Internships serve as the bridge between the classroom and the real world, offering invaluable opportunities for budding professionals to apply their theoretical knowledge in practical settings. In our fast-paced professional landscape, internships have become more crucial than ever, providing students and recent graduates with the hands-on experience necessary to thrive in their respective fields.

As we delve into the journey of one of our exceptional PY interns, Myah, we uncover the power of these experiences, witnessing firsthand how they shape and mold future professionals. From navigating complex projects to fostering invaluable connections, internships offer a glimpse into the intricacies of various industries, equipping interns with the skills, insights, and confidence to excel in their careers.

Myah Hinds

PY Intern Fall 2023

Account Coordinator at Pyper, Inc.

What led you to choose your PY internship over other opportunities?‍

I loved the fact that PY is a women-founded, women-led small business and was excited about the possibility of being able to learn from such an experienced, talented group of people! It was obvious from the start that the PY team shared a passion for their work and really valued their clients, which was exciting for me as a student aspiring to be in the industry. 

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What did you learn in your PY internship that you took with you to your career?

‍Everything! I quickly realized that the knowledge I gained from school was just a fraction of what I needed to succeed. My PY internship played a crucial role in bridging that gap, and gave me real life, hands-on experience that has been instrumental in my professional development.

Additionally, working alongside a receptive and passionate team has been an incredible experience, and given me valuable insights into agency life and my current role as Account Coordinator for PY!

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What were the benefits you found in interning for a small company?

Working in a small company provided numerous benefits, particularly in an internship. I was able to gain a deeper understanding of team dynamics, follow processes more closely, and have more hands-on experiences. Ultimately, I found this experience to be more personalized due to the size of the team, and I felt that they genuinely prioritized my learning and development. The close-knit environment allowed for more individualized attention and mentorship, which greatly enhanced my overall learning experience.

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Provide one word to describe what your PY internship meant to you.

Rewarding!

Mackenzie Tolurd

PY Intern Summer 2021

Strategic Partnerships Coordinator at AdventHealth

What led you to choose your PY internship over other opportunities?‍

I felt that at PY I could paint my own canvas in terms of an internship. When there were areas I was particularly interested in, I was able to focus on these more. For example, the business of sports was always an interest of mine. As an intern at PY I was able to touch media clients as it pertained to sports which was a wonderful experience. I also enjoyed the unique atmosphere of PY. Being able to walk through Downtown St. Pete to get to my internship every day certainly added a level of exclusivity.

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What did you learn in your PY internship that you took with you to your career?

When you are working on something you enjoy, tell someone! When you’ve found this, you have struck the jackpot. For me, I learned I loved being able to tell the story of a brand and even more specifically, working in/alongside sports. I was an intern at PY and was taking summer classes at FSU when I had a meeting with my professor (I literally took my meeting on the rooftop porch of PY)... I told my professor about a cool project I was exposed to with the Rays in my internship. This ultimately led me to adding a second major to my undergrad degree, Sport Management. After undergrad I attended graduate school at USF where I earned my MBA and MS in Sport and Entertainment Management. Now, I work for a brand and the two biggest partnerships I get to run point on are with the Buccaneers and Lightning.

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What were the benefits you found in interning for a small company?

Interning for a small company I found it very beneficial that I had easy access to every role within the organization. I would argue that I was exposed to more at a small company than I would have been at a large company.

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Provide one word to describe what your PY internship meant to you.

Developmental

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