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This week’s Scripps Notes
- » Internship: Newswriting
- » Internship: Marketing
- » Interview with Liz Foreman (video)
- » Interview with Jay Cohen (video)
- » Internship: Marketing
- » Job: Magazine
- » Job: Photographer
- » Job: Newswriting
- » Job: Newswriting
- » Job: PR
- » Job: Producing
- » Internship: Online
- » Internship: Marketing
- » Internship: Marketing
- » Interview with Chris Manson (video)
- » Job: Marketing
- » Internships: Online
- » Watch final Midday newscast from Winter quarter (video)
- » Job: Marketing
- » Internship: Newswriting
- » Job: Editing
- » Event calendar and scholarships (Article)
- » Interivew with Garrett Downing (video)
- » Blogs on scrippsjschool.org (Article)
- » Job: Online
- » Learn how to use RSS feeds (Article)
- » Job: Editing
- » Use the site for scheduling needs (Article)
- » Day in the Life of the JSchool (video)
- » Introduction to JSchool Web site (Article)
- » Interview with John Felton (video)
- » About Tatge’s Media Works course (video)
- » Tatge on Fox Business program (video)
- » Interview with Keith Rathbun, BSJ’74 (video)
- » Interview with Duave Valz, Yahoo (video)
- » Santa Maria Sun Job (editing)
- » Associated Press Job (video producer)
- » Florida Times-Union Job (copy editing and design)
- » KTVU.com Job (online)
- » Planetizen Job (newswriting and editing)
- » Politicker.com (newswriting)
- » Sportingnews.com (newswriting and online)
- » EnMobile (marketing)
- » Intern for The Athens Insider (news writing)
- » IBM - Intranet Editorial Intern
- » DigitalJournal.com
- » realbuzz.com (online)
- » Muscular Dystrophy Association (public relations, advertising)
- » Teach for America opportunity
- » Fleishman-Hillard St. Louis (public relations)
- » Good Housekeeping (magazine)
- » NBC4 (Columbus, Ohio)
- » Career CAT (advertising)
- » Brijit.com (online media startup)
- » Your Family Games (writing)
- » Planet OHIO News (environmental writing)
- » O’Bleness Memorial Hospital
- » Medical Tourism Association
- » Athens County Children Services (public relations)
- » Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board (public relations)
- » The Scoop08
- » Flavva Magazine of Pittsburgh (editorial)
- » Profound Communications, Inc.
- » D.C. Intern Housing Program
This week’s Scripps Notes in detail
- Internship: Newswriting
EnMobile, a leading mobile media company, is seeking a copywriter intern to work in their Athens, Ohio office. This intern will assist in the development and implementation of a variety of online marketing programs including pay per click (PPC) campaigns, SEO strategies, affiliate marketing, online word-of-mouth campaigns and partnerships. This person will also assist with online research, campaign reporting and analysis and support all Internet marketing functions as needed. The successful candidate will be a highly personable, ambitious, aggressive self-starter who is familiar with mobile and social media including text messaging, blogs and social networks.
EnMobile has a killer roster of fun and leading brands to salivate over. They are a terrific and inspiring creative technology agency with an ideal place to take your creative craft to the next level. With a range of clients spanning from Vitamin Water to Fortune 500 brands, this is a unique opportunity to diversify your experience, portfolio, résumé and body of work.
Young Gun Profile: You’re an eager beaver searching for an opportunity to collaborate with a highly creative and conceptual team. You’ve got a passion for all advertisements that are concise and exhilarating with a year or two of versatile writing experience under your belt.
Requirements:
Be currently enrolled in an accredited college, university or trade school
Display an interest in copywriting and a commitment to a career in the industry
Enthusiasm and energy for the position in an entrepreneurial environment
Possess strong verbal, written and analytical skills
Exhibit Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) computer skills
Internship Description:
Duration is for a semester (10 - 12 weeks or equivalent)
Hours are part time (10 - 20 hours a week)
Intern will work on site during regular business hours as well as possibly some evenings
Internship program is unpaid
To apply, please send a resume with “Copywriter Intern” in the subject line to jason@EnMobileMedia.com. No recruiters please.
