As this final blog post begins, I just want to say, I can’t believe how quickly this summer flew by. Honestly, it still feels like I just arrived in Ireland, and yet somehow, it’s already time to leave. Over the past two months, between exploring the country and working at Prodieco, I’ve created memories that I’ll carry with me for a long time. Working at Prodieco has taught me a lot about myself and what I value in a professional environment. Being part of the R&D team showed me how collaborative and close-knit a workplace can be. People are always […]
This weekend was so peaceful, and that’s not for lack of activity, but instead because I spent almost the entire weekend in nature. It all began on Friday afternoon, when I finally had the time to walk the entire Dublin Mountains Way. At 42 kilometers, it’s not the longest walk I’ve done while in Ireland, but it was still a solid challenge and, more importantly, the perfect way to unwind after a full work week. I didn’t rush the route and instead allowed myself to slow down and take in everything around me: dense forest trails, rolling hills, and wide […]
This week was not at all what I expected. While the workweek was pretty standard, my Saturday side quest led to some incredible artistic finds along random trails as I wandered around Ireland. This Saturday, I decided to walk from University College Dublin to Tallaght and beyond. While I saw many beautiful parks along the way, the key section that stood out the most was the five miles I spent on the Dodder Trail. I’ll just start by saying it was nothing like I expected. The beginning of the trail was in the city, then dipped briefly into the woods […]
My time at Prodieco keeps improving, not only because I am learning more, but also because I’ve been able to prove myself and, with that, take on a much larger role in the company. I’m unable to share specific details about what my work entails, but I can share that I am no longer just printing papers, working on spreadsheets, or learning more on SolidWorks. I am now developing and implementing solutions in SolidWorks to fix and improve the machines. This experience has been incredibly valuable, and I’m excited to continue and see what the rest of the summer entails. […]
I’ve now completed most of my training at work and have started receiving more diverse assignments beyond just filing paperwork. This shift has been exciting, especially because I’ve been able to apply my 3D modeling skills to real projects. I’ve already submitted some proposed design changes for review, which feels like a meaningful step forward. As my internship at Prodieco continues, I’m optimistic that I’ll keep learning and taking on greater responsibilities. Outside of work, I spent the weekend visiting several historic ruins across Ireland. Our first stop was the Rock of Cashel, and it left a powerful impression. The […]