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Barkin McKeithan Scholarship
At Mueller Communications, we work behind the scenes to bring our clients’ stories to the forefront and use communications tools to solve complex problems.
You'll also enjoy
other perks, such as:
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A flexible work schedule
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Professional development lunches
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A fully-stocked kitchen
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Attendance at luncheons and other special events
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A beautiful office space inside The Milwaukee Fortress
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On-site amenities, including a workout facility, courtyard and rooftop deck to enjoy summer days and Happy Hours
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A warm and welcoming team of mentors to help you build your professional career
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?
Mueller Communications is a full-service communications and marketing agency located in Milwaukee. We work across the entire communications spectrum, so whether an organization has good news to promote or a challenging situation to manage, our team of experts can develop a solution to meet their needs. We provide a diverse set of services and have an equally diverse client roster of organizations of all sizes, across all industries — all with a shared connection to or love of our community and our state.
With Mueller, you’ll get the opportunity to work with some of the region’s most influential players, from national healthcare organizations and retailers, to beloved cultural institutions and community organizations — and everything in between. In a single week, you might draft a press release, attend a news conference, build a marketing campaign, write ad copy, or help out with a video shoot. Two days are never the same. We take pride in the great work that we do, but we’re even more proud working in this city knowing we’ve made a real impact. We know you will, too.
Want to Join us?
While applications for our Barkin McKeithan Summer Internship and Scholarship have wrapped (thanks for the amazing interest!), we're constantly on the lookout for brilliant minds to join our team.
Do you have a passion for PR, Marketing, Design, or building stellar websites? We want to hear from you!
Shoot your resume over to HR@muellercommunications.com and let's chat about how you can be part of our amazing crew. We can't wait to meet you!
MEET OUR
PREVIOUS SCHOLARS
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Soraya Keiser
2023
A summer internship at Mueller Communications was a great opportunity for Soraya Keiser, a current senior at Bethel University, to put her education in journalism and international relations and her experience as a reporter and editor for both newspaper and magazine, online and print publications into action. Following her summer internship, Mueller Communications was pleased to recommend Ms. Keiser in her pursuit of a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship to study and teach abroad post-graduation.
NICOLE ANDERSON
2022
Nicole was our 2022 Ben Barkin scholar and wowed us all with her work ethic, her enthusiasm and her desire to be in the office each and every day at a time when many people are still choosing to work from home! Nicole graduated from Marquette University with a degree in corporate communications and currently works for Good Karma Brands as a Partnership Development Specialist.
Evita Evers
2020
Evita Evers was the 2020 Ben Barkin Scholar. Ms. Evers is currently enrolled at Mount Mary University, studying communication and justice, with a concentration in public relations and has plans to attend law school after graduation.
Lauren GEORGE
2019
Lauren George currently works at Mueller Communications full-time as a Client Manager after completing the Ben Barkin Internship. Lauren graduated from Marquette University in May of 2020, with a degree in public relations, history and political science.
JESUS RIVERA
2018
Jesus Rivera currently works to educate future communicators at Edgewood College in Madison. Following his internship at Mueller, Mr. Rivera worked as a Law Enforcement Public Relations Contractor and as a Media Relations Specialist for the Milwaukee Police Department. In May of 2019, Mr. Rivera graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee with a degree in communications.
Savannah Akinsanya
2017
Savannah Akinsanya works as a Program Manager at Salesforce in New York. Following her internship at Mueller Communications, Ms. Akinsanya worked for the Indianapolis Colts and Sparks. Ms. Akinsanya graduated from Ball State University in 2018 with a degree in public relations and marketing.
Mary Dechant
2016
Mary DeChant currently works as a Senior Account Executive at Laughlin Constable. After completing the Ben Barkin Internship, Ms. DeChant went on to intern at Hoffman York and Walt Disney World and began her full-time career at BVK. Ms. DeChant graduated from Marquette University in 2017 with a degree in public relations, advertising and applied communication.
JULIA Schmeling
2015
Julia Schmeling is currently a Senior Manager in the supply chain area with Walmart. After several years working in public relations at Kohl's, Julia secured her MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern. After completing the Ben Barkin Internship, Ms. Markun worked as an associate full-time at Mueller Communications. Ms. Markun graduated from Marquette University in May 2016 with a degree in public relations.
Rachel Berkowitz
2014
Rachel Berkowitz currently works as a Vice President and Senior Marketing and PR Specialist for Baird. Prior to this, Ms. Berkowitz continued to work at Mueller Communications full-time after completing the Ben Barkin Internship. In 2015, she graduated from Marquette University with a Bachelor of Arts in public relations, advertising and film studies.
Lauren Peter
2013
Lauren Peter recently achieved her Certified Financial Planner designation and serves as growth and development director at Northwestern Mutual. After completing the Ben Barkin Internship, Ms. Peter worked with Autism Speaks- Wisconsin/Iowa, Best Buddies International, Mandel Group, Inc. and the Milwaukee Bucks. Ms. Peter graduated from Marquette University with a Bachelor of Arts in public relations, marketing and economics.
HEATHER LAING
2012
Heather Laing is currently senior director of strategic initiatives at Tory Burch in New York City. Prior to this, Ms. Laing spent several years as an Associate at McKinsey & Company, a management consulting company in Chicago. Before joining McKinsey & Company, Ms. Laing worked at KB Partners, Ross Stores, Inc. and Macy's Department Store. After completing the Ben Barkin Internship, Ms. Laing graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and went on to continue her education at Harvard Business School in 2016.