{"id":9720,"date":"2018-08-28T10:33:14","date_gmt":"2018-08-28T15:33:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/?p=9720"},"modified":"2018-08-28T10:33:14","modified_gmt":"2018-08-28T15:33:14","slug":"2018-envoy-internship-its-a-wrap-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.envoyair.com\/2018\/08\/28\/2018-envoy-internship-its-a-wrap-2\/","title":{"rendered":"2018 Envoy Internship, it’s a wrap!"},"content":{"rendered":"

During the 2018 summer, 15 interns from colleges around the U.S. worked in various departments at Envoy Headquarters in Irving, Texas. For 11\u00a0weeks, they were heavily involved in a wide array of projects in departments like Flight Safety, Communications, Finance and Flight Operations.<\/p>\n

By the end of the three months, the interns had gained the invaluable career experience they sought when applying for the positions, and the opportunity to experience the world by using Envoy\u2019s free travel privileges. But before they left to finish out their final semesters of college, a few of the interns sat down to reflect on their time spent at Envoy and to share a bit of advice for future interns.<\/p>\n

Aimee Trejo, 25 \u2013 Communications (Graphic Design)<\/h3>\n

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Aimee was born and raised in Dallas \u2013 in Oak Cliff to be exact \u2013\u00a0and is currently attending the University of Texas at Arlington, focusing on a degree in Visual Communications with a minor in Photography.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m drawn to visuals and graphic design because it allows me to be as creative as I want to be,\u201d said Aimee. \u201cI get to help fill the need of a client with full creative license.\u201d<\/p>\n

At Envoy, Aimee worked with the Corporate Communications team to help support the many departments who have content and graphics needs. Her eye for design and skills using various design software programs gave her the tools to work cohesively with her colleagues.<\/p>\n

\u201cI really loved working with a team, because I got immediate feedback and a fresh pair of eyes to look over my work,\u201d she said. \u201cI was able to ask a ton of questions and bounce around ideas with others who have a good feel for design. That motivated me more.\u201d<\/p>\n

Over the three months, Aimee worked on several projects ranging from print and digital ads to creating T-shirts and challenge coins. Her favorite creations were her graphics for social media, because she got an immediate reaction from the general public.<\/p>\n

Outside of work, Aimee also bonded with the other interns at Envoy, and said that helped her feel more comfortable knowing that she had peers to talk about their experience together. She also loved the sweetest perk of all, free travel privileges, which earned her, her boyfriend and brother a trip to Miami to take in the wonderful Florida beaches.<\/p>\n

Some advice for future interns: \u201cPut in all your effort and get the most out of your experience in the amazing business of aviation.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sa\u00efd Zanati, 22 \u2013 Purchasing<\/h3>\n

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At the time of the interview for this article, Sa\u00efd Zanati was a day over 22, and by that time had already traveled to 44 countries in his lifetime. The University of Houston Supply Chain graduate said he squeezed every ounce out of Envoy\u2019s travel privileges, and flew internationally nearly every weekend.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe free travel was definitely the biggest draw to work for Envoy,\u201d said Sa\u00efd. \u201cThat\u2019s my passion. I want to learn about cultures all over the world from the viewpoint of a local, not a tourist. Because of this internship, I was able to go to South America for the first time in my life!\u201d<\/p>\n

Sa\u00efd was born in Monthey, Switzerland \u2013 where the Toblerone candy is made \u2013 and has lived in Libya, London, Milan and now Texas. Relocating year after year with his parents not only taught him four languages, but also instilled his passion for travel.<\/p>\n

But his internship at Envoy wasn\u2019t all just gallivanting around the globe, Sa\u00efd spent his time learning about Envoy\u2019s own Supply Chain and Purchasing department. His main focus for his project was gathering data and creating a template to use in aircraft parts purchasing, and to optimize Envoy\u2019s buying potential for the best price and warranties.<\/p>\n

\u201cI learned so much from the wide exposure I gained all around the company,\u201d said Sa\u00efd. \u201cIt\u2019s amazing to see how an airline operates and how so many different departments work together to be safe, efficient and on time. I\u2019m just glad that I could contribute my energy and skills to such an important field.\u201d<\/p>\n

Some advice for future interns: \u201cGet your passport ready. You\u2019ll be glad you did.\u201d<\/p>\n

Angela Escoto, 25 \u2013 People Services (Human Resources)<\/h3>\n

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There are those who nerd out on sports, geek out on aviation or know way too much about Game of Thrones<\/em>. Angela Escoto will tell you that she gets her kicks from learning how people think and how that causes them to behave.<\/p>\n

\u201cPsychology is in everything,\u201d said Angela Escoto, a master\u2019s student at Angelo State University.<\/p>\n

Angela worked with the People Services team at Envoy to develop a survey to determine how, when and why employees prefer to receive positive recognition for their hard work. Her studies in Industrial and Organizational Psychology were an exact fit for Envoy\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy love for applying behavior and psychology to the workplace really came out in the project,\u201d said Angela. \u201cThis internship gave me the hands-on experience I needed beyond just book learning.\u201d<\/p>\n

Angela\u2019s passion through all the research and analytics she discovers is to improve the workplace for everyone,\u00a0increasing well-being as well as productivity. This was her first time working in an office setting, so she saw firsthand how employees are affected psychologically on a daily basis.<\/p>\n

\u201cI used to be a grade school teacher, so I\u2019ve seen how a negative environment can affect you emotionally and psychologically,\u201d said Angela. \u201cThat\u2019s what made me want to improve the workplace for others, and give a voice to the employees.\u201d\"Tokyo<\/a><\/p>\n

However much she loved the friendships and teamwork in the office, Angela still found time to get out and see the world. For a quick weekend trip, Angela and a couple of other Envoy interns flew to Tokyo to take in some sights.<\/p>\n

But her travel privileges weren\u2019t only spent on her, she signed up her parents who flew to Cozumel, Mexico and got first-class seats for the first time in their lives \u2013 \u201cthey really spoiled them,\u201d said Angela.<\/p>\n

Angela hopes that this won\u2019t only be a three-month occurrence; she plans on applying to Envoy\u2019s talent recruitment department immediately after graduating next spring.<\/p>\n

\u201cI felt appreciated and welcomed here,\u201d said Angela. \u201cThey never treated me as just an intern. They respected me as an employee.\u201d<\/p>\n

Some advice for future interns: \u201cCome with an open mind, and try to get to know people and use your resources. Also, be prepared to work on more than one project. You\u2019ll get more experience than you\u2019d imagine.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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