First Day Tips for PR Interns
I started my internship at Fahlgren Mortine today. I learned how to use tools like Cision and Factiva. I also edited a media list and worked on researching editorials for a client. First days can be intimidating, so here are a few tips for your first day at a new internship. Nick Lucido also has a few reminders.
1. Be proactive about working from day one. If you’re not doing anything, review information about your clients, look through the manual or ask if there is anything you can do.
2. If you’re in a new city (or state, like I am), leave early in case you get lost or stuck in traffic. I actually drove to work before my first day so I would know the route and left very early in the morning to avoid the rush.
3. Ask questions. They expect that you won’t know what you’re doing. It is better to get things straight than to ask about simple things a month later.
4. Bring necessary information for HR. Sometimes they will need a copy of your social security card or your driver’s license.
5. Be excited. You’re an intern! You are one step closer to being a professional.
Learn it. Live it. Love it.