Riki Lundquist
COMM 4397 Communication Internship Fall 2017
What is your major?
Communication with a professional writing minor.
Where was your internship placement?
The Iron Mining Association of Minnesota
What did your general duties involve?
I write press releases for them, organize the home office, respond to emailed industry requests, and I design cards for a variety of occasions sent out to industry supporters.
What was your most memorable experience?
My most memorable experience was seeing my work published to the press for the public to see. It made me feel as though I'm truly serving a purpose and performing a true "big kid" job.
Has your internship influenced your career path?
This experience has helped me to realize that communication and writing will be crucial in choosing a company that correlates with my skills.