About them: EnMobile works to continue their efforts as the worldwide leaders in mobile and social communications while providing their clients with 180% satisfaction no matter what it takes. EnMobile maximizes its clients’ sales, brand interaction and mobile presence via multiple platforms.
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- Internship: Marketing
EnMobile, a leading mobile media company, is seeking an experienced sales intern to work in their Athens, Ohio office. EnMobile is a fast paced, high-energy organization with explosive growth potential. Their clients are advertisers and agencies including over a dozen of the Fortune 500 companies. The people they invest in and reward must be progressive thinkers and day-to-day doers, rather than those that get pulled along.
EnMobile is expanding their sales presence and have openings for account executives to cover media agencies, creative agencies and advertisers directly in either geographically based or named account territories. This person will play a key role in developing and maintaining revenue-producing relationships within that territory.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
Develop and cultivate leads for the sales pipeline
Persuasively articulate EnMobile’s offerings, competitive advantages, resources and processes to clients and prospects via in-person meetings, through e-mail and over the phone
Assess potential business deals, negotiate favorable terms and gain commitment
Maintain effective, revenue-generating relationships with client-direct, media agency and creative agencies within a territory
Assist in business implementation of sales packages and insure high levels of service to clients.
Meet quarterly and annual revenue goals according to sales plan
Listen to, identify and understand prospects’ viewpoint and tailor communication to meet prospect needs and expectations
Display a thorough understanding of assigned accounts’ business needs and revenue potential
Provide ongoing internal reporting and analysis via a sales force automation tool for accurate revenue forecasting by management
Assist sales management in defining and identifying potential sales targets and opportunities for expansion in new markets
Assist in development of local marketing initiatives and participation in industry events
Knowledge, skills and abilities required:
Proven track record of sales success
Solid understanding of Internet advertising and metrics
Possess outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
Motivated team player who consistently strives to exceed goals and push revenue expectations.
Internship Description:
Internship duration is for a semester (10 - 12 weeks or equivalent)
Hours are part time (10 - 25 hours a week)
Intern will work on site during regular business hours as well as possibly some evenings
The internship program is paid on a commission basis
To apply: Please send resume with “Sales Intern” in the subject line to jason@EnMobileMedia.com. No recruiters please.
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- Interview with Liz Foreman (video)
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Elizabeth Foreman (BSJ ’98) is Director of Video Product Development at the Cincinnati Enquirer. In this interview, she reflects on the education she received in the JSchool, the role internships played in her career, the future of online journalism, issues related to balancing work and family, and much, much more.
- contact Robert Stewart at 740.593.2601
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- Interview with Jay Cohen (video)
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Jay Cohen (BSJ ’99), Associated Press (Sports Desk), New York City. Cohen spoke with Bob Stewart about his career, his internship with the AP in Jerusalem, and what he would do differently if he started over.
- contact Robert Stewart at 740.593.2601 or visit scrippsjschool.org/iij
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- Internship: Marketing
EnMobile, a leading mobile media company, is seeking an online marketing intern to work in their Athens, Ohio office. This intern will assist in the development and implementation of a variety of online marketing programs including pay per click (PPC) campaigns, SEO strategies, affiliate marketing, online word-of-mouth campaigns, and partnerships. This person will also assist with online research, campaign reporting and analysis, and support all Internet marketing functions as needed. The successful candidate will be a highly personable, ambitious, aggressive self-starter who is familiar with mobile and social media including text messaging, blogs, and social networks.
Requirements:
Be currently enrolled in an accredited college, university or trade school
Display an interest in online marketing and commitment to a career in the industry
Enthusiasm and energy for the position in an entrepreneurial environment
Possess strong verbal, written and analytical skills
Exhibit Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) computer skills
Internship Description:
Internship duration is for a semester (10 - 12 weeks or equivalent)
Hours are part time (10 - 20 hours a week)
Intern will work on site during regular business hours as well as possibly some evenings
Internship program is unpaid
To apply, please send resume with “Online Marketing Intern” in the subject line to jason@EnMobileMedia.com. No recruiters please.
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- Job: Magazine
Card Player Media, a leading poker magazine, seeks an editorial/layout coordinator located in Las Vegas.
