Tag: Intern

06 Jan

Meet the Interns: Lauren Schwabe

by Lauren SchwabeCategories: News, Staff Spotlights

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We are excited to welcome Lauren Schwabe, our newest Marketing intern! We love getting to introduce new people to the work we do at United Way of Lake County. As part of our Marketing team, Lauren assists with our designed materials, website, blog, videos, social media, and much more. Join us in welcoming Lauren!

Where did you go to school, what was your major, and when did you graduate?

I attended The Illinois Institute of Art in Schaumburg, I have my Bachelor’s Degree in Media Arts & Animation, and I graduated in 2015.

Where are you from?

I am from Lake Villa, Illinois.

What’s your favorite type of food?

Thai, Japanese and Italian!

What is something interesting that no one knows about you?

I really want to travel more, first choice is Italy.

If you had to sing one karaoke song for the rest of your life, what would it be?

“Poor Unfortunate Souls” from The Little Mermaid.

What is one of your favorite movies? 

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

 

To learn more about internship opportunities at United Way, click here.

17 Dec

Meet the Interns: Monica Carrasco

by Jennifer StromCategories: News, Staff Spotlights

We are excited to welcome Monica Carrasco, our newest Success By 6 intern! We love getting to introduce new people to the work we do at United Way of Lake County. As part of our Success By 6 team, Monica will work to ensure kids in Lake County receive Kindergarten Readiness Calendars to support learning at home, provide assistance to the Better Together program that guides parents to learn skills on how to be their child’s first teacher, assist with Kindergarten Countdown Camp to help incoming kindergarteners with little to no preschool experience be better prepared before they start school in the fall, and she will become an Early Reading Success Tutor in the Waukegan School District. Join us in welcoming Monica!

Where do you go to school, what is your major, and what year are you?

I am a Senior at Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin. I am majoring in Social Work with minors in Religion and Spanish.

Where are you from?

I am from Beach Park, Illinois.

What’s your favorite restaurant and/or food?

Chick-fil-A. I also love pizza and wings!

What is something interesting that no one knows about you?

This summer I went to Cancun and I did some ziplining, rode ATVs and swam in a cenote.

If you had to sing one karaoke song for the rest of your life, what would it be?

“Si No Te Hubieras Ido” by Marco Antonio Solís.

What is the best movie in the world and why do you think so?

I believe the best movie in the world is Mulan. It’s empowering for girls to know that they can do things on their own and accomplish great things.

To learn more about internship opportunities at United Way, click here.

17 Dec

Meet the Interns: Maria Martinez

by Jennifer StromCategories: News, Staff Spotlights

We are excited to welcome Maria Martinez, our newest Success By 6 intern! We love getting to introduce new people to the work we do at United Way of Lake County. As part of our Success By 6 team, Maria will work to ensure kids in Lake County receive Kindergarten Readiness Calendars to support learning at home, provide ongoing support with Early Learning Clubs to connect schools and day care centers with resources for young learners, assist with 211 presentations for the Lake County community, and be an Early Reading Success Tutor in the Waukegan School District. Join us in welcoming Maria!

Where do you go to school, what is your major, and what year are you?

I go to Northeastern Illinois University and I am majoring in Social Work. I am currently a senior.

Where are you from?

I am from Round Lake, Illinois.

What’s your favorite restaurant and/or food?

My favorite food is pasta and my favorite restaurant to get pasta is at Barnelli’s, which is in Portillo’s.

What is something interesting that no one knows about you?

Something interesting that no one knows about me would be that I have traveled to Mexico almost every year since I was 5 years old.

If you had to sing one karaoke song for the rest of your life, what would it be?

If I had to sing one karaoke song for the rest of my life it would be Million Reasons by Lady Gaga.

What is your favorite TV show?

My favorite TV show is Friends.

To learn more about internship opportunities at United Way, click here.

30 Sep

September 2019 e-Newsletter

by Jennifer StromCategories: News, Newsletter

You’re Invited: Power of the Purse!

