Reid Meyer '26 Sydney

Reid Meyer '26 (OSCM) interned at KinKera Community in Sydney.

If you worked on a big project during your internship, please describe what you did to help. 

At KinKera Community, I worked on several ongoing projects aimed at streamlining operations and improving organizational efficiency. One of my primary tasks involved creating detailed Excel spreadsheets to track utility meter numbers, login credentials, and technical data for 44 units across multiple properties, which were then uploaded into SharePoint for team-wide access. I also led efforts to clean up and standardize our property profile flyers and helped organize our key register system to improve physical access control across residential units. Another major project involved helping improve the company’s CRM system (Zoho One), where I worked with the Customer Engagement Team to map out and streamline the participant journey from inquiry to tenancy. These projects gave me the chance to apply both technical and collaborative skills in a real-world setting. 

What did you find most challenging about your internship? 

The biggest challenge I faced during my internship was dealing with disorganized internal files and documentation. When I first gained access to the company’s SharePoint and Operations folders, I noticed key documents were scattered or missing, making it difficult to track property compliance and tenant readiness. To address this, I created a comprehensive property management checklist organized by team (Project Management, Customer Engagement, Maintenance, Investments, and Strata), which made it easier to monitor critical documents and processes. While it was frustrating at times to work through the disorder, it pushed me to take initiative, think systematically, and create solutions that benefited the whole organization. 

What advice do you have for other students that are also considering interning abroad? 

My advice would be to take the leap. You will grow in ways that you can’t imagine. Interning abroad pushes you out of your comfort zone and teaches you how to adapt to new work cultures, communication styles, and ways of thinking. I’d also recommend learning a bit about local regulations and cultural norms ahead of time to help with the transition. Be open to every opportunity and don’t be afraid to ask questions, as people appreciate the initiative! 

How did Eller (or your previous coursework) prepare you for your internship? 

My Eller coursework provided me with a strong foundation for this internship. Classes like BNAN and MIS taught me how to effectively use Excel to analyze and organize data. These were skills that were useful for tracking utility meters, creating property databases, and building operational checklists. Beyond technical tools, my Supply Chain and Operations classes taught me how to approach problems analytically and understand how each part of a system connects. This made it easier to contribute meaningfully to the company’s processes and confidently take on tasks that improved internal workflows.