The most helpful piece of advice I got when graduating college was to embrace all that internships have to offer. Now, I know that interning at Sunwest was the best thing I could have done for my career. I was encouraged to get experience in every aspect of public relations that I was interested in – not just social media. From brainstorming and creating client content to editing crisis plans and media pitches to helping with Spaeth Trainings, I have been able to get the full agency experience. This has created such a strong foundation of confidence in my career. No imposter syndrome here! Not two days look alike at Sunwest, but the most consistent aspect is the culture of support. Finding an agency that welcomes learning, asking questions and even joining meetings just to hear what is happening is something I am incredibly grateful for.

My time interning with Sunwest showed me that I am capable of more than what I have experience in. I was introduced to new concepts, new skill sets, and most importantly, I met people that were engaging and genuinely wanted to see me learn and grow. The team I was introduced to – and now get to work with daily - have done so much to teach me and improve my knowledge about this industry. Something I am proud of myself for doing is being able to overcome the challenges of working on projects in which I have more responsibility. I’m so thankful to Sunwest for giving me these opportunities - I’m being encouraged to push my own professional boundaries and continue to grow.

When I decided to move from Nashville to Dallas, I was filled with excitement and nervousness. Stepping into a new environment where I didn’t know anyone felt intimidating. However, once I walked through the doors at Sunwest, all my fears went away. I was immediately welcomed by a group of people who didn’t feel like co-workers, it felt like a family.
Throughout my time as an intern, I experienced tremendous growth, learning and collaboration, which allowed me to refine my skills and expand my understanding of the industry. Working closely with both the Commercial Real Estate and Hospitality teams, I gained valuable insights into different aspects of strategic communication through crafting press releases and managing media relations.