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"The people were great to work with and the experience to implement my graphic design skills was one that I will never forget. For my first time as a graphic designer in the "real world," I created a website that will be viewed by many people through one of the most well known national laboratories in the world. I was able to take the complicated subject of cosmic rays and relay it to students and teachers through art." - Krista Feierabend, AGD, Brookhaven National Lab, NY |
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| "Being an artist is difficult. It is not just about the artwork. There is a lot of competition. Even if you are extremely talented, galleries have a number of reasons not to accept you. There may be too many artists on staff or your work does not have the selling capacity of the next person. Your work may be insightful, deep, artistic, and meaningful, but if people will not put it on their living room wall, it's hard to make a decent living. I learned that even professional artists are not always happy with their work. This was such a relief to learn." - Tara Coleman, DPG, Chrysalis Gallery
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| "Students going into their first co-op should be ready to learn more than they ever thought they could. They should try very hard to do what is asked, and really absorb what is going on in the studio around them because they will learn more and get a lot of experience. I did not think that I needed to do a co-op, and I did not want to do one at all. But after I spent all summer at Shapland Creative, I realize that it was the best thing that I could have done. I have earned a full-time position in which I will continue to get experience and really get to use what I studied in school." - Alison Dittko, AGD, Shapland Graphic Design
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 | "As I look back at the intimidating situations I faced, I have realized that they really helped me. Audrey taught me that not everyone is nice and cooperative, and that is just how it is. Communicating with her also toughened me up when talking on the phone. I am proud to say that I have become more analytical as a result of working at Hildreth's. At first, when there was a problem with something, I would always run and ask for help. Now, I will dissect the problem and try to come up with the correct solution." - Catherine Calia, BUS, Hildreth's Department Store
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| "When I was standing down there for the first time, looking up at the huge stadium around me, watching the opposing players take batting practice, and seeing the Dodgers all filing into the dugout right next to me, I knew this was exactly what I wanted to do. Working for the Kids Take the Field program, it was my job to meet the kids in the designated lot, make sure their release forms were signed, get them redressed in their official shirts and hats, and get them down to the field to select a player. One of the highlights of my job was seeing the look on a 9-year-old's face as he meets his big league hero. It was amazing. When the kids got up close to the players, some became speechless and some got so excited they couldn't stop talking. The players were all so wonderful with the kids, which I found really endearing. The hardest part of the Kids Take the Field program was getting the kids back to me when they ran off the field." - Signe Hilton, GBO, Los Angeles Dodgers
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"My fluency in both English and Spanish has really helped me out. I have met many Spanish-speaking media people and they were happy to see a Spanish-speaking media relations person. I happened to be the only one in the office who spoke Spanish, which was a little shocking to me because such a high percentage of the team is Latin." - Alvaro Montenegro, GBO, N.Y. Mets
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| "My objective at the library was to acquire an extensive knowledge of its procedures and to recognize the administrative skills necessary to manage such an establishment. Further, I wanted to attain and develop other skills required to market myself in the future. I think my goals were met at the library because of my newfound understanding of this organization. I understand my director's thinking and frame of mind, and I also developed an awareness of my surroundings. I learned about budgets, events, schedules, procedures, systems and methods regarding the library. My thoughts and feelings towards libraries in general have changed and led to future interests. In addition, my experience resulted in a job and has introduced me to other interesting positions in the library. Lastly, I can say I have a common goal with the staff at the library, which is to serve the educational, cultural, and intellectual needs of communities near and far. My time here has changed me and has given me a new perspective on libraries. I look forward to continuing my ongoing service to the library as well as the community." - Tafare Berryman, BAB, Rogers Memorial Library
