Real World Connection—Words from EGC's Intern

I walked up the stairs, my heart racing from nervousness and excitement. A million thoughts were running through my head: Will I fit in? Should I have tried on that fifth outfit? Will I learn anything or am I just going to fetch coffee? I took a seat and glanced around at the warm décor, while I awaited the invitation into my interview. This was my first real experience in the working world, so I had no idea what to expect. I was greeted with a friendly handshake and a smile from my interviewer, and she offered me a seat at her desk. After reviewing my resume, we discussed the many happenings at the Agency. Another EGC employee entered the room, introduced herself, and I was told that she would be my "mentor" while I interned. She gave me a tour of the Agency, where I met almost every employee. They all greeted me with a smile and a welcoming statement, while I tried desperately to remember all their names. After my interview, I was told that they would contact me soon. I left the Agency and couldn't wipe the big, goofy smile off my face. Not only was everyone so friendly, but they told me that they would put me to work and I would even have my own cubicle! Filled with excitement and joy, I began counting down the days until I began my internship at The EGC Group.

My first day came up extraordinarily fast, and as soon as I walked into the office I was put to work. The assignments that were given to me on that first Monday mirrored what I have been doing with most of my time here. I became extremely proficient at using Microsoft Excel from the numerous lists I was given. I also helped write a press release for one of the Agency's clients. I found out later that they were going to post the release online, which I was ecstatic about. My duties varied from making follow-up phone calls to modeling sample clothing for one of the companies that the Agency advertises for. No matter what day it was, they always kept me busy. The employees at EGC are some of the most amazing people I have ever met. Everyone is so helpful, and they are always willing to teach me anything if I am interested. Whether it is showing me the newest creative campaign or taking lunch break trips, I always have an amazing time.

The experience of being in an actual Advertising Agency taught me lessons that I would never be able to learn in a classroom. I sincerely believe that hands-on experience is the best kind of learning. Not only did I learn about the doings in each aspect of Advertising, from Account Planning to Creative to Media Buying, but I can now answer the question: What is it like in an Advertising Agency? This experience both confirmed and strengthened my desire for a future career in the Advertising field.