Joshuana Korvie’s Post

🌿 Reflecting on a Fulfilling Summer 🌞🔬 Hello everyone! I hope you're having an awesome summer. I just had to share the incredible experience I had interning at the DCo's Triangle Wastewater Treatment Plant, thanks to the Durham County Government's LEEP Program. During my time here, I had the chance to work with different departments and let me tell you, it was a journey of surprises and growth. We thought I'd find myself working with the finance and administrative department? Certainly not me! Yet, this unexpected exposure taught me valuable skills that I'm eager to apply not only to my school's  Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA)  chapter but also to my future entrepreneurial ventures. Working with the plant operators and lab analysts, getting hands-on experience was an absolute blast. I've always had a thing for the medical field, technology, and nature. This experience showed me how we can bridge the gap between health and the environment, through Environmental Engineering. Another thing that really stood out to me was the Nitrification and Denitrification🌀 process of the plant's water purification process. The idea of breaking down chemicals naturally without polluting the air was really shocking. The idea that we can tackle climate change issues by mimicking natural processes is so cool. This internship has restored my faith in humanity's capacity to tackle environmental challenges head-on. But it wasn't all about work—this summer gave me so much more. From creating connections with like-minded peers to rubbing shoulders with intellectual minds at DCo. I've come out of this experience with a network and a mindset that'll serve me well in my journey. A heartfelt thank you to DCo for granting me this opportunity. This isn't just a line on my resume; it's a chapter in my story that's left an indelible mark. As I look forward to what's next, I'm excited to keep learning, growing, and contributing to the field of environmental engineering. 🌱🌟 #environmentalengineering  #summerinternship #lookingahead  #dco  #engineering  #leadershipdevelopment