July 23, 2024

Internship Spotlight: Ta’Miyah Alexander, KIPP Newark Lab High School

In the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, students are encouraged to discover their passions through their studies and to pursue those interests beyond the classroom. This summer, our students obtained internships across various fields and we’re proud to spotlight their experiences!

Ta’Miyah Alexander, who is majoring in Psychology with a minor in Child Advocacy and Policy, has obtained an operations internship with KIPP Newark Lab High School. In her role, Alexander tackles various administrative and logistical tasks, seeing firsthand the inner workings of educational institutions, which prepares her for her future goals to work in an administrative setting and “balance interactions with both students and adults.”

KIPP Newark Lab High School is a part of the Knowledge is Power Program network, commonly referred to as KIPP. KIPP is a national network of free open-enrollment college-preparatory public charter schools and is the largest network in North America. They have a focus for setting locations in low income communities.

“I was particularly excited about the opportunity to work at KIPP Newark Lab High School because of their strong reputation for educational excellence and community impact,” says Alexander. “The chance to contribute to an organization that is dedicated to improving educational outcomes for students in Newark resonated with my career aspirations.”

Working in the field has allowed Alexander to gain interpersonal skills that are difficult to fully develop in a classroom setting. Among those skills include “exposure to diverse perspectives.”

“Working with a diverse team and student body will enhance my cultural competency and ability to advocate for children from various backgrounds,” says Alexander.

Additionally, the shift from the role of student to an administrative intern provides the opportunity to navigate the operations and “broader context of how school functions” from a new perspective.

“The hands-on experience in school operations is invaluable for understanding the behind-the-scenes efforts that contribute to a successful educational environment.”