Externship Opportunities

Pacific Grove, CA - Carmel Pine Cone Newspaper, Features Editor

The Carmel Pine Cone is a hyperlocal weekly newspaper (also available as a free pdf) that has been in business for more than 100 years. It is independently owned and operated and uses no outside news services (Reuters, AP, etc.) for its stories. We employ 14 full- and part-time employees, as well as six to eight freelancers. As the features editor, I edit 32 special sections annually, including some about international events like the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and the Carmel Bach Festival, as well as topical issues like healthcare, pet care, women in business, etc. I also oversee weekly features including personal profiles, artist profiles, and food and wine. I source and write articles, solicit and edit freelancers' work, solicit and take photographs and assist in getting the paper ready for the printer on Wednesdays and Thursdays. An extern will be able to help work on stories and, if the occasion presents itself and they are interested, will be able to report a story under their own byline, with a photo credit if applicable. They will observe the assembly of the weekly paper and take part in proofreading. About one-half of the work is done outside of the office, either in the field or from my home. Developing curiosity and learning to ask good questions is a huge part of successful reporting. I can help with the latter, but the curiosity has to come from the extern. Sensitive/easily triggered people may have difficulty with some subject matter. Depending upon dates of externship, there may be some attendance at local events to report and photograph them.

Host Bio: B.A. Gettysburg College, Political Science; M.A. Psychology, Regent University; 4 years of active duty military (U.S. Army) as a personnel/administration officer. Work experience includes outside sales, database management, marketing, and 20 years in private postsecondary vocational education; four years as a freelance writer, concurrent with education experience; nine years in current job. I have covered a wide range of events and topics, including healthcare, real estate, food and wine and profiles of local people.

Length: 3-5 days

Availability:To be determined with host, but flexible May 13-July 26 (must start by July 22)

Homestay:Yes; LGBTQ-affirming environment.

Chicago, IL - Zapwater Communications, CEO

Zapwater Communications is an award-winning integrated communications agency specializing in lifestyle brands. To our clients, we are partners, innovators, energizers and business-builders. We infuse every project with passion and dexterity. We integrate multidisciplinary services — digital engagement, experiential tactics, influencer and media relations – in combinations that drive bottom-line results. Zapwater is one of the top small PR agencies in the country. An extern will get first-hand experience working at an Award Winning PR Agency.

Host Bio: I am the CEO and Founder of Zapwater Communications, an award-winning public relations agency with offices in Chicago, Los Angeles and Miami. I built Zapwater into one of the premier boutique communications agencies in the United States. Under my leadership, the agency has won more industry awards than any other agency its size.

Length: 4 days

Availability: To be determined with host, but prefer end of July or August

Homestay:No

North Salem, NY - A. Good Landscaping Design, Principal

As an Ecological Landscape Designer I am advocating sustainable landscape designs and practices for all my clients. My greatest challenge is to change the homogenous narrative of what the aspirational landscape should look like. I advise my clients to work with nature and provide habitat and biotic corridors for insects and wildlife. Engage best management practices and designs to ensuring clean watersheds, resilient and biodiverse ecosystems. Students will work directly with me in the field going on site visits, participating in landscape management and installations. They will take plant inventories, site measurements, develop site specific plant lists, research, develop plans of action, identify invasive species, learn horticultural techniques, native plant landscape management, visit nurseries, estimating and budging techniques, and work with not-for-profit organizations.The native plant, ecological landscape design field is a fast growing industry that is helping to address various environmental, social and cultural issues as we face climate change challenges. It is applicable to students in many types of areas of studies including Biology, Art, Business, Sociology, Economics, Chemistry, etc. I would like to be able to introduce students to this exciting field especially as we face the dramatic climate issues currently and in the coming decades.

Host Bio: I am a New York based ecological landscape designer with more than 17 years’ experience focusing on environmentally sustainable and ecologically responsible designs. My designs have been implemented in Westchester, Putnam, Duchess, and Fairfield counties. Most of my projects involve restorative practices incorporating native plant communities, permaculture practices, and water management. I currently work on several projects including a large institutional campus, not-for-profit organizations, and various designs for homeowners incorporating pollinator gardens, woodland edge and riparian edge mitigations, rain gardens, no-mow lawns, and invasive plant management strategies. I am on the North Salem Conservation Advisory Council, a land steward for the North Salem Open Land Foundation, and a Bedford 2030 Rooted Solutions Coach. I received my landscape design certification from the Institute for Ecosystem Studies (IES) in Millbrook, NY, which is now known as the Cary Institute. My NGICP designation was awarded by the Water Environment Federation. The Master Woodland Manager Certification was awarded by the State of Connecticut Forest and Park Association. I have attended conferences, classes, seminars, workshops, and programs led by Larry Weiner, Patrick Cullina, Doug Tallamy, Trevor Smith, and the Ecological Landscape Alliance. I have a BA from Gettysburg College in Sociology and minor in Biology.

