Interning with J leaders Exceeded All Expectations

Interning with J leaders Exceeded All Expectations

By Olivia Ferguson, George Washington University Incoming Junior

Working this summer with J Leaders, I have been immersed in a community of passionate and hardworking people, dedicated to fostering leadership growth among Jewish young professionals. Going into my Kohn Summer internship, I wasn’t sure what to expect from my remote position as the first ever J Leaders intern, but I am proud to say it exceeded all expectations. I am truly grateful for Peter’s guidance, knowledge, and mentorship throughout this summer. I have learned so much about marketing, social media, and the Jewish nonprofit sector. 

At the beginning of the summer, I set a number of goals, unsure how many would be completed or even touched. In my final week, I can now confidently say that I achieved all of my goals and more. While working with J Leaders, I gained a better understanding of peer to peer marketing and the importance of knowing your audience, as well as the amount of dedication that fuels a Jewish nonprofit.

I have been inspired by all of the people I have met who are extremely passionate about J Leaders and ensuring Jewish young professionals receive important leadership training while connecting with their community.Looking back at my eight weeks with J Leaders, I am proud of what I have accomplished, from creating social media graphics to editing video testimonials, and I am happy to see the impact of my work. J Leaders created an environment where I was able to be comfortable, ask questions, and most importantly, learn. Thank you to all who worked with me this summer and shared their wisdom.

Are you interested in volunteering with J Leaders? Learn more here.