Written by Eng – Intern at Acestar
When I joined Acestar as an intern, I thought I knew what to expect. Like many students in tech, I imagined I’d sharpen my coding skills, learn to use software more efficiently, and maybe even build digital solutions faster. I assumed this internship would be all about tools, features, and technical know-how. But what I encountered was something very different and much more meaningful.
In School, We’re Taught to Follow Specs, Not Ask “Why?”
Back in university, most of our assignments came with clear requirements: “Finish on time, Follow the specs, Use the latest tools, Don’t ask too many questions“. We were trained to be efficient, but not always encouraged to be curious. We rarely asked: “Why are we building this feature? Who is it for? What real-world problem are we solving?“
That mindset followed many of us into our early work and internships. We used Adobe, Figma, and web dev tools, not because we were told to, but because we were curious. Still, we focused more on what to do, rather than why.
At Acestar, the Focus Shifted: From Features to Purpose
One of the first things I noticed at Acestar was the culture. It wasn’t just about delivering digital products or selling software licenses, it was about solving real problems. Here’s what felt different:
- I topics discussing user pain points, not just design specs
- I heard conversations about impact, not just output
- I was invited to contribute ideas, not just execute tasks
Whether the team was working on reselling Adobe licenses, collaborating on education tools, or empowering students through Creative Cloud, the focus was always human-first.
IT with Meaning: What I Took Away
I expected to gain tech skills, but I learned much more:
- Creativity and purpose go hand in hand
- Tech isn’t meaningful unless it solves real problems
- A good team listens before they build
These lessons weren’t written in a textbook. I learned them by observing how the Acestar team approaches challenges with empathy, curiosity, and collaboration.
Final Reflection: It’s Not Just About Learning Tech
I came in wanting to be faster and more technical. I left understanding that IT: when done right, isn’t about more features. It’s about building something with meaning.
Interested in Joining Acestar?
If you’re curious, creative, and want to learn what purposeful IT looks like in the real world, we’d love to hear from you.
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