Length: 5 days

Availability: To be determined with host; flexible

Homestay:No

Hartford, CT - Travelers, Regional Director of Sales Operations

In this experience, I would envision a student obtaining a complete and thorough understanding of how the insurance business works. It is a much more complex, intricate and dynamic business than people may think and the student(s) will be able to observe this firsthand. They will interact and meet with myself as well as other members of my team to learn about our roles and what we do on a day to day basis. Since we are part of the sales organization, which is just one small piece of the business, they will also have the opportunity to meet with representatives from other parts of the business including, but not limited to, product management, actuarial, analytics, finance, claim, underwriting, service, technology, and human resources. Meeting with individuals from these different groups will not only allow them to meet numerous different people to begin to make connections and build a network, but will also allow them to ask questions, learn about various career paths and begin to put the various pieces of the business together to understand how it works holistically. Lastly, the student will have the opportunity to experience what a career would be like in a corporate setting and get a feel for the culture and environment.

Host Bio: Graduated Gettysburg College with a BA in Mathematics and Minors in Business and Economics. My role as the Regional Director of Sales Operations is to manage the overall operations (agent events, industry events, team meetings, etc.) and finances (budget management) of our sales team as well as provide analytical insights into the financial performance of our agency distribution partners.

Requirements for participation: U.S. Citizenship; Non-disclosure agreement / confidentiality form

Length of Externship: 3 days

Availability: To be determined with mentor, but NOT available for the following: May 27, June 17-21, July 4-5, July 8-12, July 15-17, July 22, or August 7

Homestay:No

Riverside, CT - Carlson & Carlson, Incorporated, President

As an independent insurance agency, we specialize in insuring affluent, high net worth and ultra high net worth families and small business owners with many of the leading insurance companies in the world. We are licensed in over 40 states and have clients with international exposures. We provide property & casualty insurance, marine insurance, professional & management liability insurance, life, health and employee benefits for our clients. The student will meet with someone in each area of the business - personal lines, commercial lines, life, health and employee benefits and management and learn from start to finish how we obtain our clients, how we set up coverage for them and how we manage that relationship over the years.

Host Bio: I was a Business Administration Major at Gettysburg. From there I studied at the College of Insurance in New York City for my Insurance Brokers License at night while working at the Insurance Agency during the day. I received my Property & Casualty License, Life & Health License and General Securities Licenses over the next five years. I worked in account management and sales, then in management, and have been leading the agency since 1995.

Requirements for participation: Non-disclosure agreement / confidentiality form

Length of Externship:4 days

Availability: August 5th - 8th

Homestay:No

Shelton, CT – OEM Controls, President / COO

Manufacturer of Rugged custom joysticks and controls for the off highway market. My role Strategy, Operations and Business Development Management, Project management, Continuous improvement, Lean and Quality Systems. Our core products include one, two and three axis joystick controllers, ergonomically designed multi-grip handles, electronic valve driver boards, microprocessor-based logic controllers and integrated panel systems. The industries we serve include construction and off-highway, marine, airport, logging, mining, material handling, paving, aerial work platform, agriculture, turf care, utility, emergency, waste removal and recycling, railroad, and cranes.

Host Bio: I am focused on knowing my client in order to provide wireless data delivery solutions that best fit their needs, process, and budget. Once the solution is identified, I ensure the product is fully developed to meet both my client's and company's needs.

Length of Externship: 3-5 days, to be determined with mentor

Availability: To be determined with mentor

Homestay:No

New York, NY – DUAL North America

Spend a week shadowing a true pioneer in the M&A Insurance space and learn more about the fascinating world of private equity and how insurance plays a role in large and small transactions ensuring a smooth transition. Part finance and part law and yet still an insurance product, the M&A Insurance space is sure to be an engaging area to learn about.

Host Bio: Previously served as the Sr. VP in Alliant’s Mergers & Acquisitions group as a senior transactional broker. Prior to that, the host worked for Everest Insurance in the Alternative Solutions Group as VP, contributing to the launch and growth of the Representations and Warranties and Tax Liability buisnesses. The host has their Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Major in Photography and Imaging from NYU.

Requirements for participation: Pending

Length of Externship: 3-5 days, to be determined.

Availability: To be determined, host is in the NYC Office every other week.

Additional Information: This opportunity is a connection through the Chief Casualty Officer (Parent ’25) at DUAL North America who will be the main contact and coordinator for the experience.

Homestay:No

New York, NY - Rhodes Associates, Partner

It's hard work. Our company strives for transparency, confidentiality, and long term success. We focus on aligning potential candidates with the appropriate culture/fit to ensure a long term marriage not just to fill a seat. Would follow me during my regular days. Participate in research, interviews, client pitches, search processes. High engagement.

