ASCENDtials
Internship
and
Fellowship
Programs
Intern with ASCENDtials
Intern Pathways
ASCENDtials offers internships in both remote and in-person formats. Interns gain hands-on experience supporting community markets, youth programs, environmental education, digital media, publishing, and communications.
All interns activate a Teammate Membership to access the ASCENDtials Dashboard.
Remote Interns
Support digital operations, publishing, communications, media, and admin tasks.
In-Person Interns (San Diego)
Support markets, youth programs, learning stations, and print shop operations.
Intern Intake Process
- Submit interest form
- Online interview
- Activate Teammate Membership
- Online onboarding (Mondays)
- Dashboard setup
- First tasks or event assignment
- Weekly check-ins
iNTERNSHIP PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
hOLISTIC EDUCATION
Our program offers a holistic view of education by connecting you with the elements—Earth, Fire, Water, and Air. This connection deepens your understanding of their role in preserving both the environment and humanity.
pRACTICAL eXPERIENCE
Interns will support research in their chosen field, participate in literacy workshops, and engage in activities that promote sustainable practices.
cOMMUNITY IMPACT
Your work as an intern will help bridge gaps in learning, offering a broader perspective on self-awareness and collective responsibility.
New - Vendor integration for our interns & fellows
As an intern and/or fellow, you have the opportunity to participate in our farmers’ markets! Navigate towards the Become a Vendor Internship Integration page to learn more about the process of how you can be actively involved in one of our best forms of community.
Current Interns
Calypso Martellini
Grant Researcher Intern
TBD
Publishing/Editorial Lead Intern
Alex Lee
Graphic Design Intern
TBD
Data & Systems Intern
Tasnuva Rawshan
Business Development Intern
Kaishuai Sun, Kevin Wang, Ashwin Jagarallamudi
Web Programmer Interns
monthly job fairs
ASCENDtials hosts monthly online Job Fairs, providing a wide range of internship and volunteer opportunities across various industries. Whether you’re interested in copywriting, fundraising, event support, grant writing, UX design, or web programming, there’s a place for you here. These virtual job fairs offer the convenience of participating from anywhere, allowing you to explore roles and connect with potential employers from the comfort of your home.
Join the team and become one of our interns
available positions for interns
Event Coordinator and Social Media Lead
Poetry and Writing Club Intern
Book Club Intern
Videographer
Program Manager/Team Lead
Fundraising Coordinator
FAQs for interns
- You are expected to be available Monday through Friday between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. PST.
- You can take your lunch and breaks when you need them.
- Your work will be a combination of online and in-person workshops. If your internship is ten hours per week, then a minimum of 3 hours per month will be in workshops. If you attend in-person workshops, you can attend up 10 hours a month of workshops, and 70 hours of other ongoing programming duties. All hours must be documented weekly through the timekeeping app.
- I need to request time off?
Notify your supervisor as soon as possible, at least a few days prior to the time you would like to take off. Please avoid notifying your supervisor with only one day’s notice. If this is unavoidable, please secure your own replacement substitute and inform your supervisor of the change
- I’m having issues with a coworker?
Contact your lead or the Director
- I don’t know what to do or how to do this type of task?
Contact your lead or the Director
These aren't paid positions. Students are able to receive credit and letters of reference in addition to valuable skills and tools lasting a lifetime.
- Please do not spend time on social media during work hours.
- Please refrain from posting about your internship and our organization on social media without prior approval.
- We do have events outside of the office.
- The workshops and other events in San Diego are sanctioned as part of your hours. You are encouraged to attend online sessions if you are unable to attend in person; these still count as part of your required intern hours.
We allow students to apply based on interest and experience in the role. Each role is different and will specify the requirement. We also require a resume and proof of enrollment.
At least once a week. On your first day, you will be given a recurring meeting time with your team lead and the hiring manager.
- Ask coworkers if they need help on any projects.
- Read the provided learning materials.
- Ask your lead for something to do!
- Talk to your mentor to ensure you’re understanding the project expectations correctly.
- Talk to your lead to reevaluate expectations or talk about your workload.
- Our internship ends in June or after the semester ends (typically six months).
- When your internship is over, you will complete an evaluation process with your lead and the hiring manager assigned to you. Your lead will be able to discuss the next steps with you. Once you have completed your internship, you are encouraged to apply for any open positions.
- Dont worry. Everyone makes mistakes. Interpret any course corrections as constructive criticism. Your lead may inform you of a mistake, but this is a learning opportunity for you and you should not feel as though you are in trouble.
- In extreme circumstances, you may have a meeting with the hiring team to discuss your understanding of organizational policies.
