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☀ Summer is almost here and interns will be arriving soon! Check out our latest Blog post focused on making an impact with your interns by showing your corporate values in action. ✍ https://lnkd.in/eYP_se6t #CSR Teambuilding  #internprograms

My internship with Indiana Restaurant & Lodging Association has come to an end. Now, you might be wondering, “Why share this?" Allow me to explain. It's not uncommon for interns to feel marginalized, a sentiment sadly familiar to me. Feeling undervalued, you slowly start to dismiss your ideas and lose motivation to contribute. You feel as if you’re not someone whose ideas matter or someone who can bring forth value. Perhaps it's due to your position, race, or gender. But without speaking out, your insightful perspectives go unnoticed, leading to missed opportunities for advancement and growth, the whole point of the internship. It's a perpetual cycle. In addition, studies show that 45% of female business leaders find it challenging for women to speak up in the workplace or assert themselves. As a woman of color, this statistic is even more disheartening. Recognizing this issue in workplaces, I wanted to share and emphasize the importance of embracing your voice and acknowledging your value! Regardless of your position, ethnicity, or gender, you matter! I am all for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and that is something that I will always fight for. To my fellow interns who resonate with this struggle (or anyone else navigating similar experiences), know this: there's a company out there that values and supports your success. Stay resilient but never stay stagnant! I am always open to listen to those who share these challenges, anyone is always more than welcome to reach out.

Working with Anglin PR this summer has given me some valuable insight in the communications industry. One thing the firm stresses is to never stop learning. Read the article below to hear about what I’ve learned about post-grad growth in the marketing and PR world!

By effectively utilizing summer interns' skills and enthusiasm, you can achieve your campaign goals more effectively:

We were eager to know, what's been the biggest piece of information or skill our interns have learned so far this summer! 🤔 We think their responses were great!! Let us know what you think. #NationalInternDay

As a parent, there are moments that fill your heart with pride and a touch of nostalgia. Today, I experienced one of those moments when I saw my son Jake Childers pop up on my LinkedIn feed, celebrating their internship Blue Trust. Watching them grow, learn, and now step into the professional world is incredibly rewarding. It feels like just yesterday they were taking their first steps, and now they’re making strides in their career. This journey has been filled with countless lessons, both for them and for me. Here are a few reflections: 1.    Embrace Change: Seeing your child transition from the classroom to the workplace is a reminder that change is constant and growth is inevitable. Embrace it with open arms. 2.    Celebrate Small Wins: Every accomplishment, no matter how small, is a step forward. Celebrate these moments to build confidence and momentum. 3.    Mentorship Matters: Encourage them to seek mentors and also be one yourself. Sharing experiences and insights can make a significant difference in their journey. 4.    Stay Curious: The world is evolving rapidly. Encourage them to stay curious and keep learning, adapting to new challenges and opportunities. 5.    Support and Trust: As they embark on their career path, your support and trust in their abilities mean the world to them. Be their biggest cheerleader. To all the parents out there witnessing similar milestones, let’s cherish these moments and continue to guide our children as they make their mark in the world. And to Jake Childers, I couldn’t be prouder of you. Here’s to many more achievements and learning experiences ahead! 🌟 #ProudParent #NextGeneration #InternshipJourney #ProfessionalGrowth #Milestones

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Wishing our interns a happy (belated) National Intern Day! Check out this blog to learn a bit more about the two young people who have been working in our office this summer --- and to see what they've been up to with our team! #nationalinternday #macombcounty

Prudential Financial Prudential 🎉Celebrating our amazing interns at Prudential!🎉 Their energy, creativity, and dedication have brought fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to our firm. One of the highlights of this internship season has been the go-to-songs shared by our interns in their videos. Music has a way of bringing people together, and these songs have certainly added a fun and lively rhythm to their workdays! 🎵 #InternshipExperience #PrudentialInterns #FutureLeaders #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #Innovation #Teamwork #Leadership #InternshipOpportunities #CelebratingAchievements #WorkplaceCulture #LearningAndDevelopment #CareerJourney #NextGenerationLeaders #Empowerment #Success #GrowthMindset #Diversity #Inclusion #InternLife #InternGoals #NationalInternDay

Our summer intern is quickly learning the ins and outs of the business!!