Our Voices at the Table internship program focuses on introducing community college students to the opportunities in the marketing and advertising industry. Created in partnership with the Los Rios Community College District, we offer paid internships that provide on-the-job experience and career preparation support.

Why V@TT exists:

Representing
the Community

Black, Hispanic, and Asian-Pacific Islander (API) Americans accounted for 11%, 18%, and 23%, respectively, of the total Sacramento County population*.

Diversifying
Ideas and Impact

In US marketing roles, 25% identified as an ethnicity other than white. Of this group, 9% identified as API, 8% as Hispanic/Latino, 6% as African-American/ Black, and 2% as “other.”

Expanding
Leadership

In US leadership positions, only 12% of ANA member Chief Marketing Officers identified as an ethnicity other than white. Of this group, 5% as API, 4% as Hispanic/Latino, and 3% identified as African-American/Black.

What to expect:

on-the-Job EXPERIENCE.

3fold offers a part-time internship for students from BIPOC households and who are currently enrolled in college courses. This program is designed to ensure work experiences are educational and impactful. Under the guidance of our 3fold mentors, you will work on client campaigns and projects as an integral member of the team.

mentorship and Guidance.

Interns will be led by department directors who will act as their mentorship guides, providing them with one-on-one check-ins, advice, and support in the areas of design, web, media, or account management. Additionally, they help identify skill-building opportunities and connect participants with the resources they need to build successful careers.

Placement Assistance.

3fold has built partnerships with clients, vendors, partners, colleagues, and other businesses and organizations throughout the Sacramento region to actively connect Voices at the Table graduates with career opportunities. Our goal is to help ensure our learners enter our industry as successfully and sustainably as possible.

Specifics.

  • Pay is $15 per hour, 15-25 hours per week, flexible based on the student’s schedule.
  • The internships run during Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters.
  • The position is expected to be a combination of both in-person and remote work with specifics to be determined by the assigned role and task expectations.

For more information about the program or how to apply, visit your Los Rios Community College District campus Career Center.

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