The College of Health and Human Development Magazine
Lizzie Soucy, a junior majoring in Nutritional Sciences, needed to find an opportunity quickly during COVID-19 to fulfill requirements for an eventual dietetic internship or graduate school, both possible pathways toward a career as a Registered Dietitian.
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Jake Bugbee, a senior majoring in Kinesiology, had started working at Mount Nittany Health Fit for Play prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, his role changed when the virus hit the State College area, and he had the opportunity to learn new skills and flexibility on the job.
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Jenna Paritee took advantage of a virtual opportunity in Argentina secured through World Endeavors, an organization that works to connect interns with international organizations in a variety of industries. Although the role was remote, Paritee was able to see how the non-profit was helping individuals during COVID-19.
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Prior to the start of COVID-19, Hanna Rose, a senior majoring in Human Development and Family Studies, had set up an internship experience with Intercept Pharmaceuticals in New York City. She was able to keep her internship during the pandemic, and it gave her a new perspective on the healthcare industry.
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Laura Guay was planning to spend her 2020 summer and fall semesters in France working for UNESCO. When international travel became unsafe due to COVID-19, Guay was able to complete her internship remotely and engage in new experiences based on UNESCO’s response to the pandemic.
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