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 | "My goal was to write one story per week, which documented the town of Port Jefferson and the ferries, which have crossed the sound since 1883. The story was distributed on the ferries as an advertisement, and it contained an abundance of historical information. Upon completion of the last story, I pieced the stories together to form one large body of work which was submitted to some of the local papers." - Brian Smith, ELW, Bridgeport & Port Jefferson Steamboat Company
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| "As an English major with a creative writing focus, I intended to immerse myself in journalism to tighten my editing and linguistic skills. Along the way I encountered various opportunities for growth and ultimately achieved the hoped-for-results. As a new employee in a field in which I knew nothing, I was nervous and eager to please. However, my willingness to be corrected and learn from my mistakes paid off when I became fluent in obituary and brief styles and was accepted as part of the team. I began to enjoy the obituary process in which grieving loved ones would share intimate information with a candid and thankful spirit. Description should be clear without losing its subtlety, not an over-elaborate portrait of unnecessary details and emotional baggage. Through this Co-op I have learned the value of linguistic simplicity." - Chelsea Terris, ENL, Times Review
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"Throughout the initial weeks at the job I observed various methods of stress management-- how each of my co-workers dealt under pressure in his or her own way. I learned that each person had a different mechanism for handling situations and the best thing for me to do was to stay calm and help in whatever way I could. I learned that it is important to treat everyone with respect. It is also important to avoid overly indulging the rich and obnoxious, and to maintain awareness for those less fortunate. In addition I observed that even the slightest detail makes a difference, whether positive or negative. Therefore, it is important to execute each take in the most efficient way possible to ensure smooth office operation. Initially I was slightly intimidated by the fact that I was at least twenty years younger than the rest of the office staff. Despite this age barrier, I was able to have a positive, friendly relationship with everyone in the office in which I felt a mutual respect and a positive exchange of ideas." - Jennifer McLoughlin, COM, Hampton Classic Horse Show |
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| "Originally my goal was to get a co-op and learn as much as I could about the business. Now that I have succeeded in that measure I am now setting a goal to finish college, and trying to find an entry-level position in advertising. Learning how to speak and write well are major necessities in advertising. In addition to having responsibility for basic everyday functions, I learned how to be a better communicator, and now I know how to run a corporate meeting. I gained valuable skills by working in a team situation and handling the problems that came along everyday." - Sarah Lapare, COM, The Lord Group |  |
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 | Joel Rodney, AGD,
Dan's Papers |
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| Trina Michne and
Rebecca Lehmann, PIX, Tapp Francke Photography
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 | Trish Alameda, COM, Tommy Boy |
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| Nathan Henry, AGD, Tool Box |  |
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 | Jason Hojenski, COM, Eagle Rock Entertainment |
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Typical Co-Op Placements
| Sports Mkt/mgmt/pr | | Communications | | Broadcasting |
| LA Dodger | | Artemis Records | | MTV |
| MY Mets | | Eagle Rock Entertainment | | Madison Square GArden |
| LI Ducks | | Tommy Boy Records | | Marvel |
| NY Power | | Virgin Records | | Judge Hatchett |
| USGA | | Vision Theatre | | ABC |
| | | John Drew Theater | | News 12 Long Island |
| Graphic Design | | Maritime Music | | Fox |
| Crown Advertising | | | | Cablevision |
| WordHampton | | Art Galleries | | Sony |
| Marvel | | Guild Hall | | Bay Street Theater |
| Steve Maden | | Parrish Art Museum | | |
| Canon | | Pollack Krasner House and Study Center | | Humanities |
| Brookhaven National Laboratory | | Chrysalis Gallery | | Dan's Papers |
| Iron Horse | | Jeff Muhs Studio | | East Hampton Star |
| Visionary Graphics | | Steele Gallery | | Southampton Press |
| Curran and Connors | | DIA Center for Arts | | Sag Harbor Express |
| | | | | The Independent |
| Business Admin/Finance | | | | Fire Island News and Review |
| UBS | | | | Times Review |
| American Express | | | | Suffolk Life |
| Bridgehampton National Bank | | | | Blue Sand |
| Walt Disney World | | | | Hampton Library |
| Wolffers Estate Vineyard | | | | John Rogers Memorial Library |
| Paumonok Vineyard | | | | |
| Nature Conservancy | | | | |
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