The internal conflict is a conflict that the protagonist has to overcome within themselves. Usually this has to do with feelings to resolve and goals to reach. The external conflict is a conflict the protagonist has with external forces. These forces are usually other characters or nature.
Colin's internal conflict comes from his desire to have a "Eureka" moment. He has been told his entire life that he is a child prodigy, and he is terrified that he won't live up to his potential to be a genius. Colin wants to make an impact on the world that won't be forgotten, but the resolution is more about accepting himself than about finishing his theorem.
Colin's external conflict comes from his breakup. He is heartbroken after the end of his relationship with Katherine (the 19th Katherine he's dated, also known as Katherine the Great). He must learn to move on from his relationships, and he does so through a road trip and meeting new people. Another external conflict comes from his friendship with Hassan and his relationship with Lindsey. He is at odds with people because of his often abrasive and self-absorbed personality.
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