When it comes to fostering vibrant, equitable communities, college completion is only one piece of the puzzle. Cultivating career success is an important part of leadership development, but without the professional connections that internships provide, graduates face a tougher journey back to their home communities. Knowing that the Puget Sound has no shortage of top companies seeking motivated talent, we understand it’s just a matter of connecting the dots.
Through Seed Internships, we’re building a sustainable pipeline of homegrown talent to enrich both their workplaces and their communities.
Megan Quiñones is a Palmer Scholar studying political science and sociology at Saint Martin’s University. Growing up a bi-racial woman impacted by economic poverty in Tacoma has inspired her academic studies, interest in non-profit work, and holistic focus on anti-oppression work. During her time with…
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Gavin Ames currently attends the University of Washington Tacoma as a business administration major. As part of the first cohort of Seed interns, Gavin interned at Gensco, holding the position of Operations Intern, where he was trained to support distribution management and warehouse operations. Gavin…
Read StoryWe identify outstanding college students and recent grads from underrepresented backgrounds and match them with top local employers for a 10-week, paid summer internship. Paired with a robust curriculum of professional development, the program provides a tailored path to professional success for homegrown talent seeking to honor their roots while building their career.
