Real
world experience goes a long way in advertising! Just ask our past interns!
Former
Marketing Interns
Helena
Joyce
Morgan State University
Jaclyn
Corr University of Maryland, May 1999
Ljiljana
Brdarski Switzerland
Antonio
Munoz Catholic University
Daniel
Laby , December 1998
Ryan
Sinclair Clemson University, May 1999
Paul
"Eddie" Edmonds Northwest Missouri State University
Linette
Marie Allen, University of the District of Columbia
Christine
Antonio, George Washington University, May 1993
Roseann
Kenney, University of Maryland, December 1994
Seamus
Conlin, George Washington University, 1996
Alyssa
Cloutier, American University, May 1997
Burcu
Ozyurtlu, Northern Virginia Community College 1997
Mona
Shah, University of Miami, 1997
Christina
M. Khair,
New York University, 1997
HELENA JOYCE
Morgan State University
As a senior marketing major at Morgan State University, Helena wanted
an internship to help her gain experience and build her resume before
she graduated. O'Connell Meier proved to be just that place. At OM,
Helena not only has the opportunity to learn more about her field by
watching, but also by getting involved in the whole process. She plans
on starting her own consulting firm in the future; and she hopes that
OM will give her the background she needs. Helena is also actively involved
in the Marketing Society at school, where she last served as the Vice
President of Communications and Promotions.
JACLYN CORR
University of Maryland, '99
Jaclyn has spent enough time at O'Connell Meier to know that when a
sure thing comes along, it's best to hold on tight. Interning with OM
gave her the opportunity to see what positions were available within
an advertising agency and what duties were involved with each one. Not
only was Jaclyn able to learn new programs, but she was also able to
attend prospect meetings and coordinate some marketing efforts. Before
interning with OM she spent a year as a marketing/sales intern for Washington
Sports and Entertainment, or, more specifically, the Washington Capitals
hockey team. Jaclyn recently joined two other staff members at OM, Roseann
Kenney and Burcu Ozyurtlu, in advancing from OM intern to OM staff member.
LJILJANA BRDARSKI
Ljiljana traveled halfway around the world to work for O'Connell
Meier. A native of Switzerland, she wanted to learn all she could about
promotional planning. OM taught her the basics that she needed to know
and allowed her to experience all sides of the planning process. Ljiljana
was not only able to come away with a better understanding of promotional
planning, but a better understanding of American culture as well.
ANTONIO MUNOZ
Catholic University
Antonio, a graduate of Catholic University, enjoyed the time he spent
at O'Connell Meier because it allowed him to sharpen his computer skills
while he learned about the marketing field. He had the opportunity to
do marketing research, update the OM website and intranet, and work
on OM's database. Antonio returned to Spain, his home country, after
graduation taking with him a new understanding of the marketing industry,
as well as plans for a bright future.
DANIEL LABY
Daniel's dream is to one day own his own restaurant which is
why he wanted experience in business administration. He credits O'Connell
Meier with giving him a chance to experience a different work environment
than the one in which he had originally seen himself. Daniel was able
to learn skills that will prove an asset to his aspirations. He believes
that the opportunity he was given to attend meetings with president
Rich Meier helped him better understand how people with differing opinions
can reach an agreement. During his semester with OM Daniel also achieved
Dean's List standing. He graduated college in December 1998 and currently
works at Zamprini's Grill and 32nd Street Grill.
RYAN SINCLAIR
Clemson University
Ryan feels that O'Connell Meier has helped further his career by providing
him with the valuable work experience that companies look for. During
his internship with OM Ryan attended sales meetings with president Rich
Meier and was able to obtain an understanding of how sales presentations
are made. He also expanded his knowledge of computer databases by working
with different programs such as 4th Dimension and Silent Partner. Ryan
graduated from Clemson University in May 1999 with a BS in Marketing.
PAUL "EDDIE" EDMONDS
Northwest Missouri State University
During his internship with O'Connell Meier Paul learned a something
from just about everyone in the office. He polished his presentation
skills and attended meetings with president Rich Meier; he worked on
"big name" accounts with Roseann Kenney; and he learned prospecting,
training, and researching skills from Burcu Ozyurtlu. Paul believes
that without the experience and skills he gained at OM he never would
have been successful as an ad rep, nor would he have been promoted as
quickly. After graduating Northwest Missouri State University with a
major in Public Relations he worked for another ad agency (which he
admits was "not as much fun as OM") as a graduate account intern in
Des Moines. He took an advertising sales position with The Employment
Guide in Kansas City during the summer of 1998 and was promoted in April
to General Manager.
LINETTE MARIE ALLEN
University of DC
Today, I am a senior marketing student at the University of the District
of Columbia. Upon graduation, my strategic plans are (1) to enroll in
a progressive law school program, (2) to obtain legal internships in
marketing environments, (3) to successfully become a licensed attorney
in the metropolitan area, and (4) to pursue a challenging career in
law of marketing. Presently, I am an Office Assistant in the Public
Integrity Section, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, D.C. My duties
include case research, preparation of standard legal documents, proofreading,
interpersonal communication, and citizen correspondence. As a marketing
intern at O'Connell Meier, I accrued valuable skills in communication
and presentation. The creative atmosphere of OM's internal environment
was very rewarding. It encouraged me to generate ideas and freely propose
them. As a team member, I was able to attend company meetings and actively
participate in group settings. Based upon my exposure to various software
at OM, I quickly became proficient in Microsoft Word and other computer
programs. Further, I was given a "naked eye approach" to proposal
writing, graphic design, and promotion marketing. On a daily basis,
I completed marketing related assignments and special projects. Deadlines
were easily met because OM's Office Manager properly distributed each
task in a timely manner. Quite simply, my summer internship at OM jump
started my motivation level to new heights, sharpening my performance
level as well!
