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At Node Eight, a key part of our strategy is to create a deliberate and nurturing environment where talents can grow and thrive. Last year, we embarked on a journey to become the partner of choice for students at Academic City University, offering them the opportunity to spend their summer vacations interning with our venture studio and working on real-time projects.
David Ekong is a 2nd-year Robotics Engineering student at Academic City University College, graduating in 2026. During the last summer holidays, he had the opportunity to intern with us at Node Eight. In this spotlight, he has shared with us invaluable lessons from his internship experience.