Host Bio: Commercial Real Estate - I started off in brokerage (investment sales) selling all asset classes throughout NYC. Eventually transitioned to the Capital Markets side of business where I focused on business development for owners/developers who needs financing or workouts. I now sit at a Commercial RE Consulting firm focused on the search side of the business. We are hired by the who's who of the commercial real estate industry to identify and hire appropriate talent.

Requirements for participation: U.S. Citizenship required;Non-disclosure agreement / confidentiality form

Length of Externship:3 days

Availability: I work regularly throughout the summer so anytime mid week from June to the first two weeks of August would be a possibility.

Homestay:No

North Salem, NY - A. Good Landscaping Design, Principal

As an Ecological Landscape Designer I am advocating sustainable landscape designs and practices for all my clients. My greatest challenge is to change the homogenous narrative of what the aspirational landscape should look like. I advise my clients to work with nature and provide habitat and biotic corridors for insects and wildlife. Engage best management practices and designs to ensuring clean watersheds, resilient and biodiverse ecosystems. Students will work directly with me in the field going on site visits, participating in landscape management and installations. They will take plant inventories, site measurements, develop site specific plant lists, research, develop plans of action, identify invasive species, learn horticultural techniques, native plant landscape management, visit nurseries, estimating and budging techniques, and work with not-for-profit organizations. The native plant, ecological landscape design field is a fast growing industry that is helping to address various environmental, social and cultural issues as we face climate change challenges. It is applicable to students in many types of areas of studies including Biology, Art, Business, Sociology, Economics, Chemistry, etc. I would like to be able to introduce students to this exciting field especially as we face the dramatic climate issues currently and in the coming decades.

Host Bio: I am a New York based ecological landscape designer with more than 17 years’ experience focusing on environmentally sustainable and ecologically responsible designs. My designs have been implemented in Westchester, Putnam, Duchess, and Fairfield counties. Most of my projects involve restorative practices incorporating native plant communities, permaculture practices, and water management. I currently work on several projects including a large institutional campus, not-for-profit organizations, and various designs for homeowners incorporating pollinator gardens, woodland edge and riparian edge mitigations, rain gardens, no-mow lawns, and invasive plant management strategies. I am on the North Salem Conservation Advisory Council, a land steward for the North Salem Open Land Foundation, and a Bedford 2030 Rooted Solutions Coach. I received my landscape design certification from the Institute for Ecosystem Studies (IES) in Millbrook, NY, which is now known as the Cary Institute. My NGICP designation was awarded by the Water Environment Federation. The Master Woodland Manager Certification was awarded by the State of Connecticut Forest and Park Association. I have attended conferences, classes, seminars, workshops, and programs led by Larry Weiner, Patrick Cullina, Doug Tallamy, Trevor Smith, and the Ecological Landscape Alliance. I have a BA from Gettysburg College in Sociology and minor in Biology.

Length: 5 days

Availability: To be determined with host; flexible

Homestay:No

East Canton, Ohio - Worthington Products Inc, Director of the Clean Rivers Initiative

Our goal is simple. We want to provide the best value for floating debris containment to solve trash and public safety challenges at dams and hydro-power plants around the world. Our floating debris containment systems are installed in more than 63 countries. Our understanding of boom systems is industry-leading along with our reputation and product range. Our tailrace boat barrier floats are protecting the public from dangerous and turbulent flows below dams in spillways and tailrace channels. At low head dams, also known as “Drowning Machines,” our floating signs, land-based dam signs, boat barriers and safety buoys are helping to save lives. Students will have the chance to work alongside our engineering team, observing and contributing to the design process of our latest water control and management solutions. students will see firsthand how products move from a digital blueprint to a physical entity. This includes witnessing the various stages of production, such as machining, assembly, quality control, and testing.

Host Bio: I served as an Army maritime logistics officer graduating from Gettysburg with degrees in political science and war studies (IDS). I traveled internationally for 5 years helping solve operational planning obstacles for contested littoral logistics, especially in the Pacific. I have since been working as the director the Clean Rivers Initiative for Worthington Products in NE Ohio, helping develop projects on trapping river pollution before it can enter the oceans.

Requirements for participation: Non-disclosure agreement / confidentiality form

Length of Externship: 5 days

Availability: Target weeks June (3-7), (10-14), August (5-9)

Homestay: No

Richmond, VA - Hourigan, Owner/CEO

We are a Commercial Construction & Development firm. Please find more information on our website: www.hourigan.group Exposure in the following areas: Management; Estimating; Business Development / Marketing; Virtual Construction and Design; Project Management and Field Operations; Safety and Risk Management; People Strategies / Human Resources, Accounting / Finance; Information Technologies.