Join Women United for their signature fundraising event, POWER OF THE PURSE, on Sunday, November 3 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Royal Melbourne Country Club in Long Grove. Enjoy a champagne brunch and an upbeat afternoon celebrating the special women in your life.

All proceeds will support critical early literacy programs through the Little Kids, Big Futures Fund. Since 2014, Women United has distributed over half a million dollars to worthy nonprofits to ensure children living in Lake County’s most vulnerable communities are prepared for kindergarten and ready to succeed.

Purchase your tickets by Friday, October 11, to be entered to win a Kindle Fire 8.0 with Travel Case!

Space is limited. Get your tickets below.

Women United Brings No Small Matter to Lake County

Women United of Lake County is proud to host a screening of the documentary film No Small Matter on Wednesday, October 16, from 6 – 8:30 p.m., at the Gorton Community Center (400 East Illinois Road, Lake Forest).

No Small Matter is the first feature documentary to explore the most overlooked, underestimated, and powerful force for good in America today: early childhood education. Through poignant stories, the film lays out the overwhelming evidence for the importance of education in the first five years, and reveals how our failure to act on that evidence has resulted in an everyday crisis for American families, and a slow-motion catastrophe for the country.

But there is hope — us! This film seeks to re-define the public’s understanding of what’s going on in children’s brains from birth to five — and push their needs to the top of our social agenda. Although this film is making its way across the county, this is the first and only screening in Lake County. Visit www.nosmallmatter.com or https://youtu.be/Shm-KRh4LFg to watch the trailer and learn more!

The screening is free and open to the public but you must register if you’d like to attend. Click the button below to register.

Step Up to Women United

Are you 36 or younger and passionate about early childhood education and making a difference in your community? Then you are eligible to participate in Women United’s Step Up program!

Learn more about Step Up here and click below to view a video.

Volunteers In Action: Baxter

This summer, six groups of Baxter employees volunteered their time to revitalize and support local organizations. Each group did something different: from packaging food at Illinois Food Bank to cleaning Illinois Beach State Park to organizing a bingo game at a nursing home.

Thank you, Baxter, for encouraging your employees to take time out of their workday to make Lake County a better place!

View all of the places they made a difference by clicking below.

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Marketing Internship Opportunity

Know a college student looking for a Marketing/Communications internship? Interning with United Way is a great way to get hands-on experience, learn new skills and make a difference in your community, all while building your resume.

To apply, send your cover letter and resume to Robert at Robert.Szarzynski@uwlakeco.org.

Learn more about the internship by clicking below.

 

06 Jun

Meet the Interns: Atzallali Saucedo-Ruiz

by Marketing DepartmentCategories: News, Staff Spotlights

This summer, we are excited to welcome Atzallali Saucedo-Ruiz, our newest Marketing intern! We love getting to introduce new people to the work we do at United Way of Lake County. As part of our Marketing team, Atzallali will assist with research, social media, videos, events, and much more. Join us in welcoming Atzallali!

How do you pronounce your name and what does it mean?

Atzallali is pronounced “at-sah-yah-lee”. Its origin is Aztec and it means Queen of the Swans.

What is your major and where do you attend college?

I’m a rising junior at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY. I’m a Management & Business and Psychology double major and a Gender Studies minor.

Where are you from?

I was born in Mexico City, but I’m currently living in Waukegan, IL with my parents and my little maltese named Lady.

What’s your favorite food?

I love my mom’s posole with tostadas!

What is something interesting that no one knows about you?

In the past I have had both a squirrel and a lobster as pets. The baby squirrel followed my mom and I home one day and my dad found a a small lobster on the side of the road many years later.

If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life what would it be and why? 

It would have to be The Middle by Jimmy Eat World. I’ve been listening to this song for a long time and it always reminds me to be happy no matter what and that everything is going to be just fine.

Who inspires you?

