Beyond The Blog
Beyond the Blog is an evolution of The Patterson Foundation’s storytelling approach focused on creating and sharing engaging content featuring the people, organizations, and communities strengthened through the Foundation’s work. This idea began and grew in 2022 with strategic oversight from MagnifyGood, guidance from Debra Jacobs, and content planning, coordination, and production by Kellie Alexander and Rachel Hettinger.
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From the Inside: Intern Perspectives on The Patterson Foundation Internship Program
This episode of Beyond The Blog features Ericia Henry, a Fellow with The Patterson Foundation, and Grace Wang, a student at the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, who recently completed an internship with The Venice Symphony through The Patterson Foundation’s Nonprofit Internship Program. Join us as we explore Grace’s journey, the experiences that shaped her, and how this opportunity has influenced her growth and development as a rising nonprofit professional.
Timestamps
- 00:10 - Welcome and Introduction
- 04:16 - Grace shares why she was interested in the Venice Symphony and her responsibilities as an intern
- 08:23 - Graced shares the most memorable or rewarding part of her time as an intern
- 12:49 - Grace shares some challenges she faces as she navigates specific tasks during her internships
- 15:46 - Grace shares how this internship will shape her future as a nonprofit professional
- 19:10 - Advice for a student/young professional interested in our internship program
- 22:14 - Ericia wraps up by thanking Grace and closing out the podcast
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