Host Bio: I am the founder and CEO of Hourigan, a fully integrated construction and development company, based in Richmond. In my nearly 40 years of experience in the construction industry, I have shepherded some of the Commonwealth’s most innovative and skyline-defining projects including Richmond’s Dominion Tower, Charlottesville’s Apex Plaza, and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s Brock Environmental Center. My commitment to building uniquely remarkable relationships and buildings is a culture instilled from the top-down at Hourigan, fostering service and connection to local communities across Virginia. My lifetime resume of service on numerous nonprofit, industry, and institutional boards including GoVirginia, Virginia Chamber of Commerce, and the Community Foundation of Richmond is earnestly focused on the development of others and the enrichment of the local community.

Length of Externship: 3-5 days

Availability: My availability includes: May 27th- June 28th, July 8th – July 19th, July 29th- August 23rd

Homestay: Yes; Overnight accommodations at a hotel can be provided for out-of-town extern, if needed.

Vienna, VA - New York Life Insurance Company, Financial Advisor

New York Life is a mutual company that prioritizes its clients above everything else. We offer personalized guidance to our clients to help them safeguard their assets while also growing them. I always ensure transparency in client interactions by explaining all options in simple language. Together, we will develop a customized solution that meets their needs and budget. Students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the financial industry and interact with different career paths at New York Life, including agent/financial advisor and management leadership roles. We would customize their experience depending on their interests.

Host Bio: Major: Political Science. Minors: Business and Economics; Involved with the Entrepreneurship Club and APO at Gettysburg. After graduation, I worked remotely as a financial professional with McAdam Financial, an independent firm. In 2022, I joined New York Life as a financial advisor at the Tyson Corner location in Northern Virginia. Currently, at New York Life, I work as a holistic advisor and Trusted Partner focusing on Goal-Based Planning. I recently was awarded the 2023 New Organization Leader for Long-Term Care Leader. I have the following licenses: Life & Health Insurance, Series 65, Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 6, and Series 63.

Requirements for participation: U.S. Citizenship required;Non-disclosure agreement / confidentiality form

Length of Externship: 3 days

Availability: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Target months: May and July

Homestay: No

Washington, D.C. - Case Management Systems Office of the Administrative Office of the US Courts (federal Judiciary), Management Analyst

We are the software development shop of the federal Judiciary. We serve the courts by providing cutting-edge products that they love to use. Externs will spend a 'day in the life' with the management analyst, 'chief of staff', to the Chief of the Case Management Systems Office. They will learn with our current federal judiciary digital services intern on how we manage various projects, including our innovative AI pilot initiative.

Host Bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauldrutzhannahs/

Requirements for participation: U.S. Citizenship required;Non-disclosure agreement / confidentiality form

Length of Externship: 3 days

Availability: Exact dates to be determined with the mentor, but looking at Tuesday through Thursday in a given week.

Homestay: No

Washington, District of Columbia - Case Management Systems Office of the Administrative Office of the US Courts (federal Judiciary), Management Analyst

We are the software development shop of the federal Judiciary. We serve the courts by providing cutting-edge products that they love to use. Externs will spend a 'day in the life' with the management analyst, 'chief of staff', to the Chief of the Case Management Systems Office. They will learn with our current federal judiciary digital services intern on how we manage various projects, including our innovative AI pilot initiative.

Host Bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauldrutzhannahs/

Requirements for participation: U.S. Citizenship required;Non-disclosure agreement / confidentiality form

Length of Externship:3 days

Availability: Exact dates to be determined with the mentor, but looking at Tuesday through Thursday in a given week.

Homestay:No

Moorestown, NJ - Comegno Law Group, P.C., President & Founder

General practice law firm, concentrating practice in Education Law. Externs may observe and interact with our attorneys as they practice their various areas of law.

Host Bio: B.A. in Political Science, Cum Laude graduate of Gettysburg College, and earned my Juris Doctor degree from the Wake Forest University School of Law. I work closely with schools, parents, special-needs students, and medical and other educational professionals to quickly deal with special education issues on a day-to-day basis, I have extensive experience dealing with disability-specific legal issues. I provide counsel regarding the eligibility, evaluation and classification process, and proactively works with school administration regarding special education litigation and issues which arise during the IEP development and implementation process. I also provide counsel regarding the often-nebulous Section 504 eligibility and plan development/implementation process, and works with schools to improve Section 504 procedures.

Length of Externship: 4 days

Availability: To be determined with mentor.

