Day One

     As some of you already know, I'm going to be spending my Summer in Chicago working as an intern for Fulcrum gt, a company that provides consulting and software services for law firms.  I am still unsure exactly what it is I'll be working on, but the "start-up program" that I am in will consist of working with a small team of 4-5 engineering and business students to brainstorm an idea and develop it from start to finish.

     I was hesitant to accept the offer at first because I had never lived in a big city like Chicago before and I had another offer in Detroit, but I thought the amount of experience I would gain coming to Chicago would be worthwhile and something I might not get the chance to do again.  After arriving here yesterday, I felt like I no doubt made the right decision.  
  
     I flew in with my friend Caleb on Saturday and after taking the subway from the airport we arrived at our apartment at around 6:00.  Holy crap is this place nice!  When I heard they were providing housing for the interns I was expecting the bare minimum, but we got something much better with a fantastic view to boot.  I'll let the pictures speak for themselves.

The main room 

One of the bedrooms

The main room (again)

South side view

Lakefront view


     I've only gotten to walk around the city for a little bit but when I have some free time I will take my camera around and try to find some cool spots.  Until then, I'm going to rest up for the first day of work tomorrow.  Exciting stuff!
      
     

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