Student Spotlight: Casey Orlosky, Marketing Intern
Hi there! Iâm Casey Orlosky, the Marketing & Communications Intern. My position is one year longâI started in June of 2018, and Iâll be leaving in late May of 2019. The most exciting part about my internship is that I earned college credits while living and learning at Longwood. I studied Communications Media at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) in Indiana, Pennsylvania (itâs very confusing, I know). Anyways, all communications students were required to complete a 9-credit, 3-month summer internship in order to graduate. Most students were allowed to walk in May, complete their summer internship, and then graduate in Augustâwhich is what I did. Prior to my internship, I was heavily involved with organizations on campus. I worked as a social media manager for HerCampus.com, an online magazine for college aged women; a marketing intern for IUP Dining; and the media chair for the Student Activity Committee (STATIC), which brought headliners such as Lil Dicky, Mac Miller, Lil Uzi Vert, Mayday Parade, and Bo Burnham to my campus. Â
Hanging out with Mayday Parade after a STATIC event.
What is your favorite plant?
I really like daisies. Theyâre very simplistic, they come in a variety of colors, and everyone is familiar with them. Growing up, my mom planted daisies around our house and she would always get so annoyed when I picked them from her flower beds.
Cheesinâ with some daisies.
What is your favorite Garden at Longwood? What is your favorite part of Longwood?
My favorite Garden at Longwood is the Conservatory in the Peirce-du Pont House. This is where my office is located and where I spend a majority of my time. I love this space because the ceiling is sky-high, the color palette is calming, and the details in the architecture are very impressive. Also, my second favorite plant is located in here. Itâs a massive Swiss cheese plant (Monstera deliciosa) that grows on a column from floor to ceiling. Â
Check out those monsterous Monstera leaves! My office is behind that window, by the way.Â
What is the best part of being a student?
The best part about being a student are the wonderful opportunities weâre given. Our program encourages us to pursue professional development, whether it be attending a conference, seminar, or taking courses related to our field. In October of 2018, two interns and I were fortunate enough to attend the Adobe Max Conference in Los Angeles. We spent three days attending workshops, networking with more than 14,000 creatives, and learning first-hand from Adobe professionals. I learned new techniques to use in Photoshop and even learned how to use one of Adobeâs latest products for video editing before it was even released!
Jolisa Copeman (Display Design Intern), Zuny Jamatte (Seed Your Future Intern), and myself during Adobe Max!Â
What is your background in horticulture (or whatever field you are in)?
I have no prior background in horticulture, which is surprising considering that I work in a Garden. However, I learned a lot since Iâve been working here. I write and source imagery for Longwoodâs social media posts, which helps expose me to many types of plants.
A rare photo of me gardening.
Why did you want to come to Longwood and what do you think helped you get the position?
What interested me the most about this position was the fact Iâd be working with an organization and non-profit that is so prestigious. Itâs a great resume-builder and I knew that I would learn valuable marketing skills during my time here. Living rent free on property while also being paid was also an added incentive. I definitely think my experience helped me get my current position. I gained three years of marketing experience during my four years at IUP, which is something that most students my age didnât have. Â Â
Cooling off in the Waterlily Display.Â
What do you do at work? Highlight your favorite project or what you do day-to-day.
If you follow Longwood Gardens on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, then you see a lot of what I do. I write our social media posts, source imagery, film & design Instagram stories, create Facebook events, respond to comments/questions, and much more. I also spend write our monthly Member newsletter, track our analytics for Instagram stories, and take photographs throughout the Gardens.
One of my favorite photos Iâve takenâthe Orangery during Orchid Extravaganza.Â
What are your future plans or what is your intended career path?
After my internship, I hope to continue working as a marketing professional and help a company with their online social media presence. Preferably, Iâd like to work with a small business and grow with them as they expand. I wouldnât mind working for an agency or a larger organization though. It would be nice to move out of state, as Iâve lived in Pennsylvania my entire life.
Article and photos by Casey Orlosky.









