Speaking for others: How translation interns are serving the Valley

May 28, 2025.Reading time 4 minutes.

Emily Aliva stands in front of her display Internship Showcase display board.

“Just merely knowing the language is not enough…If that was the case, then any person, just by virtue of being bilingual, would be able to perform these jobs.” ~ Dr. Juan Berrios

$5 million Mellon Foundation grant lays foundation for humanities paid internship program

May 22, 2024.Reading time 7 minutes.

Arts and Humanities student holds her diploma at commencement.

“It is the single largest gift to the College of Arts and Humanities in Fresno State history.” ~ Dr. Honora Chapman

Mellon Foundation awards Fresno State $5 million for humanities internships

April 22, 2024.Reading time 4 minutes.

A Fresno State Graduate in a black cap and gown with a red and blue sash is illuminated by lights during graduation.

Fresno State is one of five public colleges and universities receiving funding from the Mellon Foundation to establish paid internship programs for humanities majors.

Communication students learn to apply classroom skills during internship program

November 3, 2020.Reading time 5 minutes.

Laura Trickett (left) and Victoria Cisneros (right) headshots

Laura Trickett is still a student at Fresno State, but she has already started building her career. It began in May when she applied for an internship position at West African Vocational Schools (WAVS) through the Communication Department’s internship program.