Dear Future Associate

Dear Future Associate,

If you’re reading this, you’re probably preparing for your first day at DEVENEY and we couldn’t be more excited for you.

As our time here comes to a close, we’ve had the chance to reflect on everything we’ve learned, experienced, and enjoyed. This internship gave us more than just agency experience. It gave us hands-on opportunities to write with purpose, manage real client work, and think strategically about communications. It also gave us the space to observe, ask questions, and truly grow.

One of the most valuable lessons we’ve learned? The power of collaboration. At DEVENEY, teamwork isn’t just encouraged, it’s embedded into every part of the process. Whether we were building media lists, drafting social content, or sitting in on meetings, we always felt supported by a team that was ready to guide us, challenge us, and celebrate our growth.

Everyone’s internship will look a little different. But here are a few things that made ours meaningful and might help you make the most of yours:
• Be present, even when you’re not the one talking. You’ll learn a lot just by watching how the team communicates and collaborates.
• Speak up about what you want to learn. There’s always an opportunity to explore something new, don’t hesitate to ask.
• Ask questions. It shows you’re engaged, not unprepared. Curiosity is part of the job.
• Step outside your comfort zone. Some of the most rewarding experiences start with unfamiliar tasks.
• Find your rhythm. It takes time to get into the groove of agency life, but once you do, it’s incredibly fulfilling.

We’re grateful for the unforgettable memories we made here and for the chance to go through it together.

So, to the next DEVENEY Associate: do it all. Be curious, be confident, and be open to everything this experience has to offer. You’re in the right place.

Wishing you the best,
Stella Bosio & Vivian DiSalvo