Natalie France’s Post

One of our interns last year asked me a good question: what bad habit did you overcome that helped you most professionally? Frankly, it was hard to choose! Learning from mistakes has become somewhat of a specialty. But the first bad habit that came to mind was this: Worrying. Usually starting around 2am. I do that much less now. In fact, hardly ever. Thankfully, someone a while back enlightened me to the phrase “worrying makes you suffer twice” – and that clicked. Work hard, sure. Do your best, of course. Seek help when needed, absolutely! But if you’ve done all that, worrying isn’t going to get you extra credit. Especially in the middle of the night. There’s more than enough to puzzle out during daylight hours, so give yourself some grace and save 2am for sleep. As we welcome this year's summer interns, I want to be prepared with some other good answers. What bad habit have you dropped over the years? Leave me a comment 👇

Hey 👋🏾 Bestie! Internship tip for small business owners: Partner with your local school districts to find amazing interns for your business. Shoutout to Garden Grove Unified School District and Vital Link for hosting the Summer Internship Culmination Breakfast! #InternshipTips #SmallBusinessAdvice

My colleagues Mallory Nichols and Caroline Baenen captured the incredible stories of our former interns and how they have grown their careers with West Monroe! If you are interested in learning more, check out this article! #internship #consultinginternship

Meet Lillie Davidson '25, who’s spending her summer as a news intern at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram! Read more about Lillie’s internship journey below!👇 1. What's a typical day like for you as a news intern? I get to the office around 8:45 in the morning, and we have a newsroom meeting first thing to get us all in the right headspace for the day. We give each other shoutouts for good work we’ve seen from the last day. Then, I get started on assignments! Sometimes this looks like going to press conferences or different places around the metroplex, sometimes it’s emails and phone calls, but it’s never ever boring! Usually, on my lunch break, I like to play the New York Times’ crossword. I can finish a Monday puzzle in five minutes! 2. What do you enjoy most about your internship at the Star-Telegram? I love getting to work with so many kind and inspiring people who are so willing to teach me everything they know and answer all my questions. I also love getting to see things and go places that most people don’t get to. Last week I got a sneak peek at the MLB All-Star Village before it opened to the public! Plus, I enjoy seeing my name in the newspaper! 3. Do you have any advice for other students considering an internship in this field? Be brave! Ask big questions and look for stories in places you wouldn’t think to find them. Go everywhere with the intention to listen and watch, and remember that most people just want an opportunity to be heard. Most importantly, have fun. This field is special and can bring you a lot of joy if you let it. #LeadOnTCU

Title: Lessons Learned: My Internship at KNC Media and Entertainment Reflecting on my time as a marketing and social media intern at KNC Media and Entertainment fills me with gratitude for the lessons and growth it brought. This opportunity, made possible by my college placement cell, shaped not just my professional skills but also my personal development. Adaptability stood out as a crucial lesson in the fast-paced marketing world. Embracing change and staying agile helped me anticipate and seize emerging opportunities, keeping me on my toes. Collaboration was another key takeaway. Working with diverse colleagues showcased the power of teamwork. Open communication and mutual respect led to impactful campaigns and initiatives. My internship provided hands-on experience in digital marketing and social media management. From crafting content to analyzing metrics, I gained practical insights for future endeavors. Seeing our efforts translate into tangible results was immensely rewarding. Driving engagement, increasing brand visibility, and generating leads validated our strategies. I'm grateful to my college placement cell for connecting me with this enriching opportunity. Their support helped me secure an internship aligned with my interests, fostering growth. To fellow interns, embrace every opportunity with an open mind and eagerness to learn. Each experience, no matter how small, shapes your future profoundly. In conclusion, my internship at KNC Media and Entertainment was a journey of discovery and learning. It honed my skills, fostered connections, and laid a strong foundation for my career ahead.

Continuing our week of internship advice, we're excited to share some gems from 2021 Inventory Analyst Intern, Alyssa Fontaine! ✨ She emphasizes the importance of how taking the time to get to know your team and other interns can open doors to new opportunities and create lasting friendships. #TeamTarget, share your own tips for networking and building relationships in the comments below! 💬 #TargetInterns #WeAreTarget

Angie and I had the amazing opportunity to write a blog about the most important lessons we learned during our transition from PR in the classroom to the real world! I have been so lucky to work at Brookline this past semester and I can’t wait to continue on with them in the new year! Please click the link below to read our blog and get the inside scoop!

This week we chat on the Top 10 on Being Young, Wild and Working! Join us alongside our new interns, Lilah and Ashley, to chat about the do’s and dont’s for summer internships!  We unpack on topics like: → What to wear to your cool new job  → What constitutes as “oversharing” at work?  → Social event etiquette  → The Scoop on in-office romances → How to do networking right

Introducing Tara Bridges, our Manager of Event Operations! ⚡   Q: Tell us a little bit about what you do at the Chargers.   A: I am one of the liaisons between the Chargers and SoFi Stadium. I also help plan the trip to the NFL Draft every year and I organize Promo Day and Battle of the Goats!   Q: How did you get started?   A: I did a few sports internships in college and then got hired at Fox Sports after graduating!   Q: What is the most rewarding part of your job?   A: Seeing all the hard work come together on game day.   Q: Any advice for those trying to get a job in sports? A: Go above and beyond. Grow your network and be confident! #workinsports #eventoperations

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