A LA-Girl in Detroit!

Hi everyone,

Over the years it has become tradition that every new intern at AutoCom introduces herself/himself on the AutoCom Intern Blog. Now it is my turn!

My name is Miriam and I am 23 years old. Just before I arrived in Detroit, I lived in Brussels for three months, where I interned at the Representation of the Free State of Bavaria to the EU. When I am not doing internships, I am studying International Cultural and Business Studies at the University of Passau. Originally, I am from LA… Landshut (Bavaria) and not Los Angeles (California)!

This isn’t my first visit to Michigan. Seven years ago, I spent three weeks in Lansing visiting friends. Back then, I would have never imagined that someday I would have the opportunity to do an internship at a public relations agency in the Detroit area. Now I am here in Bloomfield Hills, and it is just perfect!

I spent my first couple of days in the United States applying for my social security card, opening my bank account, buying a cell phone and adapting to the freezing temperatures!

Last Monday, I had my first day in the office. Everyone was so nice to me! Thanks for your warm welcome! Anja showed me all the work I am going to be in charge of, and now I am feeling ready to start working as an account assistant at AutoCom Associates!

I am looking forward to working with you for the next six months and I am excited about what I will learn from you about public relations!

Miriam

Comments

Andi said…

Welcome Miriam!! :)

Tue Mar 10, 11:14:00 AM

Anonymous said…

Glad to have you with us Miriam! Welcome to the team....we're all looking forward to working with you over the next six months.

Tue Mar 10, 02:17:00 PM

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