Homestay:No

Jamaica, NY - Queens Supreme Court, Justice of the New York State Supreme Court, 11th Judicial District

Queens Supreme Court is one of the busiest courthouses in the US, handling trial level matters in all areas of the law. As an extern, the students will have the opportunity to observe and work on complex civil matters, participate with trial conferences and preparation, research case law and draft judicial decisions. The core values of my organization are doing ethical work, providing access to justice for all, and ensuring fair legal proceedings for all parties. As a Supreme Court judge, I am often the front line for individuals with legal problems who are seeking assistance in resolving disputes in a fair and neutral courthouse. Therefore, each day I ensure that all parties are heard thoroughly and fairly, that they are given access to resources, such as interpreters, legal assistance, and ADA assistance, so they can present their claims to the court and receive a just verdict. This includes ensuring meaningful opportunities to be heard by the court or the jury, to understand the proceedings, and uphold the legal ethics required of all judges and attorneys. The extern will participate in the operations of a trial chambers, and will learn about areas of civil law, including complex civil litigation, commercial law, residential foreclosures, police abuse actions and matrimonial and family law matters. The extern will observe jury trials and assist the court with legal research and writing. The extern will observe and participate in court conferences with attorneys to resolve legal disputes and settle actions involving the City of New York.

Host Bio:

Length of Externship: 5 days

Availability: To be determined with mentor.

Homestay:No

Norwalk, CT - Triangle Community Center, Young Adult Housing Navigator

My role is a pre-social work position. If a homeless young adult calls 211, they are referred to me. I work with them on long-term housing goals and place them on shelter waitlists. Triangle Community Center is an LGBT center serving Fairfield County. They provide counseling, case work, social events, and a small food pantry for Fairfield's LGBT community. Student will observe client intakes, primarily by telephone, and case management. In June, student may also be able to observe preparations for Pride events. Some of my coworkers may be able to show a student the background work of running a community center/nonprofit.

Host Bio: After graduating I attended law school. I closed mortgages for 1/2 year, and then I worked as a courthouse clerk and court monitor for 2 years. I started my current position as a housing navigator in late 2023.

Requirements for participation: Background check / clearances required, Non-disclosure agreement / confidentiality form

Length of Externship:3 days

Availability: Strong preferences for June because there will be more for a student(s) to do and observe. However, time is flexible.

Homestay:No

Frederick, MD - City of Frederick, Events Coordinator

Celebrate Frederick is the private, non-profit organization working in partnership with the City of Frederick. Its mission is to nurture a strong sense of community through the coordination of special events in The City of Frederick. Its vision is to provide special events that celebrate, engage, and enrich all people. Celebrate Frederick hosts 11 events over 31 calendar days. Most events are free and open to the public. We are supported by an extensive volunteer network of over 400 people. Our largest events have an estimated attendance of 50,000 people. We are seeking an extern to assist with one of our largest events, Frederick's 4th - An Independence Day Celebration (July 4, 2024). This is a day-long event, which sees about 30,000 people in attendance. The event begins at 12:00 PM and features food trucks, three stages of entertainment, three beer/wine/spirits gardens, kids amusements, an opening ceremony featuring the mayor and other dignitaries, and a spectacular fireworks show. The extern will participate in week-of event planning as well as day-of logistics. This is a great opportunity to see what a full event day looks like.

Host Bio: I earned a Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance from Gettysburg College. After graduation, I worked at Bryn Mawr Film Institute, located outside Philadelphia, for a year. In 2015, I moved to Washington, DC to pursue my Master's in Arts Management from American University. I then worked as the Director of Artistic Operations at the Cathedral Choral Society for 3.5 years and as the Director of Education and Operations at the Maryland Symphony Orchestra for 2 years. I became interested in broadening my skill set beyond arts organizations and now work for the City of Frederick as their Events Coordinator.

Requirements for participation: Background check / clearances required

Length of Externship:3 days

Availability: July 2 - 4, 2024. Please note that July 4 is a full event day. The event lasts from 12 - dusk, with staff arriving around 7 AM.

Homestay:No

Charlestown, MA - National Parks of Boston, Lead Park Ranger

The National Parks of Boston is a collection of three National Park Service Sites located in Boston, MA, including Boston African American National Historic Site, Boston National Historical Park, and Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park. The NPB works to share the cultural, natural, and historical significance of the park's resources with our visitors and students. Participants will be given an introduction to each of the National Parks of Boston sites in addition to our Youth and Volunteer Engagement Team. This experience is designed to introduce students to the variety of career paths connected to public history available within the National Park Service and provide an opportunity for them to shadow and engage with NPS employees.

Host Bio: I graduated from Gettysburg in 2016 with a history major and a Spanish minor. As a student I completed two Pohanka internships and after graduation moved to Madrid, Spain, and taught English for a year. I moved back to the US in 2017 and began working as a seasonal employee for Boston African American National Historic Site. Between 2018 and 2019 I interned with Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park, volunteered with the Education, Youth, and Volunteer Engagement team, and worked as a seasonal employee. In 2019 I became a permanent park guide at Boston African American National Historic Site. In 2020 I graduated from Simmons University with a Masters Degree in History and in 2022 I became the lead park ranger at Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park.

