I am a little late replying to this post. (I must have gotten caught up in July 4th mode last week) But while I was looking for a co-op, and doing the entire interview process, SHM really caught my attention. It wasn;t just because of the pizza they supplied to me on my interview, but just how everyone was laughing and down to earth. It just looked like a great environment to work at; and wasn't I right about that one. I have the rest of my life to make money, but this time in my life is crucial in getting experience, and understanding what it is like in the "real world." I am very happy with my decision to work here at SHM. I am learning, networking, and enjoying myyself at the same time.

Can't beat that!

Can you sell?

It's time to do another video blog! I want each of you to create a sales pitch for a future MA/DA/QIA to work here.

Ready...go!

Interviews... Oh man how I dislike them. Questions to where there are no right answers, yet no wrong ones, and being able to describe yourself in about three minutes kinda puts a stressful toll on someone. For co-op, I was originally intending on going abroad to Switzerland thanks to my cousin, but that fell through last minute. After completely blowing off most of A round and all of B round, I was just thankful that I applied to C. Ashley called me after our resumes were released and asked me to come in for an interview that day and, honestly, I thought it was nuts. My mom and I bolted into the city from KOP (thankfully we bought interview clothes that day) and I was in no way mentally ready for it; but then I actually entered SHM. The fun atmosphere was felt immediately and I had a hard time not being over-excited about the whole situation. Now that I'm actually here, I am completely happy with my decision to come back the following week to begin working. This job has really helped me realize more what I want to do for my career and I incredibly happy I didn't end up at a high-maintenance job with un-fun people. Love ya, SHM.

Well when I interviwed at SHM, Ken was the person interviewing me. I usually get very scared to talk to people that I am not comfortable around, but the atmosphere here seemed so laid back that I really wasn't that nervous. By just being myself, I was able to show Ken what I was capable of. Coming to SHM, I grew I feel not only as a person, but in knowledge as well. I found that I really enjoy marketing and the opportunities it offers me in the future. So, I would say be true to who you are and go into a new experience with open arms because you never know what you'll like or won't like.

Choosing my first co-op was a little difficult for me. I could have either chosen this job or a job that pays double what I get paid here. I figured that for my first co-op , I wanted a job that wouldn't completely stress me out and have ridiculously long hours. The other job paid well, but it was pretty bland. I would rather generally enjoy what I'm doing than to get paid a lot for a job I'll hate.
I can't believe we are more than halfway done. I'm very happy with my decision and I'm going to miss working here when we have to leave. I know that my next co-op won't feed me as well as SHM lol.

Didn't hear it in an interview, but during my interviewing process, my mom was constantly reminding me that there are more important aspects of a job than money.

When I was deciding between the places that offered me co-ops, I was torn between here, and returning to my last co-op employer at the Korman Center on Drexel's campus. Korman pays significantly more than this position does, so I'll admit I was leaning towards them for a while. I was talking with my mom who kept hammering on the point that at my age, I should concern myself more with getting valuable experiences in my life, rather than working simply for a wage. Of course, I was just about to move into a new apartment, so I was hesitant to work for less. 

Obviously, I ended up going with my mom's advice. It was very good advice.

The Other Side of Interviewing

Wow does it feel different to be on the other side of the interviewing table! When I came to SHM it was my last of quite a few interviews and boy was I ready for the process to be over. That feeling completely changed when I walked into SHM. I instantly got the feeling that SHM was a young and energetic place that would be fun to work at.

Besides how I felt when I first entered, I will always tell people when describing SHM that is a great place to grow and learn, not just about yourself in the workplace but also as a person. At SHM you can grow and learn not just about the department in which you were hired, you are given and sometimes forced (in a good way) to work with other departments on different projects. So far since I have been here, I have worked with our Membership, Marketing, Education, Website, and Finance departments on various projects.

Being a co-op at SHM was one of the best decisions that I have ever made. I have learned so much about what SHM has to offer and how a business really runs. Beyond learning, I have made many friends with my fellow co-workers who make me feel at home every day at work. I have also been able to grow as a person. SHM is a wonderful place to work, I hope that you are giving the opportunity to work here and develop into the young professional that you want to be.