We are ecstatic about our top-notch internship program for budding PR professionals! Providence offers qualified interns an opportunity to learn all things strategy and communications as it relates to public relations. Our firm is unique in its approach to PR and marketing, plus we are a certified woman-owned and operated business. The ladies from our spring internship received a hands-on education in public relations and communications and we enjoyed having them on our team.
Here are some Q&A insights from our excellent interns!
Sabrina Pola, 22
Sabrina graduated from CSUB with a degree in Communications and an emphasis in Public Relations.
- What was your biggest challenge during this internship? And how did you overcome it?
The biggest challenge I faced during my internship was content creation. Sometimes, we are limited on photos or need to make sure they are cohesive with the client’s branding. To overcome this, when I was making a graphic for a client, I made sure to get feedback from my peers and make edits based on suggestions.
- What did you feel was the most rewarding part of this internship experience?
The most rewarding part of this internship are the connections I was able to make with everyone in the office. I’ve never experienced a work environment where everyone is willing to help answer questions, collaborate on tasks, and encourage one another.
- Do you feel you gained any new skills or techniques during your time at Providence Strategic Consulting, Inc.?
I feel I gained a lot from this opportunity! I was able to work with real clients. While working with them, I was able to gain experience managing multiple social media accounts and how to reply to comments as a business.
- How did the internship program and our company help (in your chosen field)?
Providence has helped me take the skills and knowledge I learned in college and apply them to real situations, real clients, and real accounts. I was also able to learn new skills and software that I will be able to apply to a future position.
- What’s next for you in your career path?
As I graduate college, I am looking forward to my future career and what I can do to help clients. I am considering applying to graduate school to earn an MA in Communications Management.
Madison Feola, 24
Madison is a student at CSUB in the Communications Program.
- What did you feel was the most rewarding part of this internship experience?
Watching the Goodwill Instagram page grow through our social media contests. I feel like those were the projects I put a lot of myself into and they turned out well, so I’m happy it paid off.
- Do you feel you gained any new skills or techniques during your time at Providence Strategic Consulting, Inc.?
Before coming here, I wasn’t very familiar with a lot of the software that we use and now I can confidently go forward using them in the future.
- How would you describe the internship program to your peers? Would you recommend our company?
A great experience that taught me a lot about communications! I would 100% recommend Providence because the company is great for everyone, they specialize in just about everything!
- How did the internship program and our company help (in your chosen field)?
It has solidified my love for Public Relations and has given me a better idea of what I want to do in the future for my career.
- What’s next for you in your career path?
I still need to finish my last semester in college, but I hope to squeeze in another internship before doing so, and then after that continue my PR career path.
Interested in learning how to create the best communications strategies and tactics while working with industry professionals? Are you pursuing a degree in public relations, public affairs, or a related field?
If you think Providence Strategic Consulting Inc. could be a good fit for you, read more about our internship program or email us at consult@provconsult.com.
