Marketing intern at Wichita Wings
Do these real-world experiences help with your coursework?
The real-world experience definitely helps with my coursework. Seeing the real-world connection and application of skills learned in the work force in the classroom and vice versa helps with the retention of the knowledge. It also helps put into perspective the importance of the work we do in class. Little, tedious things that seem mundane and sometimes elementary in nature make a huge difference in the real-world and can be that unique characteristic that sets you apart from your competition.
Has the internship at the Wichita Wings helped you decide on a future career?
I knew that I wanted to do something in the sports field and this has served to solidify that decision.
What skills have you gained from the Wings?
Interpersonal skills has been the most influential gain from this internship. Being able to work professionally and interact in the business setting has been something that I haven't learned in the classroom as it is not something that can be taught out of a book but must be taught through experience and this is a skill I can apply future business endeavors I pursue.