From Last-Minute Application to Fashion Fame: How One Student Landed the Ultimate Dream Internship!

Buckle up, fashionistas and marketing mavens! Dive into the thrilling journey of a Communication Studies junior who's blown away the fashion world with her jaw-dropping internship at the renowned PDX Models in Portland, Oregon. This isn’t just any internship—it's the dream gig that magically turned a last-minute Handshake application into a golden ticket!

Curious about how it all unfolded? Picture this: sheer determination, a whirlwind of interviews, and memorizing 30 industry terms at lightning speed—then bam, hired! One of the perks? A perfectly tailored schedule that dances around her packed academic calendar, thanks to a supportive boss who values both ambition and education.

But wait, it gets even better! How about engaging questions of the week that let her unleash creative freedom—from the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show to debating the edgy topic of political social media statements? No boundaries here, just endless possibilities and pages upon pages of insightful musings.

Working solo or with her fellow rising stars, every project was a thrilling adventure. Picture creating next-level itineraries for talent on shoots, crafting casting call videos that are Instagram gold, and giving the thumbs up or down to brand inquiries. The cherry on top? Sitting in on interviews to scout fresh talent! Who needs a crystal ball when you’ve got front-row seats to what agencies are really after?

And here's the insider scoop: her secret weapon turned out to be none other than her preparation from school and a late-night consultation with Professor Matt Prince. Little did she know, a chat with the professor about small class sizes would be her ace of spades in the interview game!

The biggest takeaway from this whirlwind experience? Observing and participating in the hiring process from behind the scenes was an eye-opener that came with invaluable lessons in attitude, professionalism, and what makes a candidate bright or bland. This sizzling experience not only honed her public relations and marketing skills but also fired up a fierce passion for the fashion industry.

Get ready to be inspired because the future looks oh-so-bright for this intern-turned-fashion-aficionado, whose newfound skills and confidence are set to shake up the world!