ALKU

Resource Manager - Intern

January 2023 • Harrisonburg, VA

What I liked

I really found to like the fast paced, relationship building aspect of the company. On both sides of the desk, hiring managers, sub-contractors, and consultants alike, ALKU plays a key role in fostering long term relationships with their customers and shareholders to extend the employment quality and lifecycle of the people we work with.

What I wish was different

I would've loved to see cross divisional training, allowing both interns and full time employee to be able to support different divisions while still being able to capitalize on their skills as a recruiter or account manager.

Advice

Get comfortable being uncomfortable! You get the opportunity to connect and build relationships with a diverse group of incredibly bright individuals, while creating lasting relationships with corporate, government, and private entities.

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Account Manager Intern (Medical Devices)

September - December 2023 • Andover, MA

What I liked

I loved the office environment and the welcoming and supportive team here.

What I wish was different

Its hard to think of anything I would want to change! I suppose that we could have interacted more with interns at other locations to compare our experiences.

Advice

Everyone is here to help, make sure to ask questions and take advantage of the great resources at ALKU.

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Account Manager Intern

August 2023 • Durham, NH

What I liked

I like the flexibility ALKU offers with my ever changing class schedule. The office also has a great environment where you get to meet people from all over campus. The best part is that I've been able to learn something new everytime I come into the office. There are always full time people from the Andover Office visiting so you get to meet experienced professionals as well as work with other interns.

What I wish was different

I wish I had accepted my Summer Intern offer with ALKU and not deferred until the semester started!

Advice

Be ready to dial the phone. You will hear a lot of dial tones and talk to alot of angry people. If you can keep a positive mindset and continue to grind, you will be successful at ALKU. You also need to soak in as much information as possible because there will always be something new to learn!

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Program Manager

February 2023 • Harrisonburg, VA

What I liked

The internship is focused on building long term success in the company. The internship builds strong communication skills and gives you the opportunity to grow in a fast paced environment.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

You will get out what you put into this job. Be prepared to work for what you want.

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Account Manager Intern (sales)

June 2023 • Harrisonburg, VA

What I liked

I loved the enviornment at ALKU, especially in the summer when getting to work fulltime hours. It truly is an uplifting motiviating, have fun working hard place. One of my favorite parts of being at ALKU was how willing everyone is to help. No matter if its a fulltime person in a different office or an intern every person is willing to give advice and be benefical. Being on the phones handling new objections as they come, and when youa rent sure how to handle it dicussing it right after to learn some methods. it was a great educatinal experiance and developed my sales skills a lot.

What I wish was different

I wish there was a little more shown about what a true day to day life is as a fulltime emplpyee, what the whole sales cycle from a coldcall to the deal closing looks like. You learn about it in pieces and can ask about it and have it explained. Just wish we were shown more clarly from start to fully understand the job, since interns unless you have signed an offer only get to a certain point in the cycle.

Advice

If you intern at ALKU ask questions, be a sponge, take every training and phone call with importnance. Make sure to reach out to fulltime people be curious and show a willingness to grow and want to master your own desk.

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Recuiter

January 2023 • Harrisonburg, VA

What I liked

I loved the experience that ALKU gives interns. Cold calling was a difficult task to accomplish but it is such an important skill to have in Marketing. The office is a nice environment and I loved being surrounded by other interns who were at JMU.

What I wish was different

Not much! Maybe a little more training on certain divisions, but I know ALKU stresses the importance of learning on the job.

Advice

One piece of advice I would share is to definitely pursue this experience if you enjoy talking with people and are willing to persevere through tough days. I had many bad days, but the good days far outweigh the bad ones. This is an excellent opportunity to make good money while doing something I enjoy (talking to people).

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Recruiter

June 2023 • Andover, MA

What I liked

This job gets you out of your comfort zone in ways that pay off with commission and personal network

What I wish was different

I wish our work phones could accept/send text messages

Advice

Trust the process. You won’t make a whole lot of money in the beginning when you’re learning but push through. You’ll start seeing the big bucks the more you improve. Don’t be afraid to ask questions

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Sales Intern

September - December 2023 • Andover, MA

What I liked

This internship gave me experience of what a full time job would be like here and even after I graduate. It brought me connections and skills I wouldn't have been able to gain anywhere else.

What I wish was different

Nothing I can think of

Advice

I would advise future interns to really create those connections with their manager, but also other full time employees. If you want to get into sales, this is a great place to start.

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Recruting Intern

June 2023 • Durham, NH

What I liked

I love the enviroment working at ALKU. I always feel like a have support system who encourages me to push myself. I have been able to experience hands on sales experience that will continue on into my professional carrel. Overall, I have always felt well equipped with the resources and tools I need in order to gain professional sales experience.

What I wish was different

Wish I started sooner!

Advice

An internship at ALKU is a great opportunity if you are looking to work hard and gain sales experience that you can carry on into your professional career.

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Account Manager Intern

February 2023 • Andover, MA

What I liked

Everyone you meet here is so nice and very helpful in order for you to be successful there. Even being virtual it always felt inclusive and every day something fun was going on.

What I wish was different

There isn't much I would change about my experience with ALKU, I am going in person after I graduate but I wish I could have taken some time this summer to go be in person.

Advice

Take advise from all the managers and co workers. Trying to things on your own here will only limit your success, your peers and coworkers will all give great advise on things you can do differently in order to succeed.

