Performance Lifestyle Group Intern Spotlight:
Hope Chen
Hope was born and raised in Taiwan, and moved to the U.S. for college. She is currently studying Communication at UC Santa Barbara as a senior. Hope Chen is the Marketing PLG Intern with the Teva team at Deckers!
What inspired you to pursue an opportunity with product in footwear?
Before going to college, I had already decided to pursue my career in apparel or footwear brands. After moving to Goleta, I was surprised that Deckers is so close to the campus, and that they have an internship program! I am also interested in hiking and camping, and I thought working with the PLG team would be something I’d really like, so I decided to give it a try and here I am!
What would you like to share about your internship experience so far with Deckers on the PLG team?
I have been enjoying my time as an Intern at Deckers, because although I am new and just an intern, people treated me as a full time employee. I remember during my onsite interview where I met Emily, the TA Coordinator, she told me small voices can be heard at Deckers. After interning for 2 months, I have to say that is absolutely true! I always get involved in meetings and decision-making processes, and my thoughts and opinions were always taken by the team members. I am also enjoying working on a major project of this internship about social media!
Who has been an inspirational leader in your professional life? How have they influenced your career goals, passions and interests?
During my last summer internship, I worked as a sales Intern at a small start-up company. My supervisor was very knowledgeable, and she shared a lot of her professional experiences with me. She also taught me that an intern could be more than just an intern if you try hard and prove yourself, encouraging me to achieve as many goals as possible. I learned from her that you always need to create opportunity for yourself.
What are three fun facts you’d like to share?
- I love baking!
- I have a pet Holland Lop and a Shiba Inu.
- I’ve never tried avocado before I moved to California, and now I love it so much!
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