Earlier this year, Fresno EOC welcomed 10 interns to work in various programs and departments. Internships play a crucial role in shaping young adults’ careers by providing hands-on experience and professional development.
Fresno EOC is committed to fostering an environment that encourages growth and learning, ensuring our interns gain valuable skills that will propel them forward in their careers. Thanks to the City of Fresno One Fresno Youth Jobs Corps Program, this opportunity was made possible. Each intern worked 30 hours per week for 30 weeks, earning $18 an hour. They began their internships in February and will wrap up in mid-August.
Meet the Interns:
Barry Burns, Fresno EOC Finance Department
Offered a role at Fresno EOC LCC
“I appreciate the opportunity I had for the past 6 months. It allowed me to network and connect with peers. Also, I appreciate being fed, because Fresno EOC knows how to feed you as well as train you. To my peers, I wish nothing but success and opportunities of expansion within your respected departments.”
Frank Kendrick, Executive Office
“I am confident of my abilities because of my worksite experience. I learned a great deal. It was a meaningful opportunity.”
Phuong Le, Fresno EOC Finance Department
Offered a role on the Fresno EOC finance team
“The first couple of days at work were such an amazing experience. I was super nervous about working but everyone was very welcoming and made me feel comfortable.”
Lyndon Moultrie, Workforce Connection Young Adult Services
Offered employment outside of Fresno EOC
“An area of personal growth I have gained from this program would be my communication and public speaking abilities.”
Stephanie Ramirez, Workforce Connection Young Adult Services
Offered a temporary role at Workforce Connection
“I have expanded on my administrative skills by learning how to organize program data via spreadsheets, which is an essential skill in various work settings.”
Akiya Sabree, Fresno EOC WIC
Offered a position within the Fresno EOC WIC program
“I learned more patience and being calm in stressful situations. I was able to learn about the call center and how to manage different computer tasks in the system.”
Alexis Xiong, Fresno EOC Health Services
Offered a position at the Community Health Center
“Working here I learned to always strive to do better every day.”
Kaitlyn Vang, Fresno EOC Human Resources
Offered a position with the Fresno EOC HR recruitment team
“Based on this experience, I would like to continue in non-profit organization work and public administration with a focus on grant writing and policy making.”
Kyle Yang, Fresno EOC IT Department
Offered a position on with the Fresno EOC IT team
“Advice I received from my supervisor that I will take with me is, ‘Do not be afraid to fail; failure is when you give up, success is when you learn from failing.’”
Julissa De La Rosa, Fresno EOC Head Start 0 to 5
Offered a position outside of Fresno EOC
These interns have not only contributed significantly to our programs but have also shown remarkable growth and dedication. We are proud of their achievements and excited to see where their futures will take them.