Internship stories
Talia D'Ambruoso '17: bioengineering to improve lives
Well-rounded: Talia D'Ambruoso '17 combined her studies in bioengineering with women's soccer, study abroad, and two internships.
Etienne Niyonsaba '17: journey to education & achievement
From school days in a refugee camp to the pursuit of a degree in accounting, education has been a constant for Etienne Niyonsaba '17.
Elizabeth Cross '17 is planning a career as a pediatric surgeon
A research internship at Yale and her studies in biology at UMassD have prepared Elizabeth for the challenges of medical school.
Alex Siddall '17: Washington internship
An internship at the State Department and a semester abroad in Germany have convinced Alex Siddall '17 of the value of international education.
Samantha Gottlich: learning on the job through multiple internships
For marketing major Samantha Gottlich '18, gaining hands-on experience is an important step toward her dream job in social media.
Gabrielle Monteiro '17: Future in sustainable urban planning
Gabrielle Monteiro received the 2015 Campus Compact Newman Civic Fellows Award for her commitment to community engagement.
Jenyka Gassnola '17: Advocate for women who need a second chance
During her internship at Together We Bake, Jenyka Gassnola '17 gained new skills, was featured in an NPR article, and was invited to a White House event.
Jamie Losanno: Marketing internship at Dell
After attending a UMassD career fair, Jamie Losanno '17 interned at Dell/EMC.
Ashley Gelin '17: Internship at Akamai Technologies
After completing internships at Akamai Technologies and LifeWork Search, Ashley Gelin '17 has a better understanding of the type of career she wants.
Marissa Matton: Master of Professional Writing
Through coursework, internships, and a graduate assistantship, Marissa Matton '14 MA '16 has prepared for a career in web writing.
Jacob Miller: Effecting change through student leadership
Student Trustee Jacob Miller '16 has an unwavering commitment to public service.
Barbara Okafor '16: A passion for healthcare, research, and service
Pursuing research, running track, serving as a student leader, and working on campus, Barbara Okafor '16 has kept her focus and managed her time wisely.