“I couldn't begin to descibe the actual value of working in a real television environment.  I've done things and met people I've never imagine I'd have the chance to.  Looking back at what I've been doing these few months, I feel I could jump right in and be successful and that's very satisfying, to know that you can survive in the real world. (with a little help, of course)  When I descibe some of my various roles, I love to tell people, meaning in seriousness and jest, that I'm actually using things I learned in school!”

Steven Derr
Communication
KDKA TV, Pittsburgh, PA

“If you get to experience it, then you find out if that is what you really want to do for the rest of your life.”

Monica Guzowski
Environmental Chemistry
Microbac Laboratories, INC

“Start looking for internships as early as possible.”

Chris Dacko
Chemistry
RANBAR Electrical Materials; Manor, PA

“Every student should have an internship, even if it’s not required. You can only learn so much from books; it’s the real experience that truly prepares you for the future.”

Angela Roppo
Communication
Mullen; Pittsburgh, PA

“As someone aspiring for the Catholic priesthood this internship has provided me with an opportunity to explore modern ministry in the Church. It has also allowed me to become familiar with the multifarious ministries and over all lifestyles of a Catholic cleric, and apply it to the service of the people of God.”

Aron M. Maghsoudi
Religious Education
Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church; Johnstown, PA

“This internship gave me first hand experience in investment banking. I made great contacts with executive officers at PNC.”

Tom Prokop
Business Finance
PNC Capital Markets; Pittsburgh, PA

“My internship was a great opportunity to see other options that I have after graduation. My internship also helped me realize how excited I am to start teaching or working in an education related setting.”

Jennifer Blakley
Chemistry
Carnegie Science Center; Pittsburgh, PA

“This is the greatest experience of my life. I actually enjoy getting up and going to work. This is the best decision I have ever made.”

Natalie Fanell
Communication
WPGH – Fox 53/WB News Room; Pittsburgh, PA

“My co-op experience has definitely been beneficial. Over the summer I worked at a different site for a few days and discovered how much I disliked what I thought I wanted to do. My time at Kozy Kidz, though, was excellent because it proved how much I really do want to teach.”

Kristin D. Sheffler
Psychology
Kozy Kidz; Blairsville, PA

“I really [was able] to understand how different adults deal with mental health symptomologies and how they affect their life in a whole. I was able to see the world through their problems and experiences, rather than my own.”

Jonathan R. Strine
Sociology
Latrobe Hospital; Latrobe, PA