My time in South Africa has changed my life forever. When I signed up with Connect-123 I expected to have a change of scenery and gain another experience to enhance my resume. I did not expect everything else that I gained from this experience. The Connect-123 staff did an excellent job of using my interests and strengths to find me the internship that fitted me perfectly. I worked with an HIV/Aids Campaign in the township of Khayelitsha. I was able to go into the township everyday and work to help the problems of HIV, safety, and security. I got to plan protests and events in the community, attend court hearings, and work with the people in the township to enhance their lives. Through this internship I was able to really identify working in human rights as my passion and something that I want to spend the rest of my life doing. Not only did I have a rewarding work experience that really benefited me professionally and personally, I was able to make life long friends that I still keep in touch with. The other interns enhanced my experience and made my summer so much more fun. The living quarters are located in an amazing convenient location and it is so much fun to be able to walk five minutes to all your friends’ apartments. The Connect staff were friendly, fun, and extremely helpful. I knew that if I ever needed help or guidance that they would go out of their way to fix the problem I was experiencing. They planned extra events like cooking classes, trips to the beach, and wine tastings that let me experience South African culture and learn more about a fabulous country. The staff really goes above and beyond to make sure that you get the most you can out of your experience. Spending my summer doing a Connect-123 internship was the best decision I have ever made and the best time of my life. I would recommend to anyone to work with Connect-123 in South Africa. It is an experience you will always remember and never forget.