CJ Saraceno Memorial Scholarship +
Bona Fide Productions Internship


The CJ Saraceno Memorial Scholarship and internship provides financial support and invaluable experiences, enabling ambitious and creative Tufts students to pursue work opportunities in Los Angeles, make professional connections in the industry, and learn more about the multi-faceted work involved in producing scripted projects. Each summer, one student is selected from a pool of applicants to intern at Bona Fide Productions, the award-winning company behind Little Miss Sunshine, Nebraska, Somewhere in Queens, and many other films and projects, including the HBO series The Leftovers.
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A key highlight of this internship is the vibrant community it nurtures, uniting past recipients, CJ's LA friends who established the scholarship, and the founders of Bona Fide, Albert Berger and Ron Yerxa. Interning in Los Angeles offers unparalleled networking opportunities, placing you in the heart of a dynamic professional landscape. Surrounded by industry leaders, creatives, and innovators, you'll have the chance to build meaningful connections that can open doors to mentorship, collaborations, and future career opportunities.

This internship was established in memory of CJ Saraceno (Tufts, A11) a passionate creator who challenged the status quo. The scholarship is funded by alumni, friends, and family members who cared about CJ – as well as those who were inspired by him.

Saraceno graduated in 2011 with a major in political science and a minor in communications and media studies. As a young creative force in Los Angeles, he was dedicated to exploring the modern media landscape through new methods of storytelling. He cultivated a blossoming media career evident in the body of work he has left behind – an impactful portfolio of new media accomplishments and ambitious endeavors. This funded internship program challenges students to turn their passions into opportunities, to find their own creative voice and to make a difference in how stories are told. In the spirit of CJ, students who otherwise would not have the financial means to pursue internships in Los Angeles will be given special consideration, as well as those who indicate a desire and capacity to make the most of this opportunity.