When I walked into the FINN Partners for Diversity: The Internship Preview, I didn’t fully know what to expect. What I did know was that I was about to enter a space dedicated to fostering inclusivity and creating pathways for diverse voices in the public relations industry. From the moment the program began, I was met with encouragement, wisdom and […]
Cuando llegué al programa FINN Partners for Diversity: The Internship Preview, no sabía exactamente qué esperar. Lo que sí sabía era que estaba a punto de ingresar a un espacio dedicado a fomentar la inclusión y a crear caminos para que las voces diversas tengan un lugar en la industria de las relaciones públicas. Desde el momento en que comenzó […]
The field of public relations is booming, yet there are few Black men in the industry. As we dissect this issue, it’s essential to recognize the historical and ongoing barriers that keep many Black men from entering and thriving in public relations roles. It is also essential to highlight the opportunities for those who do make a career in the […]
Attending PRSSA ICON 2024 in Anaheim, California, was more than just a professional event; it was an experience that, as a student and representative of the University of San Martín de Porres in Lima, Perú, allowed me to dive into a sea of cultures, knowledge and human connections. The idea of traveling to the United States for the first time […]
English Version I was born in Callao, Peru, a city well-known for being the country’s main port and a key hub for international maritime trade. I am the daughter of parents who didn’t have the opportunity to attend college, but worked tirelessly to ensure that I could become the first generation in my family to do so. During my first […]
Throughout my childhood, I raised cattle with my family on a small rural operation – through which my gratitude for farmers and ranchers was instantly formed. Unsurprisingly, I gravitated toward this industry when pursuing my first public relations internship. In May, I began my time with AdFarm, a full-service agency with a range of agricultural clients in both the United […]
Since June, I’ve had the privilege of serving as a social media intern for the Boys & Girls Club of Fullerton, California. My main focus has been capturing and sharing the organization’s vibrant moments. This experience has been inspiring, educational and has shown me the difference you can make in your community. One of the most rewarding aspects of working […]
After completing my Global Communications Internship at Delta Air Lines, I find myself reflecting on an experience that has been both professionally enriching and personally transformative. From May through early August, I had the opportunity to work with Delta’s HR Communications team, and it was a plethora of learning, growth and unforgettable experiences. The Delta Experience One of the many […]
There’s a First Time for Everything This summer I had my first internship with The Bliss Group because I was awarded the Bliss-Baker fellowship through PRSSA. So, before I start a big thank you to PRSSA for giving me this opportunity. As excited as I was, the imposter syndrome kicked in pretty quickly afterward. This was my first internship, I […]
In the beginning of 2024, I stood at a crossroads, contemplating the bridge between my studies in Corporate Communications and Marketing and their practical impact. It was a period filled with questions rather than answers, leading me to seek insights beyond the textbooks. Conversations with my professors revealed a previously unrecognized opportunity—the revival of the PRSSA Chapter at Baruch. This […]
