100 Rural Women Interns

About our interns

Meet the 100 Rural Women interns, in other words, the builders of our organization. Each of our interns get the chance to be a part of different parts of our organization including administration, program development and management, data and research, communications, and grant writing. It is because of their work that we have been able to connect with so many inspiring women like you. We invite you to learn more about the young people who have made a difference for our organization and rural women in America.

Alissa Noke

Spring – Summer 2026

Alissa’s home is with her family in Los Gatos, California, but she currently lives in Turlock. She is now in her last year and will graduate in the Spring of 2026 with a degree in Sociology, and a concentration in Social Justice. Outside of learning, Alissa enjoys spending time with her family & friends, dancing, singing, and “cat cuddles” from the Stan State campus cat, Charlie.

Viridiana Barron

Spring – Summer 2026

I am originally from Guanajuato, Mexico. I live in California and am studying at CSU Stanislaus, located in the central valley. I just came back from a study abroad semester in South Korea and am preparing to graduate this Spring with a bachelors in sociology. Outside of school, I enjoy going to concerts, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

Isa Uribe

Spring – Summer 2026

Isa Uribe is a senior at Winona State University graduating in Spring 2026 with a double major in Organizational and Corporate Communication Studies and Spanish. Her passion for language and culture has taken her abroad twice to Granada, Spain, reflecting both her love of travel and her heritage. Outside of the classroom, Isa enjoys staying active at the gym, spending time with her best friends, and making memories with her two standard poodles, Lola and Lorenzo.

Rijula Shrestha

Summer 2026

Rijula Shrestha is an international student at University of Minnesota Morris, studying Psychology and preparing for a career in Alcohol and Drug Counseling. Passionate about empowering others, she is dedicated to helping people improve their well-being and realize their potential. Originally from Nepal, Rijula has been actively involved in community service with her mother Rinku Shrestha through organizations such as Kiwanis International, Lions Aadhaar Club and Blind Rocks. Outside of academics, Rijula enjoys creating social media content for both educational and entertainment purposes, vlogging, podcasting and participating in community activities.She values lifelong learning, meaningful connections and using her skills for progressive impacts.

Nani Mahkuk-Guaman

Summer 2026

Nani Mahkuk-Guaman is a rising senior at University of Minnesota Morris, studying Communication, Media, and Rhetoric and preparing for graduate school. She is an active student leader in several student organizations and strives to make her campus inclusive and enjoyable for all students. Outside of academics, Nani enjoys creating beadwork, traveling, reading manga, and playing online games with her loved ones.