Chelsea Heinke: From Advertising Management to Real Agency Work

Develomark • September 24, 2026

Chelsea Heinke joined Develomark's Fall 2026 Cohort fresh off her advertising management degree from Michigan State University, ready to trade classroom theory for real agency work. Over the next 12 weeks, she'll train alongside the Develomark team on live client projects across web design, media, and client-facing work in Plantsville, CT.

Meet Chelsea Heinke, Fall 2026 Develomark Cohort Member

Chelsea graduated from Michigan State with a degree in advertising management and came across Develomark's cohort program while scrolling LinkedIn. With an academic background already rooted in advertising, she was drawn to the idea of seeing that field play out inside a working agency rather than a textbook.

Why Chelsea Chose the Develomark Cohort

Before applying, Chelsea spent time on Develomark's website and Instagram, and it was the people that stood out most. She could see the team's personality come through in the content, and the culture read as welcoming, which made her want to be part of it. That combination of real agency exposure and an approachable team is what pushed her to apply.

What Success Looks Like Over the Next 12 Weeks

For Chelsea, success in the cohort means building a genuine understanding of how a marketing agency runs day to day. She's looking forward to working alongside the team on website design, face-to-face client work, and media, and to trying her hand at the different disciplines that make up digital marketing so she can find where she fits best.

Where Chelsea's Marketing Interests Lie

Two sides of marketing stand out to Chelsea so far: the analytical side and the creative side. She sees the analytical work as the behind-the-scenes engine of a campaign, while the creative side is where a website goes from unfinished to something that actively drives revenue. Getting exposure to both is a big part of why she wanted a program built around real client work instead of coursework alone.

Strengths and Growth Areas

Chelsea points to listening as one of her biggest strengths, along with a genuine eagerness to learn. She's also using the cohort to work on public speaking and client-facing communication, two skills that come with practice more than theory. Develomark's daily mentorship and hands-on client work are designed to give cohort members exactly that kind of repetition.

Looking Ahead: Chelsea's Career Goals

A year from now, Chelsea sees herself working at an agency in Chicago. She views the cohort as a direct step toward that goal, since it puts her inside a small, collaborative agency environment where she can understand every side of the work firsthand, rather than just one narrow piece of it.

Want to see how the Develomark Cohort turns students into working marketers? Learn more about the program or apply now to join a future cohort.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the Develomark Cohort program?

    The Develomark Cohort is a 12-week paid digital marketing training program in Plantsville, Connecticut. Participants work on real client projects and meet with a manager daily for mentorship. They also build portfolio-ready work in SEO, paid ads, analytics, and content.

  • Is the Develomark Cohort a paid internship?

    Yes. Cohort members earn Connecticut state minimum wage for 15 hours per week throughout the 12-week program. You get paid while you gain hands-on experience with real client accounts and professional marketing tools.

  • Who can apply to the Develomark Cohort?

    College students, recent graduates, career changers, and entry-level professionals interested in digital marketing can apply. Light digital marketing experience is required, along with a strong desire to learn. Applicants must be available for the full 12-week schedule.

  • Do I need to live near Plantsville, Connecticut?

    Yes, in practice. The cohort takes place in person at Develomark's office at 409 Canal St in Plantsville, CT, so applicants must be able to drive there. Plan your commute before applying.

  • When does the Develomark Cohort run?

    Develomark runs three cohorts each year. Winter runs January through April, Summer runs May through August, and Fall runs September through November. Spots are limited, so apply early.

Ready to Start Your Marketing Career?

Like Chelsea, you can gain real agency experience, daily mentorship, and a portfolio that shows what you can do. Apply to the Develomark Cohort today.

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