For Hannah Gish, a junior emerging media arts major, it was a no-brainer to jump at the opportunity to study abroad in India and dive into an internship with Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. From gaining hands-on experience in video production to embracing the rich culture, Gish is growing personally and professionally.
Question: You and a handful of other UNL students have the unique opportunity to intern with Infosys-InStep, a top 100 global company. Can you describe what this internship entails and what you have learned so far?
Gish: Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. With projects ranging from business development, cybersecurity, AR/VR, application development and more, Infosys partners with clients from over 50 countries. I have the opportunity to work with the marketing department at Infosys and create a viral video campaign. I am interning alongside three current/graduated Emerging Media Arts students, and our goal is to create content that will reach 5 million views on Infosys’s social media platforms, like LinkedIn. In addition, we are teaming up with the InStep social media coordinators and assisting with content creation. Lastly, we are also working alongside the Communcations Design Group at Infosys and helping in areas of content pre- and post-production. While I have a lot of work to maintain, I have been able to collaborate with industry professionals and learn about the corporate work lifestyle.
Question: What do you hope to take away from this study abroad experience and internship?
Gish: As I take in all that India has to offer, I hope to walk away with the skills that I have been developing as an intern. I have gotten to work with clients directly and work in a fast-paced environment where projects last anywhere between two and 15 days. During my time in India, I have embraced culture by trying new Indian foods, shopping at local hand-made shops, dressing traditionally and exploring the city. Being in Bangalore and India in general has been unlike anything I’ve experienced before, and while I am only here for two months, I am trying to get the most out of it!
Question: How will this internship impact your academic career and professional endeavors?
Gish: Through this internship, I have enhanced, embraced and stretched my creative skills. From areas of pre-production brainstorming, to finalizing details of a video launch, I have exercised so many characteristics that are seen in a creative work environment. The projects I have worked on showcase my ability to contribute to professional settings and demonstrate my readiness for future roles.
Question: What piece of advice would you give to students aspiring to find an internship?
Gish: Thanks to the Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts, I was able to connect with Megan Elliott, the director of the Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts, and express interest in this internship. There are so many available resources for the internship search! It is okay to ask questions and get help with preparation during the internship search and while applying and interviewing for one!
To read more about Gish and her internship, visit the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Medium page at https://go.unl.edu/o87e.
--University Communication and Marketing