Internship at Kipinä Event & Sales Hub
My growth in sales and marketing – internship at Kipinä Event & Saleshub
My internship at Kipinä Event & Saleshub offered a unique opportunity to learn and grow professionally. I had the chance to immerse myself in the daily world of sales and marketing, take on practical tasks, and develop my skills in a hands-on way. In this article, I would like to share what I learned, what kind of challenges I faced, and how the internship opened new perspectives for my future career.
My name is Netta Salmi, and I am a second-year Bachelor of Business Administration student at Centria University of Applied Sciences. I completed a four-month internship at Kipinä Event & Saleshub, and my expectations were clear from the start: I wanted to learn through practical work, as I learn best by doing. I first heard about the company through an acquaintance, and its wide range of activities—from event production to marketing—made me interested in applying.
Kipinä Event originally specialized in event production, with its best-known event being the Business Seminar Kipinä Levi. Today, the company also provides sales and marketing services, such as HubSpot CRM implementation, social media solutions, and the execution of various projects. Their small but welcoming office is located in the Hagström corner building in Kokkola.
What I Learned and the Skills I Developed
One of the most valuable lessons came through working with a customer relationship management system. I learned how to use it effectively in both sales and marketing. I also had the opportunity to observe the entrepreneur’s daily work and gained insight into how broad and dynamic entrepreneurship is in practice.
I also learned a completely new skill: website design and development, which I found especially inspiring. In the future, I hope to continue learning and developing further, particularly in marketing-related roles.
At the beginning, some of the tasks felt challenging, and I often wondered where to start. However, enthusiasm and curiosity helped me move forward. I focused on working independently and finding information on my own, which increased my confidence and deepened my understanding of marketing, sales, visual design, and event production.
The internship also helped me develop critical thinking skills. I learned to evaluate what works in practice and what does not. Looking back, I realize that I could have benefited from learning more about the company’s brand and operations right at the beginning, as it would have made it easier to understand my tasks more clearly.
Work Environment and Collaboration
My overall experience with the company was extremely positive. The guidance I received was appropriately challenging: I was given advice and support when needed, but also enough freedom to experiment and solve problems independently. This balance contributed greatly to my professional growth.
Although the team is small and close-knit, the collaboration network is broad. I had the chance to meet new people and expand my professional network. I would recommend an internship at Kipinä Event & Saleshub to anyone interested in events, sales, and marketing. Initiative and genuine interest are key qualities for success there.
Thanks and Future Expectations
Finally, I would like to thank my supervisor and CEO, Erica Roiko, for this amazing opportunity. The internship gave me a unique chance to participate, learn, and grow—both professionally and personally.
This experience strengthened my interest in sales and marketing, and I look forward to seeing what career opportunities the future will bring. We will continue our collaboration in the future with Kipinä Event & Saleshub.
