Let's get to know these fantastic individuals!
SAM SHUGART
How did you first hear about Rebuilding Together Seattle?
I first heard
about Rebuilding Together Seattle through a list of local developmental aid
organizations on Idealist.org. After talking with a friend in the
non-profit sector and doing online research myself I became very interested in
the organization and applied for an internship.
Why
do you support the mission of Rebuilding Together Seattle?
I believe that everyone should try to leave
the world and the society they live in a little bit better off than they found
it. RTS is doing an amazing job helping connect volunteers and donors who
are willing to give their time to help out in their local communities. A home
is one the most critical things a person can have. Having comfort and
security is one of the building blocks of our lives and RTS helps people
accomplish this.
What
are you looking forward to the most, in regard to your internship with our
organization?
RTS is an amazing organization that I am
really looking forward to being part of. I love being part of a team and
having the opportunity to do
something good for others. I want to learn the skills that
help me make a difference in the future no matter where I go while improving
the world around me.
Tell us a bit about yourself. What do
you like to do outside of work?
Currently I am
studying International Relations at Lewis and Clark College in Portland and am
back home on Vashon, Washington for the summer. I love to study global
affairs and constantly read news sites, blogs and books about politics. I
am very interested in community development and international relations and
hope to find a job where I can combine my interests. I also work with the
Council on American Islamic Relations and I am always interested in learning
how people are making a difference in society.
JINHEE HUR
How did you first hear about Rebuilding
Together Seattle?
I first heard
about Rebuilding Together Seattle from Seung Lee, a family friend of mine who
also had an internship at RTS. While I was still in South Korea, she
occasionally talked about her roles at RTS. Soon, I came back to the US, and I
recalled what Seung had told me, so I visited the website and became more
interested in this organization after learning more about what it does for the
community.
Why do you believe in the mission of
Rebuilding Together Seattle?
Since the 2008
economic downturn, I have seen many of my family’s friends’ houses being
foreclosed on and have seen many of these people evicted from their homes. I
cannot say that I fully understand how they feel, but I do understand that they
are going through very hard times. I believe the mission of Rebuilding Together
Seattle can serve as a great support for low-income homeowners who have been
hit by the recession. I believe that making their homes a little bit more
independent, warmer, and safer during this economic situation will definitely
benefit them. Moreover, the mission of RTS is also great in that it provides
opportunities for community members to give something back to their community
by supporting those in need.
What are you looking forward to the most in
your internship at RTS?
This is my first
internship, and I have already learned so many valuable lessons. The spirit the
board and staff members, volunteers and donors bring into this organization has
impacted me tremendously. The enthusiasm and pride I see in these people for what
they do to support the community really impresses me, and I have begun to think
seriously about pursuing a career with NGOs. I am very thankful for the
opportunity I have been given and excited to learn more about how NGOs actually
operate.
Tell us a bit about yourself—what do you
like to do outside of work/RTS?
Recently, I came
back from South Korea after studying there for a year as an exchange student.
It feels really great to be back because I had been yearning for my family,
friends, and, last but not least, the rainy but beautiful Seattle weather. When
school is in session, I am pretty a big nerd. I spend most of my time studying
for lectures but also attend music concerts and visit zoos on the weekends.
When school is out, I usually go camping and travel around the Northwest. I
feel so blessed to be living in a place surrounded by wonderful natural
scenery!
JACLYN RUDD
How did you first hear about
Rebuilding Together Seattle?
I
have always been interested in the nonprofit sector, and after talking with my
brother, who is a friend of Margie Thirlby (RTS Executive Director), I heard about RTS and the
great things that Margie and the staff were doing to improve the homes and
lives of many people in need throughout the Seattle area.
Why do you believe in the mission of Rebuilding Together Seattle?
Why do you believe in the mission of Rebuilding Together Seattle?
The
mission of RTS is focused on helping people have a safe and healthy home, which
I think every person has a right to. Having just met the staff, I can already
tell that they are extremely motivated and passionate about the mission of
RTS. It is easy to be motivated by the goals and mission of RTS because
you know that you are going to have a strong and lasting impact on someone.
What are you looking forward to the most
with your internship at RTS?
I am
looking forward to a lot during this internship! It will be rewarding to see
different parts of RTS, including the various programs, volunteer activities,
outreach, and development. One of my main focuses will be helping to plan and
organize for the annual fundraiser in October, and it will be
exciting to learn about all the work that goes on in putting together an event
like this. Working with the homeowners and seeing the effect that RTS has on
their living conditions will be probably one of the most fulfilling parts of
this internship.
Tell us a bit about yourself - what do you like to do outside of work/RTS?
Outside
of work, I am a really active person. I enjoy playing on various soccer teams,
running through different parts of Seattle, and hiking nearby. I like going to
Sounders games, going out to eat, and watching TV, as well as reading or doing
puzzles when I have free time.
What a wonderful group of interns! Thank you for your support of our mission.
To learn more about the RTS Internship Program and how you can apply, please email mthirlby@rtseattle.org.
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