My parents have always been my role models. Whenever I’m unsure of what to do I always think about them. My parents have always been there for me no matter what and when I think about everything they’ve done for me, I get fired up and feel determined to keep going. They inspire me to be a hard worker, to be honest, humble, and to always see the good parts of life. Without them I wouldn’t have come this far; they’re my heroes.

To learn more about internship opportunities at United Way, click here.

26 Jul

Meet the Interns: Anna Kedjidjian

by Marketing DepartmentCategories: News

This summer, we are excited to welcome Anna Kedjidjian, our newest Marketing intern! We love getting to introduce new people to the work we do at United Way of Lake County. As part of our Marketing team, Anna will assist with research, social media, videos, events, and much more. Join us in welcoming Anna!

Where do you go to school and what year are you?

I am in incoming sophomore at Randolph-Macon College.

What is your major?

I am currently undecided, but I have thoughts in a major in communication studies and a minor in political science.

Where are you from?

Deerfield, IL.

What’s your favorite restaurant?

Walker Brothers. I am a huge fan of breakfast food, especially for dinner!

What is something interesting that no one knows about you?

When I was in fourth grade, my dream job was to be a roller coaster designer.

If you had to sing one karaoke song for the rest of your life, what would it be? 

I Wanna Dance with Somebody by Whitney Houston. She is truly an idol!

What is the best movie in the world and why do you think so?

The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement. I love the whole Princess Diaries series, but I think the second one is the best because everyone is trying to make Mia find a prince, but she doesn’t think she needs a man! I also relate to her awkwardness a lot!

To learn more about internship opportunities at United Way, click here.

12 Jul

Meet the Interns: Emma Paukert

by Jennifer StromCategories: Kindergarten Countdown Camp, News

This summer, we are excited to welcome Emma Paukert, one of our new Kindergarten Countdown Camp (KCC) interns! We love getting to introduce new people to the work we do at United Way of Lake County.  Read on to learn more about Emma’s experience with KCC so far!

Emma

What is your role at Kindergarten Countdown Camp (KCC)?

I am an intern for KCC, serving as a teacher’s aide in the classroom.

What has been the most memorable part about your involvement in KCC so far?

The most memorable part about my involvement so far has been seeing the overall impact that one day at school has on these children. I have found it very interesting how young children are able to absorb new information and catch on to things adults know without even thinking about.

Have there been any students or teachers, in particular, that have impacted you and how?

Everyone, from students to teachers, has impacted me. I admire the teachers’ passion for teaching young children and the amount that they care for and value every student’s right to be educated. In terms of the students, they have impacted me by making me realize how important education is and how the fundamental stages of schooling are vital to a student’s success.

Do you think KCC is making an impact on the children that attend?

I believe that Kindergarten Countdown Camp has a tremendous impact on the children that attend. Just from the few weeks that I have been here, I can already tell a difference in the children’s ability to write their name, listen to directions, and interact with other children. I feel that this camp is well preparing students for kindergarten and a successful academic career.

What does education mean to you?

To me, education is the gateway to success in all facets of life. A well-rounded education gives students the tools, knowledge, and attitude they need to be successful.  Education is the medium that allows us to expand our thoughts and explore our ideas.

 

27 Jun

Meet the Interns: Amy Juarez

by Marketing DepartmentCategories: News

This summer, we are excited to welcome Amy Juarez, our newest Marketing intern! We love getting to introduce new people to the work we do at United Way of Lake County. As part of our Marketing team, Amy will assist with research, social media, graphic design, events, and much more. Join us in welcoming Amy!

Amy Juarez

Where do you go to school and what year are you?

I am an incoming senior at Northern Illinois University.

What is your major?

I am a Corporate Communications major with 3 minors in Marketing, Spanish, and Women and Gender Studies.

Where are you from?

Round Lake, IL.

What’s your favorite restaurant?

Cheesecake Factory, checks all my criteria for a good time: Delicious bread and butter, pastas, and of course cheesecake! Also, Drake wrote a song about it.

