To work creatively is not something that a Global Studies student gets to do on a daily basis; it is all about technicalities and political or historical knowledge. However, I currently find myself in a position where I can work… Continue Reading
Written by Jake Thoman When I began searching for an internship opportunity over the summer, I wanted to find something that allowed me to round out my education in government function. I sent my application to a local leadership… Continue Reading
Written by Paloma Michel Women’s Storybook Project “The Women’s Storybook Project of Texas (WSP) is a women’s prison program that connects children with their incarcerated mothers through the joy of literature.” I have been interning for the Women’s Storybook Project… Continue Reading
Written by Jonathon Mendez This semester, I have worked along with the Immigration Legal Services at the Catholic Charities of Central Texas. This non-profit organization provides legal representation at a rate 60-80% less than the rate for hiring a private… Continue Reading
Written by Annakarel Portillo-Alvarez — This fall I have been interning for a non-profit agency known as RAICES that aims to defend the rights of Immigrants and Refugees and advocate for their rights in this country. RAICES was founded… Continue Reading
Written by Felipe P. Broza — The COVID-19 pandemic brought a lot of disruption in people’s lives and plans. Throughout the past year and a half, my original plans to study abroad in France and finish my French minor over… Continue Reading
This fall I have been interning at Austin Youth River Watch, or AYRW for short. AYRW is a non-profit organization and supports both students in the Austin area and our local environment. High-school students in their organization are called, “river… Continue Reading
This semester I’ve been working with the Travis County Republican Party and Save Austin Now Political Action Committee as a fundraising intern. During my time with these groups, I have come to understand how money in politics is utilized to… Continue Reading
Written by Raelyn Roberson I am an intern at Made to Save, a Civic Nation initiative that fights to make sure that the COVID-19 vaccines are distributed equitably. This organization recognizes that communities of color do not have equal access… Continue Reading
This semester I have been interning at the Center for Child Protection as a grant writer. The Center works with children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or witnessed a violence crime. Collaborating with APD, CPS, and the DA, the… Continue Reading