Meet Millie and Amelia NAW 2025
- 12 Feb 2025
- Millie Nunn
This National Apprenticeship Week, we caught up with our Marketing Apprentice, Millie Nunn and our Events Intern, Amelia Collins! From creative campaigns to behind-the-scenes event planning, these two are making waves in their roles. Millie is undergoing her apprenticeship with A S Training in Level 4 Marketing and will soon be entering her final steps!
Join us as we get to know them better, uncover more about their roles and maybe even learn a fun fact or two about them!
Can you tell us a bit about your background and what led you to this apprenticeship/internship?
Millie: I’m currently a Marketing Apprentice at Advantage. I joined the company a little over two years ago with limited experience in both travel and marketing. During my time here, I had the opportunity to rotate through three different departments: PR, events, and marketing. After gaining insight into each area, I discovered a true passion for marketing, which led me to pursue a Level 4 Marketing Apprenticeship to deepen my expertise in this field.
Amelia: I’m currently in my final year at Manchester Metropolitan University where I’m studying Events Management. A little over a year ago, I was fortunate enough to be offered an internship with the events team, and it’s been an incredible learning experience since then.
What does a typical week in your role look like?
Millie: My workweek kicks off every Monday with a day dedicated entirely to my apprenticeship, giving me the chance to dive deep into my coursework and revisit lessons to build a stronger foundation of knowledge. From Tuesday to Friday, things are always excitingly different, which is what I love most. While I have regular responsibilities like managing emails and social media, each day brings its own set of unique tasks. I’m constantly creating engaging content, sending out updates to our members, and playing a hands-on role in a variety of campaigns. No two days are ever the same!
Amelia: Half of my week is prioritised to attending university and trying hard to complete my dissertation and the rest of my week is spent helping the Advantage events team with our very busy events schedule. I’m fortunate enough to be involved in various exciting projects, such as Cruise Conference, The People Conference, Supplier Showcases, Peak Performers and many more. No two weeks are ever the same!
How do you stay motivated when learning new things?
Millie: Learning new things while juggling daily job tasks can definitely feel overwhelming at times for me. I stay motivated by focusing on the bigger picture and reminding myself of how this knowledge will benefit me in the long run. I also break things down into smaller, manageable steps to track my progress and always celebrating my small wins along the way. Setting personal goals, having supportive colleagues, and leaning on Michelle Van Sprang from A S Training, my apprenticeship provider, all play a big role in keeping me engaged and motivated to keep learning.
Amelia: I really enjoy learning new things and find it gives me a real sense of achievement. I am very lucky to be working alongside a very experienced team who are always so generous with their support and feedback. I stay motivated because I’m genuinely passionate about the work I’m doing and believe in its importance.
How has this experience shaped your future career goals?
Millie: Through doing my marketing apprenticeship, I have found a real passion in social media. It feels good to have identified my niche at a young age and I would like to dive deeper into this in my future. I have also fallen in love with the travel industry and I can’t see this changing anytime soon!
Amelia: When I first started my degree three years ago, I didn’t really know what aspect of events management I wanted to pursue- whether it would be weddings, festivals or charity events. However, my time at Advantage has solidified my desire to specialise in corporate events, especially within the travel industry.
If your job had a theme song, what would it be?
Millie: David Guetta's Play Hard really says it best, "Work hard, play hard." At Advantage, we give our all to our work but we're also rewarded with exciting opportunities that make it all worthwhile.
Amelia: I would have to say SPIRIT by Beyonce, I feel I really resonate with Advantage’s new core values as they strongly align with my own personal values.
What advice would you give to someone considering an apprenticeship or internship in the travel industry?
Millie: Go for it! The travel industry is incredibly rewarding, offering you the chance to explore so many destinations and connect with amazing people. It’s an industry where you can continuously learn, grow, and build valuable skills. Plus, the experiences and connections you make will stay with you throughout your career, opening doors to exciting opportunities.
Amelia: My advice would be to say YES! Without hesitation. The travel industry is full of passionate people, and the opportunities are endless. No two days are ever the same, and it’s an incredibly dynamic and people-focused sector. On the job experience is so valuable, it grows your confidence and allows you to develop whilst gaining qualifications.
What has been your best moment/opportunity that has come from being at Advantage so far?
Millie: Picking just one highlight is a real challenge! But if I had to, I’d say my first fam trip to Sicily with Palladium, thanks to A S Training, takes the top spot. It was an unforgettable experience, connecting with new people, immersing myself in the culture, and exploring my dream country. As for a close second, I can’t not mention our 2023 annual conference in Benidorm. I put so much effort into helping the events team make it a success and it was incredibly rewarding to see everything come together. Plus, the chance to bond and create lasting memories with colleagues and industry friends was a great welcome into the travel industry.
Amelia: I get to work on so many amazing events, from training sessions all over the country to large scale oversee conferences. Being able to attend some of these events has been amazing and getting to meet so many travel passionate Advantage staff, members and suppliers has truly been something special. I’d say one of my favourite events I attended in 2024 was our Big Celebration Lunch, which allowed me to meet so many inspiring people in one place. I also just attended my first staff Conference, to be involved as an organiser and delegate has given me such an insight. I saw first hand what makes the Advantage Travel Partnership an industry leader.
