Inside the Internship: Stories from IALR’s Summer Interns

What is it like to be an intern at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research? In this episode of Inside IALR, hear from five of the 18 interns who spent their summer working across IALR’s divisions—from applied research and economic development to manufacturing advancement and GO TEC.You’ll hear from:Grayson Snead, an ag tech intern researching bacterial endophytes in broccoli microgreensDilara Sultanova, a data-savvy Empower intern building automation tools and career resourcesDaniel Olasoko and Moiz Fakhri, who worked with machine learning models to support student success in the ATDM programDakotah Younger, who helped train teachers and guide students through hands-on technology with the GO TEC teamThey reflect on what they learned, the real-world impact they made, and how the experience is shaping their future careers.  The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research serves as a regional catalyst for economic transformation in Southern Virginia. Our services, programs and offerings are diverse, impactful and far reaching. Get updates from IALR on other channels: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Instagram Email NewsletterNews Stories