Internships and apprenticeships, when done right, give interns and apprentices life long lessons. Unfortunately, for a variety of reasons, these opportunities aren’t accessible to many and so we wanted to invite folks who have had these experiences to share some of the lessons they’ve learned.

Elba Colon

During my tenure as an Emotional Intelligence Leadership Student Coach, Facilitator, and Coordinator from 2016 to 2020, I was immersed in a transformative journey that transcended borders and languages. Read more>>

Summer Watson

Once upon a time, in the sunny city of San Diego, CA, when I was in my mid-20s, I embarked on a wild adventure in the non-profit arena. With my heart full of passion and my mind brimming with dreams of making a difference, I dove right into the world of counseling and community development. Read more>>

Elon Kebede

I think as a designer, one of the greatest lessons I’ve learned is to branch out to different categories. In my undergraduate career, I decided to start my internship journey earlier than was expected. I did 3; Ethiopia, New York, Dallas. Read more>>

Dr. Cornesha Tweede

When I was in college, I had to complete an internship to graduate. My major was Spanish so I decided to do my internship at a local free medical clinic in Oklahoma. Read more>>