This semester, Shunita joins the LeidenGlobal office as an intern. She will support the team with communication, special events, and various short-term projects. Interns play an essential role at LeidenGlobal, contributing to online communication, writing content, and organising and promoting activities. We’re excited to welcome her to the team. Here's a short introduction from Shunita herself:
Hello everyone! My name is Shunita, 25 years old, and I am excited to be part of the LeidenGlobal team as of September 1st! I have always been interested in learning about different cultures and societies, which is how I came to study BA ‘Cultural Anthropology and Development Sociology’ at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Later, I also started the BA Koreastudies at Leiden University.
Throughout my years of studying, I have increasingly come to appreciate the importance of understanding one another and our different ways of life. I enjoy being able to connect better with various people because of a deeper understanding of the world.
Besides this, I am passionate about community building, which is why I am active in various student organisations and hobby groups. It makes me happy to put energy into spaces where people can grow and express themselves freely.
These interests are also why I resonate with LeidenGlobal’s mission to make knowledge more accessible by connecting people and organisations. During my time as an intern, I hope to assist in making people, especially students, more aware of the wealth of available knowledge and expertise.
Shunita Gerritsen
September 2025
Interested in doing an internship at LeidenGlobal or another job at our partner organisations? LeidenGlobal offers an internship twice a year. Check our website for regular updates on vacancies.