Most interns are expected to work up to 20 hours per week, and according to the course or partner schools stipulations, and be available from 10 am to 2 pm PDT. They can apply directly on our website using the web application. They can schedule a call with us or show up during the job fair hours to meet with our hiring team, all through the website. We require a resume and proof of enrollment.
Internships follow school terms and are three to six months in length, follow a syllabus, have expected outcomes and regular check-ins with mentors, with presentations and learning sessions and deliverables.
FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Our ASCEND fellowship program annually selects up to 12 fellows from U.S. and international institutions to explore ancient Kemet’s decolonization through art. Participants engage in healing sessions, Kemetic Yoga, and climate-centered activities, focusing on environmental and human preservation. The program culminates in an exhibition where fellows share their experiences and the impact of their work.
If you are interested in gaining valuable experience in the African Arts as an ASCENDtials Fellow, then please reach out to us at info@ascendtials.org! The Fellowship program follows the school year and will begin accepting applicants for the 2027 program in early 2026. Stay tuned!
Our Alumni
ASCENDtials considers all former employees and volunteers to be Alumni of the organization. We hope to continue building these relationships with community leaders, supporting them with access to our resources, and connecting them with our members and financial supporters.
Join our organization as a contributor, member, or employee. We offer benefits for future events, our newsletter, gifts, and discounts on gear and products. Thank you for your support!
2026
- Ayden Halvorson
Editorial/Publishing Intern – San Diego - Jocelyn Corona
Editorial/Publishing Support – Monterey Bay
- Kristina Montgomery
Fundraising Intern – Monterey Bay - Nicholas Lennox
Business Development Intern – Albany - Drew Biagan
Business Development Intern – New York - Sheng Huang
Business Development Intern – New York
- Koby Ngoy
Program Support Coordination – Monterey Bay - Riho Maekawa
Program Support Coordination Intern – Monterey Bay - Chad Goodwin
Program Support Coordination – San Diego - Keri Bissette
Community Partnership Coordinator – New Orleans
- Monica Um
Community Outreach Support – Monterey Bay
- Josselyn Hernandez
Copywriter – California
- Yashvi Patel
Web Developer Intern – New York - Ruhan Pandit
Web Developer Intern – New York
N/A
- Ananya Almeida
Data & Systems Intern – New Jersey
2025
- Carlotta Harold
Editorial/Publishing Intern – New Orleans - Jhalla Edrisi
Editorial/Publishing Intern – San Antonio - Margot Schiller
Editorial/Publishing Intern - Kara Worrells
Editorial/Publishing Intern - Indira Serna
Copywriter/Editor Intern
- Stephanie Tran
Fundraising Intern – California - Harsha Sartandel
Business Development Volunteer -- Atlanta - Anais Mardirosian
Business Development Intern - Los Angeles - Dalal Harajli
Business Development Intern – Michigan - Kailar Ahn
Business Development Intern – New Jersey - Ameila Badamjav
Business Development Intern – San Diego
- Matthew Ross
Program Support – California - Tina Hall
Admin/Project Coordinator – California - Mikayla Ewing
Admin/Project Coordinator – California
- Liam O'Herlihy
Social Media Volunteer – Los Angeles - Ruixi Zhang
Social Media Volunteer – Boston
- Linnea Sellers
Grant Assistant - Vera Martinoska
Executive Editor – Worcester - Kennadi Yates
Copywriter Volunteer – California
- Brennan Slate
Web Developer Volunteer – California - Adrian Olivas
Web Developer Volunteer – California - Ranya Ghali
Web Developer Intern – New York - Jamie Ip
UX Designer Volunteer – California - Priscilla Diaz
Web Developer Intern – New York - Sam Numan
Web Developer Volunteer – California - Shane Ritter
Web Developer Volunteer – California
- Gisselle Cortez
Graphic Designer – Arizona - Esra Turhan
Graphic Design Volunteer – Washington - Luna Su
