Student Spotlight: University of Oslo 8-Week Internship Program in New York City 2025

The University of Oslo collaborated with Global Career Center (GCC) on an 8-week internship program in New York City. This blog post features a profile of Sueda Afsar, a Screen Cultures Master's student at the University of Oslo.

Sueda's internship profile with Dress for Success, as featured in the Bard NYC monthly newsletter.

"My time in New York truly felt like a dream come true. Being surrounded by such a vibrant, creative, and fast moving city inspired me to make the most of every single day. Living and working there pushed me to grow in ways I didn’t expect, both personally and professionally. Each day felt like a possibility, a chance to explore, learn, and be creatively curious. I was encouraged to stay open, brave, and inspired.

From left to right: Sueda exploring the streets of Dumbo, Brooklyn; Attending The Gothams 2025 Film Awards; View from Times Square, in the heart of Manhattan.

During my internship, I worked closely with a communications and marketing team where I gained hands on experience in visual storytelling, content creation, and video editing. I had the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects connected to a strong social mission, which showed me how powerful creative work can be when it’s used to empower others and create real impact. Through this experience, I grew more confident in my skills and formed some of the most meaningful connections with my colleagues. My internship became an important bridge between theory and practice, allowing me to apply what I’ve learned as a film production student in a professional, international environment. This experience has given me a clearer sense of direction for my future career and a deeper belief in myself.

From left to right: Dinner and a show! New York slices to start the night; View from Orchestra seats before show starts; The Great Gatsby Playbills in hand; All cast on stage at the end of the show.

Beyond the work, New York gave me unforgettable memories, lifelong friendships, and the confidence to step into new environments with excitement rather than fear. It’s an experience I’ll carry with me as I continue to grow and pursue a career in storytelling and visual communication. I’ll always miss the Manhattan skyline outside the office windows, the little moments during lunch breaks in the heart of the city, and the unforgettable people and places that filled my days, all wrapped in the glow of New York’s concrete jungle and its shimmering lights."