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  • Kevin26385
    EA Game Changer
    • May 2004
    • 5147

    #1

    An Interesting story

    So during the time I didn't go to OS, my last changed drastically. And I thought I would finally share it with you guys.

    Last year we had the opportunity to go to Soldier field for a class trip, I obviously went and enjoyed every second of it. The Advertising and Events coordinator at the time mentioned the potential for job shadows.

    So I ended up writing a paper about myself, and getting the job shadow. I job shadowed the Events coordinator for about 7 hours at Soldier field during the NFL Draft. After that They ended up offering me an internship for the summer.

    Last summer I spent one month down at Training camp in Bourbonnais, and worked everyday around the practice, things like registration, hand outs, player signings, and a kids area. It was an amazing time, We were constantly around the players, and it was a dream come true.

    Unfortunately I was not able to do the next process, which was game day staff ( Because I am senior at HS) But during the last game ( Bears vs Saints) they called me and asked me to work. before the game we set up signs, and hung out on the field. Tahn we got to run out of the tunnel right before the players ( with the flags)...Which words cant justify the feelings of sprinting out of the Bears tunnel, with 65,000 people around you.

    My life has definitely changed because of this amazing opporunity, that I sincerly worked my *** off for. Basically the next 4 years I get to do the internship, work events, and gameday staff. Also I got into Bradley University.

    Here are some pictures:





    And than this is us running out of the tunnel, You cant see me but I am the 3rd person on the right with the orange flag: http://youtube.com/watch?v=9IzUMEceT_M


    I know I left cause we had a dispute on Vegas or w/e, But I hope we can get past that..Hope you guys liked my story. Working for your favorite team is an absolute blessing.
  • Bighoff
    The Bird is the word
    • Jul 2002
    • 5312

    #2
    Re: An Interesting story

    That's cool, congratulations. Sounds like you've got a good thing going.
    I've heard this "patience is a virtue" junk all my life. I'm happy to say I have no virtue, no scruples, and no desire to wait too long for anything. In my humble opinion instant gratification takes too long!

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    • countryboy
      Growing pains
      • Sep 2003
      • 52739

      #3
      Re: An Interesting story

      I didn't find this story interesting at all.






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      • SPTO
        binging
        • Feb 2003
        • 68046

        #4
        Re: An Interesting story

        That's cool man! Maybe one day i'll see you on TV on the sidelines with the coaches.
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        • Kevin26385
          EA Game Changer
          • May 2004
          • 5147

          #5
          Re: An Interesting story

          Originally posted by SPTO
          That's cool man! Maybe one day i'll see you on TV on the sidelines with the coaches.
          I have been on TV before, but basically not long enough for anyone to notice. I am usually the only one who can go back and spot myself, because I know were I am.

          Heres are some shots:

          Up top to the left, doing the field goal net


          Thats where we stand during the game, its a pretty sweet gig. They basically pay us to do some work, and have season tickets..and better seats than anyone in the house haha

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          • gta95
            MVP
            • Apr 2007
            • 2234

            #6
            Re: An Interesting story

            Wow that sounds great. Good for you man!
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            • ILLCHILL
              MVP
              • Feb 2004
              • 2820

              #7
              Re: An Interesting story

              Sounds great big guy! My friend has been a Pata ball boy for 6 six years now another just got off a Boston Celtics internship as a PR person.

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              • nyisles16
                All Star
                • Apr 2003
                • 8317

                #8
                Re: An Interesting story

                Originally posted by Kev5890
                So during the time I didn't go to OS, my last changed drastically. And I thought I would finally share it with you guys.

                Last year we had the opportunity to go to Soldier field for a class trip, I obviously went and enjoyed every second of it. The Advertising and Events coordinator at the time mentioned the potential for job shadows.

                So I ended up writing a paper about myself, and getting the job shadow. I job shadowed the Events coordinator for about 7 hours at Soldier field during the NFL Draft. After that They ended up offering me an internship for the summer.

                Last summer I spent one month down at Training camp in Bourbonnais, and worked everyday around the practice, things like registration, hand outs, player signings, and a kids area. It was an amazing time, We were constantly around the players, and it was a dream come true.

                Unfortunately I was not able to do the next process, which was game day staff ( Because I am senior at HS) But during the last game ( Bears vs Saints) they called me and asked me to work. before the game we set up signs, and hung out on the field. Tahn we got to run out of the tunnel right before the players ( with the flags)...Which words cant justify the feelings of sprinting out of the Bears tunnel, with 65,000 people around you.

                My life has definitely changed because of this amazing opporunity, that I sincerly worked my *** off for. Basically the next 4 years I get to do the internship, work events, and gameday staff. Also I got into Bradley University.

                Here are some pictures:





                And than this is us running out of the tunnel, You cant see me but I am the 3rd person on the right with the orange flag: http://youtube.com/watch?v=9IzUMEceT_M


                I know I left cause we had a dispute on Vegas or w/e, But I hope we can get past that..Hope you guys liked my story. Working for your favorite team is an absolute blessing.

                welcome back Kev.. nice story! good luck with it..

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                • WTF
                  MVP
                  • Aug 2002
                  • 20274

                  #9
                  Re: An Interesting story

                  Congrats Kev. that's pretty cool. Good luck w/ your acceptance to University as well.
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                  • oakfan162
                    Get Ducked Up!
                    • Mar 2006
                    • 4724

                    #10
                    Re: An Interesting story

                    Thats really cool. Congrats man!
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                    • superjames1992
                      Hall Of Fame
                      • Jun 2007
                      • 31381

                      #11
                      Re: An Interesting story

                      That sounds like it would be really cool!
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