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13 Things Every Intern Has Learned That Have Nothing To Do With Actual Work

July 14th, 2016 at 2:00am

Through the course of interning, you learn a lot. Sure, there is the newfound skill set, the importance of being punctual and what not. But those things are only half of it.

There are plenty of things that you learn as an intern that actually have nothing to do with work. Like where to grab the best coffee, how to go to bed before midnight and that hats are a great cover-up for questionably dirty hair. These are vital life skills, people!

Check out these 13 things all interns have learned and can relate to as they navigate through their internships this summer!

1—You read the newspaper now so you can talk about news other than just Calvin Harris’ tweets and whether Kylie is engaged. (Photo via @mandisashields)

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2—You have swapped your four-inch heels for sneakers; saving both your back and money on band-aids. (Photo via @emilydcole)

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3—It is really, really hard to be coy while playing Pokémon Go at the office. (Photo via @jaidabrinkley_)

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4—Make friends with a barista at the local coffee shop. Nothing says VIP service like already having you and your boss’ orders ready upon your arrival at 8:43 am sharp. (Photo via @chrstinenrqz)

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5—Few things bring you as much joy as office supplies. (Photo via @polkad0tsbeauty)

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6—HopStop and Uber have taken the place of SnapChat and Instagram as your most used apps. (Photo via @lacysears)

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7—On the rare occasion you get to leave the office for lunch, you make it worth it. (Photo via @gisele_milan)

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8—Multitasking at work leads to some pretty awesome flat lays. (Photo via @indiesunsblog)

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9—You get a secret satisfaction from organizing clothes and have already asked your parents to buy you a steamer for school. (Photo @katiekeogh)

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10—Loafers—they’re not just for dads. (Photo @kamilleaustria)

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11—Intern friends make the best friends. (Photo via @biancacanales)

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12—Leaving the office after 7 isn’t as bad as you thought. (Photo via @elizagracehuber)

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13—The best after work happy hours are found in your bathroom. (Photo via @bohemianblondie)

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