Firms hire GLG to help form strategic challenges, test market hypotheses and provide executive-level mentorship. Year after year, GLG delivers value to their clients by providing professional insights and high-value decisions through a range of products, including live in-person and virtual events, phone consultations, surveys, packaged insights, quantitative reports and more.

GLG is looking for Client Solution Associates responsible for building their vast professional network and connecting clients to that network. GLG describes their associates as the engine that drives the firm. Associates work closely with professionals at the worldā€™s top corporations, investment firms, management consulting firms and nonprofits. Client solution associates traditionally develop into subject matter experts across various industries through their client service role.

To excel in this position, associates must exhibit strong communication skills and a desire for developing new skills across an endless range of topics and client requests. Graduating students and alumni interested in this versatile role should go to the Elon Job Network to apply for current positions. Current students should look out for future openings on Elon Job Network.

Recently, Danielle Golinski, associate director of corporate and employer relations for Elon College, the College of Arts and Sciences, met up with five Elon alumni from the Tysonā€™s Corner office. The alumni raved about Alarm.com. They noted that while the home security industry might not be super glamorous, they all love their jobs, the company culture, and the uniqueness of their office spaces. Overall, these alumni are very happy with Alarm.com and are making a push to bring more Elon graduates onto the team.

At Alarm.com, incoming software engineers will be exposed to a variety of technologies including smart home automation, wireless communication, video monitoring and analysis, mobile app development, and backend application development. Engineers are responsible for innovating new software features as well as analyzing and updating existing features.

Incoming software developers at Alarm.com donā€™t need extensive work experience but should be prepared to illustrate their strong passion for technology and software development. Those interested in the role should also be prepared for the HackerRank assessment, a test given to candidates to gauge technical skills.

The future is bright at Alarm.com, as last year, they were named to Fortune Magazineā€™s Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies in 2021. They are now developing AI technology, facial recognition software, energy analytics software and more. Alarm.com recently expanded its research and development division ā€” a large investment into its future and a commitment to continue to produce industry-leading technology.

Keep an eye out for Alarm.com this coming spring semester as they are hoping to connect with students for their active roles through in-person and virtual engagement. Beyond software engineering, they are also interested in connecting with students interested in sales, product management, talent acquisition or their management development program.

While she is currently embracing her study abroad semester in London, she took the time to answer a few questions regarding her experience with NBCUniversal.

Why did you want to intern for NBCUniversal?

I was just like any other student during the spring of 2022. I was trying to hold my grades together, stay involved in my extracurricular activities and navigate the stress of looking for a summer internship. I felt really behind in how many applications I submitted in January but I was really optimistic and driven to get a good internship. I applied for the NBC summer fellowship on a whim. I did not think I had an actual shot at getting it at all but I applied anyway because I had the credentials and experience. 51±¬ĮĻĶų a week later, they reached out to me for an interview.

Six weeks after my interview, I got the call that I was being offered the fellowship. That was one of the best days of my life. In hindsight, I wish I had more faith in myself. Elon is an incredible school, and I was more than prepared to take on this internship. I wanted to work at NBC News since the moment I decided I wanted to be a journalist in my junior year of high school. In my eyes, it is the best of all the network news organizations in the country. Becoming a summer intern was the first step to achieving my dream of working there.

What were your day-to-day roles as an intern?

My daily routine at NBC News varied based on whether there was breaking news and what our staff numbers looked like. I worked on NBC News NOW Live with Morgan Radford and Vicky Nguyen, which streamed from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. My workday was from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. ā€” Monday through Friday. This schedule took getting used to and once I did, I loved it. I lived in Brooklyn this summer so each morning I rode the subway north into midtown Manhattan. I started my commute at 6:30 a.m. to be there in time for the daily editorial meeting that started at 7:30 a.m.

After the meeting concluded, the other production assistants and I got started on cutting video elements for the show. Then, it was my job to print scripts for the anchors in the studio. This was almost always my favorite part of the day because I got to be with Morgan and Vicky, who are the sweetest people ever, and sometimes I also got to meet other NBC News correspondents. After the show wrapped up at 1 p.m., it was time to go home. I really liked this schedule because I always explored the city in the afternoons.

What difficulties did you face working for such a large company like NBC?

The biggest difficulty of working somewhere like NBC is adjusting to not being the only “really creative” or “really talented” person in the room. Everyone around you is a distinguished person in some way, so you have to know how to make yourself stand out. I think also a hard lesson I had to learn was that I still had a lot to prove. The workload I got from my team was very slow in the beginning. I realized I needed to step up and show them my skill set. Once they saw me in action and heard my cool ideas, they trusted me with bigger responsibilities.

How would you describe the culture of your workplace?

NBCUniversal is huge on diversity and inclusivity. I can proudly say NBC takes that responsibility very seriously and fosters a safe environment for people of all backgrounds. It can be stressful starting a new job as a Black woman in a predominantly White space because I never know how people will receive my presence. I felt more than welcome and valued. My team at News NOW in particular became my family. They want to see me succeed and I want to see all of them succeed too. Successful newsrooms are healthy newsrooms.

How has this internship impacted your career path?

This summer internship, full of unforgettable experiences, showed me parts of the industry that I didn’t know about before. I have a better idea of what I want to do post-graduation.

