The endless nights of studying. The meetings that started at 10:00 p.m. Going on 5 hours of sleep. An intramural game tipping off at 1:00 a.m. Nothing can quite prepare you for the fun of college. But one thing’s for sure – if you let it, college can sure prepare you for the “real world.” Those infamous three little words - the real world. My first thought, “DON’T MAKE ME GO!” and my second thought, “can it really be that bad?
Well, the answer is no…and yes. College was certainly a blast and it challenged me in so many ways. I learned to multitask, prioritize and develop skills necessary for the professional world. The social aspect, of course, was a bonus. Graduation from college is just a stepping stone into the world. And that stepping stone led me to Trilix.
There’s no better place than an agency to gain so much experience in such a short amount of time. So if you like variety and a fast-paced work environment, pursue a career in the agency world. The best advice to get there? Keep your activities and internships diverse – this will give you the much needed varied experiences.
Of all the classes, projects and review sessions, I believe my biggest influences were my internships. I recommend getting as many as possible! They only help your professional development, build your skill set and expand your network.
It was actually my connections through my last internship that connected me with the Trilix opening. I checked it out and it turns out that all my experience I gained through my internships and leadership roles was exactly what they were looking for. For the first time in my life I have real responsibility and am able to apply all I’ve learned in college and internships to my work experiences and projects. And besides, everyone has to graduate.
But as for graduation day? I didn’t want to leave college. No way. But they made me… and they had to take me kicking and screaming the whole way.