Graphic Design Intern – California - Shaurya Kapoor
Graphic Design Volunteer – California - Stephen Tobin
Graphic Design Volunteer – California
2024
- Hao Luong
Graphic Designer – San Diego - Grace Kim
Graphic Designer – Seattle - Hanyi Wang
Book Club and Graphic Artist – San Diego - Sara Asadiha
Book Club Intern – Iran - Abraham Sanchez
Graphic Designer Intern - Marina Asoskova
Graphic Designer Lead – Israel - Rachel Ramirez
Graphic Designer Intern – California - Adrian Palomino
Graphic Design Intern – California - Amelia Keefer
Copyeditor Intern – Ohio
- Anya Kennelly
Editorial/Publishing Assistant – Santa Barbara - Sonia Munoz
Editorial/Publishing Assistant – Hemet - Mia Hounschell
Editorial/Publishing Assistant – Miami - Hannah Stark
Publishing/Editorial Volunteer – San Diego - Teagan Nathe
Publishing Lead – Seattle - Samantha Bates
Publishing/Editorial Intern - Stephanie Perrone
Editorial/Publishing Agent – Las Vegas - Henry Song
Editorial/Publising Assistant – New Jersey - Karen Edmond
Editor/Copyright Lead – Oregon - Emily Davis
Publishing/Editorial Intern – New York - Elena Filscher
Copyeditor Intern – California - Mikaela Moran
Publishing/Editorial Intern – Union City - Naomi Morrison
Editorial/Publishing Intern Lead – San Diego - Nichakarn Kuphirun
Graphic/UX Designer Intern – San Diego - Thomas Wood
Social Media Volunteer – Monterey Bay - Cindy Lam
Copy Editor – New York - Ye Khaung Htet
Editorial/Publishing Assistant – Prague
- Shileola Ambrose
Climate Cares Volunteer – Shorewood
- Diana Keshavarshi
Fundraising Assistant Intern – San Diego - Hejun Ruan
Fundraising Lead – La Jolla - Cynthia Chu
Business Development Intern – San Diego - Rumaisha Chowdhury
Business Development Intern Lead – Toronto - Alexander Aghighi
Business Development Intern – San Ramon - Preranaa Balasubramanian
Fundraising Intern Lead – Livermore - Chinmay Madhusudhan
Business Development Intern – New Zealand - Anthony Suvorov
Business Development Intern – Monterey Bay
- Reona Bowles
Admin/Project Coordinator – San Diego - Ashley Arner
Program Support – San Diego - Riya Pujara
Volunteer Support Coordinator – Texas - Jacqueline Gamboa
Event Support – Oceanside - Cledden Obeng-Poku Kwanin
Volunteer Support Coordinator – Ghana - Karthik Sivaswamy
Legal Support Volunteer Lead – La Jolla - Fungai Kahari
Volunteer Support Coordinator - Povrotanak Cheatha
Admin/Project Intern – Los Angeles - Maya West
Admin/Project Intern – Bridgeport - Sneha Yadav
Program Manager Volunteer – Union City - Laura Lin
Legal Support Intern – Irvine - Easton Mahepaul
Legal Support Intern – Texas - Poorvi Pujar
Admin/Project Coordinator – San Diego - Sayantani Guha
Volunteer Support Lead – San Diego - Jinghan Zhang
Climate Cares Program Assistant - Amal Ahmed
PR Assistant – San Diego - Jane Eo
Market Assistant – San Diego - Caifen Smith
Event Support Coordinator – San Diego - Lydia Price
Garden Support Volunteer – San Diego - Michael Umhra
Grant Researcher/Writer Intern – San Diego - Doris Santana
Admin/Project Volunteer – Monterey Bay - Tyler Fregoso
Social Media Volunteer – Monterey Bay - Teddy Croasdale
Programs Assistant – Monterey Bay - Allison Evans
Admin/Project Volunteer – Monterey Bay
- Angela Cheng
Social Media Lead Volunteer – Eastvale - Jennifer Chastka
Copywriter Lead – Denton - Wesley Fields
Videographer Volunteer – Spring Valley - Katherine Coster
Copywriter/Editor Volunteer – Ramsey - Jaymes Abeloe
Copy Editor Volunteer – Springville - Daniela Rivera
Social Media Marketing Lead – Milwaukee - Ian McDaniel
PR Assistant – San Diego - Kimberly Linares
Social Media Copywriter – Los Angeles - Lana Oquendo
Copywriter Intern – Riverside - Karina Oquendo
Copywriter Intern – San Diego - Emma Forney
Copywriter Intern – Texas - Casey Herrmann
Copywriter Volunteer – California - Allison Vu
Advertising Copywriter Intern – California - Maritza Tejada
Advertising Copywriter Volunteer – San Diego - Prince Sanchez
Social Media Volunteer – Monterey Bay
- Yen Nguyen
Grant Researcher/Writer – Washington - Melissa Prado
