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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Inspired Leadership: Lessons Learned from Melina Kiper, My Mentor
Melina Kiper at UnidosUS: My guiding light in education policy. From day one, her mentorship has shaped my skills in analysis, project planning, and communication. Grateful for her leadership and friendship!
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Freedom to Me
To me, freedom means being able to express myself and pursue my dreams. I dedicate my freedom to my parents because of all the hardships and sacrifices that they did to ensure I had every opportunity they did not have growing up.
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Freedom
Freedom to me means advocating for farmworkers on Capitol Hill, inspired by my immigrant parents. My first visit to NYC has been a thrilling experience. This internship has given me a new perspective on life.
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Embracing Freedom: Living a Life of Joy, Peace, and Purpose
Discovering True Freedom: Through Faith and Community. From sharing my family's farmworker story to finding inspiration in meaningful conversations, every day is a blessing to improve and connect with others.
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Something New
I am three weeks into my internship, and it’s the best experience of my life! Coming from a small town in Oregon, I hadn’t traveled much. Adapting to DC’s humid weather and exploring new restaurants has been exciting.