February 18, 2022
In turn with Landon Stevenson
Landon Stevenson is an entrepreneurship major and plans to graduate in December of ’22. As a community college transfer with an associate degree, he hit the ground running toward his major by taking a couple of classes with the Miller School’s Corey Pulido.
“Along with a consulting class with Dr. Harris, I’ve gained experience working with business owners.”
As a RISE29 intern, Stevenson has expanded his experiences by working with area economic development agencies to look into the feasibility of implementing home-to-work transportation systems.
“Some downtowns have limited parking areas, and some people have limited means on how to get to work,” said Stevenson. “We’re trying to give people the ability to be more independent.”
How have you applied what you learned in the College of Business to your internship?
I was able to apply the leadership knowledge that I gained and bring people together in teams. This allowed me to get experience as a leader.
What was the most challenging thing you experienced during your internship; how did the COB help you overcome it?
Getting people to respond to surveys proved challenging. I leaned on some methods in my marketing class – strength in numbers – to bump up the numbers.
What has the internship taught you about responsibility?
Time management. Interning 20 hours a week, taking five classes, going to the gym, and finding time to be with family. Balancing all of that taught me about managing time responsibly.
Why would you recommend a fellow student to intern?
If your resume includes jobs that don’t pertain to your career, the likelihood of getting a career-oriented job is very low. Getting that internship and gaining that experience will give you connections to add to your resume, which could help you get the job you want.