Dyson College of Arts and Sciences

D Y S O N C O L L E G E O F A R T S A N D S C I E N C E S 7 Davis developed her networking skills with a team that involved her in steering commi ee meetings and events. She polished her design skills and communicated key messages through visuals and concise posts, executing the team's vision across several campaigns. Davis was able to directly apply skills learned in the classroom on how to plan and execute a nonviolent campaign to her work at this internship. Hannah Engelmeyer '24 Environmental Science Environmental Educator, Hudson River Park Trust About the internship: Established in 1998, the Hudson River Park Trust is responsible for designing, building, operating, and maintaining a public park and an estuarine sanctuary along the Manha an shoreline. As an education intern, Engelmeyer welcomed field trip programs, schools, and summer camps to the park, leading tours of the wet lab and providing public programming to educate visitors about the Hudson River's wildlife and the Trust's conservation effo s. The free weekly fishing events, where the Park invited the public to fish off the piers, gave her the oppo unity to meet and engage with community stakeholders, leveraging her coursework in environmental science and environmental justice, pa icularly when addressing topics like water health. This internship also gave her valuable experience in strengthening her scientific communication skills, as she frequently had to convey complex information in a clear and accessible manner. act for Students and Nonprofits Having had the oppo unity to work closely with the Field Science Intern Team, Engelmeyer gained knowledge and experience in education and field research and honed skills in curriculum development, problem-solving, and team collaboration. This internship demonstrated the impo ance of public engagement in environmental conservation, reinforcing her passion for this field. Rafael Reyes '27 Applied Psychology and Human Relations Education Intern, GO Project About the internship: The GO Project is a nonprofit organization that suppo s academically struggling, under- resourced elementary and middle school students from the Lower East Side, Chinatown, and Brooklyn. As an education intern, Reyes worked closely with students in grades 5–7, focusing on core subjects like math, language a s, reading, and writing. He also supervised and pa icipated in extracurricular activities with his students such as a and dance and joined students on field trips. A key aspect of his role was assisting in designing the students' Morning Meetings, where they explored and practiced meditation, reflection, and mindfulness. These sessions not only enriched the students' learning experience but also deepened Rafael's understanding of how to create a suppo ive classroom environment. Reyes regularly met with his campus director, receiving feedback that he implemented in the classroom. This guidance, coupled with observing other teaching assistants, helped him steadily improve his classroom management skills and grow as an educator. Reyes's internship provided him with hands-on teaching experience, deepened his understanding of student needs, and enhanced his ability to manage a classroom. He is grateful for the oppo unity to suppo his students' academic and personal growth while refining his skills as an aspiring educator. Center: Hannah Engelmeyer Rafael Reyes

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