The Black Voice News has continued to train and prepare young people to be more equipped to enter the workforce. In 2007, BVN launched a pilot Internship Program, which has attracted over 25 hardworking and dedicated students that were willing to donate their assistance in order to gain more working experience or just to be part of a fun project. It has turned into a mutually beneficial experience for both the BVN and the students.

Cheldy Moran, who worked on Marketing Projects for the Black Voice News, graduated from UCR with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Administrative Studies. Moran says, “Interning at the Black Voice was one of the best experiences I have ever had. I enjoyed coming in because each day there was something new to look forward to. Everyone was able to work together and get things done in a timely manner. The office was always filled with positive energy making it all the more entertaining.”

“As an intern I was given the opportunity to work as Regina's assistant in the Marketing and Advertising department. Through the various projects we worked on I was given the opportunity to have hands on experience and learned what it takes to be a good marketer. I feel I have taken a lot with me through this experience.”

“The Black Voice News is a great place to intern, because of its many aspects. It is a well rounded company that has been around for many years. They are welcoming to interns who want to come in and take part in the many projects they have going on. There is always something to do and there are many opportunities to learn something new.”

Michelle Fernandes, an aspiring journalist, also graduated from UCR with a Bachelor of Arts in English. Jamie Jefferson, a Business Administration major, graduated from UCR, as well. She has worked on Califest and Buckworld One with the Black Voice News. Tashika Le Sure plans to graduate from UCR next year. She has worked with the Black Voice News on several marketing projects, including the Booker T. Washington Brunch and BuckWorld One.

Naomi Bonman, who is currently studying journalism at RCC San Bernardino, has written several articles for the Black Voice News and is currently interning as a reporter. “Everyone at the Black Voice News, like Paulette, Anna, and Regina, helped in directing me with my career. It was like a family experience for me. I appreciate all the work they put in to helping us interns out.”

Avari Hawthorne graduated this week from Rubidoux High School and plans on attending RCC. Regarding her experience at the Black Voice News, Hawthorne says, “It’s going to help me out with business and working in the business industry. I will be able to get a better job because I have more experience. I’m sure it would have been harder without the Black Voice. I would have been lost.”

Other interns who have worked with the Black Voice News include Kristina Neag, Rebecca Darden, Geoffrey Primavera, Halima Wyatt, Pei Chi Lin, Britney Dennies, Nga Duong.

The Black Voice News plans to incorporate more in-depth training and job placement services into the program. To inquire about the Black Voice News internship program, please contact Anna Wenger at (951) 682-6070.