Intern

Intern with ARCC

Check back when Applications open in the Fall!

Are you passionate about eradicating racism and promoting anti-racism? Do you want hands-on experience in marketing, fundraising, or strategic growth? Join ARCC as a Fall 2025 Intern and contribute to meaningful change!

Meet Our Interns

Eliany Leal-Espinoza

Cuba | Key West, FL

  • What inspired you to become an intern with ARCC?

    • I was a part of ARCC since I was in my junior year of high school, overtime I got more involved especially in my senior year when my classmates and I took over CIA. I've always agreed with the message of ARCC and everything it stood for, so becoming an intern and helping spread the message was a given for me .

Dazmine Jenkins

Key West, FL

  • What inspired you to become an intern with ARCC?

    • I joined CIA in high school which started my passion to want to make a change. I have also seen friends and peers face challenges as immigrants in America, from feeling unheard to navigating barriers that others may not always recognize. Being part of ARCC allows me to support, uplift, and stand alongside people whose experiences deserve to be valued, protected, and amplified.

Courtney Paszkiewicz

Michigan

  • What inspired you to become an intern with ARCC?
    • I became an intern with ARCC because I am passionate about social justice. One goal I hope to accomplish during my internship is creating a meaningful impact on communities!

Suved Naidu 

Austin, Texas

  • What inspired you to become an intern with ARCC?
    • I chose to volunteer for ARCC because I wanted to use the skills I possess to make a real difference in the world. I am excited to grow my communication and collaboration skills.

Nia Stiggers 

St. Paul, Minnesota

  • What inspired you to become an intern with ARCC?
    • I'm interning for ARCC because of their mission to educate and spread anti-racism. I think it's incredibly important to have such empowering conversations ready and available. Not only does it enforce change, it encourages growth, education, and community. I can't wait to grow the community and continue to educate myself on anti-racism.

Vy Nguyen

Texas

  • What Inspired you to become an intern with ARCC?
    • I decided to become an ARCC intern because its mission of building community and education around anti-racism reflected values I hold personally, as a Vietnamese American who has experienced racism firsthand. After learning more about ARCC, I was even more drawn in by the sense of community among people who are just as committed to creating real change. I want to help create content that informs and engages ARCC's audience while growing alongside the other interns and learning from their diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Khivi Singh

Sacramento, California

  • What inspired you to become an intern with ARCC?
    • I joined ARCC because I am passionate about bringing my unique perspective as a Punjabi Sikh girl to larger conversations about racism. Through this internship, I hope to gain professional skills while making a visible measurable diffrence.

Former Interns

Mariyam Khazi (Round Rock, TX)

  • What attracted you to apply for the ARCC internship?

    • I was initially attracted to the ARCC internship due to the vision & mission of the organization and its ties to my personal values. After taking a deeper dive into ARCC, I was even more drawn into the internship due to the amazing community cultivated by this group of like-minded visionaries.

  • What skills or experiences did you gain during your internship?

    • Throughout the internship, I've learned a lot about outreach, marketing, and even just about others' personal experiences. This internship has widened my scope to discover so much more about the world and how different groups live life.

Kayla Gould (Austin, TX)

  • What attracted you to apply for the ARCC internship?

    • When I applying on LinkedIn I was looking for any internship having to do with communications to show on my resume. However, when I came across ARCC I applied because after I read the About ARCC section I knew this experience could not only grow my professional resume but give me knowledge I could use in my personal life and that to me was something special about ARCC.

  • How has this internship influenced your career path or goals?

    • While working with Donzel Leggett as Executive Support it influenced what job I wanted to pursue after college. I have now been pursing careers in administration and operations based on the wonderful experience I had in my intern role as Executive Support.

  • What advice would you give to future ARCC interns?

    • Really appreciate the opportunity you are given and use it to your full extent. If you do that, you can learn so much and take so much from this experience.

