“I started interning with Oakland Leaf when I was in 6th grade. I hosted afterschool program student showcases, helped kids with their homework, and did spanish translation. I’ve learned so many new skills and I’ve grown so much from working with Roots for the past five years. I am a much better communicator and I am more confident, independent, and organized.” — Lucia, 10th grade Roots intern
Roots Internship Our Roots paid internship program created leadership development opportunities for 20 East Oakland high school students. Roots interns worked as Instructor Aids in our virtual after-school programs where they learned how to create and maintain a creative educational space for young students. Interns led zoom breakout rooms, facilitated check-ins and other activities, provided administrative and tech support, and served as tutors and mentors for program participants.
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