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The Sacramento LGBT Community Center

Communications Intern

May - August 2022 • Sacramento, CA

What I liked

The environment and people were very welcoming, and the work was fulfilling and interesting, too!

What I wish was different

There was some initial confusion over parking; I do wish I could have parked at the Center's parking lot myself, and figuring out how to get reimbursed for it wasn't a smooth process.

Advice

If you're debating whether or not to apply for an internship, absolutely do it. I wasn't super sold on the idea when I put in for mine, but I'm extraordinarily glad I went through with it. I can't think of a better way to have spent my summer.
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Community Development Planner

June - December 2019 • Sacramento, CA

What I liked

I loved the staff, the Centers mission statement, and the autonomy I was given to do my job. I felt a great deal of independence but also support.

What I wish was different

I wish there were resources to learn how to use some software that internships require you to use: excel, etc.

Advice

When it feels like you really can’t keep going, know that it’s okay to take a break. It’s more sustainable to take breaks than to power through and give up when it exhausts you.
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