Nonprofits: What are they? Nonprofit organizations exist to serve a mission — not to turn a profit. And behind nearly every successful nonprofit, you'll find an army of volunteers quietly keeping the wheels turning. From local food banks to global humanitarian efforts, volunteers aren't just helpful — they're essential. Here's why. They Extend What Staff Alone Cannot. Most nonprofits operate on lean budgets, with small paid teams stretched across big goals. Volunteers bridge

The mentor/mentee bond is a powerful relationship dynamic which can be easily applied to the professional world. A professional mentor relationship is between a student or early career employee (the mentee) and an employee who has years of experience in the field (the mentor). The mentor provides the mentee with professional advice which helps the mentee develop their career, but a mentor/mentee relationship isn't just beneficial to the mentee. It's an equal partnership which

Allegra Jackson, founder and business coach with Women Into Networking. Source: Women Into Networking website Mentorship Mentorship has played a big role in my professional growth. As a WINtern with Women Into Networking, I was lucky to learn from Allegra Jackson, who is a founder, business coach, and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience. Her advice about business and personal development has really shaped how I think about my future career. Nonlinear Path to Su

I was told early on that I would be assigned a mentor from the Women Into Networking community. With such a vibrant, giving, and supportive community, there could have been no conclusion other than that it was a fantastic opportunity.

A mentor-mentee relationship is more than just advice over coffee; it's one of the most powerful investments you can make in yourself and someone else. At its core, it's a supportive connection in which a more experienced person (the mentor) guides someone who is learning or growing (the mentee). Built on trust, encouragement, and shared knowledge, it creates space for real growth personally, professionally, and everything in between. How it Changes Everything Mentorship is

About Me: Hey! My name is Maile Damon-Tollenaere, and I am a sophomore at the University of Connecticut. I'm very excited to be joining the WINternship program as a marketing and social media intern this semester, and would like to give you a chance to learn all about me! Education: I am currently in my second year at University of Connecticut, getting a dual degree in Art History and Communications. The two majors work hand in hand to prepare me for a career in marketing. M

About Me Hello everyone, I am Emilia Hege, but you can just call me Millie! I am one of the new WINterns and am so excited to connect with all of you. This is my first time being an Intern, so I am excited to see where this takes me. So a little about me, I am from Baltimore, Maryland, but have lived on Martha's Vineyard, Mass., and in Copenhagen, Denmark. I am a senior at Elon University and intend to graduate in May of this year. I am majoring in Strategic Communications an

Me in Dresden, Germany this summer studying abroad ABOUT ME Hi Everyone and WIN Community! My name is Amy Laudi, and I would love to introduce myself as a new intern working with Sarah and her team on social media, Women Into Networking (WIN). I am currently a senior at the University of Wisconsin--Madison, studying Communication Science and Rhetorical Studies with a certificate in art studio (photography). Planning to graduate this May 2026, I couldn't be more excited about

About Me My name is Hannah Graham, and I am a senior at Southern Connecticut State University studying Journalism with a minor in Public Relations. This year, I am very excited to be starting my first internship with WIN working on their social media intern team and learning more about the world of business communication. I especially love being part of a network of women who want to uplift and encourage one another to pursue their dreams. Public Relations and Publishing Whe

About Me Hello, my name is Jennifer Tharp! I am a WINtern in the Women Into Networking (WIN) Internship Program and currently a junior at Kansas State University, where I am pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. My goal is to apply the skills I gain through both my university education and the WINternship to eventually build my own business within the entertainment industry, creating art that connects with people. My Entert

About Me! Hi, my name is Hiba Imran and as of January 2026, I’m officially a social media WINtern with Women Into Networking! This is my first internship and I’m so beyond grateful to be given this opportunity. A little bit more about me, I’m a senior and a Communication Studies major - with a concentration in Public Relations - at the University of North Carolina Charlotte. I’m also a double minor, with a minor in International Studies, and another in Arabic Studies. Beyond

Who am I? Hello! My name is Ella Lauzen, and I'm the new Communications Intern for Women into Networking in the spring of 2026. I am currently a senior at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, with a major in Communications with a specialization in public relations and a minor in Journalism, expecting to graduate this May. While I entered college not knowing what exact career path I wanted to pursue, I trusted fate to bring me exactly where I needed to be, which is whe

Career Journey by Tallita Gouveia I was born with a question mark in my head. There has always been a constant search for knowledge, even without a clear career path like many people seem to have. The idea of a profession was built slowly, through different life experiences. The only certainty I had was the need to find an answer — not just any answer, but the right one for my journey, my future, my career. I needed to discover myself. Leadership Without a Title Many people s

WINtern, Allison Begos All About Me Hi there! My name is Allison Begos, and I am an incoming senior at The College of New Jersey. All three years so far, I have studied Communications, specializing in Social Media and Mass Media with a minor in Marketing, and I have loved it. I am expected to graduate in May 2026 and although I am feeling bittersweet about it, I am excited for this new chapter and what is to come. Outside of School Outside of my education, I am attempting to

Every future leader starts somewhere, and for many, that journey begins with an internship. Internships provide hands-on training, mentorship, and career-shaping opportunities that classroom learning simply can’t replicate. It helps them to develop and build their skill sets. That’s why we’re launching our Intern Scholarship Fundraiser—and we need your help. Why Your Donation Matters Your contribution doesn’t just fund a scholarship—it removes barriers, creates access, and ch

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