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It's All About Who You Know

When you have an internship, the pressure is always on you. Now, no one expects you to be perfect, but they want you to be pretty damn close. Getting an internship is a big deal-for it could possibly be a gateway to a future job. It is a way to build your resume, and most importantly- its a way to market yourself. Not only do you gain real world experience, but you also gain real world relationships as well- and thats just as important. Im sure you've heard the phrase "its all about who you know." Well, part of that is true. The people you meet in this world are all vital connections that you might be able to use in the future. Having too many connections is never a problem- so get out there and meet people, you never know who they might be or who they might know.  So far through my internship alone I have met several world renown doctors, a credible photographer, and a former producer and reporter for a local news channel. Aside from my internship, I have also

Following The Crowd

As an intern, you are asked to complete a multitude of tasks. Whether it be attending events, writing articles for clients, reviewing a case study, or looking over and creating posts for social media sites; you're always doing some sort of work. Interning is a great way to learn a little bit about what the real world will expect from you once you graduate college. It also will give you a taste of some things you may be doing in the field of work you choose-so choose wisely. At my internship with the PR firm in Tampa, I am always on the go. From creating a variety of social media posts for our many clients, to editing a magazine article for a medical journal; I always have a variety of jobs, As an intern, it is important that you master the phrase "yes, i'd love to!" because when you're asked to do something, you better be enthusiastic and willing to work hard, or you might establish a bad reputation with your supervisor. Interns are expected to do what t