Education
UOG and GWA partner on student internships
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University of Guam September 12, 2024
Jonas D. Macapinlac, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
University of Guam September 12, 2024
Representatives from the University of Guam and Guam Waterworks Authority signed a memorandum of understanding to provide UOG students with expanded internship and job opportunities at GWA. From left to right: Representing GWA: Maryann R. Aguilar, Training & Development Manager; Thomas Cruz, P.E., Assistant General Manager, Operations; Zina Pangelinan-Charfauros, Personnel Services Administrator; Jeanet B. Owens, P.E., Assistant General Manager, Engineering; Christopher M. Budasi, Assistant General Manager, Administration & Support; and representing UOG: Dr. Anita Borja Enriquez, President; Dr. Sharleen Santos-Bamba, Senior Vice President and Provost; Gena Rojas, Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Success; Camarin Flores, Triton Advising Center Project Director; Ron VanDon, Triton Advising Center Career Specialist; and Merrick Orot, Triton Advising Center Career Specialist. (University of Guam)
The University of Guam and the Guam Waterworks Authority (GWA) signed a memorandum of understanding on August 28 which will provide UOG students with expanded internship and job opportunities at GWA. The partnership aims to nurture and develop local talent on the island through practical, hands-on experiences.
“The partnership underscores UOG’s commitment to providing students with meaningful career pathways while supporting the workforce needs of the local community,” said Dr. Anita Borja Enriquez, UOG President.
Through a similar partnership with the Guam Power Authority, nine UOG students were able to secure internships over the summer in key areas such as engineering, finance, human resources, and cybersecurity. These experiences provided students with invaluable skills and knowledge, directly contributing to the development of Guam’s future workforce.
UOG Internship Fair
The Triton Advising Center will host a Career Voyage Internship Fair on September 18th, 2024, at the UOG Calvo Field House from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event will connect employers with UOG students, offering a chance to explore potential internships and career paths.
For more information about the partnership with GWA or details about the upcoming Career Voyage Internship Fair, please contact the Triton Advising Center at emsstac@triton.uog.edu or 671-588-1473/8 and 671-735-2290.