Rising Star Award

Recognizing rising student leaders who exemplify initiative, growth, and leadership potential

The Rising Star Award recognizes an underclass intern who has distinguished themselves through strong engagement, initiative, and meaningful contributions during their internship experience. This award highlights students who demonstrate significant growth and show clear promise as future leaders within their academic, professional, or community pursuits.

By honoring early leadership potential, the Rising Star Award celebrates interns who actively contribute to their teams, take initiative in their work, and demonstrate a commitment to learning and professional development. Recipients of this award stand out for their positive attitude, collaborative mindset, and ability to make a meaningful impact while continuing to build their skills.

Award Considerations

Recipients of the Rising Star Award typically demonstrate:

• Initiative and Reliability: Consistently demonstrates responsibility, initiative, and a positive contribution to their team, project, or program.
• Leadership Potential: Shows clear promise for future leadership roles within academic, professional, or community settings.
• Growth and Engagement: Demonstrates a commitment to learning, improvement, and active participation in the internship experience.
• Positive Impact: Contributes meaningfully to team collaboration and helps foster a supportive and innovative environment.

This award is one way we celebrate the incredible student leaders who help shape the culture, impact, and future of the Center of Excellence for Women & Technology.