This summer, 7 Littles participated in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Internship Program! This program places Littles in internships with Kansas City-based minority, women, and LGBTQ-owned businesses. Meet these 7 outstanding Littles below!
ANAWAT
Interning at Exceeds Expectations
What are your career interests?
Architecture and Psychology
What are you hoping to get out of this internship?
A new life-changing experience, to learn about a new field and see what it’s like working in the business world.
What does your Big mean to you?
I am so grateful for my Bigs, not only because they have been there for me through thick nad think, but also because they love me. The mentorship they have provided me for nearly ten years is something I will never forget.
ARIA
Interning at The Laya Center
What are your career interests?
Naturopathic Doctor
What are you hoping to get out of this internship?
I hope to learn more about herbal medicine and what goes into running a business.
What does your Big mean to you?
My Bigs mean the world to me. I am currently 22 years old and I’ve known my Big Sister since I was 7. She has been there for me every step of the way and has supported me through each stage of my life.
BENTLEY
Interning at Stellar Image Studios
What are your career interests?
Music, Photography, Acting, Entertainment
What are you hoping to get out of this internship?
I lot of knowledge.
What does your Big mean to you?
He means a lot to me. I’m so glad to have met Brian. We get along very well.
CASH
Interning at Fresco Marketing
What are your career interests?
Film and Graphic Design.
What are you hoping to get out of this internship?
A learning experience and how to market companies through social media and getting their site more traffic through creative ads.
What does your Big mean to you?
They mean a lot to me. They were big adult figures to me and taught me a lot about outdoor hobbies like camping and fishing. As well as giving me a break from the day-to-day stress of school and life. He offered a time to relax and get to know each other and bond.
DONTEZ
Interning at Parrish and Sons
What are your career interests?
Business and Management
What are you hoping to get out of this internship?
Working in an office experience, organizing, and maintenance skills.
What does your Big mean to you?
A new brother and a role model. A guide through my childhood and a mentor that is assisting me through life to make quality and good decisions that will positivity impact my future.
KIMORI
Interning at Latinx Education Collaborative
What are your career interests?
Political Science, Policy Ambassador
What are you hoping to get out of this internship?
I am hoping to get a fulfilling experience as well as knowledge about how I can impact my community from small engagement to a larger scale.
What does your Big mean to you?
My Bigs mean the world to me, they tell me everything I need to know, even if it’s something I don’t want to hear. For that, I am grateful alone, but they provide..knowledge, new experiences, and companionship. I love them with all my heart and couldn’t imagine what life would be like without them.
AYENDE
Interning at Associated Humanity
What are your career interests?
Micro Biology, Zoology, and Writing
What are you hoping to get out of this internship?
What goes into making and marketing a brand, as well as designing art and different articles of clothing.
What does your Big mean to you?
My Big was a mentor and family friend who meant a lot to me all throughout my high school and middle school career.