The Sycamore Institute would like to offer a warm welcome to two new interns who are working with our staff this summer. We asked Jaymee and Will to share a little bit about themselves below.
If you or someone you know are interested in an internship with The Sycamore Institute, please visit SycamoreInstituteTN.org/jobs. Applications for Summer 2021 internships are due April 15.
Now, let’s meet Jaymee and Will!
Jaymee
Name: Jaymee Westover
School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Major: Masters in Public Policy and Administration (MPPA)
Hometown: Morris, Illinois
Why did you want to intern at The Sycamore Institute?
I first came across The Sycamore Institute in a class for my graduate degree, and I was immediately impressed with the unbiased way the report presented complex state-level issues. The Institute quickly became one of my go-to data sources. When the opportunity to intern with them opened up, I was very excited; I want to learn to write reports that help people make informed political decisions and use data to benefit the lives of everyday Tennesseans. Interning with The Sycamore Institute is a wonderful opportunity to take my passions and turn them into concrete skills that I can use in the future.
Where do you want to be in 15 years?
I want to be here in Tennessee, helping influence state and local policy in ways that directly benefit peoples’ lives.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself!
I lived in El Salvador for a year and a half!
Will
Name: Will Miller
School: University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Major: Political Science & Economics
Hometown: Jackson, Tennessee
Why did you want to intern at The Sycamore Institute?
After interning for the state legislature, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in public policy. What drew me to The Sycamore Institute was the ability to actively look at data and research current state-level policy issues.
Where do you want to be in 15 years?
Either lobbying or campaign consulting.
Tell us a fun fact about yourself!
I plan to attend law school starting in the fall of 2021, and in my free time, I enjoy playing golf.