CHRISTINE ANTONIO
George Mason University '93
I am currently a Special Projects Officer at the Consumer Information
Center (CIC). My responsibilities include managing a direct mail insert
program, assisting with the production of the quarterly Consumer Information
Catalog, directing CIC's Newspaper Catalog Reprint program, and coordinating
survey activities. Next month I will be starting a new position at The
Fashion Centre at Pentagon City as a Marketing Administrator in which
I will be assisting with promotions, mall events, direct mail campaigns,
and tourist marketing. The marketing research experience I gained as
an intern helped me to develop survey activities at my present job and
also has proven to be of noteworthy interest to potential employers,
as they can see I have had some marketing research exposure. My primary
project was to gather information on prospective clients, primarily
trade and professional associations, for OM's database. It was very
beneficial in that I learned about client research as well as the number
of associations (hint: potential employers) in the D.C. area.
ROSEANN KENNEY
University of Maryland '94
Back in 1993 as a third year student majoring in Marketing, I had no
work experience in the professional business world. And with only one
more year left of college I was becoming concerned about finding a job.
I wasn't even aware what was out there! Interning at O'Connell Meier
gave me the opportunity to see what positions were available at an advertising
agency and what duties were involved with each one. I had the chance
to learn new programs, attend prospect meetings, and coordinate some
marketing efforts. My internship was particularly valuable to me because
I was asked to stay on as a part-time marketing assistant while still
in school. I gained valuable experience that I could relate to my classes.
I am currently working for O'Connell Meier as a project manager/marketing
coordinator. As project manager I am responsible for making sure my
clients' jobs go through OM smoothly and all deadlines are met. My marketing
duties include drafting estimates and proposals, coordinating OM marketing
promotions, and managing our in-house database.
SEAMUS CONLIN
GW University '96
Right after graduation, I started working full-time at OM as an Assistant
Account Manager with a multitude of responsibilities. The experience
I gained interacting with clients to identify their needs and make sure
they are satisfied led to my current position. During the summer of
1997, I moved back to "Bean Town" (my hometown of Boston,
MA). Soon, I will be working for a tiny firm, Anheuser-Busch, as a Creative
Marketing Representative. As a CMR, I will be responsible for getting
people to drink more AB products through point of purchase signage,
on-site promotions and relationships with the area's restaurant and
bar staff. OM was a stepping stone to this by teaching me how to handle
clients in a professional setting, deal with paperwork and meet deadlines.
While
attending George Washington University, I was a member of Delta Tau
Delta fraternity and the varsity water polo team. I graduated in 1996
with a degree in marketing. My recreational activities include sports,
playing the electric bass, sky diving, sailing/boating and, of course,
water polo. Since having to give away my Iguana, Phineas (Mom wouldn't
let me move in with the lizard), I'll be spending quality time with
my dog, Bill.
ALYSSA CLOUTIER
American '97
Alyssa Cloutier was an Account Management Intern at OM for Spring 1997.
She now works as a marketing assistant at AssureNet Ltd., which specializes
in Internet applications for the financial services industry. Alyssa
says that interning at OM helped to prepare her for her current position
by teaching her how to manage projects, use the Internet as a research
tool and use her own creativity to problem-solve. She looks back on
interning at OM fondly--she learned a wealth of information, worked
with some inspiring mentors and had fun doing so.
BURCU OZYURTLU
NVCC '97
I am currently a marketing assistant at O'Connell Meier. My responsibilities
include updating the database, creating sample books, organizing the
sample room, helping Roseann (our marketing coordinator), updating the
schedule in Silent Partner, printing for production meetings and creating
purchase orders. I am also an intern buddy. Presently, I am attending
NOVA and majoring in international business. I hope to go to graduate
school and obtain my MBA. Eventually, I would like to work with political
marketing back in my home country, Turkey. Interning at O'Connell Meier
was helpful to me because it was my first experience with marketing.
I also learned how to use a Macintosh and Silent Partner. I learned
how to open files for clients, and build databases for new companies.
MONA SHAH
University of Miami '97
Currently, I am working part-time at an advertising and marketing agency
called McGuire Company. My responsibilities include corresponding with
clients, media representatives, and production managers. I work closely
with the account executives and a number of high budget accounts for
real estate condominiums in the South Florida area. McGuire Company
develops all the brochures, print media, marketing and ad promotions
for these resort areas. Aside from working, I am finishing my senior
year at the University hoping to do my MBA work in the near future.
O'Connell
Meier was my lead to working at McGuire Company because it helped me
get a focus on the aspect of the advertising field that I wanted to
concentrate my efforts upon. An important skill that I took away with
me was the art of professionalism. O'Connell Meier had an amazing way
of combining a relaxed work atmosphere with a strong, assertive sense
of professionalism. I thank the folks at IEL-Institute of Experiential
Learning it is through their internship program I was given the opportunity
to work at O'Connell Meier.
CHRISTINA M. KHAIR
NYU '97
I am currently working part (almost full) time for a company called
Oblisk & Co. We import and export fabrics as well as manufacture, print
and design. I'm involved in the Marketing Department with the responsibility
of planning our strategies toward new markets. I organize the sales
force and their territories of work. I'm graduating from NYU in May
with a B.S. in Marketing and International Business. I plan on staying
in the US to enjoy all the great experiences I've been having, including
the one at O'Connell Meier. Since I was an international student, working
at O'Connell Meier was "the" challenge. With the help of everyone
in the office, I not only improved my English but also my cultural adaptation.
I was very welcome and never settled for the easy work. Richard and
Lynn were always motivating, pushing me toward my best results. I learned
from the most basic clerical job to business level presentation and
client/agency relationship behaviors. I also had the opportunity to
follow all the steps of the advertising process.