Length of Externship: 5 days

Availability: July 8 - 12, July 16 - 20, or August 6 - 10

Homestay:No

Hagerstown, MD - Washington County Public Schools, Content Specialist - Social Studies

We are a public school system that has a student population of 20k students. The curriculum is developed and revised during the summer, and professional learning occurs. The role of the content specialist is to provide these experiences for teachers. Much time is spent preparing for these events and following through once the events are completed. Students interested in a career in public education would benefit from seeing the perspective of a central office employee and may provide a perspective they have yet to see.

Host Bio: I was a classroom teacher for nine years. An assistant principal for 4.5 years. I have been in my current role for five years.

Requirements for participation: Background check / clearances required

Length of Externship: 3 days

Availability: To be determined with mentor.

Homestay:No

Hagerstown, MD - United Way Washington County, Community Education Advocate and Books United Coordinator

United Way of Washington County supports 83 organizations to create a positive impact in our local community. I oversee 2 programs for UW. Books United provides books and promotes literacy to underserved local communities. The second program provides hygiene pantries to the same communities. Our mission is to collaborate and positively touch lives of those in need of financial, educational, and medical stability. The externs will see many facets of our organization as we all wear multiple hats. They will interact with our office manager ( clerical work), community impact director ( learn about grant writing and funding), financial officer ( how to run an operating budget for a nonprofit), and CEO. As my extern, they may do the following: Help sort and deliver books for my program, Help sort and deliver hygiene items, Possibly attend Book readings at a nursing home or daycare, Help with Impact tracking data, Attend outreach meetings or zoom with Community partners.

Host Bio: BA Health and Physical Education 1988 from Gettysburg College. Health and PE teacher, ELL teacher, Hockey and lacrosse coach, Tutor , Currently Community Education Advocate and Books United Coordinator for United Way.

Length of Externship: 4 days

Availability: Exact dates to be determined with mentor, but available May 20th- 23rd, June 3rd- 6th, June 10th-13th, July 8th- 11th, or August 12th-15th

Homestay:No

Williamsburg, VA - Williamsburg Regional Library, Adult Program Coordinator

I am responsible for coordinating and scheduling all programs aimed at an adult audience for the library system, as wall as shared responsibilities with my Adult Services coworkers such as staffing the reference desk and the Makerspace. I am also the coordinator for our volunteer technology instructors. My job combines some event planning skills with traditional library work. The library is committed to contributing to a strong, informed, resilient community by providing access to relevant resources, programs, and public spaces. We are dedicated to supporting creativity and lifelong learning. To that end I make sure we are offering a diverse array of programs designed to cater to all different interests and education levels. For an idea of the sheer number of public programs the library offers in a given month (most of them free of charge), please refer to our online calendar, which can be reached by clicking here: https://www.wrl.org/events/. The library was named Virginia Library of the Year in 2023 by the Virginia Library Association. What the focus of the student's externship will be will vary depending on their area of interest in public librarianship. Since I work in the Adult Services department they will spend the majority of time with me and my immediate team, but if there is interest in children's librarianship, tech services (cataloging), teen services, Outreach (book mobile) or the Makerspace I can potentially arrange for time to be spent shadowing those areas as well.

Host Bio: I majored in History and minored in Creative Writing and Japanese Studies at Gettysburg. I went to the University of Maryland, College Park to get a Master's in Library Science with a concentration in Records Management. I worked for five years as the reference librarian at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation's private library. Budget cuts meant I went into public library work, two years as a reference librarian at Pamunkey Regional Library and now four years as the Adult Program Coordinator for the Williamsburg Regional Library. I would love to help a student who is considering public librarianship as their career choice see if it is the right fit for them!

Length of Externship: 3 days

Availability: I am not available to host June 8-15. The library is closed most federal holidays including Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. The library is open most weekends so there is potential for weekend work depending on how my schedule matches up.

Homestay: No

Maple Shade, NJ – Ageility, Occupational Therapist (now Director of Rehab at The Palace Care Center

My company values inter professional collaboration, aging in place and reformative rehabilitation. It is a person-centered and empathetic company that helps clients optimize their functional status. This is the same approach I bring to my work. A student can get a taste of the therapy and healthcare administrative world - from physical to occupational to speech therapy to nursing, social work, and administrative personnel that work holistically to better aging adults in their care environment. They will interact with nurses, aides, administration, residents, family members to see the inner workings of a healthcare facility and the intricacies of managing a team of professionals. They can assist in identifying resident needs and strategies to improve their quality of life. A great opportunity to see where a psych degree can take you! I had never heard of occupational therapy until my sophomore year of undergraduate and I only wish I had been exposed earlier.

