Meet Sophia! She’s a dynamic and adventurous student all the way from Penn State University, USA, and for the very first time, she’s setting foot in sunny Spain—specifically, in the vibrant city of Alicante! Sophia has come here for an exciting internship at ULab, where she’s eager to dive into new experiences, meet people, and embrace the culture. With her passion for learning and problem-solving, she’s ready to make the most of every moment. Get ready to follow her journey as she explores all that Spain has to offer!

1Q: For those who don’t know you, who are you?

• Well, My name is Sophia and I’m a study abroad student from Penn State University in America.

2Q: What did you study?

• I currently study business.

3Q: What are your concerns in the job market?

• I’m highly motivated to help myself to securing a job or career that will provide a comfortable lifestyle.

4Q: In today’s competitive world, what do you think is the one thing that sets you apart from the others?

• I always try my best in learning something new or problem solving. Taking initiative to contribute.

5Q: How did you end up at ULab?

• I found ULab through an internship course at the Universidad de Alicante.

6Q: Small quiz: choose a movie/series/book that represents your life (or both, you decide!).

• El internado makes sense because the main characters are always learning something new or solving mysteries.

7Q: And finally, is there a phrase, philosophy or reference that you follow in your day to day life?

• “Just believe that whatever happens, the best thing you can do is keep moving forwards, trying your best and staying optimistic.”