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Our Mission

To facilitate inclusive, intentional, and transformative internships and fellowships that inspire academic, career, and identity enlightenment on a global level.

To achieve our mission, we:

• Conduct outreach to and maintain relationships with scholarly and community partners to promote opportunities for diverse audiences and increase access and inclusivity
• Provide training, resources, and support for academic appointment coordinators, internship supervisors, and fellowship advisors 
• Welcome and onboard interns and fellows with effective communication, orientations, and supplemental materials  
• Design and deliver impactful enrichment programming, career exploration activities, and alumni engagement opportunities
• Foster relationship building amongst interns, fellows, and Smithsonian staff