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Internship recap: How I built community and increased this nonprofit’s social media following by more than 30% in a year

USC student Giovanna Barragan used transferrable skills to land a social media internship, where she learn the ins and outs of marketing and increase the brand’s Instagram following by more than 30% and reach by more than 6,600%. Here is her approach and the lessons I learned to help you in your internship.

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Giovanna Barragan December 1, 2025
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Wave-Makers: What’s Your Motivation? Share Your Story!

We’re launching a new storytelling series showcasing the real experiences of students and alumni navigating college, career, and personal growth — and would love for Wave-Maker alums and students to be part of it! This is your chance to share what keeps you going, the struggles you’ve faced, and the wins you’ve accomplished to help current students going through similar experiences.

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Giovanna Barragan March 4, 2025
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From Social Change Major to Marketing and Storytelling Intern

Giovanna Barragan, a first-gen college student at USC, celebrates first-gen student day. “For me, being first-gen is to be an example for the generations after me. It means showing them that they can go for their dreams and break barriers. It’s like a special title that honors my family’s sacrifices while also planting new seeds.”

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Giovanna Barragan December 8, 2024