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It is all coming to an end. The summer is winding down and the final days of the internship are approaching. I cannot tell if I am in denial or if the reality just has not hit me yet. This summer has been amazing and full of many new experiences for me.
My internship flew by way too fast. I absolutely love my job and the people that I work with. My office was friendly, inviting, and helpful. I have learned so much about the corporate retail world, on both the buying and planning sides. It is always hard to say good-bye to co-workers and bosses, because it is hard to explain how much I...
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