"As a recent graduate from UC Berkeley, I applied for an internship with CHBRP through Health Career Connection to obtain the real-life exposure to health policy that I had desired throughout my undergraduate studies. My time at CHBRP granted me the exact exposure that I had been seeking in a professional environment that allowed me to thrive. During my summer at CHBRP, I devoted my time to creating a resource on California’s aged 65 and older population. I also spent my time researching the role of racism in health services research, scheduling stakeholder meetings, and tracking bill progress. I enjoyed every moment of my time at CHBRP and I was able to reaffirm my passion to pursue a career in health policy. The mentorship, support, and constructive criticism I received from staff helped me improve my skills and gain confidence in my capabilities. My internship at CHBRP allowed me to further expand my knowledge of health policy and apply this knowledge in a way that was impactful and rewarding."