Kate Heffernan's Internship
Engagement in the Workplace
Enjoying what I do
It doesnt really feel like work
Bouncing ideas off others
When you can collaborate with others and feel that everyone is bringing something fun and different to the table, that is always when the best kind of work can happen.
Feeling there is a good balance between seriousness and fun
Obviously work can't alwasy be fun, but I should be able to enjoy the company I am around
Tasks and Projects
Tasks I wish to complete include
Getting a full time job as a performer
Creating.a business
Making others happy through my work
When I am done with college, I want to
Continue working for Disney
Work for a cruise line
Join a national tour of a musical
Open my won dance studio
I want to keep growing by
Continuing to train as a performer through dance and song
Networking with others in the threatre community
Being open to anything that comes my way
Diversity and Inclusion
Creating a safe and brave space
Making sure others feel welcome no matter who they are
Welcoming tough conversations
Devoting myself to building relationships
I will advocate for diversity by
Making myself knowledgeable of my own privillages
Showing up for those how feel they are unfairly treated
Appreciating those who are different from me
I will set a good example for others by
Making sure everyone is heard
Treating others with fairness and respect
Allowing everyone to bring something different to the table
I will show respect by
identifying others in an appropriate manner
Welcoming discussions
Organization
The organiztion I work for should have values such as
Honesty
Flexibility
Diversity
Growth
Organizations that I could see myself with include
The REV Theatre Company
Disney Crusie Line
Walt Disney World Company
Actors Equity
Examples of workspaces where I feel engaged include
A stage
A threatre community
Sense of Belonging
Being apart of the community and faculty
Feeling like my opinion matters
Knowing that I'm never underestimated
Feeling that what I bring to the table is useful and meaningful to others
Being myself
My personality isn;t hindered by the job or those around me
Relationships
Relationships from this internship could lead to future jobs with companies such as
Walt Disney World Entertainment
Disney Crusie Line
the facutly at Marshall Ellis School of Dance share similar values such as
Organization
Dedication
Leadership
Respect
Communication
I built relationships through
Being personable and polite
Networking
Always being open and available
Values
Honesty
please just tell me straight up if I am doing something wrong. There is no need to beat arounf the bush.
Respect
The energy you give me, I will resipricate back to you
Communication
Everyfeeling welcomein the space
Organization
Skills
Creative
Problem Solver
Adaptable
Organized
Determination