Student Internship Spotlights

I am excited about this opportunity because it exposes me to a real-world experience, and it offers me a peek into the environment I wish to work in someday. My advice to students seeking out career and internship opportunities would be to apply to as many internships as you can, and you have to be patient.

Daphcar Borgelin ’24 | Health Policy & Management | Workforce Development Intern | Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

I am really excited for this internship because I will be learning about the legislative process in Congress while serving my fellow Puerto Ricans living in Puerto Rico. I will also have the opportunity to experience how it is like living in Washington, D.C. My advice to other students would be to apply for as many opportunities as possible. I would also advise to reach out to the recruiter or point person for the position to express your interest in the position and ask any questions.

Gabriel Capella ’25 | Political Science and Economics | Congressional Intern | Office of Congresswoman Jenniffer González-Colón

For the past six months, I have been serving as a marketing associate at this award-winning digital marketing and web design firm. I have been excited about this opportunity because it has taught me so much about how to best articulate and illustrate a brand’s meaning and value through the power of visual storytelling. I have had the chance to work on exciting projects for Muhlenberg College, Lafayette College, and Worcester State University.

Myles Forgue ’24 | Marketing and Theology | Marketing Associate | ERI

My internship will be from June through August of 2023. One thing I am excited to learn at my internship this summer is expanding my knowledge about the healthcare system in New England especially during post Covid-19 times.

Sofia Halepas ’24 | HPM Major, Spanish and Business Innovation Minor | MASS Health Summer Intern | HCC Health Career Connection with MASS Health

I start my internship in June 2023. I am very excited to get some hand-on experience within health center development and workforce training. At the same. I cannot wait to gain some newfound knowledge.

Sofia Lamas ’24 | Health Policy & Management | Behavioral Health Workforce Intern | Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers

I am excited to gain exposure to the field of HR and Talent Acquisitions. My advice to other students seeking an internship opportunity is to be an advocate for yourself and prove that you really want the job!

Abigail Levasseur ’24 | English & Sociology | Talent Acquisitions Intern | IGT

My internship is in the summer and begins in June 2023. I am excited to learn more about the behind the scenes of running a non-profit organization, as I will be working alongside the Co-CEO of WaterFire.

Christina LoRicco ’24 | Management Major, Sociology Minor | Non-Profit Management Intern | WaterFire Providence

During my internship at Benchmark, I had the opportunity to rework over 10 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on various engineering disciplines including propulsion, power systems, and avionics. Contributing to a NASA small business innovation proposal was also a highlight of my experience, as it allowed me to learn more about innovative technologies in the industry. Being a part of a company dedicated to the exploration of space was an incredibly exciting and fulfilling experience.

Kem Nguyen-Le ’23 | Quantitative Economics & Computer Science | Technical Writing Intern | Benchmark Space Systems

I am excited about my internship because of the new experiences and skills I will gain this spring and summer. Over my two positions, I will be able to learn about different companies and industries, financial data and market trends as well as meet many executives of large companies. I will also develop more technical skills to build my resume such as financial modeling and data analysis skills. I believe this opportunity will be very rewarding to me.

Elijah Osagie ’26 | Quantitative Finance | Equity Research Intern | Redwood Investments & TD Cowen

I completed this internship over the 2022-2023 academic year. The most valuable things I have learned through this internship are communication and networking skills.

Olivia Privitera ’23 | HPM and Political Science | Intern | Rhode Island Oral Health Coalition

What excites me about this opportunity is learning about neuroscience and its relation to computer science. I’m also excited to see how my coding skills will develop throughout this summer at my position! My advice to fellow Friars is to be open to talking to other people, regardless of their major(s) or graduating class, because they might have opportunities you might be interested in. Keep searching and try different things; at the end of the day, you are here to learn!

Crismar Ramos ’26 | Computer Science | Research Assistant | Providence College

The most important thing I learned in my internship with ACS was to always put your best foot forward; you never know who is around or who you can network with, which will help you with your future career goals.

I just started my internship with Coaching4Change in March 2023. I am excited to continue getting to know the students I serve and hope to make a positive impact on their education and wellbeing. I love working with youth; they bring so much to the table and remind me how important it is to be authentic.

Kari Elisa Robles ’23 | Social Science | Student Intern with NYC Administration for Children’s Services | College Mentor with Coaching4Change

I start my internship in May 2023. I am excited to learn more about project accounting with a construction management firm and look into the private side of the major. Accounting is such a versatile degree, so this is one of the many paths it can offer.

Adam Sienkiewicz ’25 | Accounting and Political Science | Accounting Intern | Construction Management & Builders, Inc.

Some of the advice I would give other students is to ask themselves their why while staying true to themselves. Don’t do things because of how you feel others will perceive you. Passion speaks louder than anything. It’s easy to get wrapped up in what you see around you because of social media and feel inadequate. Being authentic will always benefit you in searching for a career-related opportunity. Your light is your light. Don’t be afraid to let the rest of the world see it shine.

Klonese Williams ’25 | Health Policy & Management (Pre-Med Track) | Research Intern | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

One of the key lessons I learned from this internship was the value of collaboration. Throughout my experience, I saw how the team worked together according to their own individual strengths to close deals and work through large projects. I also learned about the importance of flexibility. Each day was different and had unique tasks to be completed, so I had to learn to adjust to new work everyday which helped me gain the most from this internship.

Christopher Azar ’24 | Accountancy | Seasonal Intern | New York Community Bank Specialty Finance

I found this internship at MENTOR’s Capitol Hill Day. In my internship I learned professional skills that will be useful for me moving forward. I improved my writing skills and learned how to write concisely and directly without using too many words. I also improved my communication skills through interacting with constituents and my networking skills through talking with members of the Senator’s staff. Lastly, I learned how to perform tasks quickly while paying attention to detail, among many other skills.

