New Haven Promise Hosts 13th Annual Internship & Career Fair at Commons
January 21, 2026
On Thursday, January 8, 2026, Yale’s Schwarzman Center(Link is external) buzzed with excitement as New Haven Promise hosted its 13th Annual Internship & Career Fair.
NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Malik Harris, Program Assistant at the School of Management
January 2, 2026
I was born and raised in New Haven, living in the Morris Cove neighborhood all of my life. I am thankful to be a New Haven Promise Scholar.
The New Haven Hiring Initiative and New Haven Works Highlight the Yale Talent Network with Yale Human Resources Talent Acquisition
December 15, 2025
The New Haven Hiring Initiative (NHHI) and New Haven Works kicked off the holiday season with a strong start through their Employment Readiness Series, featuring an informative presentation from Yale University’s Talent Acquisition team.
NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Linda Torres
December 10, 2025
I grew up in the Annex and currently reside in Westville. I am a New Haven Promise Scholar. I went to UCONN and graduated in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in communications.
Community Engagement Highlights from the New Haven Hiring Initiative: Fall Recap
November 25, 2025
Altogether, it was a youthful, engaging, and inspiring fall for the New Haven Hiring Initiative!
NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Maurice Little, Custodian at Pauli Murray College
November 24, 2025
My name is Maurice Little. I am a lifetime resident of New Haven. I grew up in Newhallville, and I’ve been doing custodial work for the last 45 years.
NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Kayla Rose Lugo, Sr. Administrative Assistant at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences
October 30, 2025
I interned at Yale University in the summer of 2023 through New Haven Promise as an HR rotational intern.
An Eventful Summer for the New Haven Hiring Initiative: Summer 2025 Recap
September 26, 2025
The summer buzzed with energy for the New Haven Hiring Initiative (NHHI)!
September 26, 2025
I’m a New Haven resident, originally from Queens, New York, and I moved here in 2018…
New Haven Promise Internships @ Yale – Summer 2025 Recap
August 25, 2025
The 2025 New Haven Promise Internship season concluded on August 8 with a celebratory event at Davies Auditorium. The gathering marked the end of a summer rich with career exploration, impactful projects, and skill development for Promise interns.
NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Mohamed Kane, Transaction Review Sr. Process Assistant at Procurement
August 29, 2025
Only a couple of years before I was born, my parents moved to New Haven from Guinea in West Africa…
NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Michael Li, Sr. Administrative Assistant at the School of Management
July 7, 2025
My name is Michael Li. I currently reside in the downtown New Haven area. I am a big foodie so it’s very convenient to be able to walk around and try…
NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Ashley Alexander
May 29, 2025
Ashley Alexander, Employee Services Support Specialist for the Employee Services Center, Human Resources. Ashley was hired in 2024. We spoke with her to learn about her career journey and advice…
NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Lucas Sutherland
April 28, 2025
My name is Lucas Sutherland. While I was raised in Hartford, CT, I currently reside in New Haven. I enjoy hiking, listening to music, working out, going…
NHHI Manager Spotlight – Erica Penton
March 31, 2025
As a Registered Nurse with over 25 years of experience in healthcare, I joined Yale Medicine as a Senior Clinical Practice Manager…
NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Jezabeth Perez Padilla
February 12, 2025
Hello, my name is Jezabeth Perez Padilla. I grew up and currently live in New Haven. I graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a…
NHHI Hiring Spotlight – Adasia Beard
January 17, 2025
Hi, I’m Adasia Beard, and I’m currently working as an administrative assistant at Yale University School of Management. I was born and mostly raised in…
New Haven Promise Hosts 12th Annual Internship & Career Fair
January 16, 2025
Thursday, January 9, 2025, the Commons at Yale’s Schwarzman Center buzzed with excitement as New Haven Promise hosted its 12th Annual Internship & Career Fair. This signature event provided a…
NHHI Hiring Spotlight–Meilena Sanchez, Retrievals Processing at Sterling Memorial Library
December 18, 2024
Hi folks! My name is Meilena Sanchez (she/her). I’m originally from Middlebury, VT, and I made the move to New Haven in 2022. Before relocating, I…
The New Haven Hiring Initiative: Fall Highlights and Community Impact
November 21, 2024
The New Haven Hiring Initiative (NHHI) had an action-packed fall, strengthening connections across the city and advancing its mission of fostering community engagement and economic empowerment….
NHHI Hiring Spotlight–Gina Benson
November 20, 2024
I have been a proud resident of New Haven for most of my life. My early education at an environmental magnet school (grades K-8) sparked a lifelong…
Join New Haven Hiring Initiative & Yale Affinity Groups for Trunk or Treat across New Haven 2024!
October 23, 2024
Dixwell Q & LEAP Halloween Festival
NHHI Hiring Spotlight–Anne Funcke
October 21, 2024
Anne Funcke, Development Program Coordinator, Major Gifts
My name is Anne Funcke, and I work in the Office of Development at Yale University. I grew up…
NHHI Hiring Spotlight- Madison Grady Senior Administrative Assistant
September 27, 2024
Hello! My name is Madison Grady, and I work at the Schwarzman Center at Yale University. I live in the Westville neighborhood of New Haven. I recently…
New Haven Hiring Initiative Launches Third Employment Readiness Program
September 26, 2024
The New Haven Hiring Initiative kicked off its third installment of the Employment Readiness Program at the Dixwell Q House on September 16th at 6 PM. The event provided an overview of the…
New Haven Promise Internships @ Yale Summer 2024 Recap
August 29, 2024
The 2024 New Haven Promise Internship season wrapped up on August 9th with a celebratory event on Friday, August 2nd, at the School of Management. This celebration marked the conclusion of a…
A Busy Summer for the New Haven Hiring Initiative: Summer 2024 Recap
August 29, 2024
The New Haven Hiring Initiative (NHHI) had a summer full of productivity and impact, demonstrating a strong commitment to engaging and supporting the New Haven community. Through the efforts of…
NHHI Spotlight -Lisbeth Chamba, Accounting & Financial Aide Advisor
August 29, 2024
I’m Lisbeth Chamba, a New Haven Promise Scholar and a proud first-generation college graduate. I was born and raised in New Haven, CT….
Spotlight Candidate: Ebony Lewis, Clinical Receptionist 2, YTSS
July 24, 2024
I was born and raised in New Haven, CT. During my high school years, I lived in Ansonia, CT, but I currently reside in the Beaver Hill…
Event Recap: Unlocking Your Potential – Transitioning from Solo to Leading a Team
July 23, 2024
On Friday, June 28, our Yale community had the opportunity to participate in the virtual event “Unlocking Your Potential: Transitioning from Solo to Leading a Team.”