Hayley (She/her) (Boston, MA)

  • What skills or experiences did you gain during your internship?

    • I learned a lot about activism, racial inequality, and most importantly, how to be actively anti racist. Professionally, I gained experience in SEO keywords & tracking, social media content planning, and blog writing.

  • Can you share a favorite project or moment from your internship?

    • I really enjoyed writing blog posts about various anti-racist topics. Learning about people & stories I had not heard about before was very impactful, and I loved sharing new information with the world.

  • What advice would you give to future ARCC interns?

    • Listen, learn, and stay open-minded to continue educating yourself, also, be proactive and seek out opportunities to contribute, whether it’s coming up with ideas for social media or staying up to date on current events.

Laura Beltran (She/her) (Highland Park, New Jersey)

  • What skills or experiences did you gain during your internship?

    • During my internship with ARCC, I gained valuable experience in nonprofit fundraising and community engagement. I learned how to develop donor outreach strategies, write compelling fundraising materials, and manage donor databases. Working closely with a small team gave me hands-on experience in relationship-building and communicating the mission of a social justice organization to diverse audiences.

  • Can you share a favorite project or moment from your internship?

    • My favorite project was working on the anniversary celebration and helping coordinate outreach to past donors and supporters. It was rewarding to see how the event brought people together to reflect on ARCC’s impact and recommit to its mission.

  • How has this internship influenced your career path or goals?

    • This internship strengthened my commitment to advocating and researching racial equity and social justice. Working at ARCC gave me a deeper understanding of the structural barriers marginalized communities face and the importance of sustained, grassroots fundraising to support that work.

  • What advice would you give to future ARCC interns?

    • Enjoy it! One of the best parts of interning at ARCC was seeing just how many people and communities the organization connects with. Take your time to really understand the mission and the impact of the work—whether you're helping with fundraising, outreach, or events, don’t be afraid to ask questions, share ideas, and build relationships along the way.

Emi Pang (Los Angeles, CA)

  • What attracted you to apply for the ARCC internship?

    • During my last year of college, I was eager to find an experience that I felt truly excited about, and the opportunity at ARCC aligned with that because I was naturally drawn to the organization's mission and passion. I loved the idea of helping to build a community that makes the world a better place, all while learning from and working alongside incredibly kind and driven people!

  • What skills or experiences did you gain during your internship?

    • I gained a lot of valuable project management skills from the nature of my role, as it was a very hands-on experience navigating a project with a high level of autonomy. It was a great learning experience that helped refine my abilities to communicate, stay organized, work in a remote team, and understand what it means to take ownership and prioritize to see something through.

  • Can you share a favorite project or moment from your internship?

    • I loved all my interactions with my team + working with the members of ARCC overall. Even through a screen and hundreds of miles away, I could feel the warmth and kindness from everyone, as my managers were all very patient and supportive of me throughout the internship!

  • How has this internship influenced your career path or goals?

    • I think this internship helped me see what good leadership and teamwork looks like while giving me the confidence to work independently and have a high level of responsibility. At least in my current life now, I have a remote job that I love, working in a team with people I admire and feel comfortable around, which is very similar to my experience with ARCC : )

  • What advice would you give to future ARCC interns?

    • Don't be afraid to ask questions and speak up!! A community like ARCC is most vibrant through people and relationships, and I can promise any future intern that any member is happy to help you out. It's a great and safe space to learn, step out of your comfort zone, and really feel like your work is meaningful.

Selma Farsakh Ulm (Philadelphia, PA)

  • What attracted you to apply for the ARCC internship?

    • I wanted to work for an organization whose values aligned with mine. In my past internship, I worked for an organization professed to care about spreading non-partisan education about the American constitution. However, my previous employer received funding from many donors who had made their wealth off of systems of slavery and forced labor within the United States. ARCC works to disseminate information throughout America in a non-partisan way, yet their values shine through their work to stand up to this format of philanthropic racism. As someone with the training and tools to fundraise effectively, I felt drawn to ARCC to stand up to this philanthropic injustice I felt I was seeing, and work for an organization that truly aligned with my values.

