Where I’m going, what I’ll be doing, how this internship will help, what I’ll take away from this internship

I can’t believe my last week at Rebecca Adele PR & Events is already here. As much as I wish I could stay, I’m leaving for a great reason! A few weeks ago, I was offered a full-time position being an event planner’s assistant at Buckeye Event Center in Dalton, Ohio. I’ll be working as the right-hand woman for the owner, who plans and does set-up for events like trade shows, banquets, and wedding receptions.

This internship is one of the main reasons why I was offered the job. When I explained that we did a lot of PR and social media work, along with helping to set up and run Becki’s art and craft shows, Sandy, the owner, was visibly impressed. She mentioned that my knowledge and experience with social media and PR would be a great asset for her future assistant to have.

I’ll be using the skills I learned from this internship to keep up with the social media sites Buckeye Event Center uses. There’s also a possibility that I’ll be able to start writing press releases for the vendors that participate in the shows. I’ll also be helping out with event set-up and managing the events and any problems that arise. Although I’ll only have worked two of Becki’s shows by the time I leave, I’ve already learned plenty of useful tips and tricks about running a successful event, and I can bring that knowledge to my new job.

What I’ll take away the most from this internship is that it takes a lot of hard work and dedication to be successful. Not only does this apply to my career, but to life in general. Becki’s success in starting her own business proves that if you’re determined and you believe you can do something great, you can make it happen one way or another. I hope to be that successful some day.

I’m going to miss everyone at this internship and I’m bummed that I didn’t get to know everyone better. I’m also going to miss the environment of the internship. I’ve had so much fun in my short time here and I know I won’t forget anything about it!

Written by Molly Carpenter from Rebecca Adele PR & Events

Greek Life to Real Life, Pledging Your Way to Professional Success

I hear the stereotypes all the time; “so, do you like pay for your friends?” “Do you guys party all of the time?” Obviously my answer to both is “absolutely not!”  Shaking off all of the stereotypes and media depictions aside looking back on my years in being in a sorority, I realized I have learned more than I ever could have imagined. More than I ever thought when I pledged 2 years ago.  Yes of course being in a sorority is fun and exciting, but through all of that, us sorority women learn something along the way. Who knew that my sorority would help me with my future endeavors? Here is a quick list of some ways being in a sorority has prepared me for the real world after college:

    Rushing AKA Interviewing 101

You don’t think about it while you are doing it, but going through recruitment for a sorority is basically going on tons of interviews! You need to shine through all of the other women that this girl is going to talk to today, and show what an amazing of a person you are! Keeping eye contact, actively listening to what she has to say, and being able to keep a conversation flowing, are all aspects of interviewing for a job in the future. If you can’t speak to someone without being able to establish some kind of eye contact, an employer won’t think you are as qualified, skilled or trustworthy!

Chapter Meetings- What to Wear to Work
When you get into the real world, you are going to have to put aside that comfy sweatshirt and jeans when you have to go to work (unless you work for someone that’s cool like Becki!). Having to dress up every week for sorority business meetings, extended my wardrobe to include stylish and professional pieces that I can use at internships and a future job. Since most college students rely on jeans, t-shirts and yoga pants to go to class, having a professional wardrobe already in place is a time saver later on! 

Networking Opportunities

When you join a sorority, you are joining an organization that has thousands of members all across the country. I am a part of my sorority’s LinkedIn group, and I get emails every day with postings of different jobs and opportunities. The best part is that  I get to utilize these opportunities to further my career. Plus, if I ever need helping making a connection or learning about job opportunities in a new city, I know that there is a sister out there that can help me! 

I never knew the benefits I would get out of being in a sorority until I joined one! I will always recommend it to someone, not only because I have made amazing friends, but also I've learned it can help you on your path to becoming a successful career woman!

Written by Lauren Cafarell from Rebecca Adele PR & Events