Douglass Externs Explore Careers Over Break
This past winter break, Douglass students participated in externships at companies, firms, and nonprofits across the region. Externships, part of the Reilly BOLD Program for Advancing Women's Professional Development at Douglass, are 1–2-week immersive job shadowing experiences designed to help students build resumes, make professional connections, and learn workplace skills with no prior experience required.
Check out the stories of Douglass' winter externs to celebrate the work of Douglass students and their dedicated site mentors.
Jennifer Palacio Zapata DRC’25, Extern with New Jersey Historical Sites
Jennifer Palacio Zapata DRC’25, a Douglass political science major who externed with New Jersey Historical Sites, State Parks Service.
"Working alongside Elizabeth Dowd at the New Jersey Historical Sites with the State Parks Service has been a powerful experience. I've had the opportunity to explore New Jersey's and Rutgers' history while gaining meaningful knowledge on what it takes to preserve our historical sites and parks. This externship has widened my appreciation for our parks, and due to the staff's dedicated efforts, I am hopeful that many generations to come will experience all the history New Jersey has to offer."
Juliania Shyprykevych DRC'28 and Tanvi Shrivastava DRC'25, Externs at Picatinny Arsenal.
Jennifer Palacio Zapata DRC’25, a Douglass political science major who externed with New Jersey Historical Sites, State Parks Service.
"Working alongside Elizabeth Dowd at the New Jersey Historical Sites with the State Parks Service has been a powerful experience. I've had the opportunity to explore New Jersey's and Rutgers' history while gaining meaningful knowledge on what it takes to preserve our historical sites and parks. This externship has widened my appreciation for our parks, and due to the staff's dedicated efforts, I am hopeful that many generations to come will experience all the history New Jersey has to offer."
Kiara Adasi-Jantuah DRC'26, Extern at Monmouth Cares
“My externship at MonmouthCares in Long Branch, NJ was a fun and rewarding experience. I gained valuable knowledge in care management and service planning, while learning the administrative dynamics of an organization that makes a positive impact on youth and families.”
- Kiara Adasi-Jantuah DRC'26
Sophia Pasquale DRC'25, Extern at Princeton Childhood Development Institute
Sophia Pasquale DRC'25, a psychology major, externed at the Princeton Child Development Institute (PCDI).
"Seeing how interventions support neurodivergent students in their daily lives was truly inspiring. PCDI is an incredible place, and I’m deeply grateful for this experience!" - Sophia Pasquale DRC'25
Dami Ige DRC'26, Extern at Moore Consulting and Statistics
Dami Ige DRC'26 externed at Moore Statistics Consulting Foundation!
“Growth happens when we step outside of our comfort zones, and my externship at Moore Statistics Consulting Foundation was a journey of learning guided by insightful mentorship. Grateful for the opportunity to enhance my skills and make great connections!”
Eva Maria Hernandez DRC’25, Extern at Delaware Center for Justice
"I had the incredible opportunity to complete an externship with the Delaware Center for Justice! I gained valuable hands-on experience in restorative justice and learned so much from the team. I’m grateful for the chance to shadow such inspiring work and am excited for any future opportunities to return and continue learning." - Eva Maria Hernandez DRC’25
