Meet the 2025 PHM Interns!

It’s that time of year—intern season! This year, PHM welcomed 16 interns from across the country to spend time with teams in our Philly, New York and Chicago offices. Driven by a passion for health, these interns quickly made an impact and provided unique perspectives to our work. 

To celebrate National Intern Day, we sat down with a small group of our summer interns to get their take on what they’ve learned, what surprised them and what they enjoyed most about their summer at PHM.

 What made you interested in working at PHM?

“PHM stood out to me as a place where I could exercise both my analytical and creative thinking at the unique intersection of healthcare and media. I wanted the opportunity to solve complex problems in an impactful industry, and the internship at PHM seemed like an amazing way to do so.”

Vismaya Mohindra, Strategy Intern, PHL

“My interest in joining PHM stems from Publicis Groupe’s reputation as the home of the most respected and innovative advertising agencies. PHM’s renowned workplace culture and values-driven environment deeply resonates with me.”

Molly Felzer, Point of Care Intern, PHL

“I became interested in advertising tech after a previous internship and knew that I wanted to explore more of the industry. PHM soon became a top choice due to their focus on data-driven health advertising.”

Zayna Quraishi, SEO Content Intern, CHI

What surprised you most about your time at PHM?

“The generosity and willingness of team members to dedicate time to support my learning. Despite having busy schedules, my colleagues have been eager to answer my questions, walk me through complex processes and share valuable insights.”

Amy Smith, Paid Social Intern, PHL

“I was impressed by the various opportunities to get involved. Whether it be joining Culture Committee or participating in initiatives like Bring Your Parent to Work Day, there is always something exciting happening in the office.”

DJ Mevorah, Client Operations Intern, NYC

“I was surprised at how passionate everyone is about the future of health advertising. My team holds regular meetings where we discuss recent SEO news, and our intern classes also highlight new and exciting research in the space. I love how PHM values innovation and encourages us to push boundaries.”

Zayna Quraishi, SEO Content Intern, CHI

“The breadth of learning opportunities available at PHM! From access to hundreds of Marcel trainings to the ability to explore capabilities across the organization, the environment truly encourages continuous growth.”

Molly Felzer, Point of Care Intern, PHL

What is the most valuable thing you’ve learned while interning at PHM? 

“I’ve learned how much company culture can impact productivity and work ethic. At PHM, people are excited to come into the office and work in an environment that encourages them to put their best foot forward.”

Amy Smith, Paid Social Intern, PHL

“To not be afraid to ask questions! Trying to follow along in different team meetings was daunting at first, but I was able to follow up afterwards with a teammate to deepen my understanding of the ideas discussed. I appreciate that everyone at PHM is dedicated to making sure that I have a valuable learning experience.”

DJ Mevorah, Client Operations Intern, NYC

“You’ll never regret taking a risk. Send that coffee chat invite, ask for a harder deliverable, speak up in big meetings. Some of my biggest successes at PHM have come from times when I stepped outside of my comfort zone!”

Zayna Quraishi, SEO Content Intern, CHI

What has it been like working with your teams in office?

“I love working in the Philly office, especially because my team coordinates in-office days! I also enjoy attending super fun networking events like Bingo and picnics hosted by our Culture Committee.”

Vismaya Mohindra, Strategy Intern, PHL

“I work in the Chicago office, so I’ve had the chance to spend time with other PHM interns working here. We have the best views of the river and there’s always something exciting going on!”

Zayna Quraishi, SEO Content Intern, CHI

“Working in the NYC office has definitely helped me transition into the corporate lifestyle. I have enjoyed sitting in on meetings and just learning from those around me. I am also appreciative of the willingness for others within the office to open up time in their calendar to sit down and talk about their experiences at Publicis.”

DJ Mevorah, Client Operations Intern, NYC

What do you do in your free time? How do you prioritize health in your day-to-day life?

“I love to explore Philadelphia by checking out new food spots, going to museums or visiting second-hand bookstores to meet the local bookstore cats. I try to prioritize health and wellness by blocking out time in my day for my hobbies, so that no matter how busy I get, I always have time in the day to myself.”

Vismaya Mohindra, Strategy Intern, PHL

“In my free time, I enjoy going for runs in various areas around the city such as Kelly Drive. I also love to cook and experiment with new healthy recipes.” 

Amy Smith, Paid Social Intern, PHL

“I am obsessed with my dog, so in my free time I am usually with him! To support my overall well-being, I make it a point to go on daily walks, prioritize getting quality sleep and eat food that makes me feel good!”

Molly Felzer, Point of Care Intern, PHL

Why did you choose health?

“The health space is so dynamic that each day feels different. I find my work here both meaningful and challenging, which is a rare and exciting combination.”

Vismaya Mohindra, Strategy Intern, PHL

“I chose health because I am surrounded by ambitious individuals, both family and friends, who work in health-based careers. Although I was more inclined to work in advertising, I knew that I shared the same passion for making a positive impact on people’s lives through healthcare.”

Amy Smith, Paid Social Intern, PHL

“I chose to work in health because I’m driven by purpose. Knowing that my contributions, no matter how small, will positively impact someone’s life makes the work incredibly rewarding. Health media offers a unique chance to blend empathy with action, research and creativity, and that sense of meaning motivates me every day.”

Molly Felzer, Point of Care Intern, PHL

“I’ve always been fascinated by biology and the medical field, and PHM gave me the opportunity to apply that interest alongside my technical and communications skills. The work we do also has a positive impact as we strive to help patients at different stages of their treatment journeys.”

Zayna Quraishi, SEO Content Intern, CHI

“I chose health because it impacts everybody. I find it interesting that even groundbreaking medicine requires effective communication and strategy to reach its full potential. I am excited to play a role in such an impactful industry and hope to make a positive difference.”

DJ Mevorah, Client Operations Intern, NYC

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