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In Her Own Words: Raine Wilson
10/2/2019 4:14:00 PM | Softball
Senior utility player Raine Wilson had a busy summer interning in New York City and enjoying everything that the Big Apple has to offer. Read about the Mechanicsville, Va., native's summer as she recalls it in her own words.
After softball season ended in May, I spent a couple of weeks spending time with family and friends in my home town of Mechanicsville, Virginia. I swam at the river, enjoyed a few hikes, and prepared for my move to New York City.
In June, I moved to New York for my internship with Citi's Treasury and Trade Solutions group. This opportunity was introduced to me through Duke Athletics' "Student-Athlete Career Fair" where I met a former Duke Field Hockey player. She told me about Citi and TTS and encouraged me to apply - thank you, Alexa!
Anyways, on May 31st, I took a train up from VA to NYC. My parents (God bless them) helped me tote heavy suitcases through subways and into the dorms at Pace University. By June 3rd, I was settled in and ready to begin my 10-week internship for Citibank. I was placed on the North America Trade Sales team, where I learned about import/export finance and supply chain efficiency. My team worked with companies like Apple, Walmart, and Chanel to improve their trade efficiency through our various products. Although I am not a finance major, I was able to utilize my Political Science experience to supplement discussions regarding the "Trade Wars" with China and how this geopolitical atmosphere affects Apple's supply chain in Asia. My team enabled me to attend client conversations, offer insight, and participate in discussions regarding sales strategy.
Of course, during my summer, I also enjoyed the many perks of New York City! As far as entertainment, I attended four Yankees games, one Mets game, two comedy shows, and a couple of free rooftop concerts. Unfortunately, I also spent many of my paychecks on the incredible restaurants in Manhattan. To name a few, I highly recommend Industry Kitchen, SaraBeth's, Joe's Pizza, and Sophie's Cuban! However, and this may be controversial, I like Durham's food better…
I enjoyed the views from the Seaport, the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, and the Empire State building. Shopping was minimal because, as you read before, I spent my paychecks on food. Moral of the story, New York was an incredible place to live!
Now, I could not spend an entire summer without training for softball. I was lucky enough to have a teammate in New Jersey who I visited to practice with during weekends. Also, I utilized my dorm's gym to prepare for our fitness test in August. Needless to say, I am so very thankful to be back in Durham to enjoy Duke's incredible facilities. Being away from Duke made me really appreciate the resources Duke provides its athletes.
In addition, during my time in New York, I was able to meet former Duke student-athletes and other alumni and chat about careers, Duke, and life. Their advice was invaluable, and without them, my summer would not have been nearly as amazing. Through my internship, I realized how fortunate I am to be a part of Duke University.
Without the support of Coach Young, Duke Athletics, and the Duke alumni, I would not have been afforded this opportunity. Thank you, Coach Young, for allowing me to miss a game to attend the Citi interview. Thank you, Duke Athletics, for putting on the "Student-Athlete Career Fair." Thank you, Duke University, for being the most remarkable place with the most phenomenal people. Finally, thank you to my incredible parents for allowing me to play the sport I love, follow my dreams, and attend the most spectacular university in the world.
After softball season ended in May, I spent a couple of weeks spending time with family and friends in my home town of Mechanicsville, Virginia. I swam at the river, enjoyed a few hikes, and prepared for my move to New York City.
In June, I moved to New York for my internship with Citi's Treasury and Trade Solutions group. This opportunity was introduced to me through Duke Athletics' "Student-Athlete Career Fair" where I met a former Duke Field Hockey player. She told me about Citi and TTS and encouraged me to apply - thank you, Alexa!
Anyways, on May 31st, I took a train up from VA to NYC. My parents (God bless them) helped me tote heavy suitcases through subways and into the dorms at Pace University. By June 3rd, I was settled in and ready to begin my 10-week internship for Citibank. I was placed on the North America Trade Sales team, where I learned about import/export finance and supply chain efficiency. My team worked with companies like Apple, Walmart, and Chanel to improve their trade efficiency through our various products. Although I am not a finance major, I was able to utilize my Political Science experience to supplement discussions regarding the "Trade Wars" with China and how this geopolitical atmosphere affects Apple's supply chain in Asia. My team enabled me to attend client conversations, offer insight, and participate in discussions regarding sales strategy.
Of course, during my summer, I also enjoyed the many perks of New York City! As far as entertainment, I attended four Yankees games, one Mets game, two comedy shows, and a couple of free rooftop concerts. Unfortunately, I also spent many of my paychecks on the incredible restaurants in Manhattan. To name a few, I highly recommend Industry Kitchen, SaraBeth's, Joe's Pizza, and Sophie's Cuban! However, and this may be controversial, I like Durham's food better…
I enjoyed the views from the Seaport, the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, and the Empire State building. Shopping was minimal because, as you read before, I spent my paychecks on food. Moral of the story, New York was an incredible place to live!
Now, I could not spend an entire summer without training for softball. I was lucky enough to have a teammate in New Jersey who I visited to practice with during weekends. Also, I utilized my dorm's gym to prepare for our fitness test in August. Needless to say, I am so very thankful to be back in Durham to enjoy Duke's incredible facilities. Being away from Duke made me really appreciate the resources Duke provides its athletes.
In addition, during my time in New York, I was able to meet former Duke student-athletes and other alumni and chat about careers, Duke, and life. Their advice was invaluable, and without them, my summer would not have been nearly as amazing. Through my internship, I realized how fortunate I am to be a part of Duke University.
Without the support of Coach Young, Duke Athletics, and the Duke alumni, I would not have been afforded this opportunity. Thank you, Coach Young, for allowing me to miss a game to attend the Citi interview. Thank you, Duke Athletics, for putting on the "Student-Athlete Career Fair." Thank you, Duke University, for being the most remarkable place with the most phenomenal people. Finally, thank you to my incredible parents for allowing me to play the sport I love, follow my dreams, and attend the most spectacular university in the world.
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