Mitchell C.

During my internship at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute (UFHPTI) and at Dr. Rizk’s office, I was able to gain hands-on experience in two different, yet important areas of healthcare. These internships broadened my understanding of medical practices and have helped me solidify my passion for pursuing a career in the medical field. Through […]
Christina S.

I am an aspiring physician with an interest in the specialty field of cardiology. Due to my participation in the AnnieRuth Foundation, I was able to become an award recipient of the program. This allowed me to undergo a summer internship experience. To start off the internship, I shadowed under Dr. Deborah Price, a nephrologist […]
Anirudh P.

Finance has been a core part of my life, with my mom’s business and my dad’s company. I always admired their passion for their fields and found myself nagging at their side, asking if they needed help. After my 10-month long experience at Annie-Ruth, I found myself assigned to TOAMS Financial, where I intended to […]
Timothy L.

My career aspiration is in the field of orthopedics, either in physical/occupational therapy or in a newly found desire to be an orthopedic surgeon. Ever since my middle school biology class, I became fascinated by human anatomy, specifically in the mechanics of the musculoskeletal system. The AnnieRuth Foundation has helped me garner hands-on experience and […]
Thomas L.

During my summer internship, I did the JTA tourn and the Naval SAME camp. The time I spent at these locations was very informative and interesting. I learned a lot of things about the city of Jacksonville and spent a week on a military base constructing and destroying many things. I had lots of fun […]
Teniyah B

In February, I got the opportunity to attend a job shadowing at the Haskell Company, an architecture, engineering, and construction firm located in Jacksonville. I immediately fell in love with the friendly faces and great location of the company. When Ms. Dee Wilcox told me I would be able to intern there, I was ecstatic. […]
Sofia W.

I have been lucky enough to participate in the Annie Ruth summer internship experience. As I am hoping to become a doctor, more specifically an interventional radiologist, I was placed in multiple medical facilities. I have been able to intern at Baptist hospital and Baptist primary care clinic where I have been shadowing Dr. Foy. […]
Simone B.

My name is Simone Bridges and my career aspiration for this internship is to become a realtor. I completed my internship at LaRosa Realty of Jacksonville, FL. My internship lasted for 6 weeks during the summer of 2024. I had an amazing time getting to work side by side with Mrs. Diana and Mr. Dwight. […]
Shravya N.

My name is Shravya Nalla, and I am a rising senior at Stanton College Preparatory High School. This summer, I had the honor of participating in the AnnieRuth Foundation’s Summer Internship Program. This incredible opportunity allowed me to shadow numerous medical professionals and experience firsthand what it’s like to be a doctor. I observed doctors […]
Seth V.

My name is Seth Van Deusen, 2024 Summer Internship Program Reward recipient. I am an aspiring neurologist, or even neurosurgeon, who interned at various medical sites throughout my experience. Preliminary activities included one week filled with small projects to prepare me for going into the medical space and learning more about the community. Internship sites […]