Insights from Work Experiences & Internship
-
Upload
krystal-luk -
Category
Documents
-
view
117 -
download
0
Transcript of Insights from Work Experiences & Internship
![Page 1: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Insights fromWork Experiences& Internship
By Krystal Luk
![Page 2: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Krystal Luk
EducationBA (Hons) in English Studies—Corporate and Professional Communications (CityU)
Student Member, College Board of CLASSStudent Representative, 2014 CohortCommunications & Partnerships Manager,
Maison Liaison
AA in Communication and Public Relations (CCCU), 2012 Cohort
Student Representative, 2012/13 Team Leader, MODart
![Page 3: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Krystal Luk
ExperiencesCommunications & Partnerships Manager, Maison Liaison for the American Women’s Association HK
(Summer 2015 - present)
Marketing Intern, Quintessentially Lifestyle (Summer 2015)
Tram Hire Coordinator, HK Tramways (2011 - present)
![Page 4: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
Krystal Luk
Experiences (cont.)Cashier, Beauty Department, Lane Crawford, Canton Road (2013-2014)
Sales Assistant, Stella McCartney (Summer 2013)
Salesperson, Uniqlo, Lee Theatre Plaza (2011-2013)
![Page 5: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
Agenda
1)Tips to land a job/an internship
3) What to expect at a PR/marketing internship
2) How to build your career with different jobs
![Page 6: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
Job Hunting Tips
Résumé• 1 page only (10 pt. font size)• Do not include objective• Consider columns and sections
for high readability• List events/posts in reverse
chronological order• Start with education for
students/fresh grads–Key courses sorted by relevance
![Page 7: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
Job Hunting Tips
Résumé (cont.)• Categorize key skills and sort by
relevance–Include applicable certifications
• Boost presentation by listing major projects
• Numerate awards and honorable positions in reverse chronological order then importance
• Insert personal interests + community service exp. if any
![Page 8: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
Job Hunting Tips
Résumé (cont.)• List the most recent +
relevant work exp.–Describe responsibilities with a few
bullet points–Use compelling action verbs to
highlight accomplishments–Demonstrate with numbers and
household names– Include job/industry-specific key
terms/phrases
![Page 9: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
Job Hunting Tips
Interview• Dress according to brand
personality• Be ready with a 1-min pitch• Prepare to detail any points in
résumé and relate to the applied position
• Try to introduce past work/major projects with portfolio in hand
![Page 10: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
Job Hunting Tips
Interview (cont.)• Admit to shortcomings and follow up
with solutions• Tell a personal fact/story to leave a
strong impression• Express interest in company culture,
and how you can contribute/grow• Wrap up with thoughtful questions• Express gratitude with thank-you
cards/emails
![Page 11: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Career Building
Considerations• Legacy• Mastery• Freedom• Alignment
Actions• Create and maintain LinkedIn a/c• Envision 5-10 years ahead and
plan backwards• Take jobs to gain different
skills/expertise• Start small, start in retail• Take advantage of educational +
cross-training opportunities• Build relationships and network• Evaluate regularly
![Page 12: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
PR/Marketing Internship
Duties• Social media management • Marketing
• Event management • Administration
![Page 13: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
PR/Marketing Internship
Social Media Management
• Use/create hashtags• Style images
consistently• Pay attn. to news/trends
• Adapt accord. to analytics
• Practice summarizing news releases
![Page 14: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
Event Management
• Have plans B, C, D ready• Always allot extra time• Prepare to get your hands
dirty
• Imitate past documents when in doubt
• Sharpen skills in skim/scan, research, summary, paraphrasing
PR/Marketing Internship
![Page 15: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
Marketing
• Use infographics than only news releases
• Sell with numbers + accolades
• Differentiate with unique offerings
• Expect long period of coordination + revision • Save time with
templates• Negotiate
tactfully• Ask to sit in on
meetingsPR/Marketing Internship
![Page 16: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
Marketing (cont.)
• Grow a thick skin against gatekeepers
• Research info & cross-reference to fact-check
• Listen to superior’s needs/wants
• Observe and compare for a better brand sense
PR/Marketing Internship
![Page 17: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
Administration
• Serve with a smile• Dress presentably• Organize in order to
multitask• Meticulous to clients’
preferences
• Acknowledge others’ hard work & respect clients’ privacy
PR/Marketing Internship
![Page 18: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
Tips to Shine at Workplace• Work hard AND work smart • Be eager + humble• Eliminate qualifiers/apologies
in speech–“I’m not sure but…”–“I’m sorry to interrupt, but…”
• Take compliments graciously• Appreciate others’ help/guidance• Keep resolutions private
PR/Marketing Internship
![Page 19: Insights from Work Experiences & Internship](https://reader035.fdocuments.net/reader035/viewer/2022070601/58852f9d1a28ab26518b4a77/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
Volunteering Opportunity