Kendall Petties: Birmingham Promise Intern Brings Fresh Perspective to UAB HR

By Dwayne Coleman | www.uab.edu The Birmingham Promise program continues to make a significant impact by providing local students with valuable work experience and educational pathways. Kendall Petties, a Ramsay High School student, recently joined UAB’s HR Talent Acquisition team, bringing enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to her fall internship opportunity. “Kendall brought a lot of enthusiasm to the group,” said UAB HR Talent Acquisition manager Oscar Hunter. “She is committed and creative, always asking for more ways to make a positive impact.” Even though Petties is still in high school, “she brings us real-world experience,” Hunter explained. “We asked Kendall to help us understand today’s youth, from where they want to go to what they want to do next with higher education and in the workplace.” Petties’ role involved providing insights into how young people look for jobs and what they seek in employment opportunities, Hunter said. “We asked her these questions: How do young people prefer to find jobs? Do they gravitate to searching QR codes or cell phones? Kendall gives us valuable perspectives on how younger people think and what they want in a job opportunity.” Reflecting on her experience, Petties shared, “My biggest win is my experience...