{"id":4850,"date":"2014-02-20T10:00:02","date_gmt":"2014-02-20T15:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/progressions.prsa.org\/?p=4850"},"modified":"2018-08-15T21:51:55","modified_gmt":"2018-08-16T01:51:55","slug":"benefits-of-working-for-your-student-run-firm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/progressions.prsa.org\/index.php\/2014\/02\/20\/benefits-of-working-for-your-student-run-firm\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Working For Your Student-Run Firm"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As public relations student, I\u2019ve spent the last several years working for my university\u2019s student-run public relations firm. Regardless of the number of internships or volunteer work you have done, I highly encourage being a member of your university\u2019s firm. Here are a few reasons why:<\/p>\n

Gain leadership experience
\n<\/b>Whether you\u2019re sitting in a classroom or participating in an internship, most of your time is spent learning from someone else. In a student firm, you get the chance to lead. This gives you the opportunity to improve upon skills such as problem solving, motivating others, work ethic and much more.<\/p>\n

Strengthen r\u00e9sum\u00e9 and portfolio
\n<\/b>By the time you put together a college r\u00e9sum\u00e9, there is usually enough experience to fill a page\u2014but is it valuable experience? Companies are impressed to find students skilled in creating media packets, pitching, etc. Being involved in a student-run firm is also a great way to showcase your willingness to go the extra mile and become involved beyond basic graduation requirements.<\/p>\n

Improve editing skills
\n<\/b>Like most things in life, the best way to improve is to practice. In a student-run firm, you will habitually practice proofreading, editing and AP style. Often, companies require an editing or writing test during the interview process. Practicing these skills as a firm member will help you feel prepared and confident.<\/p>\n

Increase accountability
\n<\/b>When functioning as a leader, you hold a great deal of accountability. Working in a student-run firm helps you become more skilled at carrying out work in a timely manner and being accountable for tasks other than completing homework by a deadline.<\/p>\n

Build beneficial relationships
\n<\/b>Building mutually beneficial relationships in student-run firms is just as important as with any other full-service, professional public relations firm. Creating relationships with your clients can help you make the right connections to further your career with internships or post-graduation jobs. It is also a good way to practice building professional relationships and networking.<\/p>\n

What do you think are the benefits of working in a student-run public relations firm?<\/b><\/p>\n

Kelli Oxley is a senior communication arts major at Anderson University in Anderson, Ind. She serves as administrative manager\/director of the<\/i> <\/i>nationally affiliated<\/i><\/a> student-run firm,<\/i> <\/i>Fifth Street Communications<\/i><\/a>\u00ae<\/sup><\/i> and secretary of AU\u2019s PRSSA Chapter. Follow Kelli on Twitter<\/i> <\/i>@KelliOxley<\/i><\/a> or connect with her on<\/i> <\/i>LinkedIn<\/i><\/a>.<\/i><\/p>\n

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