Life as an Intern

About Twiddy Internship Training

I found Twiddy Internships in 2016 when my older brother found the opportunity through his college job fair. During my family’s trip to see him, I got a glimpse of the sweet Outer Banks living. During this time, the internship team was less than 15 students; today it is double that amount. 

When I was at Penn State, I found that Twiddy was hiring for their summer 2023 season and took the opportunity to apply to the Guest Services team. My best advice is to jump in with an open mind, eagerness to learn, and the expectation of the best summer ever. 

From day one, I was thrown into the inner workings of what makes Twiddy so successful. Over the first few weeks, I developed the attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills needed to thrive in the office. I was given extensive walk-throughs on information, full-time employee shadowing, and home visits to prepare me for the summer.

I was given continuous feedback to help me grow professionally. I’ve always been a people person, and guest services became a place where I would wake up excited to go to work every single morning. 

What Twiddy Interns Do On Our Day Off

Outside of the office, I can be found enjoying everything the Outer Banks offers. I have days off with specific interns and can be spotted surfing at the beach, eating home-cooked dinners, and attending local karaoke nights. When I’m looking for an adventure, I love visiting the 4×4 beaches, wandering through the towns of Kitty Hawk and Nags Head, and exploring all the magic in the Outer Banks. My days off have given me the best memories and even strengthened the intern communication at work. 

During the weekends, it’s all hands on deck. I’m in the field as a photographer assistant and inspector for the Home Services team. My responsibilities include ensuring the homes are up to date in cleanliness and safety for arriving guests. It’s a great perspective of how vacationers will see their home upon first impression.