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Account Manager Intern

September - December 2023 • Andover, MA

What I liked

I liked the energy around the office and the environment that it formed. People enjoy their time in the office and it reflects in the product of work everyone is doing. The managers and other full-time employees have been a great help with any questions or concerns that the interns may have.

What I wish was different

I don't really wish anything was different here. The environment is awesome, the people are awesome and it has been a great learning experience.

Advice

You can hit walls at anytime in this job, but don't get discouraged. If you keep your head down and keep grinding everyday you can be successful.

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Recruiting intern

September 2023 • Andover, MA

What I liked

What I have enjoyed from my time at ALKU is the amazing people I have met here, my awesome mentor Devin Quinlan, and the opportunity for growth and learning that is provided to us here! It's been a great experience this Fall and I look forward to returning in the Spring!

What I wish was different

Something I wish could be different is the amount of time I spend in the office. Due to having a full course load this semester I've only been able to work 12 hours a week, I wish I could do more!

Advice

One piece of advice I'd like to share is actually advice I've received from several full time employees here at ALKU and that is to get comfortable being uncomfortable. Stepping out of your comfort zone is super important in order to reach your full potential!

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Account Manager Intern (Internet and Software)

September - December 2023 • Andover, MA

What I liked

I liked the work environment a lot, it was high energy and fun while everyone was still hard at work. The full time employees were also great, lending a hand whenever an intern needed help or clarification on a particular matter. Our training center manager Devin Quinlan was especially helpful throughout the entire internship.

What I wish was different

Nothing. The internship had a heavy workload, comparative to other internships I have worked, but the environment around the office made the days go by fast.

Advice

Some days can definitely be rough, but just keep moving forward and the success will come. Don't get discouraged by some small speed bumps along the way.

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Recruiting Intern

September - December 2023 • Durham, NH

What I liked

I love the company culture and work environment in the office! It is a very fun and motivating environment and everyone is helpful and inclusive. My managers truly care about all the interns and want everyone to succeed they have taught us so many valuable skills on how to be successful in sales!

What I wish was different

Nothing, I have loved my experince here! If you are interested in sales this is an amazing opportunity to jumpstart your career!

Advice

One piece of advice I would share about this experince is to not give up and keep working hard. If you have a bad day then learn from those mistakes in order to improve and become a better recruiter!

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Account Management Intern

February 2023 • Durham, NH

What I liked

My managers Caree and Zerinee made the office a fun place to come and work every single day. The summer internship was a great experience and gave me a great look into what a full time office runs like. I really enjoyed the full time employees from Andover coming to the Durham office and providing great insight on how to be a better employee and make more money.

What I wish was different

Honestly I don't think there is anything I would change, it has been great so far and can't wait to go further!

Advice

Keep your head down and have fun working hard, it is a great job with great experience and the office has great vibes.

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Recruiter

February 2022 • Durham, NH

What I liked

What I like most about ALKU is the office culture and environment. Everyone in the office is super welcoming which creates a sense of belonging in the office and brings you closer to your co-workers. Becoming closer with everyone in the office is created a really motivating atmosphere for me. The company's motto is "have fun working hard", and this is certainly true as ALKU employees are always dedicated to their work while having fun doing it! Loved my internships at ALKU!

What I wish was different

Everything was smooth in all my experiences with ALKU. I wouldn't have changed a thing!

Advice

One piece of advice I would share is to get out of your comfort zone. This will always help you in short and long-term experiences. ALKU is a great place to get out of your comfort zone, talking on the phones, networking, etc. I remember when I first started I was so nervous! I pushed myself to just trust the process and since then I can confidently say that I have done a full 180, which has allowed me to learned more about myself and this job!

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Account Manager Intern

September 2022 • Durham, NH

What I liked

My experience at ALKU has been incredible from the start. Since starting in September of 2022, I have been able to gain real hands on experience in both account management and recruiting, and have been able to drastically improve my skills in communication, organization, and sales. Aside from the role itself, the culture at ALKU has been incredibly welcoming and supportive of all interns, and it is abundantly clear that the goal is to see everybody succeed.

What I wish was different

As somebody who is currently on my 5th semester with ALKU (including winter and summer) , I have found that sometimes trainings can become repetitive.

Advice

The best piece of advice I can share is to build connections with everyone you meet here. ALKU is full of some incredible people, both full-time employees and interns, and it is absolutely worth while to take the time to connect with them.

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Account Manager

June 2023 • Durham, NH

What I liked

I like the work environment and my bosses.

What I wish was different

Nothing I think that this is a great company to work at. I am hoping to start a future career here.

Advice

One piece of advice that I have is to be a sponge.

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Sales Intern

May 2023 • Andover, MA

What I liked

ALKU's internship program was a great experience. It was my first internship and had never been in the sales industry before, but my mentors helped me every step of the way. The environment in the office was fun and upbeat, but everyone was pushing each other to do better. Overall great experience and would recommend!

What I wish was different

Advice

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Recruiting Intern

June 2023 • Andover, MA

What I liked

Working at ALKU has taught me so much about the sales industry. I love that even though I am currently working virtually, I am still able to learn about the company and role just as if I was working in person. Through out the internship, I have received great mentorship from both the division I am working for, and my VTC manager. I have been able to connect with and build relationships with students across the east coast.

What I wish was different

N/A

Advice

The most important thing this internship has taught me is to take risks. Trusting your managers and taking risks has proven to be a great way to learn about myself and a great way to succeed in this industry.

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