Meet the 2026 STJ Summer Intern, Azana Danielle Bruce

Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF), under the auspices of its Center for Research on African American Women (The Center), established the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Social Justice Institute.

The STJ Internship is a collaboration with the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) offering an annual summer internship for young African American women to work in the U.S. Congress.

The intensive nine-week summer internship program offers the opportunity for college students from across the nation to learn about the legislative process, leadership and careers in policymaking. Interns work in CBC member offices, attend professional development events, and participate in leadership development projects. The program prepares young people to become informed decision-makers and influential leaders who shape our world.

The 2026 Stephanie Tubbs Jones Congressional Intern is Azana Danielle Bruce, Tennessee State University.  Ms. Bruce is the Social Action Chair for Alpha Chi Chapter, DST and President of the TSU Pan-Hellenic Council. She is also the student representative on the University’s Board of Trustees. Azana is a double major in Political Science and Urban Studies with a double minor in profit non-management and leadership.

DREF welcomes the opportunity to support her experience and share updates on her progress.  Congratulations Azana!

For more information about the STJ Summer Internship visit: https://deltafoundation.net/stj-summer-internship-program/