Testimonials
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What WE/Internship Sites Are Saying
“ArcelDesign, Inc. is very thankful to be one of the partners of Mt. SAC's Interior Design Internship Program for the past several years. It's a privilege for us to offer talented students invaluable work experience and mentorship with the support of their faculty and career services specialist. Each intern has demonstrated a great degree of professionalism, competency in the workplace, and passion for acquiring new skills. They have leveraged their designs using computer programs learned in the classroom while co-creating their own unique work experiences with us. After the internship, several interns have transitioned into wonderful career opportunities within the field of interior design.”
Arcel Pusalang, CID, IIDA, Principal & Lead Designer, ArcelDesign, Inc.
“Mt. SAC's Work Experience Program only sends top quality candidates! Long duration was perfect for project management and allowed enough time for students to develop strong professional relationships. Open communication and lean administrative requirements made it easy to secure the assignment. We appreciate the partnership and highly recommend Mt. SAC's Work Experience Program students to any reputable organization!”
Ksenia Glenn, MS, RDN, Director of Nutrition Services, Upland Unified School District
“Pomona Hope is a small-size non-profit, so we are always looking for talented and committed individuals to help us run programs for our K-12 students. We have had a great experience with Mt. SAC's Work Experience Program, who provided us with an outstanding Garden Education Intern. She was professional, capable, and above all able to understand our mission and become part of the team. Looking forward to the next intern we are matched with!”
Brianne Imada, Internship Coordinator, Pomona Hope
“Design Tec was very impressed with Mt. SAC's Interior Design Internship Program. The student came well prepared, organized, and eager to learn during their time with us. The skill level was evident and reassuring when having them work on a detail oriented project. We value the internship program since it not only offers a great learning opportunity for the student but extra help and a fresh perspective to our company. Design Tec highly recommends this program for any design firm looking for an intern!”
Stephanie Sanchez, Support Designer, Design Tec
“Working with our intern from Mt. SAC's Work Experience Program has been invaluable. Our intern was able to work with us for two semesters and she was handling certain responsibilities on her own. She knew what was expected of her and she didn’t need any supervision. Her help was so appreciated by our team and she was able to train the next interns as well.”
Estella Rivera, Product Manager, Roxy/Boardriders
“The student interns were well prepared and out-performed their goals. The program is very well organized with clear learning objectives that mutually benefited the interns and the ROP. I am looking forward to continuing the [Mt. SAC] Work Experience Program.”
Leticia Covarrubias, Chief Business Officer, East San Gabriel Valley Regional Occupational Program
"SRK Architects, Inc. has been very impressed with Mt. SAC’s Interior Design Internship Program. For several years now, SRK Architects has reached out to Mt. SAC to participate in the wonderful program. The program never disappoints. The students are well prepared and eager to learn and assist staff members. The students are always professional. The knowledge they bring in terms of the latest technology/software is outstanding. SRK Architects looks forward to the next opportunity to meet and work with talented young professional. They will be an asset to the profession.”
Gabriel Avalos II, CCIDC, Principal/Director of Operations, SRK Architects
What Students Are Saying
“I cannot be more thankful [the] Work Experience Program exists! As today's job market is extremely competitive and any work experience opportunity is very hard to come by, it gave the necessary foot in the door within my major's industry. Not only did I learn and gain skills in a real world setting, but both the program coordinator and the professor gave me very beneficial advice and tips to utilize in my job search and career. I am already seeing the pay off with more calls for interviews.”
Vincent Cardona, Accounting Student, Kids Sports News Network
“How refreshing to take the theories and principles that I have learned throughout my college years and connect them with my work experience. It’s amazing to see it all come together thank you for the opportunity.”
Valair Miller, Human Resource Management Student, APR Consulting, Inc.
“Mt. San Antonio College's Work Experience Program has allowed me to grow as a person and improve my skills as a future designer. I have learned so much in these few months. This experience gave me an opportunity to see how the fashion industry works. I love the program and definitely plan on taking the course once more.”
Mariah Jackson, Fashion Merchandising Student, Tanaechi Bridal and Special Occasions
“Participating in the Work Experience Program was an invaluable experience. I had the privilege of meeting some wonderful people and gained knowledge that I wouldn't have been able to learn through a textbook. I would recommend this to anyone that is looking to get some hands on experience in the field/career that they pursuing.”
Carlos Oro, Nutrition Student, City of Claremont Senior Services
“With the help of Ms. Finley in the Business Division, I was able to be part of internship program at Cal Poly Pomona. I had an exceptional experience working for the Bronco Dreamers Center. It was an honor to work alongside so many highly motivated students and engaging professors. While there I learned many things about the struggles of undocumented students on the campus of Cal Poly Pomona and beyond, I am proud to say that given work experience I was also able to contribute to the success of the center in tangible ways. I will be forever changed by this experience and will likely devote this next chapter of my life to working on issues of social justice and equity in our times.”
Josie Guillen, Business Management Student, Cal Poly Pomona Bronco Dreamers Resource Center
“The internship program at Mt. SAC is what helped me change careers from HR to IT since I knew nothing about computers. I participated in multiple internships where I got the hands-on experience and skills that go beyond what is taught in the classroom. The Career Specialist Dawn Finley and the Professors truly want you to succeed and will support you on your journey.”
Edwin Velasquez, Computer Programming Student, City of Los Angeles Information Technology Agency
“Taking the Mt. SAC Work Experience course was one of the best decisions I could have made! I gained more confidence in my abilities which has helped me not only get a promotion in my current job but has led to my desire to continue my education journey in the nutrition field. I really appreciate Career Advisor Dawn Finley’s constant guidance, even after I completed the course!”
Kristine Valencia, Nutrition and Dietetics Student, Fontana Unified School District and DaVita Dialysis
“The work experience program has given me many opportunities and has even landed me a job. I am so grateful that I was able to be accepted into this program, and to have a job coming out of it is fantastic!”
Josiah Diaz, Computer Networking Student, Mt. SAC Information Technology – Technical Support
