Environmental engineer Emily Buchanan ’25 spent the past summer in Moldova working with EcoContact, a nonprofit focused on environmental sustainability and policy. Through Lehigh's Iacocca International Internship Program (IIIP), she contributed to efforts aligning Moldova’s environmental regulations with European Union standards, gaining firsthand experience in international policy work.
Her internship offered a unique opportunity to apply her technical knowledge in a global context, collaborating with professionals addressing pressing environmental challenges. The experience broadened her perspective on sustainability while demonstrating how engineering students can integrate international opportunities into their academic journey.
Read more about Buchanan’s experience and the Iacocca International Internship Program on the Office of International Affairs website.
