By Laurel Kirkland, PCI Staff
I was originally introduced to Project Concern International (PCI) by a new friend upon moving to San Diego. At the time I was looking to get involved with an organization like this. As a matter of fact I was hoping to find one EXACTLY like this. Fortunately enough I applied for and was accepted into an internship with the Program Development department allowing me the opportunity to familiarize myself more with the International NGO world.
I was immediately given projects that conveyed a confidence in my ability and intelligence. Instantly I found myself immersed in the non profit organization lingo, what I think should be termed, Acronymian. As I swam in a sea of acronyms, research, and editing projects I had a chance to learn PCI’s different strokes. I tried to be friendly, helpful and make connections with people from all departments in the office (which isn’t difficult, they are a welcoming bunch). I worked hard and asked lots of questions. Not long after my internship began, approximately one month, a position as Office Assistant/Receptionist opened up and I jumped at the opportunity to get on board this fine ship. I knew this was my chance to get a foot in the door and was given a lot of encouragement to do so.
Now I am continuing to learn more about Project Concern International and am eager to stick with the organization with hopes of moving up. I have had a glimpse of the incredible group that is the machine Project Concern International. I am convinced that every one of the people working here has good intentions. We are a wonderful family who celebrates together by having potlucks and lunch outings. Our VP for Technical Services and Program Development, Janine Schooley cleverly creates appreciative farewell songs for those that leave us which we all sing in unison at a farewell lunch. For Valentine’s Day we all drew Secret Valentines and came in to discover something special in our cubicle. For Halloween we dressed up and trick or treated around the office. We work very hard but there’s always room for a little fun around here too.
PCI from the insider’s view is probably just as amazing as it is from the outsider’s view, this is no mirage folks. These people are dedicated to making this world a better place. We are progressive, innovative and compassionate in our overall work and within our individual office.
I was immediately given projects that conveyed a confidence in my ability and intelligence. Instantly I found myself immersed in the non profit organization lingo, what I think should be termed, Acronymian. As I swam in a sea of acronyms, research, and editing projects I had a chance to learn PCI’s different strokes. I tried to be friendly, helpful and make connections with people from all departments in the office (which isn’t difficult, they are a welcoming bunch). I worked hard and asked lots of questions. Not long after my internship began, approximately one month, a position as Office Assistant/Receptionist opened up and I jumped at the opportunity to get on board this fine ship. I knew this was my chance to get a foot in the door and was given a lot of encouragement to do so.
Now I am continuing to learn more about Project Concern International and am eager to stick with the organization with hopes of moving up. I have had a glimpse of the incredible group that is the machine Project Concern International. I am convinced that every one of the people working here has good intentions. We are a wonderful family who celebrates together by having potlucks and lunch outings. Our VP for Technical Services and Program Development, Janine Schooley cleverly creates appreciative farewell songs for those that leave us which we all sing in unison at a farewell lunch. For Valentine’s Day we all drew Secret Valentines and came in to discover something special in our cubicle. For Halloween we dressed up and trick or treated around the office. We work very hard but there’s always room for a little fun around here too.
PCI from the insider’s view is probably just as amazing as it is from the outsider’s view, this is no mirage folks. These people are dedicated to making this world a better place. We are progressive, innovative and compassionate in our overall work and within our individual office.
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