Senior public relations student Chelsea Cummins reflects on her summer with Judith Kelly + Associates.
My summer with Judith Kelly + Associates was everything I wanted and more. It provided me with amazing experience working in the fast paced environment I was looking for. As project coordinator, I was responsible for many tasks with multiple clients. In particular I worked with the Dignity & Respect Campaign, Hilltop Alliance, Steel City Improv Theater and the Design Center.
My main responsibilities involved media relations, writing and social media. Toward the end of my summer I worked in event planning for a major breakfast through the D&R Campaign. All of my work reinforced my passion for public relations. I'm blessed to know this is what I want to do for the rest of my life.
The best advice I can give to younger students is know what you want and go for your dreams. Playing it safe won't help you reach them. My two life goals were to work in a firm and move to Pittsburgh. After receiving the internship with JK+A, I had to find an apartment near the city, which was terrifying. But I went for it.
People told me that it would be hard, and they were right, but it was worth it. Don't let the haters tell you something is too hard. If you want it, you can make it happen. It's your life. Never settle for something you only kind of want or people tell you is a good idea.
This doesn't just apply for public relations. Anything you want. You're too young to play it safe.
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