This summer, I had the opportunity to intern with Sprintax, a tax preparation service that specializes in helping non-residents in the U.S. The connection began through my involvement with One To World, where I volunteered at the Annual Fulbright Awards Dinner and met Enda Kelleher, a board member at One To World and Vice President at Sprintax. Enda generously introduced me to the Sprintax team and encouraged me to explore how my background in economics and data could align with their work.

During my internship, I was able to contribute to projects that focused on understanding the needs of Sprintax customers and improving their experience with tax filing. The work allowed me to strengthen my analytical skills, learn from a professional team, and see how data-driven insights can support services that have a real impact on the client base.

My experience with One To World has been invaluable in broadening my perspective, strengthening my ability to connect across differences, and reminding me of the importance of global collaboration in solving challenges. Conversations with leaders and fellow international students alike have deepened my understanding of how policy, culture, and education intersect, and they’ve also given me the confidence to share my own story in diverse settings. This openness to dialogue and exchange has not only enriched my time in New York but has also prepared me to approach academic and professional opportunities with curiosity, empathy, and a truly international outlook. Apart from interacting with Enda, I also had the pleasure of meeting with several world leaders through One To World, including Aaron Sack at Morgan Stanley, Omer Farooq at the Bank of America, Raj Seshadri at Mastercard, and Georgia Levenson Keohane at the SOROS Economic Fund.

I’m grateful to One To World and Fulbright for the opportunity, to Enda Kelleher for his guidance, and to the Sprintax team for their mentorship and support throughout this experience.