Meet Keira Zellmer, Grant Halliburton Foundation’s marketing and events intern for summer 2026!
Keira is a Dallas native and a junior at the University of Mississippi, where she studies integrated marketing communications. This summer, she is interning with Grant Halliburton Foundation and is excited to support the Foundation’s mission.
Keira enjoys spending time with family and friends, whether she is back home in Dallas or on campus in Oxford. In her free time, she likes cooking, going to the gym, staying active, and keeping busy with everyday life.
Here are 10 things to know about Keira!
1. What was your first job?
My first job was working at a summer cheerleading camp for young girls ages 3-7. It taught me patience, leadership, and how to keep up with lots of energy! It was definitely an experience to remember and was the perfect first job.
2. What’s your guilty pleasure?
Reality TV and scrolling TikTok for way longer than I planned.
3. What advice would you give to your teenage self?
Don't be afraid to take risks and put yourself out there. Some of the best opportunities come from stepping outside your comfort zone.
4. What’s your favorite movie scene and why?
My favorite movie is “La La Land,” a modern musical about two people in Los Angeles who are chasing their dreams. My favorite scene is the ending where they show an imagined version of what their life together could have looked like. I like it because it’s emotional and bittersweet and it shows that even if things do not work out the way you hope, the experience and the love still matter.
5. What’s one thing people would be surprised to know about you?
I know how to scuba dive! I completed a certification course when I was 10 years old and shortly after received my scuba license.
6. What would you name the autobiography of your life? Or what is your favorite book and why?
My favorite book is “Verity” by Colleen Hoover. I love murder mystery books because they always keep me on my toes!
7. What do you enjoy doing when you’re not at work?
I really enjoy going to the gym, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.
8. What are the top three TV shows you’re watching right now?
“The Summer I Turned Pretty,” “Bridgerton,” and “Grey’s Anatomy.”
9. Where’s your favorite travel destination and why?
I would have to say the British Virgin Islands is my favorite destination. I grew up traveling to different islands during the summer with my family and it became a really special place for us. Plus, going to the beach and getting a tan never hurts!
10. Why is Grant Halliburton Foundation’s mission important to you?
Mental health affects everyone, and I believe it's important to create spaces where people feel supported and comfortable asking for help. I think that Grant Halliburton Foundation’s mission aligns with these goals, and I’m thrilled to be a part of the team this summer.
