As summer winds down and our Urban Youth Interns prepare to return to school, staff and individuals came together to reflect on the incredible impact this program consistently has. Two of our graduates, Jack and Kennedy, shared their stories with the crowd, reminding us just how meaningful this program is for both interns and the individuals they support.
Congratulations to Alijah, Erin, Jack, Charlotte, Chloe, Zumuriatu, and Kennedy! Wishing you all the best in your studies, and remember, our doors are always open. Read more to see additional photos from graduation.
Each summer, a group of motivated students join the Incompass team to explore their interests, gain professional experience, and learn from our dedicated staff. To spotlight the journeys, we asked this year’s interns a few questions about their backgrounds, career goals, and what brought them to Incompass. Meet another inspiring young professional behind this year’s Urban Youth Internship Program, Kennedy Wilson.
What school do you attend and what are you studying?
Boston College, Majoring in psychology with a clinical concentration and a minor in business.
What drew you to intern at Incompass Human Services?
I interned here last summer and what brought me back was the inpact the individuals had on me and vise versa. Watching the individuals conquer a new skill is something unforgettable.
What are your career goals or areas of interest?
Occupational therapy or working at an outpatient clinic.
If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
outgoing, passionate, funny
What are you most looking forward to in this internship?
At Incompass Human Services, we’re proud to foster growth, opportunity, and mentorship through our very own Urban Youth Internship Program. Created to introduce young people to the field of human services, the program offers hands-on experience across a variety of departments, helping interns build valuable skills while making a real impact in the lives of the people we support.
To spotlight the journeys, we asked this year’s interns a few questions about their backgrounds, career goals, and what brought them to Incompass. Meet another inspiring student behind this year’s Urban Youth Internship Program, Erin Conlon.
What school do you attend and what are you studying?
MCPHS accelerated physician assistant program.
What drew you to intern at Incompass Human Services?
I am neighbors with Becca; I wanted to gain experience working with IDD community.
What are your career goals or areas of interest?
No specialty yet, I want to gain a variety of experience to determine a specialty.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
Baking, spend time with family.
If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
Hardworking, kind, loyal
What are you most looking forward to in this internship?
Each summer, a group of motivated students join the Incompass team to explore their interests, gain professional experience, and learn from our dedicated staff. To spotlight the journeys, we asked this year’s interns a few questions about their backgrounds, career goals, and what brought them to Incompass. Meet another inspiring young professional behind this year’s Urban Youth Internship Program, Jack Dandaraw.
What school do you attend and what are you studying?
Endicott College Psychology minor human services and applied behavior analysis
What drew you to intern at Incompass Human Services?
I wanted to explore human services and internship was recommended by previous intern
What are your career goals or areas of interest?
I am working towards a PHD in neuro psychology
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
Outdoors, hiking, reading
If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
Ambitious, passionate, and empathetic
What are you most looking forward to in this internship?
At Incompass Human Services, we’re proud to foster growth, opportunity, and mentorship through our very own Urban Youth Internship Program. Created to introduce young people to the field of human services, the program offers hands-on experience across a variety of departments, helping interns build valuable skills while making a real impact in the lives of the people we support.
To spotlight the journeys, we asked this year’s interns a few questions about their backgrounds, career goals, and what brought them to Incompass. Meet another inspiring student behind this year’s Urban Youth Internship Program, Charlotte Hudson.
What school do you attend and what are you studying?
I am a Cross Country and Track Student Athlete at the University of Richmond. Studying leadership with concentration in public policy, health studies, world religion.
What drew you to intern at Incompass Human Services?
I want to be able to work with individuals and I hope to eventually serve in politics.
What are your career goals or areas of interest?
Masters Degree in Public Policy- politician/hold office at a national or state level in public health.
If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
Driven, intentional, charismatic.
What are you most looking forward to in this internship?
Getting to know the individuals, building connections/a network in MA.
Each summer, a group of motivated students join the Incompass team to explore their interests, gain professional experience, and learn from our dedicated staff. To spotlight the journeys, we asked this year’s interns a few questions about their backgrounds, career goals, and what brought them to Incompass. Meet another inspiring young professional behind this year’s Urban Youth Internship Program, Chloe Lapat.
What school do you attend and what are you studying?
Endicott College, Psychology
What drew you to intern at Incompass Human Services?
I previously worked at Northeast Arc and enjoyed time there and wanted to gain more experience in this field.
What are your career goals or areas of interest?
Interested in PHD in Clinical Psychology, with specific interest in Neuropsychology.
If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
Caring, ambitious, friendly
What are you most looking forward to in this internship?
Making new connections with the individuals, and strategies for problem-solving situations.