Host Bio: I attended Gettysburg college from 2014 to 2018 and had the greatest four years of my life. I studied psychology with an interest in health sciences. I then attended Thomas Jefferson University doctorate of occupational therapy program from 2018 to 2021. I grew passionate about geriatrics and have worked for 3 years in rehabilitation. I now work as the director of rehabilitation in a subacute and long term care center, further cementing my passion for aging adult wellness.

Length of Externship: 3 days

Availability: Flexible June 3 to July 31

Homestay: No

North Salem, NY - A. Good Landscaping Design, Principal

As an Ecological Landscape Designer I am advocating sustainable landscape designs and practices for all my clients. My greatest challenge is to change the homogenous narrative of what the aspirational landscape should look like. I advise my clients to work with nature and provide habitat and biotic corridors for insects and wildlife. Engage best management practices and designs to ensuring clean watersheds, resilient and biodiverse ecosystems. Students will work directly with me in the field going on site visits, participating in landscape management and installations. They will take plant inventories, site measurements, develop site specific plant lists, research, develop plans of action, identify invasive species, learn horticultural techniques, native plant landscape management, visit nurseries, estimating and budging techniques, and work with not-for-profit organizations. The native plant, ecological landscape design field is a fast growing industry that is helping to address various environmental, social and cultural issues as we face climate change challenges. It is applicable to students in many types of areas of studies including Biology, Art, Business, Sociology, Economics, Chemistry, etc. I would like to be able to introduce students to this exciting field especially as we face the dramatic climate issues currently and in the coming decades.

Host Bio: I am a New York based ecological landscape designer with more than 17 years’ experience focusing on environmentally sustainable and ecologically responsible designs. My designs have been implemented in Westchester, Putnam, Duchess, and Fairfield counties. Most of my projects involve restorative practices incorporating native plant communities, permaculture practices, and water management. I currently work on several projects including a large institutional campus, not-for-profit organizations, and various designs for homeowners incorporating pollinator gardens, woodland edge and riparian edge mitigations, rain gardens, no-mow lawns, and invasive plant management strategies. I am on the North Salem Conservation Advisory Council, a land steward for the North Salem Open Land Foundation, and a Bedford 2030 Rooted Solutions Coach. I received my landscape design certification from the Institute for Ecosystem Studies (IES) in Millbrook, NY, which is now known as the Cary Institute. My NGICP designation was awarded by the Water Environment Federation. The Master Woodland Manager Certification was awarded by the State of Connecticut Forest and Park Association. I have attended conferences, classes, seminars, workshops, and programs led by Larry Weiner, Patrick Cullina, Doug Tallamy, Trevor Smith, and the Ecological Landscape Alliance. I have a BA from Gettysburg College in Sociology and minor in Biology.

Length: 5 days

Availability: To be determined with host; flexible

Homestay: No

Old Brookville, NY - Periodontal Associates of Long Island, Owner/Periodontist

Periodontal Associates of Long Island is a dental specialty private group practice. Our reputation is built on a foundation dedicated to providing the highest standard of dental specialty care in the community. Our practice works in a team approach with many talented dental professionals who serve as the backbone of our referral network. As principle owner it it my commitment to oversee the daily operations of the practice and assure our patients are receiving the utmost quality of treatment in a safe and caring environment. Students can expect to be immersed into the daily operations of the practice. This experience will include observation of the administrative, "front desk" functions to direct patient to doctor interactions. Depending on the daily schedule and patient approval, students may have the opportunity to be present in the operatory during certain dental procedures. Time will be allocated to answer the students questions about the days experience, cliical decisions and potential career choices.

Host Bio: I have practiced dentistry since 1988 and specialized in periodontics since 1991. I received my dental degree with honors and his periodontal degree from New York University College of Dentistry. Upon graduation I was inducted into the elite dental honor society Omicron Kappa Upsilon and received distinctive awards in periodontics and geriatric dentistry. Part of my training included a general practice residency at Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. There, I was exposed to all phases of dentistry, including traumatic injuries of the face and jaw.

Requirements for participation: No cologne or perfumes

Length of Externship: 3 days

Availability: Flexible

Homestay: No

Chambersburg, PA - Barra Orthodontics, Orthodontist

Small town orthodontic specialist, only 30 minutes from campus! An extern would get to observe and learn about the treatment of orthodontic adolescent and adult patients from various phases in the treatment process.

