Work experience. In the real world

The Bitter Lemon Internship 2023

By Lottie, Summer 2023 Intern

I have loved the months spent working at Bitter Lemon Creative as their Summer 2023 Intern - It really has been an opportunity like no other. I have had a proper insight into a creative branding agency, day in, day out.

It is by no means a ‘normal’ internship. I don’t do any photocopying, tea runs, or collecting post. I actually have a real-life role... copywriting, creating graphics, posting on socials, joining in on content days. I even have my own email address (that sealed the deal for me).

I have previously completed different work experience opportunities in Cheltenham, with similar agencies. None have been as helpful and informative as this one. The level of clientele that Bitter Lemon work with is typically inaccessible to someone starting out in the industry - this opportunity changes that. Plus, you can get some BIIIIG connections on LinkedIn.

 Playing a part in client meetings and content days has taught me a lot in the world of professionalism and pitching ideas, sometimes people may not like your idea - and that’s okay! Another big difference is how valued I have felt as part of the team, I don’t feel like ‘just’ the intern, I am actually involved, every day.

Don’t get me wrong. It isn’t easy. But it is inspiring, fun, and I have learnt more than my university degree has taught me in an entire year. Without the 9k debt.

This internship has truly given me the confidence, and connections to pursue a career in a creative marketing role, and in reality, I am now Bitter Lemon Creative’s number 1 fan.

And no, they didn’t pay me to write any of this. Promise.  

Lottie Maurice
Summer Intern 2023