Public Relations is a rapidly evolving career, and in the age of technology, it’s easy for PR students to find a career while in school. Whether it’s managing social media accounts, working communications for a campaign, or another PR opportunity, students can find themselves juggling schoolwork and their career, which is a lot to handle and can lead to serious […]
College students hit the job market every season in search of real-world experience. We market our personal brand of dean’s list awards, volunteer time, and clubs. We throw ourselves into the battle of resume survival as we submit each application. Your first win of getting offered an internship feels like a victory. That is, it feels like a victory until […]
The first month back to campus is the most exciting part of the entire year for many, but it’s also the perfect time to get a head start on career preparation. By harnessing the motivation developed after a long break and utilizing the following methods, students can prepare for opportunities to improve skills and gain connections that may prove valuable […]
It’s interview time, and your nerves are heightened. You want to make the best possible impression on the hiring managers. After finally getting through all of their questions, it’s almost time to breathe a sigh of relief when they ask if you have any questions for them. This may seem like a signifier of the end of the interview, but […]
The term “dress for the job you want” is a popular phrase used when referring to job interviews. However, when interviewing for a remote position, it is not the best idea to show up in your lounge clothes. While perks of remote work include the ability to wear less formal clothes, you want to make sure you make a good […]
Everyone always says internships are “good experience,” but what does that even mean? Today — July 28, 2022 — is National Intern Day, so naturally, I wanted to share a blog post about internships. With this being what seems like Progression’s most published topic, I looked back on our previous articles to see what could possibly be left to say […]
Public Relations is one of the most complicated, diverse, and impactful fields someone can enter. Not only do you have to be a “people person,” but you also have to be a storyteller, writer, creator, social media expert, and communicator. With all of their different responsibilities, PR professionals have the opportunity to make a huge difference. Still, knowing how to […]
As college students, many of us can relate to trying to find the “golden egg” internship — an internship that equally challenges us and allows us to further our learning in the public relations field. The internship search can begin to feel like it’s Easter morning all over again, with you searching for Easter eggs in your backyard. You know […]
You’ve put in the work and have your degree, but now you’re stepping into the professional world, and you feel that you don’t have the experience necessary for a “real job.” And how could you? When most employers want you to have a degree plus ten years of experience, all while being young, hip, and creative; the task can seem […]
As corporate and agency professionals slowly return back to the office, many students have been given the option to work virtually or hybrid in their internships. When sitting behind a Zoom screen (as opposed to that face-to-face work) it may be challenging to connect with your colleagues and show off your personality. Here are seven ways to stand out in […]
