Students Doing Real Work for Real Clients

offers students from ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ’s Diederich College of Communication a one-of-a-kind opportunity to work in a professional advertising agency setting while still in school.

Think of it like an academic medical center—but for communication students.

This visionary partnership was created by ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ alumnus Angelo Trozzolo, president and CEO of, in collaboration with the Diederich College of Communication.

At Carl Collective, students don’t just observe—they create. Students are immersed in the agency experience, brainstorming bold ideas, developing strategic campaigns, and producing content that delivers real results. And they’re not doing it alone; they’re mentored by the seasoned industry professionals at Trozzolo Communications Group every step of the way.

This isn’t just an internship. It’s a launchpad to success.

A space where future communicators learn, grow, and shine—building a standout portfolio and gaining real-world experience that sets them apart before they even graduate.

Student Associate Opportunities

We’re always looking for talented students in areas such as:

  • Copy Writers
  • Art Directors
  • Designers
  • Videographers
  • Public Relations
  • Account Service

If you are a ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ student enrolled in the Diederich College of Communication or a MIAD student taking classes through Diederich College, this is a hands-on learning opportunity you will not want to miss. Applications open each fall semester.

Check Out Our Work

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Hire Us

Have a project? Our ideas deliver and our rates are even better. We specialize in:

  • Design
  • Social Media
  • Package Design
  • Collateral Design
  • Websites
  • Public Relations
  • Video
  • Creative campaigns
  • Consumer research

So, Who is Carl?

The student agency is named in honor of Carl Schrank, a longtime professor and student advisor at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ who passed away in 2029. Carl was Angelo Trozzolo’s adviser and mentor at ÃÛÌÒÓ°Ïñ. Carl was famous for keeping in touch with his former students, offering career advice and guidance, and ensuring they were up to speed on all the latest at their alma mater. Naming the agency after Carl ensures his important legacy lives on at the university and in Milwaukee.

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