Intern of the Week: Nia Hampton for Media and Communications
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Name: Nia Hampton
Internship, Co-op or Research Site: Station North Arts and Entertainment District
Location of the Organization: Baltimore, Maryland
Title of Your Position: Fundraising Initiative Intern
Major(s)/Minor(s): Media and Communications
Expected Graduation Date: Spring 2014
1. Briefly describe your internship, co-op, research or service-learning position/assignment, including your day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
As an intern at Station North it’s my job to research potential grants. My
daily tasks include working on my grant proposal as well as
administrative duties, such as updating the list serve. I also have to
make people sign up for our mailing list at various events and
festivals.
2. What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization/company and what have you found most challenging?
I’ve enjoyed the events and festivals we’ve planned and co-created. Final
Fridays are really fun and Artscape was cool as usual. I also really
enjoy researching grants; I’m always surprised by how much money is
readily available to help people bring ideas to life. The most
challenging aspect of my internship has been dealing with the different
personalities and perspectives when it comes to decision-making.
3. What have you gained from your experience that you could not have gained from another summer activity?
I’ve seen certain aspects of the art world that people don’t necessarily
know exist. I’ve learned that ultimately everything really is a
business; that although you may have talent, success is really a product
of drive, opportunity and intelligence.
4. How do you see your summer work as meaningful? Has it given you a chance to work on issues or with communities that matter to you?
My summer has been extremely meaningful. I’ve discovered my love of the elderly community on a personal level. And now I’m in the process of writing a grant proposal that would make it possible for the older residents of Station North to take art classes next summer.
5. How has your summer experience shaped the way you think about your power to impact the world? This might involve skills you’ve gained, information you’ve learned, mentors you’ve connected with, or projects you’ve completed.
I’ve learned the power of being from the same community you’re trying to help. I’ve learned that I don’t need to go across the country or half way around the world to make a positive impact in the world. Most of the things I thought I needed to do to accomplish great things I already have. I’m just humbled by being able to see how the community revitalization process really works.
Posted: April 18, 2013, 8:11 PM