Host Bio: Bachelor of Science at Gettysburg College, majoring in Biology and Religion, and minoring in Chemistry. I earned my Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. While at UPenn, I was asked to be a teaching assistant in the orthodontics lab, fixed and removable prosthodontics lab, operative dentistry lab and community oral health course. During my senior year, I spent time in the orthodontics department at the Mayo Clinic where I was accepted for a clerkship. Upon graduation from dental school, I received the award for excellence in prosthodontics and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon fraternity for academic excellence. Immediately after graduation, I moved to Southern California to complete a two-year residency in orthodontics at Loma Linda University, where I earned my certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree. Today, I practice exclusively in Chambersburg, PA and am a member of the Cumberland Valley Dental Society, of which I was president for 3 terms. I am an active member in the ADA and the American Association of Orthodontists. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my wife and 5 children, coaching youth sports, and being a leader in Scouts.

Length of Externship: 4 days

Availability: Unavailable the week of June 23 and the week of July 21, but otherwise can probably make any other week work during the summer break.

Homestay: No

Chambersburg, PA - Chambersburg Animal Hospital, Veterinarian

I see sick dogs and cats daily for appointments and work directly with the veterinary assistants, technicians and other doctors to create a collaborative approach to treating each animal. We all work together closely in a supportive and positive environment. The student will be shadowing the veterinarian (me) through appointments and listening to conversations with clients, descriptions of disease processes, and looking at diagnostics with me like x-rays, ultrasound and bloodwork depending on each individual case. On surgery days, the student will be shadowing surgeries and learning about anesthesia protocols, anesthetic monitoring, and watching surgical procedures, which mainly involve spays and neuters though depending on the schedule there may be other procedures performed during this time (laceration repairs, other abdominal surgeries, amputations, etc.).

Host Bio: After graduating from Gettysburg College, attended veterinary school at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. Upon graduation in 2020, I went directly into emergency medicine and practiced at a small animal emergency only veterinary hospital for about 3 years. During that time, I also started to do emergency relief work, then moved to Chambersburg Animal Hospital, a small animal general practice where I do urgent care and surgery for the hospital. The hospital is unique in that we offer urgent care daily on top of general wellness appointments.

Length of Externship: 4 days

Availability: Any week between May 13-August 26, other than Memorial Day week (May 27-31). I work Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and the student should expect to shadow on these three days with me. Each day is 8am - 6:30pm with a 1 hour break for lunch

Homestay: No

Virginia Beach, VA - Acredale Animal Hospital, Veterinarian (former clinic owner)

Multi-doctor, small animal veterinary practice with three locations (2 in Virginia Beach and 1 in Chesapeake, VA), offering surgery, dentistry, and ICU care. A great opportunity for a student interested in Veterinary medicine, working with a veterinarian of small animals (dogs and cats).

Host Bio: Dr. Alex DeLorenzo has been a small animal practitioner for the past 26 years, having graduated from Cornell University in 1989 with a degree in animal science and sociology. She received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1997. Her first and only job as a veterinarian has been at Acredale Animal Hospital, where she was the only female veterinarian out of 4 doctors in 1997. She and her husband, Dr. Kenny DeLorenzo, became partner/owners at Acredale in 2001 and began to expand the business. The current practice has 3 locations, 16 doctors and 80 support staff. Dr. Alex now works part-time at two of the locations. Her interests in veterinary medicine include the human-animal bond, behavior, training, and preventative medicine. She enjoys mentoring younger colleagues and veterinary students. Her family includes 3 sons (one currently at Gettysburg College), “Mimi” the greyhound and “Rocky” the goofy mixed breed dog!

Length of Externship: 3-5 days

Availability: Exact dates to be determined with host, but available from June 10- June 28, July 22- August 9, 2024

Homestay: Yes; housing is 20 minutes from clinic site.

Sterling, VA - The Jackson Clinics, Physical Therapist

Mission: To improve human lives, those of our patients, each other, and our greater community Vision: To be a model practice in all respects: clinical care, education, and research Students will observe physical therapy care in a busy and fast-paced outpatient physical therapy clinic. They will interact with myself, my colleagues (PTs and ATCs), and patients. As running program director, I also treat a lot of local runners, so students will get to observe 3D running analysis and use of an Alter-G treadmill

Host Bio: Graduated from Gettysburg College with a BS in Biology. Went to graduate school for a doctorate in physical thearpy - graduated in 2012. Joined the Jackson Clinics in 2012 and completed a 1 year orthopedic residency. Currently specializing in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy. I also serve as Running Program Director

Requirements for participation: Medical compliance (i.e. vaccination requirement, etc.);Some paperwork is required prior to shadowing

Length of Externship: 3-5 days

Availability: Exact dates to be determined with host, but available May 13-16 (M-Th), May 20-23 (M-Th), May 28-30 (Tu-Th), June 3-6, June 10-13, June 17-20, June 24-27, Aug 5-8, Aug 12-15, Aug 19-22, or Aug 26-29

Homestay: No