Internship Blogs
Young leaders demonstrate higher career aspirations, increased self-esteem, and improved educational completion rates — resulting in increased civic engagement and positive impact on their communities. The NMSHSA Internship Program provides opportunities for advocacy, event- planning, public speaking, and project management.
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My Summer in the Nations Heart
DC has a lot and I have made it my goal to attend networking events and visit a new location every day. Overall, interning this summer at the nation's capital is such a memorable experience and has inspired me to come back in the future.
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In the Right Place at the Right Time: A Journey of Faith and Opportunity in Washington, DC
Arriving in a different city encounters mixed emotions, although an open heart and mind leads you to making the best out of anything. I came to realize that DC is not so different, everyone here is striving every day to make the world a better place.
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Transforming Lives through Legislative Action
I enjoy my placement. I am eager to go into work every day even though I came in having little knowledge on child labor issues. I am glad I quickly grasped the goals of CLC and understand the advocacy and outreach. I will be focusing on bills affecting child labor and look forward to being part of NCL.
Sí, se puede.
I've begun my internship with the United Farm Workers Union (UFW) on their policy and legislative team. Here's a sneak peek into a week in my life as an intern in DC.
New Beginnings with UnidosUS: Interning, Learning, and Making a Difference!
I started interning at UnidosUS. I met inspiring individuals and will attend policy meetings and an Education Summit in LA. This non-profit work feels deeply meaningful as it directly benefits families like mine.
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