NAME Erin Carpenter ’11
HOMETOWN Holmes, N.Y.
AREAS OF STUDY English major in the College Honors Program
WHERE SHE’S INTERNING Starkman & Associates, a public relations firm in New York. “Each day I research our clients and their competitors to ensure that we are aware of everything occurring in the business and finance world. Over the course of the summer, I will have the opportunity to help with press releases, blog writing, and other aspects of public relations.”
INTERNSHIP DURATION June 28- Aug. 27
WHAT SHE’S MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO “Without a doubt, I am most interested in not only learning about public relations, but also being able to practice it first-hand. I was drawn to Starkman & Associates because they did not offer the typical intern experience — I will become a member of their team, rather than an outsider who fetches coffee and makes photocopies.”
WHY SHE’S BLOGGING “When applying to internships, many students feel overwhelmed and unsure of what might be in store. My account of interning at Starkman & Associates will offer insight not only into Holy Cross’ Summer Internship Program, but also the internship process. More importantly, my personal experience with public relations will give students a better understanding of how the field works.”
CAREER GOALS Hopes to pursue a career in public relations.
ABOUT SIP Internships through the College’s Summer Internship Program are developed through the strong network of Holy Cross alumni, parents, and friends throughout the country and are earmarked and designed specifically for Holy Cross students. This year 150 students have internships at 105 sites offered through the program.
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