This American observance celebrating the culture and traditions of U.S. residents with Hispanic and Latin American roots was expanded in 1988 to a month long celebration (September 15 - October 15). September 15 was chosen as the starting point for the celebration because it is the anniversary of independence of five Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and 18 respectively.

Meet the 2008 LOFT interns. Pulte Homes is a proud sponsor of the LOFT (Latinos on Fast Track) Internship program sponsored by the Home Builders Institute and the Hispanic Heritage Foundation.

	Bruno A. Olvera Human Resources - Home Office “This internship has been a great life changing experience. I thank Pulte and the LOFT program for such a great experience. Working as a Human Resources Intern, has opened my eyes to how important is to have a great team to work with and that diversity in the workplace is the key to success”.
	Ariel Butching Operations/Construction - PBS Arizona
	Adam De-Nyangos Operations/Construction - PBS Arizona "This internship has been an amazing experience for me. As a young, professionally in-experienced college student I can tell you that providing an internship like this means the world to young people like me."
	Scott R. Hernandez Sales - Southern California
	Rodolfo Martinez Land Development - Dallas, TX
	Marina Gatto Sales - Bay Area  "I thank Pulte Home from the bottom of my heart for this opportunity and continue to enjoy coming to work everyday for such an innovative and exciting company."
	Manuel Mejia Finance - Sacramento, CA “My internship with Pulte Homes has contributed to my professional career development. I have learned and experienced how a company can create an inclusive environment at the office. Based on my experiences here at Pulte Homes, in the future, I now have aspirations to work for a company who values their employees first and foremost.”
	Karina Gonzalez Strategic Marketing - Dallas, TX "Working with Pulte Homes this summer has been a very rewarding experience. Working as a Marketing Analyst Assistant, has given me so much experience and knowledge that will be useful in my future career. This opportunity is something that will forever be appreciated. Thank you for the chance of a lifetime!"
	Joseph R Frye Construction - South Georgia
	Ed Facundo Construction - Washington, D.C. "My internship with Pulte has taught me the organizational and management skills to remain successful in such a tough market. My time with Pulte has given me a tremendous opportunity to peer under the hood of a well oiled machine and get hands on experience in the world of project management."