Grant Researcher/Writer – San Diego - Lydia Li
Researcher Intern – Chicago - Elliot Li
Researcher Intern – Washington - Maria Turbi
Grant Assistant Volunteer – Quebec - Sara Saif
Researcher Intern - Sophia Van Ryswyk
Researcher Intern – Hillsborough - Aina Habib
Researcher Intern – San Diego - Syan Maity
Grant Assistant Intern - Reiko Chillakos
Grant Researcher/Writer Inter – California
- Andre Mani
Web Programmer Volunteer – Brazil - Mizuho Hasegawa
UX Designer Volunteer – Michigan - Saeko Shinozaki
UX Designer Volunteer Lead – Vancouver - Tatsiana Khurs
Web Programmer Volunteer – Spokane - Marcus Barton
UX Designer Volunteer – San Diego - Suhird Giri
Web Programmer Intern Lead – Pullman - Ankur Singh
Web Programmer Intern – Madison - Sarah Smith
UX Designer Volunteer – San Diego - Sophia Ramirez
UX Designer Intern – San Diego - Sabrina Duroseau
Web Designer – New Jersey - Shriya Rasale
Web Designer Intern – Georgia - Prajwala Shambulingappa
UX Designer – Indiana - Alexander Seretese
Web Programmer Intern – Seattle - Efrata Gebremichael
Web Programmer Volunteer – Temecula - Evan Carey
Web Design Volunteer – San Diego - Taylor Beimel
Web Design Volunteer – Monterey Bay - Tyler Poyer
Web Programmer Volunteer – Monterey Bay
2023
- Kashvi Gera
Poetry & Writing Club Volunteer – New Jersey - Mishal George
Poetry & Writing Club Volunteer – San Francisco - Nick Saikley
Graphic Artist Intern – Orange
- Jason Taylor
Garden Lead – Eastlake
- Robert Neblett
Program Manager – Houston - Symone Farmer
Project Manager – Seattle - Vrattika Bindal
Project Manager – San Francisco - Andrew Baum
Event Coordinator – New York - Allison Pham
Program Assistant – San Diego - Anya Tsirklin
Volunteer Support Coordinator – San Diego
- Ananya Karan
Researcher/Social Media Intern – India - Anna Heim
Copy Editor – Michigan - Diamond Tanner
Social Media Copywriter – Las Vegas - Aliyah Young
Social Media Marketing Lead – San Diego - Helena Rowland
Copy Editor – Michigan - Austin Hatch
Copy Editor Intern – Tampa - David Raad
Copy Editor Intern – Bronx - Lizzie Harden
Social Media Marketing Lead – Brandon
- Corey Moon
Student Researcher – New Jersey - Joel Chu
Student Researcher – Singapore - Fatima Malik
Researcher – Pakistan - Jackie Shang
Researcher – Stony Brook - Chloe Huang
Researcher Intern – Tacoma - Elise Lyon
Researcher Intern – Chico
2022
- Kayla Perry
Poetry & Writing Club Intern – Raleigh - Aaliyah Phommasy
Graphic Artist Intern – San Diego - Molly Percival
Poetry & Writing Club Volunteer – Santa Barbara
- Grisha Tamazyan
Researcher Bio-Life Science – San Diego
- Rachelle Suissa
Development and Fund Manager – New York - Allison Hjelle
Fundraising Coordinator – San Diego
- Namie Yazaki
Exchange Coordinator – San Diego - Sonam Singhal
Project Coordinator – Arizona
- Lauren Cazell
Social Media Marketing Intern – New York - Zoe Broussard
Communications Marketing Strategist – San Jose - Micah Adams
Videographer – San Diego - Hosanna Balwani
Copywriter – India - Sofia Joseph
Copy Editor – St. Louis - Tyler Tucker
Social Media Marketing Intern – New Jersey
- Fatima Gavrish
Grant Researcher/Writer – Illinois - Brian Gilb
Writer and Researcher – Los Angeles - Wayne Chen
Student Researcher – Atlanta - Kristina Grigoryants
Researcher – Arizona - Tabitha Pennington
Social Worker/Grant Researcher/Writer – Arizona - Wei Yew
Researcher – Berkeley - Alexis Kirkpatrick
Grant Researcher/Writer – North Carolina
- Jada Alexander
Web Developer – Arizona - Meghana Moodagopadi
Web Developer – Rhode Island - Daniel Tang
Web Developer Intern – Cornell - Moamel Hashim
Web Programmer Intern – San Diego - Lance Cruzado
Web Developer Intern – Carson
current fellows
Artist Fellows for 2026-2027
Details coming soon
former fellows
MONET NYREE PANZA
Monet Nyree Panza
Monét Nyree is a multifaceted creator from San Diego, California. She endeavors in graphic design, photography, collaging, performance art, and muse work. She has experience uplifting youth as an art instructor and is excited to continue doing so with the ascendtials team.