What is something interesting that no one knows about you?

I actually don’t know how to swim. Very unfortunate for many reasons. Titanic (the movie) takes on a whole new level of fear with this in mind.

If you had to sing one karaoke song for the rest of your life, what would it be? 

Total Eclipse of the Heart by Bonnie Tyler — a classic.

What is the best movie in the world and why do you think so?

The amount of movies that come to mind are never-ending but, if I have to highlight one, it would be Spy Kids. Mainly because it reminds me of my childhood. Who doesn’t love spies, adventures and gadgets?

08 May

My Internship Experience: Chris Scroggins

by Marketing DepartmentCategories: News

Chris Scroggins on the last day of his internship

Who would have guessed that my most difficult assignment as an intern at United Way would be creating this farewell blog? Not me, certainly. To say that I am thankful for this opportunity is an understatement; I feel transformed, both personally and professionally. Being a Marketing intern has given me the ability to apply my classroom education to the real-world, broaden my industry-specific skill-set, sharpen my career expectations, and strengthen my resume. On a deeper level, United Way of Lake County has taught me the importance of giving back to your community. Developing a true sense of community awareness is perhaps my proudest accomplishment during my time as an intern. I hope to embody these values wherever life takes me.

When I’m not discussing my weekend with our President and CEO, Kristi Long, I am typically working on various research projects, preparing and presenting data analytics, designing various marketing materials, creating blog and social media content, or convincing myself I don’t need another piece of carrot cake from the kitchen. My favorite project was taking part in the marketing campaign for National Read Across America Day. This was my first experience with a large-scale marketing campaign; it required a lot of filming, video editing, graphic design, and social media scheduling that I’ll utilize throughout my professional career. In addition, I had the opportunity to visit Pleviak Elementary School and film the volunteers reading Dr. Seuss books to the children. Experiencing first-hand the impact United Way has on the youth of Lake County was undoubtedly my fondest moment as an intern.

Finally, I’d like to thank the staff of this organization who provided me with this incredible experience. I am forever thankful for the friends and connections I’ve made here. From the moment I stepped foot into the office, I was treated like family. The unmistakably welcoming, tight-knit atmosphere of this building is truly remarkable. Furthermore, I’d like to say a special thank you to the Marketing team: Cynthia, Jen, Jurelle, and Sarah. Their passion for this organization is unparalleled. Every ounce of growth I’ve made over the past 5 months is a direct result of their constant encouragement and willingness to share their vast marketing knowledge.

Looking for an internship?

Look no further. The beauty of interning for this organization is that it provides you with a heightened sense of self-efficacy; you are an equal member of the team and your work here makes a difference. Furthermore, you’ll receive the practical skills and confidence needed to succeed. Visit our internship opportunities page and apply!

16 Jun

Meet the Interns: Karla Medina

by Marketing DepartmentCategories: News

Welcome back to Familiar Faces Friday! This week, we’d like to spotlight another one of our summer interns, Karla Medina. Karla will be interning with our Community Impact Department.

  1. What is your name? My name is Karla Medina.
  2. Where do you go to school? I currently attend Knox College.
  3. What is your major/what year in school are you? I am an incoming senior majoring in Anthropology/Sociology with minors in Spanish and Environmental Studies.
  4. Where are you from? I am from North Chicago, Illinois.
  5. What’s your favorite restaurant/food? My favorite food is homemade Mexican Christmas food such as pozole, tamales, and ponche.
  6. What is something interesting that no one knows about you? Something interesting that no one at United Way knows about me is that I took a road trip to Seattle, Washington a few months ago, for a weekend conference.
  7. If you had to sing one karaoke song for the rest of your life, what would it be? If I had to sing one karaoke song for the rest of my life, it would be “I’m Like a Bird” by Nelly Furtado.
  8. What is the best movie in the world and why do you think so? I don’t think I could pick one movie in the whole world, but one of the best movies that I have watched recently is Lion. I highly recommend it!
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