This article first appeared on AutoMarketInsights.

This year marked the start of the Marketing Team’s first-ever formally organized Copart Marketing Internship Program, strategically created for college students and recent graduates eager to bridge the gap between academia and business. Some of the most talented young adults from across the country gained experience across the department.

Internships are essential for college students looking to advance her or his career, but many students and recent graduates don’t know what to look for or what to expect.

Through hands-on application and complete integration into the Marketing Team, interns helped launch global marketing campaigns, brainstorm and execute social media strategy, assist in content management of the company’s e-commerce websites, support internal and external communications initiatives and so much more.

Check out the interview video to meet this summer’s Marketing interns and hear about their experience!