How does what we learn at school and college translate in real life? Why is it important to do practical research? And how can internships better equip you technically for the market and mentally to make educated decisions? Gayatri, who conducted research in history in Pioneer 2019, shares all of that and more. 
Gayatri studies psychology, history, and economics at Barnard College. Gayatri likes applying theoretical knowledge in real life. She highlights how having close conversations with professors helped her in college life. Gayatri sheds light on freshman college activities and the types of clubs to join and the timing and advantages of undergraduate research. She also mentions her summer internship as a venture capital analyst, and how that helped her with her technical skills and financial decisions later on. Gayatri gives some practical tips on how to choose an internship and better use the undergrad time.

If you are interested in history, finance, business, research, or practical psychology, this episode is definitely for you!

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