I am a history major with a minor in educational studies at university, and I was hoping to explore the realm of education policy through my internship provided by Connect-123. After deciding on Cape Town as a destination, I was quickly offered a three month internship in education as a general intern and program facilitator. The organization fit my needs as an intern perfectly, as they are a non-profit that specializes in giving support to underprivileged communities in the townships outside Cape Town. Additionally, they do quite a bit of research and fundraising in order to find the best methods to uplift the career paths of the children of the townships. Since day one in Cape Town, this internship has exceeded my expectations in every facet as well as given me invaluable experience in the realm of education that I truly could not get anywhere else. Connect-123 paired me with an organization that needed my assistance, and exactly met my desires in terms of work place environment and goals. Cape Town itself is truly one of the most unique cities in the world, and it has been a very eye opening experience to explore and learn about. The history and politics of Cape Town alone has been an extremely eye opening and enriching. The convergence of cultures and backgrounds in Cape Town has created one of the most diverse and vibrant cities in the world, and I've learned an immense amount. This, combined with the spectacular views surrounding the city, has made for a once in a lifetime experience. Whether it be a hike up the beautiful Table Mountain, or an evening spent watching the sunset on one of Cape Town's spectacular beaches, there is always something to do in Cape Town. Being able to experience such an amazing city and environment while also doing important work for a non profit that mirrors my career goals has really been a privilege, and Connect-123 has excelled at facilitating this process.