BBDO Worldwide

J&J Account Management Intern

June - August 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

I loved the hands-on experience I received. I met so many other interns my age and expanded my network beyond what I imagined. I learned so many things that I could not have learned from class, and a lot of guest speakers (including representatives from TikTok and Reddit) came to speak to us about advertising on their platforms.

What I wish was different

I wish that I had more opportunities to network, but I was able to overcome that by going out of my way.

Advice

Always be alert and always be learning. Also, if you finish a task, always ask if there is anything else you can do to help. It is a busy industry and they will appreciate it!

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Art Direction Intern

June - August 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

The unmatched creative environment. The level of respect accounts, strategy, and creative had for each other. The experienced project managers that made my workload manageable. Also, 10–6 is a great work schedule for NYC; you avoid rush hour and you get to sleep in a bit.

What I wish was different

Having to collaborate on an intern project with 11 other interns really threw a wrench into my day-to-day work flow, but I did get a portfolio piece and a bunch of overtime from doing it. All in all, a mixed bag.

Advice

BBDO is a place that will give you all the resources you need, as long as you can motivate yourself. Always say yes to a brief, even if it means staying after every once in a while

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Art Director Intern

June - August 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

The company culture was incredible and I learned so much.

What I wish was different

Advice

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Account Management Intern

June - August 2019 • New York City, NY

What I liked

A lot of hands-on experience and major exposure to clients as well as day to day operations. Also, the intern project was an incredible opportunity to learn and to pitch to company VPs and Executives.

What I wish was different

Advice

Make sure to talk to everyone you meet and connect with them.

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Art Director Intern

June - September 2018 • Minneapolis, MN

What I liked

I was treated as an employee. Of course, the true art directors were more than willing to teach me, but I was also regularly asked to join the team to concept for new campaign ideas.