In the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, students are encouraged to discover their passions through their studies and to pursue those interests beyond the classroom. This summer, our students obtained internships across various fields and we’re proud to spotlight their experiences!<\/p>\n
Ta\u2019Miyah Alexander, who is majoring in Psychology<\/a> with a minor in Child Advocacy and Policy<\/a>, has obtained an operations internship with KIPP Newark Lab High School. In her role, Alexander tackles various administrative and logistical tasks, seeing firsthand the inner workings of educational institutions, which prepares her for her future goals to work in an administrative setting and \u201cbalance interactions with both students and adults.\u201d<\/p>\n KIPP Newark Lab High School is a part of the Knowledge is Power Program network, commonly referred to as KIPP. KIPP is a national network of free open-enrollment college-preparatory public charter schools and is the largest network in North America. They have a focus for setting locations in low income communities.<\/p>\n \u201cI was particularly excited about the opportunity to work at KIPP Newark Lab High School because of their strong reputation for educational excellence and community impact,\u201d says Alexander. \u201cThe chance to contribute to an organization that is dedicated to improving educational outcomes for students in Newark resonated with my career aspirations.\u201d<\/p>\n Working in the field has allowed Alexander to gain interpersonal skills that are difficult to fully develop in a classroom setting. Among those skills include \u201cexposure to diverse perspectives.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cWorking with a diverse team and student body will enhance my cultural competency and ability to advocate for children from various backgrounds,\u201d says Alexander.<\/p>\n Additionally, the shift from the role of student to an administrative intern provides the opportunity to navigate the operations and \u201cbroader context of how school functions\u201d from a new perspective.<\/p>\n \u201cThe hands-on experience in school operations is invaluable for understanding the behind-the-scenes efforts that contribute to a successful educational environment.\u201d<\/p>\n