My nearly 3-month internship (from April 17, 2026, to July 12, 2026) at Amazon Web Services Vietnam Company Limited has been an incredibly valuable experience. It gave me a great opportunity to gain hands-on exposure and challenge myself as a Tech Lead and Software Developer for the Rookwork collaboration platform.
By directly designing the system architecture and writing application code, I not only significantly improved my programming logic, teamwork, and problem-solving skills but also built a solid foundation of practical knowledge regarding AWS services and modern DevOps workflows.
To objectively evaluate my performance and personal growth, I assess myself based on the following criteria:
| No. | Criteria | Description | Good | Fair | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professional knowledge & skills | Understanding of the field, applying knowledge in practice, proficiency with tools, work quality | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 2 | Ability to learn | Ability to absorb new knowledge and learn quickly | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3 | Proactiveness | Taking initiative, seeking out tasks without waiting for instructions | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 4 | Sense of responsibility | Completing tasks on time and ensuring quality | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 5 | Discipline | Adhering to schedules, rules, and work processes | ☐ | ✅ | ☐ |
| 6 | Progressive mindset | Willingness to receive feedback and improve oneself | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 7 | Communication | Presenting ideas and reporting work clearly | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 8 | Teamwork | Working effectively with colleagues and participating in teams | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 9 | Professional conduct | Respecting colleagues, partners, and the work environment | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 10 | Problem-solving skills | Identifying problems, proposing solutions, and showing creativity | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 11 | Contribution to project/team | Work effectiveness, innovative ideas, recognition from the team | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 12 | Overall | General evaluation of the entire internship period | ✅ | ☐ | ☐ |
While the results were generally positive, I recognize a few areas where I can continue to grow and refine my skills: