You might check with journalism faculty at your institution or one situated nearby to recruit a student intern. Doing so can create conflicts that are better avoided. You will also want to request and check writing samples and references including those from professors familiar with the student's work. Be sure that during the interview you explore how the student views diversity on the campus. If you expect to continue the diversity internship beyond one semester or quarter, you may prefer to hire an intern who would be available longer term.
Productivity usually increases over time.
If you have not worked with an intern before, you should note that past performance does not always predict how well an intern will do. Be prepared for the unexpected, and to be flexible. Training an intern Providing training for diversity interns can be critical to their success. The Campus Diversity Public Information Project provided training to diversity interns from several schools at once. If other colleges or universities in your area also are hiring diversity interns, consider developing a training session together.