Intern Story - Rahela
Kim Wessels
Meet Rahela, a goal-driven and extroverted intern at VA Imaging. With a global background in market research and business development, Rahela is currently focused on expanding VA Imaging’s presence in the Polish market. She shares her journey with us, highlighting her achievements, personal growth, and future aspirations.
WHICH 3 WORDS DESCRIBE YOU THE BEST?
Rahela describes herself as goal-driven, extroverted, and organized. She is always focused on achieving her objectives while maintaining a friendly and outgoing approach in both personal and professional settings. Additionally, her organizational skills help her stay on top of her tasks and responsibilities.
WHAT WAS YOUR MOST RECENT WORK/ STUDY EXPERIENCE (BEFORE VA IMAGING)?
Before joining VA Imaging, Rahela worked at a B2B company specializing in developing digital training solutions for first responders as part of her third-year studies. She explains, “In this role, I assisted the sales and marketing teams with their daily operations, gaining hands-on experience in market positioning and customer engagement.” This experience provided her with valuable insights into the intersection of technology and industry-specific training, setting the basis for her transition to a tech-driven company like VA Imaging.
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO DO AN INTERNSHIP AT VA IMAGING?
Rahela first learned about VA Imaging at a career event hosted by Fontys, where she
met two company representatives. She recalls, “Their approachable and enthusiastic nature immediately stood out to me as I realized that it matches perfectly with my own values- innovative, collaborative, and growth-oriented.” This connection ultimately led Rahela to pursue her internship at VA Imaging, where she felt the environment was the right fit for her.
DID THIS MATCH THE FIRST IMPRESSION OF BOTH YOUR ‘JOB’ & THE TEAM AT VA IMAGING?
From day one, Rahela felt welcomed and supported by the team. She says, “The work environment is dynamic, and everyone is genuinely passionate about what they do. I quickly realized how much I could learn and contribute in a short period.” Her first impression of the team and the job definitely matched her expectations, further confirming that VA Imaging was the right place for her.
WHAT IS IT LIKE TO DO AN INTERNSHIP AT VA IMAGING? WHAT ARE YOUR TASKS?
Rahela’s primary focus during her internship is conducting market research for her thesis, where she is exploring VA Imaging’s expansion into the Polish market. She adds,” In addition to my research, I support the marketing team with various tasks, including updating articles and performing SEO checks.” This combination of analytical work and hands-on marketing experience allows Rahela to develop both strategic and technical skills, providing a well-rounded internship experience.
WHAT ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF (WHAT YOU HAVE ALREADY ACHIEVED AT VA IMAGING)?
Rahela is particularly proud of how quickly she was able to understand the company’s
highly technical products. She admits, “Coming from a non-technical background, I initially found machine vision technology complex, but through curiosity and persistence, I was able to grasps the fundamentals.” This accomplishment has been an important milestone in her professional growth.
WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLDFOR YOU?
Rahela sees a bright future ahead, though it remains to be fully determined. She shares, “This internship has strengthened my passion for market research, business expansion, and strategic growth. Looking ahead I envision myself in an international business role where I can help companies scale their businesses.” Whether in the technology sector or another dynamic industry, Rahela is determined to contribute to innovation-driven projects that make a meaningful impact.
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