“…when I’m thanked for the work I do because somebody has desperately needed a service that we provide. I think that sense of accomplishment, that sense of helping and belonging to something greater than myself, is very important, that call to public service. ”

“…I’ve become more aware of political issues internationally. I’m more sensitive to those issues now, especially women’s rights and other issues that we find in other countries. It has given me awareness and sensitivity that I don’t think I had before.”

“…it is an amazing lifelong opportunity to be a part of this great country and help in the Department’s diplomatic mission and working with countries around the world to build a more secure and prosperous country for people from all over the world.”

“What makes it so nice is that at the end of the day, there’s a culture here where people honestly care about what they do…they’re here to not only advance the mission for foreign policy, but they really enjoy working with the people.”