By ELOUAFI Mouataz B.
Being in the right environment can completely reshape how you think about your future. For me, joining Out of the Box International in Belgium as a marketing intern has been one of those defining experiences.
I’m Elouafi Mouataz B., currently studying marketing at HELdB. Beyond my studies, I’ve always been interested in understanding how communication, entrepreneurship, and social impact connect in real-world settings. That’s what pushed me to look for an experience that goes beyond the classroom.
My internship at OTB is not just about applying what I’ve learned, but about discovering how things actually work behind the scenes. It has given me the opportunity to observe how projects are developed, how ideas are structured, and how organisations position themselves in a wider European context.
In addition, my previous experience as a volunteer in several projects organised by OTB, including YCamping in Serbia, has played an important role in shaping my journey. These experiences allowed me to work in international teams, develop adaptability, and gain a deeper understanding of the human and social impact behind such initiatives.
What makes this experience important to me is not only the skills I’m developing, but also the perspective I’m gaining. It’s helping me think more critically about my path, challenge myself, and better understand how I want to grow in the marketing field.
This step may seem simple from the outside, but for me, it represents a real turning point. It’s where learning becomes practical, ideas become clearer, and ambitions start to take a more concrete direction.
I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to Marko Paunović for his leadership and vision, as well as to Marija Bumbak and Marija Djoković for their guidance and support throughout this experience. A special thank you as well to Ivan Tominac, whose help and insights have been incredibly valuable to me during my time here.