Pro X Internship Program

 

Jackson County is excited to be a partner with the Pro X Program, a Real World Learning and Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation initiative that provides summer professional experiences for high school students.

We took a moment to meet the 2023 group of interns joining us here at the County in a multitude of departments, from high schools all around the metro. 

 

Adaryan Williams

 

Adaryan joins us as a Freshman from J.C. Harmon High School and will be working with the County Legislature. He is a self-described outdoorsy-type of person that is always looking for the next thing to take on.

Adaryan joined the program because his mother pushed him to pursue the challenge. “She is my main motivator” said Adaryan, “When she showed me the program, we both thought ‘I can do this.’”

Adaryan wants to eventually play in the NFL and start his own barbershop, but he has an interest in business and finance and hopes what he learns from this experience will help him realize those dreams later on. Welcome, Adaryan!

 

Ebrimah Jallow

 

Ebrimah Jallow will be joining our team in the County Legislature! Ebrimah is a Sophomore at Raytown South High School and a captain on the JV football team. Ebrimah is multi-talented individual that loves to cook, play video games and is dedicated to sports.

Ebrimah is a tinkerer that has a nose for technology. He has built his own personal computer and said he sees how tech is going to change the world. He has an interest in furthering his education in computer science and wants to learn more about how government can help the community. 

“Even though my summer is really busy with two-a-day practices and the internship program,” said Ebrimah, “I know it’s going to pay off.”

Welcome, Ebrimah!

 

Kingston Del Cid

 

Kingston Del Cid, a Junior at Rockhurst High School, will be joining the team at the County Legislature. A state winner in trombone and a KC youth symphony member, Kingston has interests in music, jazz and cinematography. He wants to study at KU and hopefully join one of their medical or PT programs, fulfilling his ultimate goal of pursuing a career that helps people.

Kingston joins us to gain professional experience and learn how to operate in a public service working environment. “It’s really cool to see how lots of people in this building are working to help others. That’s something I want to learn here,” said Kingston. We are excited to have you join us this year Kingston!

 

Brittany Zamora-Mendoza

 

Brittany Zamora-Mendoza, a Junior at Shawnee Mission South High School, will be working closely with the County Legislature this summer. Brittany enjoys practicing violin, playing soccer and learning new languages. In addition to English, she can speak French and Spanish.

Brittany is also an active member of her school’s speech and debate team – she enjoys competing in tournaments and has a specialized focus in Policy.

Brittany heard about the Pro X program through her school’s career and guidance counselor. She wants to go to law school and eventually become a lawyer, so she's here to learn how government works and interacts with the community. “I’m the type of person who likes to figure things out,” said Brittany, “I think this internship is going to give me a lot of chances to that in a work environment!”

Welcome to Jackson County, Brittany!

 

Elijah North

 

Elijah North, a Junior from Lincoln College Preparatory Academy, will be joining the Purchasing department this summer. Elijah likes to stay busy with his days – his schedule is always full of times with friends, sports, walking his dogs, and going to the gym.

A finance-focused individual, Elijah has always liked to follow stocks and economic trends in the market. He eventually wants to attend Kansas State university and study Business Finance.

Elijah heard about Pro X program during a lunch presentation, and thought it could be a great opportunity to hone his knowledge of finance and business. “I want to eventually start my own cybersecurity company,” said Elijah, “I’m hoping this internship can give me some business experience and show me what it takes to run one.”

We are happy to have you here, Elijah!