06/05/2026
“I’d like to continue learning by sitting in rooms with people smarter than I am.”
That mindset led Sophia Combs (BBA '27) to an extraordinary opportunity during her semester abroad in London: an internship at the U.S. Embassy, where a part-time role with the U.S. Commercial Service immersed her in the conversations and decisions shaping global business and policy.
Working in a fast-paced diplomatic environment challenged her to apply what she had learned in the classroom to real-world issues. She credits her experience at Notre Dame and the Business Honors Program with helping her develop the work ethic and confidence needed to thrive in rooms where complex decisions are being made.
Read more about Sophia's experience at the U.S. Embassy in London and how she's continuing to seek out opportunities that challenge her to grow.
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