Gabriel Capella ’25 | Political Science | Congressional Intern | Office of U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse

My main task in the internship was to answer calls from various constituents. As time went on I became very comfortable on the phones and was confident in my ability to communicate. I also had to attend various hearing and write memos on them. This helped me improve my writing skills and I also became a really good listener as my memos needed to be specific. Finally, I improved my networking skills as I met various people from all over the country!

Andrew Fiondella ’24 | Political Science & Sociology | Congressional Intern | Office of U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal

For my second year with TTI, the opportunity to move down to South Carolina to work in their headquarters was very exciting. Pivoting into Talent Development and Management was a unique opportunity I am grateful for. I gained experience in envisioning and executing a quality leadership development program. I designed and led many training workshops, and got experience in measuring the success of my work through surveys and focus groups. My experience culminated in a capstone presentation to executive leaders where I conducted a comprehensive analysis of talent programs and offered sustainable solutions.

Myles Forgue ’24 | Marketing & Theology | Talent Development Intern | Techtronic Industries

I not only had the privilege to work hands-on in the lab but was also able to gain a lot of knowledge of the vast opportunities that exist within pharmaceuticals. The company model places a major emphasis on patient well-being and community service which truly inspired me. After completion of my internship, I was accepted to the Campus Ambassador program and have had the opportunity to discuss my internship with fellow students.

Brianna Harper ’22 | Biology | Drug Product Process Sciences Intern | Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

I wanted to gain experience working in a corporate environment since I have never had exposure to that type of setting. I also knew I wanted my internship to be related to marketing, because I’ve enjoyed the classes I’ve taken for the Marketing minor at PC so far. I wanted to gain more insight as to whether I could see myself working in a marketing department within a company in the future. I’ve also gained software skills, including using platforms such as Salesforce, LinkedIn, the Microsoft suite, Canva, and more.

McKenna Hedman ’24 | Psychology Major, Marketing Minor | Marketing Intern | Rivel, Inc.

I wanted to experience Capitol Hill before graduating and get a sense of what a public service career looks like. Representative Adriano Espaillat represents the district I was raised in, and being able to give back to my community was important to me. Furthermore, the Representative himself is a massive inspiration to me, being the first Dominican elected to Congress, and holding a position on the powerful Appropriations Committee. He is also an advocate for low-income families, immigrants, and students, hence his position on the Education and Labor committee. I aspire to work in Education policy, or somewhere in international affairs/community development, so this internship was the perfect foundation for my future career endeavors.

Andres Heredia-Belliard ’23 | Political Science & Global Studies | Legislative Intern | Office of Representative Adriano Espaillat (NY-13)

I wanted to apply for an internship that would allow me to explore an area of the legal field. I knew that this specific internship would not only introduce me to lawyers and prosecutors, but also allow me to learn about the court system and Maine’s judges and laws. I observed court events including criminal trials, motions, bail arguments, and appellate arguments. I worked with the District Attorney on office projects, including review of older cases. I also attended community events with the District Attorney dealing with substance use disorder and mental health issues.

Jacqueline Lombardo ’24 | Political Science | DA’s Office Intern | Cumberland County District Attorney’s Office

I wanted to get a larger research opportunity and start to explore my options in pursuing a PhD after graduating from PC. I spent the summer in the lab of Dr. Morgan James, working on an independent project that looked at the effect of cocaine on circadian proteins in the rat brain with the goal of understanding the molecular mechanisms behind cocaine induced sleep dysregulation. This project familiarized me with numerous different laboratory techniques and protocols including immunohistochemistry techniques and IACUC protocols. Additionally, the program included numerous professional development, networking, and mentoring opportunities ranging from journal clubs to field trips to pharmaceutical companies. Overall, the program has allowed me to gain a larger and more hands-on research experience all while exploring different graduate school and vocational opportunities!

Caleigh Lynch ’23 | Psychology Major (Neuroscience Certificate Program), Mathematics Minor | NeuoSURP Participant | Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Department of Neuroscience and Cell Biology (Rutgers University, New Brunswick Campus)

I applied for this internship because I was interested in learning more about the functioning of financial institutions and how they operate. I knew I wanted my summer job to be more closely related to the classes I took during my freshman year, specifically accounting. One skill that is constantly being utilized in my department is collaboration, as issues and questions often require many people working together to find a solution.

Rachel Medeiros ’25 | Marketing & Sociology | Deposit Operations Intern | Bristol County Savings Bank

I am very interested in taking my love for theatre and diversity to a more professional level and this was a good opportunity to merge the two together. I learned how the backstage side of the professional theatre industry functions including the organization it takes to help run a set, props, lighting, sound, and the stage.

Santi Najarro Cano ’24 | Marketing Major, Theatre Minor | Assistant Stage Manager | Trinity Repertory Company & Rhode Island Latino Arts

My internship has pushed me out of my comfort zone to be interested in what my team/industry does by constantly asking questions I had in mind and asking for help when I’m unsure if I’m doing my assigned tasks correctly. Something I learned to overcome is to not feel intimidated or shy about going to anyone in my team for help because it shows that I was interested in what they do. It is crucial to show that you care about the work others are doing because it demonstrates that you are trying to learn from them. It’s not about being an interesting person, it’s about being interested in others rather than yourself to succeed. This skill can be applied to any aspect in life, not just in the workforce.

Jecca Riley ’23 | Accountancy & Finance Major | Advanced Start Deals Tax Consulting Intern | PwC