Jazmyn Blockson – 2011 Summer Intern

My experience with Discovery Communication in New York is unmeasurable. I can not express my gratitude to the Louis Carr Internship Foundation enough. The foundation provided me an internship that far exceeds any other that my peers participated in this summer. As an advertising sales intern for TLC I had the pleasure of learning side-by-side future full-time sales assistant. The training taught us how to develop and maintain the advertising packaged sold by Discovery Communication. This was one of the many responsibilites that I was entrusted with and I am truly grateful. I have built relationships with both Discovery and the foundation that will be networking beneficial. This opportunity has [...Read More...]

Shanna Cruzat – 2011 Summer Intern

I would like to thank Louis Carr Internship Foundation for the greatest summer opportunity I have ever received. Interning this summer at Luster Products in their marketing department in Chicago, Illinois has given me hands on experience and insight into the competitive field of marketing and advertising. The people at Luster Products were wonderful mentors that allowed me to learn and partake in marketing tools and research to help their products reach their target audience. This internship has allowed me to develop my skills in networking and create relationships with professionals in the field that have helped further my knowledge of marketing and advertising in the beauty industry. Due to [...Read More...]

Je’Coven Norwood – Summer 2011 Intern

As a freshman from Howard University, I was very pleased with the results from my internship. I left with not only a better resume, but also a more concise understanding of advertising. I interned at the American Advertising Federation in Washington, DC. The first few weeks were a bit intimidating as I was timid and apprehensive; however, as the internship progressed I found myself more comfortable and self-assured. My greatest improvement has been trusting my own decisions and most importantly, not being afraid to ASK QUESTIONS. I am more than grateful to have had this opportunity! It is because of this that I am more enthused about my academics as [...Read More...]

Sekou Bah – 2011 Summer Intern

 The Louis Carr Internship Foundation experience was one of the greatest opportunities that I have found in my college career.  It allowed me to experience the information that I have been studying for the past three years in motion, not to mention with a company that I could only dream to work with. I believe that it was a blessing to be able to work for Black Entertainment Television Ad Sales department. The individuals that I met gave advice and kind words of encouragement and showed me that success is all in my grasp and in the field of study that I chose to pursue when I entered college. I [...Read More...]

Mia Lindsey – 2011 Summer Intern

I am thankful to have been a part of the Louis Carr Internship Foundation.  I was placed at the Walton Isaacson creative agency, where I gained so much knowledge about advertising and marketing.  I was quickly thrown into the flow of things, doing research and brainstorming along with the rest of the W | I team.  I felt very accomplished when information and ideas I had provided were used for their clients.  Thanks again to Mr. Carr and the foundation board for providing me with this invaluable experience. I will never forget what I learned during the internship. I hope many more students will take advantage of this great opportunity.

Jodie Taylor – 2011 Summer Intern

I would like to personally thank Louis Carr for the tremendous opportunity afforded to me. Through the Louis Carr Foundation I was able to first-handedly experience corporate culture in a field that I want to potentially work in. Through this internship I was able to garner knowledge about advertising, marketing, corporate communications and management. However, I also bolstered my knowledge of  transferrable skills such as speaking more eloquently, interacting with management and writing more effectively  that I can take back with me to Northwestern and post-graduate studies. I was able to spend 6 weeks with GlobalHue in which I interacted with some of the most forefront thought leaders and innovators [...Read More...]

Angela Wilson – 2011 Summer Intern

I am grateful to have been selected and given such an amazing opportunity from Mr. Carr and the Louis Carr Internship Foundation.  This summer I interned with UniWorld Group, Inc., the longest-standing minority owned ad agency in the U.S.  The experience at UniWorld was phenomenal.  The entire UniWorld staff was absolutely helpful and excited to have me as the production intern.  It was very interesting and informative to learn the sequential steps of how an ad agency works with their clients.  I have gained a tremendous amount of knowledge in the advertising industry that will undoubtedly assist me in my future endeavors.  The Louis Carr Internship Foundation enabled me to [...Read More...]

Travious Hall – 2011 Intern

Nothing less than extraordinary is how I would describe my experience as a Louis Carr intern for the summer of 2011. Learning what it takes to be successful in my field of study, Mass Communications, could not have been more enlightening.  Working at Walton|Isaacson Advertising agency this summer has made a dramatic impact on my future career and my character. I was able to work with major brands in the industry including AXE, Degree, and Dove. This once in a lifetime  opportunity has given me a better perspective on my career path, insight into the world of advertising and a keen eye for detail.
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Brian Dyson – 2011 Intern

My internship experience at BET Networks in the Media Sales Department, Chicago office was one of the best experiences in my life. I was able to learn valuable lessons and gain experience in the corporate arena that will help propel me into my career. The staff was wonderful and were dedicated to making sure I learned everything about how the business functions in conjunction with the New York office and the L.A. office. I love being in the presence of people who enjoyed their jobs and did everything in their power to make sure things were running properly and that I got thorough training and mentoring. I would recommend the Louis [...Read More...]

Kamau Massey – 2011 Intern

The Louis Carr Internship Foundation has not only provided me with invaluable career opportunities but it has also facilitated my personal growth and professional development.  As a US Marketing intern with McDonald’s Corporation, I have been exposed to the marketing and communication strategies of one of the worlds most recognized and valuable brands. During my experience, I was able to network with corporate leaders in the marketing and advertising industry. Furthermore, my work on meaningful projects allowed me to further develop an understanding of what I might be interested in career-wise.  In addition to a positive work experience, my interactions with Mr. Louis Carr himself and the Foundation staff have [...Read More...]