Experience

Ciarra Curran- a Senior at Loyola Marymount in LA, talks about her Marketing Internship

Tobin Milkowski talks about his experience going from Intern to Full-Time Employee

Tobin Milkowski talks about his experience going from Intern to Full-Time Employee

As the Sodexo Marketing Intern at UMass Boston, I feel that I've been able to use my real-world experiences to provide greater insights in my academic career. When I enter my marketing or communication classes, I go in feeling that I have a leg up and can better relate to the topics being discussed in class. I also am able to use different theories and concepts that I learn to find better ways to market and talk to students about dining on campus. Sodexo has really helped me feel comfortable learning in class and I get excited to learn everything I can about communication. I don't think I would've found my passion if it wasn't for Sodexo.

When I first heard about the marketing internship, I wasn’t sure it was the right fit for me. My interests were more aligned with real estate, construction, and project management, not the food industry. However, I remembered advice from a guest speaker at a job fair who emphasized the importance of getting your foot in the door. After reflecting and praying about it, I decided to take a chance and accept the position. From day one, it felt like the right decision. The work environment, my colleagues, and even the alignment with my school schedule made everything fall into place.

What’s truly exciting is how much I’m learning and how my coursework directly relates to the work I’m doing at Sodexo. As a marketing intern, I’ve been able to immediately apply concepts from my marketing, business, and financial accounting classes. The integration of learning and real-world experience is invaluable. Whether it's creating Instagram posts that my peers and staff engage with or contributing to larger projects, I see firsthand how my work makes an impact. This internship has not only given me a job but has shown me the value of marketing in a tangible way. I absolutely love what I do, and I’m grateful to be a part of Sodexo as an intern.

My marketing internship with Sodexo has been an invaluable addition to my academic journey. Through hands-on experience in developing social media plans and executing marketing campaigns, I gained practical insights that have deepened my understanding of classroom theories. Working with Sodexo’s dynamic team allowed me to apply strategic planning, consumer research, and digital marketing tactics in real-world scenarios, bridging the gap between academic concepts and industry practices. This experience not only enhanced my technical skills but also improved my ability to collaborate effectively and think critically, enriching my contributions to group projects and discussions on campus. The skills and knowledge I’ve acquired have been instrumental in my academic growth, providing a solid foundation for my future career aspirations.