The Regional Animal Protection Society is fortunate to have six “business” interns joining the administration team this summer, funded through the Government of Canada’s Canada Summer Jobs program.
Every year, we are amazed and delighted by the extraordinary young people whose drive, intelligence, commitment, tirelessness and spirit invigorate our work over the summer months.
This year, we have the interns doing about a million different things, especially repping RAPS out in the community, at parades, festivals and on the streets, as well as making sure special projects that we don’t get time to complete throughout the year reach fruition while we have these extra hands on deck.
We are proud to introduce these six outstanding young animal allies!
Noa
School: University of British Columbia
Degree/Area of Study: Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, with a dual degree Master of Management
Why did you want to be an intern at RAPS?
I am passionate about working for a non-profit in my future career, and I have always loved animals. RAPS combines two things that are very important to me: helping animals and making a positive impact in the community. As a pet owner and animal lover, I am excited to contribute to an organization that provides care, protection, and second chances to animals in need while learning more about the non-profit sector.
Hometown: Richmond
Favourite Food: Sushi
Hobbies: Playing ultimate frisbee, hiking, travelling and spending time outdoors.
Pets: Two dogs, Izzy and Levi, and two cats, Zeev and Simba.
Future Plans: Enjoy my degree and travel whenever possible before graduating.
Special Power: Talking with animals—or at least convincing myself that I can!
Nathaniel
School: Queen’s University
Degree/Area of Study: Electrical Engineering
Why did you want to be an intern at RAPS?
I love animals, and the work that RAPS does inspired me.
Hometown: Vancouver
Favourite Food: Gyros
Hobbies: Ultimate frisbee, kiteboarding and painting.
Pets: A guinea pig named Smore.
Future Plans: Go on a big sailing trip.
Special Power: Music trivia.
James
School: University of British Columbia
Degree/Area of Study: Bachelor of Asian Area Studies and Master of Management
Why did you want to be an intern at RAPS?
I have loved animals since I was young, and I have previously donated to RAPS and worked in animal advocacy and animal care.
Hometown: Coquitlam
Favourite Food: It’s hard to choose, but I’d have to say Cantonese or Korean cuisine.
Hobbies: Trying new foods and restaurants.
Pets: A Miniature Schnauzer named Sugar.
Future Plans: While I’m not entirely sure what the future holds, I’d be very happy working with animals.
Special Power: I can cook a wide variety of delicious foods.
Ranya
School: University of British Columbia
Degree/Area of Study: Applied Animal Biology and Commerce
Why did you want to be an intern at RAPS?
I’ve previously worked at animal shelters, hospitals and daycares, which made me passionate about animal welfare. Having also worked in business roles, I wanted to combine my interests, and the business internship at RAPS was the perfect opportunity.
Hometown: Toronto
Favourite Food: Biryani
Hobbies: Cooking, baking, going to the gym and reading.
Pets: A Havanese named Oscar.
Future Plans: Work in a business role within the animal hospital or pet food industry.
Special Power: I can solve jigsaw puzzles really quickly.
ELI
School: University of British Columbia
Degree/Area of Study: Science
Why I wanted to intern at RAPS: I’ve always loved animals, and I was excited by the opportunity to combine that passion with my interest in business while contributing to an organization that makes a real difference.
Hometown: Vancouver, BC
Favourite Food: Mangoes
Hobbies: Playing sports—especially ultimate frisbee, golf and football—and reading.
Pets: Two Australian Shepherds: Toby, a nine-year-old male and Freyja, a three-year-old female.
Future Plans: Graduate from UBC and spend as much valuable time as possible with friends and family while pursuing new opportunities.
Special Power: Poker.
Leah
School: BCIT School of Business + Media
Degree/Area of Study: Marketing Diploma, specializing in Entrepreneurship
Why did you want to be an intern at RAPS?
I completed my BCIT practicum at RAPS last year, combining my love of animals with the opportunity to develop my marketing skills. I really appreciated the authenticity and vision behind RAPS, so I decided to return for another year and intern with an organization I love.
Hometown: Coquitlam
Favourite Food: Sandwiches of all sorts—including burgers and hot dogs!
Hobbies: Cooking, travelling, reading and beadwork.
Pets: Two cats: Lacey, a Snowshoe Siamese, and Louie, a Russian Blue.
Future Plans: Potentially pursue a career in veterinary medicine as a veterinary technician.
Special Power: I can do the limbo pretty well.