What advice do you have for prospective students looking to intern for NBCUniversal?

My advice to any students looking to intern for NBCUniversal is to be patient and be yourself. Be patient because it will take time for them to get back to you with a decision about your internship. I remember being really antsy and not knowing whether all the time that passed after my interview was a good sign or a bad one. Either way, it will all work out! Also, keep in mind that NBC gets thousands of applications each semester. Don’t change who you are and what you are passionate about during your application/interview process or when you start working there. NBCUniversal will embrace you and all your uniqueness. Focus on being coachable and eager to learn, because you will learn so so much!

Opportunities at NBCUniversal are highly competitive, and they receive thousands of applications. One coveted opportunity is the NBC News Associate Program, which is a paid, year-long training opportunity that develops post-graduate journalists into network news producers. Additionally, they boast a number of production and operations internships. It is important to note that these are designed to train network news producers, rather than on-air talent hosts.

For students interested in opportunities at NBCU, there are several internship opportunities posted on the Elon Job Network (EJN), as well as the of NBCUniversal.

Jennifer Bett Communication (JBC) offers fast-growing start-ups and uniquely competitive brands a dynamic approach to consumer and media awareness. With offices located in New York City and Los Angeles, JBC manages media relations by crafting meaningful narratives for its partners.

Elon alumnae Amanda Gibson ’21, public relations manager, and Chloe Gillespie ’21, associate public relations manager, have raved about JBC. The Student Professional Development Center recently talked with Gibson and Gillespie to get the inside scoop on the PR firm.

How is the summer internship program? What skills should an intern have coming in and what should they expect to take away by the end of their summer?

Gibson:Ā JBCā€™s internship program offers a hands-on agency experience, thus allowing interns to develop essential skills for a career in media relations. Past relevant internship experience is beneficial but not required. Most importantly, we look for creative, organized, professional interns who are self-starters and problem-solvers. At the end of the semester, our interns hone in on communications, writing, research and creative skills.

Overall, the JBC internship provides an opportunity to understand how a media relations agency works and the skills necessary to succeed in this industry.

What day-to-day roles should an intern expect?

³Ņ¾±²ś²õ“Ē²Ō:ĢżInterns at JBC are given the opportunity to work across divisions and clients, meaning each day looks different. JBC interns are responsible for monitoring the media and relevant news outlets for timely news angles and stories. Day-to-day tasks include media auditing, pitch writing, research and brainstorming projects, press clippings and more.

What is your favorite part about your job?

³Ņ¾±±ō±ō±š²õ±č¾±±š:ĢżPersonally, my favorite aspect of working at JBC is the collaborative and creative nature of the agency. As we work with impactful brands, the entire JBC team is passionate about what we do, making our day-to-day work meaningful.

Additionally, I love being a part of the media landscape. When working in media, each day is different, exciting and always relevant to the world around us. Plus, I work in our food and beverage division meaning I get to talk about food all day long. What could be better?

What challenges do you face in your day-to-day roles?

³Ņ¾±±ō±ō±š²õ±č¾±±š:ĢżWorking at an agency, we work across a roster of clients. During busy times, the biggest challenge is balancing client priorities and remaining organized in terms of priorities. Additionally, as we work in media, our daily work is constantly changing and dependent on the news cycle. Thus, our day-to-day is quite unpredictable and can be flipped in an instant.

What are some of the projects/brands you have personally worked on?

Gibson:Ā Having both been interns ourselves, we really enjoy working on the intern committee to help closely mentor the next group of those joining JBC. Across the board, the clients we work with at JBC have a bigger mission – whether thatā€™s telling the story of sustainability or amplifying minority voices. That in itself is always something thatā€™s exciting and meaningful to be a part of.

I saw that a growing part of JBC focuses on social impact and health & wellness, can you describe these fields?

³Ņ¾±±ō±ō±š²õ±č¾±±š:ĢżAs an agency, weā€™re always looking to be innovators and to be leading the industry. Our Social Impact team works across clients that arenā€™t as focused in consumer products, but amplifying thought leaders in their respective fields. We also have a growing affiliate division which is becoming an increasingly important factor in earned media placements. Having our own team focusing on this part of the media relations process allows us to have a better understanding of the industry and serve our clients’ needs in a more comprehensive way.

Ā How would you summarize the company culture?

³Ņ¾±²ś²õ“Ē²Ō:ĢżJBCā€™s company culture is collaborative, encouraging and unconventional. Our work is very collaborative in nature but JBC goes above and beyond in cross-divisional collaboration, a major driver of our success. Thereā€™s a constant intersection of creative, intelligent minds working together. Itā€™s also an extremely encouraging work environment, we even have a very active Slack channel dedicated to ā€œkudos,ā€ where we shout out each otherā€™s great work.

What advice do you have for Elon students interested in working for JBC?

³Ņ¾±±ō±ō±š²õ±č¾±±š:ĢżGet involved! Elon offers incredible resources and opportunities for experience prior to graduation. Familiarize yourself with the media landscape and do your research prior to applying for position. Enthusiasm and professionalism go a long way. Beyond JBC, never be afraid to connect with someone and learn more about the company culture, positions available and their own career before applying. It always helps to have a person advocating for you on the inside!Ā 

Interested students should check out the Elon Job Network and for upcoming opportunities.