  • Can you share a favorite project or moment from your internship?

    • Working with Enki Brewing on a month-long fundraising campaign with 4 anti-racist events for patrons!

  • How has this internship influenced your career path or goals?

    • I felt very enriched by my work with fellow interns and the board of ARCC. My summer with this great organization cemented my desire to work in non-profit management and development. I will be pursuing a Masters in Non-Profit leadership after I graduate from my Bachelor's program to gain more practical skills topical to building up innovative organizations like ARCC.

  • What advice would you give to future ARCC interns?

    • Take advantage of all the resources! Talk to everyone on your intern team and all the board members. Being in connection with other individuals of your age and older who care about Anti-Racist work in America is super helpful and inspiring during hard times. It will propel you in your personal growth and career to do so. Also: speak up when you think you can add to the conversation or make meaningful change. This is a key point of the ARCC curriculum but is also really helpful to deepening your relationships with your supervisors and peers, shaping your experience at ARCC/what you gain from your internship, and can influence great projects that feed you (and ARCC) back!

Emily Tran (Key West, FL)

  • Why did you want to join ARCC as an intern?

    • I joined ARCC as an intern, because I wanted to be more involved with anti-racism. Growing up I did not like speaking up about racism because I was afraid, so becoming an intern makes me feel as if I can take the next steps and make a difference towards racism.

Youma Midy (Haiti)

  • Why did you want to join ARCC as an intern?

    • Hey, I'm Youma. I joined ARCC because I want to make a difference and also be a voice for my people, especially as an immigrant myself. I've experienced a lot of racism and hate.

Justin Tran (Key West, FL)

  • Why did you want to join ARCC as an intern?

    • Hello my name is Justin Tran. I joined ARCC because growing up I went through the struggles of Racism and I want to be able to let people know that they are not alone in the fight to eradicate racism!

ARCC Interns: Where Are They Now?

Ava Kruszewski

  • What was your title and when did you intern?
    • Learning and Development Intern at ARCC 2024
  • What was your primary focus during your internship with ARCC, and what projects or initiatives were you involved in?
    • At my time at ARCC, I was serving as a Learning and Development Intern at ARCC, my role entailed contributing at the end to create an educational and training0 pursuing a Master of Public Administration (MPA) at Wayne State University, graduating in May of 2027.
  • What are some accomplishments or milestones you've achieved since your time with ARCC?
    • Since my time at ARCC, I have obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology from Indiana University Bloomington. Then went straight into graduate school. In addition to that, I have been chosen as an Inaugural Local Government Leadership Fellow, which has also provided me with some practical professional experiences and some opportunities to participate in community-based projects. Thanks to the referral letter written for me by Donzel Legett.
  • How did your experience with ARCC influence your personal or professional growth?
    • My experience with ARCC had a significant impact on both my personal and professional growth. Through my work, I gained a deeper understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and the importance of community engagement. I developed valuable skills in communication, public outreach, and creating educational content, but the experience meant much more than just professional development. As an Asian American, ARCC helped me grow in my own confidence and identity. Being part of an organization dedicated to addressing racism and promoting understanding encouraged me to use my voice, share my experiences, and advocate for others. It broadened my perspective and showed me the power of education and community-driven change. That experience continues to influence the work I pursue today. It strengthened my commitment to public service and inspired me to seek opportunities where I can make a positive impact in communities, which is why I'm pursuing a Master's in Public Administration and gaining experience through my local government fellowship.
  • What advice would you give to current or future ARCC interns?
    • My advice for current and future ARCC interns is to make full use of every opportunity to learn, ask questions, and share your thoughts. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and interact with people. My favorite part was getting to grow professionally and personally with the interns who were in my cohort that year.