Who they are: Card Player Media is a worldwide gaming industry magazine that works in a fast-paced environment.
Editorial/layout coordinator duties: You would be responsible for making all of the editing changes to columns, feature stories and so on using InCopy. Must be highly organized and detail-oriented with knowledge of proofreader’s marks and Associated Press style guidelines. Coordinator would be responsible for collecting, organizing, and tracking submitted columns, stories, tournament results, industry happenings and tournament schedules. You would be responsible for coordinating between advertising and editorial departments to plan each magazine, putting together the ad index and table of contents for each issue and updating Web magazine content.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=magnews&ID=6535.
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- Job: Photographer
The Associated Press seeks a photographer for its Philadelphia bureau.
This photographer provides photographic coverage of spot news, enterprise and sports in Philadelphia and eastern Pennsylvania. This person works closely with the news editor/photos, news editor and staff in the bureau and the National Photo Desk in New York City to ensure coverage of daily spot news, scheduled sporting events and regular enterprise. This photographer generates enterprise projects that add a dimension beyond the daily report. This person also provides in-depth coverage of a variety of stories through multimedia storytelling. Travel for assignments is required.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=photoj&ID=6533.
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- Job: Newswriting
The Associated Press seeks a versatile and experienced reporter for its Miami bureau to cover growth issues and population trends.
This reporter will be part of a team covering Florida for state, national and international wires through accurate, aggressive and thorough reporting, beat development and strong and compelling writing. This newsperson will concentrate on population growth and infrastructure needs in one of the most diverse and crowded, as well as fastest-growing, states in the country. This person would work closely with member newspapers and broadcasters to meet their needs and incorporate their news contributions into AP coverage.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=newswire&ID=6532.
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- Job: Newswriting
The Associated Press seeks a Legal Affairs Reporter for its Detroit bureau.
This reporter will provide coverage of federal courts and legal issues in the metro Detroit area, including the Detroit offices of the US attorney and the FBI. This reporter will work with the Michigan news editor to set beat agendas and develop aggressive breaking news and enterprise reporting for the AP’s global newspaper, online and broadcast audience and report with the context and scope needed for a global audience. This reporter will maintain responsibility for aggressive news coverage, including story idea generation and source development that lead to AP exclusives and impact stories.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=newswire&ID=6531.
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- Job: PR
Xenophon Strategies is a full-service strategic communications firm that specializes in public relations, crisis communications and government affairs. Xenophon is growing, and looking to add exceptional communications professionals to their office in Washington, DC. At Xenophon Strategies, people are truly our most valuable asset. They invest significant time and resources to build and grow adept and agile teams of communications professionals that are second to none in customer service and professional achievement.
They are seeking individuals who range from entry-level with relevant communications experiences during college to experienced PR professionals of up to eight years. Previous PR agency or government public affairs experience is preferred. Exceptional writers, resourceful problem-solvers, creative storytellers and blue-sky thinkers need only apply. If you have the desire and ability to work on many of the most pressing issues that affect the world today, Xenophon Strategies wants to hear from you.
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and three writing samples or clips of proactive media placements, preferably formatted as PDF files, to: careers@xenophonstrategies.com. To learn more about Xenophon Strategies, go to www.xenophonstrategies.com.
or visit www.xenophonstrategies.com
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- Job: Producing
Position summary: The producer with emphasis on producing and product management will direct news reporters, photographers and editors, and be responsible for ensuring that high quality news programs are consistently aired and that standards of quality for all aspects of the show are maintained. The producer will personally produce assigned newscasts and have complete control over how news shows are produced, and ensure that all reporters, photographers and editors handle their responsibilities for format, organization with other departments, news writing and distribution of final scripts. The producer will also perform other related duties as assigned by the director of news.
Job qualifications: Advanced education in the field of broadcast journalism, which has given the applicant the ability to perform the required functions of the job, or equivalent broadcasting work experience which has prepared the applicant to perform the required functions of the job is necessary. Applicant needs demonstration of skills by performance in audition or air check, supported by references and pre-employment interviews. Needs to be available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, and for extended periods of overtime and able to control high stress periods and heavy workload. A valid Virginia driver’s license should be obtained within 30 days of employment, and an acceptable driving record maintained. Applicant must have knowledge of journalistic standards as they relate to on-air presentation of news stories, accurate and comprehensive writing skills, ability to act and react appropriately on camera, ability to maintain professional personal appearance and the ability to lift and transport standard camera equipment.
