Get to Know Audrey Jackman, Marketing & Events Intern

​My name is Audrey Jackman. I am going to be a senior at Indiana State University, majoring in marketing. I am the Marketing & Events Intern for the West Central Indiana Partnership this summer. I am looking forward to this experience and the connections I can make throughout the region. I am from Brazil, Indiana, and have an  interest in staying close to home. I am excited to work for an organization that values the community and encourages local networking. I am also hoping to create lasting relationships through the Internship Experience IN West Central Indiana. I have no doubt that this internship will help me achieve my personal and professional goals.

Internships have such a vital role in the future of communities and businesses. Internships provide a safe space for students to gain experience before having an official title. Employers also benefit from having interns. They have a chance to get to know a potential employee. This allows them to have a trial period to see how the intern may fit within the company. The process of an internship allows college students to have a full-time job waiting for them after graduation. Internships are a great workforce pipeline tool for employers.

What is your favorite thing to do in West Central Indiana?
Considering that I am from West Central Indiana and attend college within West Central Indiana, I clearly enjoy the area. My favorite thing to do in the area is to go to a local coffee shop with friends followed by a round of golf! My favorite coffee shop is Gotcha Coffee in Brazil. The employees know my friends and I by name while greeting us with a smile. I played golf in high school. My friends and I still get together to play. I grew up golfing at Forest Park. I love the sun, the trees and seeing everyone you know. 

What is your favorite restaurant in the region?
My favorite restaurant within the area has to be Freddy’s in Brazil. Out of all the Mexican restaurants in the area, I always recommend Freddy’s. It is impossible to walk in and not see people you know. Everyone who eats at Freddy’s comes back every weekend. It is owned by the kindest, hard-working family you could meet. Their chicken, cheese and rice is the best meal on the menu. Their catering is also very popular; everyone loves Freddy’s!

What is your dream job?
My dream job would allow me to stay close to home and have a family. I would love to be able to work in marketing within West Central Indiana. Marketing is something I am truly passionate about. One of the reasons I enjoy my current internship is the fact that I can use my love for the community while marketing. I am excited to see what the specifics of my future job might look like!

If you could bring one thing to West Central Indiana, what would it be?
If I could bring one thing to West Central Indiana, it would be something fun for young people to do. To keep more college students in the region after graduation, there is an opportunity for exciting entertainment options such as a Top Golf or Skyzone. It would be a good idea to brainstorm with members of the community and see what would fit best.

I am so excited to see how this internship can further my knowledge of marketing. I hope to network with members of the region and make an impact in some way. I am thankful to be working with a great team who has a love for the community. I am looking forward to stepping out of my comfort zone and learning from successful people!

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