Cai O'Connell has done excellent work during her virtual internship with the U.S. Consulate in Yekaterinburg. She has managed a virtual English discussion club that attracts adults and students from across the Urals region. Participants have praised Cai's diligence and ability to control discussion and provide speaking time to all. In addition, Cai has helped with numerous research requests, locating information for a film festival celebrating literature and identifying quotes for a Black History month speaking contest. The letter writer appreciated Cai's professionalism and dedication during the internship.

1. May 5, 2015
To whom it may concern:
Cai O’Connell has done excellent work during her virtual internship with the U.S. Consulate in
Yekaterinburg, and I have greatly appreciated her support. During the course of her internship,
she has managed a virtual English discussion club that attracts adults and students from across
the Urals region and encourages them to practice spoken English twice a week. Participants
have praised Cai’s work and noted her diligence and preparation for clubs. They have
commented that they were impressed by Cai’s ability to control the discussion and provide
speaking time and feedback to all participants.
In addition, Cai has helped with numerous research requests during her internship,
demonstrating her breadth of skills and ability to participate on a range of topics. She has
located information that will culminate in a film festival that celebrates the Year of Literature in
Russia. And, she identified quotes and themes for a public speaking contest in celebration of
Black History month.
I have truly appreciated Cai’s professionalism and dedication during her internship. Her
maturity and ability to handle a range of tasks has been noted by my colleagues and the
participants in her discussion club. I wish Cai all the best in her studies.
If you need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact me at
SapersteinSE@state.gov or +7 985 728 9570.
Sincerely,
Sarah Saperstein
Public Affairs Officer
U.S. Consulate Yekaterinburg