ACCESS INTELLIGENCE

MEDIA ASSOCIATE PROGRAM

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WHAT IS THE MEDIA ASSOCIATE PROGRAM?

Access Intelligence’s Media Associate program offers recent graduates the opportunity to gain experience in several essential business functions,

including Sales, Marketing, Editorial, Digital Analytics, and Event Management, over the course of one year. You’ll be challenged daily with meaningful work under the guidance of our talented Managers, Directors, and VPs, and will be responsible for meeting deadlines, producing results,

and contributing to the innovative content that sets Access Intelligence apart from our competitors.

The Associate program is located in our Rockville, Maryland headquarters, with rotations available in Norwalk, Connecticut.

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WHY SHOULD I CONSIDER A ROTATION PROGRAM?

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The goal of our program is to provide you with a well-rounded understanding of business functions and help you make a more informed

decision about your career path. You’ll have the opportunity to try out several roles, as well as several industries, and discover your own strengths and weaknesses. Rotations change each year based on business needs and

the interests of our Associates, but always provide interesting, valuable learning experiences.

I wanted an opportunity to explore my options while also gaining valuable experience. AI exposed me to career paths I never would’ve known I was interested in had I not had this opportunity.” REBECCA LINCKS, 2012-2013 ASSOCIATE; CURRENT E-MEDIA MARKETING MGR

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The goal of our program is to provide you with a well-rounded understanding of business functions and help you make a more informed decision about your

career path. You’ll have the opportunity to try out several roles, as well as several industries, and discover your own strengths and weaknesses. Rotations change

each year based on business needs and the interests of our Associates, but always provide interesting, valuable learning experiences.

Past rotations have included positions such as:

Event marketing for tradeshows and conferences

Print and digital content creation with our editorial teams Sales for print and digital content, exhibit space, and sponsorships

Digital analysis of social media and web traffic data

WHAT KIND OF ROTATIONS WILL I HAVE?

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Yes! As an Associate, you’ll work the same schedule, in the same positions, and be held to the same standards as all of our full-time employees. You are

paid a competitive salary and will be eligible for our generous health and time off benefits.

In addition, you’ll get all of the perks the rest of our employees share,

including our casual dress code, early closing at 3:00 on Fridays year-round, and a variety of flexible scheduling options to our eligible employees.

AM I A FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE?

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Throughout the program you’ll be challenged to work in areas you might not have otherwise considered, and in doing so, you’ll strengthen not only your

business knowledge, but your leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills. As the program nears completion, you’ll sit down with our team to discuss your interests and strengths with the goal of finding you a

full-time role at Access Intelligence.

We’ve hired 91% of our past Associates into exceptional roles upon completion of their rotations. After just one year, Associates are hired into

roles that generally require 3+ years of experience, such as Marketing Manager, Analytics Coordinator, Sales Representative, and Assistant

Managing Editor.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THE PROGRAM ENDS?

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DO I HAVE THE RIGHT BACKGROUND FOR THIS PROGRAM?

I found my experience from my previous internships and my Public Communication degree to be invaluable in my rotations. Whether I was working online with a content management system to create and edit copy, or reviewing social media outreach to craft ‘best practices’ reports, knowing my way around digital spaces was key.” STACY HILL, 2012-2013 ASSOCIATE; CURRENT DIGITAL ANALYTICS COORDINATOR

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In addition to undergraduate work in Communications, Journalism, Business, or a related function, we’re looking for candidates who have

been active throughout their college career. We want to see work experience, involvement in school activities, an exceptional grasp of written and verbal communication, and a history of demonstrated success. Above all, we’re seeking individuals who are curious and

dedicated to advancing their career within the media industry.

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STILL NOT SURE THE ASSOCIATE PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Check out profiles of our current and former Associates to get a feel for what we’re looking for,

and what you can expect as an Associate.

Current Role: Marketing Coordinator Education: Lehigh University, Class of 2013 Global Studies Major; Minors in Business and Graphic Design Internships: Marketing and event support for 5280 Magazine; PR & Graphic Design for Vista Magazine in Florence, Italy Rotations:

For the RETECH Conference & Exhibition, I was responsible for putting together the onsite Program Guide. It was a lot of work, but it turned into a finished product that I could hold

in my hands at the show and take ownership of, which was really cool.”

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FORMER ASSOCIATE PROFILE: RACHEL SCHARMANN

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Current Role: Product & Customer Success Coordinator Education: Baylor University, Class of 2012 PR & New Media Major; Business Marketing Concentration Internships: Marketing and PR support for the Baylor Women’s basketball team; Created a media campaign for Waco Cultural Arts Festival; Social Media management for clients Rotations:

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FORMER ASSOCIATE PROFILE: COLIN SURGUINE

“ Throughout my time here I’ve gained a tremendous amount of experience, including working with analytics and big data, covering events in D.C. and writing articles for CableFAX.com,

and event marketing with the Satellite industry’s biggest conference.”

Current Role: Assistant Managing Editor Education: Northeastern University, Class of 2013 Journalism Major Internships: PR/Communications support for MFS Investment Management; Editorial and social media for Massachusetts Biotechnology Corporation; Editorial for TechTarget Rotations:

Throughout the whole program I learned more than I thought would be possible during 3 month rotations. I was able to get over some of my fears (sales) and be a part of some

great projects. I've been given great amounts of responsibilities, but when you have a strong team supporting you it's a lot of fun.“

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FORMER ASSOCIATE PROFILE: KATIE KRIZ

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Education: Lehigh University, Class of 2014 Journalism & Communications Major; Music Industry Minor Internships: Social Media marketing for WDIY Radio; PR Intern, J2 Communications; Multimedia Editor, Brown & White Rotations:

I have realized how rare and valuable the rotational aspect of the program is. It has given me a chance to enhance my ability in areas I knew I was interested in, such as marketing, as well as

develop new skills that I had no idea I would enjoy and appreciate so much, such as data analytics.

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CURRENT ASSOCIATE PROFILE: MAI HANOON

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Education: Northwestern University, Class of 2014 Journalism Major; Medill Integrated Marketing Communications Certificate Internships: PR Account Executive; Community Engagement Intern, Chicago Public Schools; Editor-in-Chief & Co-Founder, Pulse Magazine Rotations:

“AI’s Media Associate Program is a really unique opportunity to gain exposure to multiple parts of the media business in a short time. I made a lot of positive discoveries about myself and the industry that I doubt would have been made anywhere else. As an associate I was warmly welcomed and taken seriously by every team I rotated through—it was a great experience.”

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CURRENT ASSOCIATE PROFILE: ASHLEY POWELL

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Education: Lehigh University, Class of 2014 International Relations Major; Entrepreneurship Minor Internships: Brand strategy management and website content design for luxury athletic apparel; Real Estate Acquisitions and Development Rotations:

The most valuable aspect of the Media Associate program has been the hands on experience and exposure. From working on-site at events, to creating visual displays of big data, I’ve been given

the opportunity to work in numerous fields, and across numerous industries, to both gain a better understanding of how our company operates, and to determine what exactly it is that I’d like to do

with my career.”

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CURRENT ASSOCIATE PROFILE: BLAKE KRAMER

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To apply for our program, please submit your resume and a cover letter to Jobs@AccessIntel.com by March 31, 2015.

Our interview process begins in March, with offers extended by graduation in late May. Associates generally start their first

rotation with us in July.

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HOW DO I APPLY?