Mari Mahoney

Luther Burbank High School | 11th Grade, 1st Year Intern

I’ve learned to value nature and how impactful our connection to the natural world is. Our health as a society, a community, a nation, as a species, like all other creatures and flora we coexist with, is dependent on the health state of our planet. This internship has led to my further understanding of how important it is not just to strive for sustainability but to achieve regeneration. Banding together with my fellow colleagues, and also classmates, I’ve gotten the beautiful opportunity to work and experience regeneration firsthand.

I’ve also learned soft skills like communication, small and large-scale collaboration, developing community, stress management, and conflict management and resolution. With the skills I’ve gained from the internship I feel like I can confidently communicate with others and strive for a better future mentally, physically, and professionally.