Internship Testimonials

I have a great internship, working for NBC. It's a great way to transition from the classroom to the working world. I talk to promotions directors from across the country on a daily basis. I get to attend meetings about the future of the network. I even got to help produce things with Katie Couric, Al Roker, and Brian Williams! As I send out my resume over the next few months, I know that this experience is going to give me a great edge in a competitive industry, and that's a really great feeling.

Melanie Wilson, ‘06
NBC
New York, NY

The Communications Media internship program at Fitchburg State College provided me with a great opportunity to gain practical real world experience in the Communications industry. I went through a rigorous preparation and qualification process to ensure that my resume, portfolio, and other materials would enable me to score a great internship site. The Communications Media Department’s extensive internship relationships enabled me to find a great internship site that matched my talents, needs, and future career aspirations. I was interested in doing Post Production or Producing work in Washington DC. The Communications Media department connected me with The McGinn Group, a premier Communications & Public Relations firm, where I am now working in a full-time internship as an Avid Editor and Media Producer. I’m sure that my internship experience will open doors to further job opportunities after I graduate.

Patrick Pho, ‘06
The McGinn Group
Washington, DC

Interning at Kopelson Entertainment has provided me the opportunity to read scripts, write coverage of scripts, and meet knowledgeable people in the industry. I am also privileged to look over files, seeing how budgets are broken down, and how the process of hiring cast and crew take place. There are the entry-level tasks common to all internships, but it’s all worth it--a great experience that teaches a person a lot about the film industry.

Benjamin Larracey, ‘06
Kopelson Entertainment
West Hollywood, CA

My internship at Channel 7 (WHDH, a TV-7 NBC affiliate) has been a remarkable opportunity as well as a learning experience. As a full-time intern, I have had the opportunity to become familiar with the day-to-day activities and responsibilities of a Public Relations Director. I have also made numerous contacts and participated in several events. Nothing can compare to the lessons I have learned professionally, realistically and technically in the hands-on environment. I credit this entire experience to the well structured program required in the Communications Media Department at Fitchburg State College.

Danielle Gianino, '96
WHDH Channel 7

For more information regarding the Communications Media internship program, please contact: Dr. Charles H. Sides, Internship Director, 978-665-3548, csides@fsc.edu.