We are proud to celebrate four PHFE WIC staff members who graduated from the PHFE WIC Dietetic Internship Program on February 28, 2025. Over the past 12 months, each intern completed over 1000 supervised practice hours, gaining hands-on experience that ranged from collaborating with local schools and hospitals to contributing to community initiatives. They are also the first cohort to all have a master’s degree since it became a requirement for the RDN exam in January 2024.
On top of their rotations, the Class of 2025 PHFE WIC Dietetic Interns:
- volunteered at Los Angeles Regional Food Bank,
- helped during PHFE WIC’s farmers’ market season,
- participated in health fairs,
- and more.
Congratulations to Angel, Diana, Jasmine, and Taylor on completing the program. Your hard work, compassion, and commitment have paid off, and we wish you all the best. We can’t wait to see what incredible things you will accomplish as future Registered Dietitians!
PHFE WIC Dietetic Internship
The PHFE WIC Dietetic Internship Program is granted continued accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). To be eligible to apply for the program, you need to work full-time for PHFE WIC for at least one year as a degreed nutritionist.
Read what the interns had to share about their experience
Angel Alonso
The internship was long, tedious, and tiring. I am very happy to have finished it. The year felt long up until the final months where it felt like time sped up. I applied a lot of my education to my internship rotations and learned a lot about the nutrition care process across multiple fields within dietetics. My favorite part was my experience at CHLA and seeing how dietitians work with parents for the health of their children. I want to be an RD so I can educate those in need on how to best feed themselves.
Diana Gonzalez
While every rotation taught me valuable skills in different areas, my favorite part of the internship was working in school foodservice. Not only did I get to apply my knowledge in a school setting, but it also brought back fond childhood memories. I found it especially enjoyable when I saw the kids punch in their student ID number—it reminded me of when I was in school and how the lunch routine felt so familiar. It also gave me a unique perspective on the behind-the-scenes work of the Registered Dietitian and cafeteria staff. I was able to see firsthand the effort that goes into menu planning, ensuring nutrition standards, and making sure everything runs smoothly for the students. It was a wonderful experience to understand the vital role of school foodservice from both a personal and professional viewpoint.
Jasmine Huynh
My dietetic internship was an incredible experience filled with valuable learning. I’m have been grateful with amazing guidance from my preceptors who challenged and supported me in expanding my clinical, community and food service management skills. Their mentorship helped me enhance my understanding of the different aspects of the nutrition field.
Attending GLADICs was a highlight of the internship which provided a great opportunity to gain insight from experienced professionals and stay up to date with current topics in dietetics. The study sessions with fellow interns and the DI director, Beth, was equally as rewarding, as we created an environment where we can share our knowledge and encourage one another as we prepare for the RD exam.
Taylor Lowe
The most rewarding aspect of this experience was discovering the depth of my own potential as I pushed myself to acquire new skills, manage projects effectively, and collaborate with a diverse group of healthcare professionals. Each day presented an opportunity to challenge myself, whether it was mastering new concepts, working under tight deadlines, or stepping outside my comfort zone to communicate and educate others. This internship was not just about applying what I had learned in the classroom—it was about refining those skills in dynamic, real-world settings where I could make a tangible impact. What truly made this experience stand out was the chance to connect with professionals across various disciplines. Equally important were the strong relationships I developed with my mentors, preceptors, and peers. Their guidance and encouragement provided me with a solid foundation of support.
Congrats PHFE WIC Dietetic Internship Class of 2025!
