My educational goal is to earn a degree in Biology and Spanish from the University of California, Riverside, in hopes of getting a job inside the laboratory department at Kaiser. Based on labs that I have already done at the University, I found that I enjoy working in a similar setting. I would love to have the opportunity to shadow a connoisseur in a similar work environment, as it would be a valuable learning experience.
I come from a low-income family in Oakland, California. The economic barrier that has restricted my family has prevented us from moving out from where we live. My dad is a self-employed worker, which means that his wage is constantly fluctuating. Because he is the only source of income in our family while supporting seven
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Unfortunately, being immigrants from Mexico has its limitations and prevented them from doing as they pleased. This motivated me to do well in high school in order to attend a university and ultimately help my parents out. Simply pursuing a higher education was not just the next step after high school, but more of an opportunity to achieve a better lifestyle for my family and I. College grants me the opportunity to achieve something my parents simply could not do; graduate with a degree or two and to get a decent paying job without having to break my back. I want to be able to give back to my family for all of the things they have sacrificed and done for …show more content…
As I am still exploring what area of the field I want to work in, I believe that this internship will expose me to unique experiences that will help me find my passion. I was previously selected to participate in the High School KP Launch program, which helped me get a fell as to what a full-time job feels like in the real world. I can assure that if I am reselected in the KP Launch program, I will take advantage of everything the program offers including the skills and experiences from people who have worked their way to where they are