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ginia, and Illinois. Actually seeing the large equipment I had learned about in my college lecture hall allowed me to develop a much deeper understanding of the overall processes. During the internship I worked on numerous projects that ranged from sales and marketing research, to CAD table design, to providing input on further developing Hood’s internship program. During the fall of my senior year, I once again returned to the ICPF Career Portal to explore career opportunities for new graduates. I applied to and was honored to be of- fered a Commercial Sales Trainee position with WestRock. Through this program, I also would have the chance to again use my voice in working with the company in further developing a program that would appeal to new hires and best prepare them for a successful path into the future. After graduating in May 2021, I have been enjoying ev- ery moment and the mentors who are supporting me in my role with WestRock. I could not have asked for a posi- tion that is more down my alley. I look forward to pursuing my career in the corrugated industry with WestRock for years to come. I also plan to continue connecting students with the corrugated industry by spreading awareness of ICPF and its corrugated packaging and display industry resources.” ICPF hopes this article will encourage ICPF Corporate Partners to use ICPF’s resources for their student interns and new graduate needs in 2022 and beyond.
pandemic, the unique layout we organized for the virtual Teleconference was a complete success. Not only were students able to virtually attend to hear from industry lead- ers such as Brain McPheely, Global CEO of Pratt indus- tries in the USA, and VISY in Australia, but they were indi- vidually placed into smaller breakout rooms according to their industry interests, where they asked questions and networked with executives and students from across the country. Speaking to 400 talented students about career opportunities in the corrugated packaging industry truly made me feel as though I had come full circle. There are many other resources ICPF has to offer, from helping to organize guest speakers in the classroom to mentor-mentee programs to scholarship information and more. However, one of the most valuable resources for me was the ICPF Career Portal. I made a profile online at careers.icpfbox.org , searched through available jobs and internship positions from leading companies within the in- dustry, and applied easily. I began using this tool right after my first Teleconference and was offered and accepted a special internship opportunity with Hood Container for the summer of 2020. My internship with Hood Container exposed me to so many corrugated facilities and caring people who want- ed to help me learn about the industry. I traveled to sev- en Hood facilities in North Carolina, South Carolina, Vir-
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