On August 10, 2019, the third batch of J-1 interns from the Cross Cultural Internship Program 2019 (CCIP, www.theccip.com) said their goodbyes. It was difficult for everyone to say farewell after spending so much time together during their internships.

The students gathered at Flushing Bank for a debriefing. For many of them, time flew by so quickly that arriving to New York City for their internships felt like yesterday. However, the end of their program has come and they must prepare to return to their countries and back to their old lives.

There, the interns cancelled their bank accounts and listened to a brief talk. After understanding their tax obligations, the students left the bank to prepare for their departures.

Throughout the summer, the interns gained sincere friendships and irreplaceable experiences. The growth from their internships and new connections will allow them to discover ways to give back to society and better the future.