My Internship Experience

Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Communications and Marketing Intern, 2025

I supported the Office of Communications' marketing and public relations for the Ohio State Fair by creating social media posts and news releases. I served as assistant site manager and primary contact for the Natural Resources Park, handling media relations. I managed the Ohio State Parks Gift Shop and Information Booth, coordinated volunteers, and arranged staff and performer logistics. I maintained relationships with key leaders from the Ohio State Fair and Ohio Department of Natural Resources to ensure smooth operations. In four months, I participated in 11 off-site events, including ribbon cuttings, Ohio Tourism Day, and ODNR Night with the Columbus Clippers, often taking photos for social media. I helped with logistics, distributed promotional materials, and interacted with attendees to improve the department’s public image. 

Ohio State Fair

Public Relations and Marketing Intern, 2024

I contributed to Ohio State Fair marketing and PR by creating communications like news releases, newsletters, social media posts, website content, videos, brochures, and pamphlets with tools like Adobe InDesign and Canva. I managed multiple projects to tight deadlines, maintained website content, and created videos with Adobe Premiere Pro for online and social media. I handled media inquiries as a primary contact across various outlets, demonstrating conflict management skills. I pitched stories, arranged interviews, and coordinated live broadcasts for media and influencer activities. Additionally, I attended events such as Ohio Tourism Day and Lifeline of Ohio's Dash for Donation to promote the fair.