Name, Age:  Madison McLaughlin, 20
University, Major:
Point Loma Nazarene University, Human Environmental Science, Business
Region: North America
Length of stay: 6 months
Type of Work: Academic Internship, Environment, Conservation

We’re especially grateful to Madison because she was our *very first* interview for GiveYourGap. Madison – thanks for your help, and for the great story your share below:

Meet Madison

How Madison Found Her Internship

What does Madison do?

Who does Madison work with?

What kind of skills did you need for this position? -You mentioned you were taking a gap year. Has work at the IRC influenced that decision? How has it affected your long term goals?

How has working with IRC impacted Madison?

What’s your favorite part about working for the IRC? 

Any advice for anyone interested in volunteering for the IRC?