To apply: Please apply in writing to Director of Human Resources, WSET-TV, P.O. Box 11588, Lynchburg, VA 24506-1588, or apply in person at WSET-TV, 2320 Langhorne Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. No phone calls please.
Applicants for positions in the News Department should submit a non-returnable VHS resume tape with letter, resume, and references.
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- Internship: Online
Web100.com, a leading spot for Web site reviews, is looking for editorial interns to assist in their expansion. They offer interns the chance to write fun, engaging and useful reviews of Web sites and gain valuable experience and writing samples. We prize pithy, insightful reviews, and we will provide guidance to help you develop as a writer. You will have flexible, part-time hours, be credited at the site as a contributing writer and, if you excel in the position, will have a great recommendation. The hours are completely flexible and you can work at home, the library, a cafe, or wherever you like.
Please submit one or more of the following: 2-3 clips (URLs are fine); your blog’s URL; a 75-word review of a Web site based on those at Web100.com (please choose a media or entertainment site). A resume is appreciated, though not completely necessary. An informal or witty profile of yourself is fine, too. Submit to Allan Hoffman at alh@allanhoffman.com with "intern" in the subject line.
- contact Allan Hoffman
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- Internship: Marketing
Burns Entertainment & Sports Marketing, Inc. is now accepting resumes for the fall 2008 semester from late August to the middle of December.
If you have a love for sports and entertainment and have aspirations to one day work in this industry, than Burns Entertainment & Sports Marketing, Inc. is the internship for you! Burns works with the nation’s largest Public Relations Firms, Corporations, Advertising Agencies, Colleges, Associations and Non-Profit Groups helping them select and hire celebrities and athletes. On a daily basis, Burns works with celebrities, entertainment agents and sports agents bringing campaigns and events to life.
Please send your resumes via e-mail to Lindsay Weinstein at: lindsay@burnsent.com
Burns Entertainment & Sports Marketing, Inc. 820 Davis Street, Suite 222, Evanston, IL 60201
For more information, please feel free to visit their Web site at: www.burnsent.com.
- contact Lindsay Weinstein or visit www.burnsent.com
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- Internship: Marketing
The Ohio Irish American News is looking for quality candidates to fill marketing intern positions. Several positions are available, one in each of the following locations: Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Youngstown, Toledo, Akron/Canton and at large positions in outlying areas.
Interns will research advertising targets for the sales staff, develop full contact information and new opportunities and help build relationships with advertisers and distributors. They will help develop and create seasonal promotional packages and special events for their area of responsibility. No sales responsibility is included in this position but could be added depending on performance.
About the OhIAN: There are over 1,445,000 people of Irish descent living in Ohio and the impact and involvement of the Irish in Ohio has shaped the state since its birth. The OhIAN spotlights the movers, shakers and music makers from a unique perspective each month. Focused on the news, people and events of Irish note and impact and how they affect those living in and around the Buckeye state, the OhIAN offers articles, profiles and pictures of current and historic businesses, exploration of issues, sports, bands and newsmakers, guest commentary, book and music reviews, travel and tourism news and many special features, all relating to the Irish American experience.
The OhIAN is available throughout the state at over 200 Irish restaurants, pubs, organizations, businesses, concert halls and festivals, as well as in select locations in New York, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Michigan, Indiana and Illinois, or by subscription.
Benefits: You work from home, have flexible hours, develop extensive networking with business and government leaders, receive tickets to local and state wide events and festivals, gift certificates, music and merchandise.
Application Process: Please e-mail a letter of interest detailing why you are applying for the position and why you are a good candidate, based upon the description given above, with your resume (optional).
Submit to: John O’Brien Ohio Irish American News jobrien@irishamericannews.com 14615 Triskett Road Cleveland, Ohio 44111, (330) 321-6174, www.ianohio.com.
- contact John O\\\\\\\'Brien at 330.321.6174 or visit www.ianohio.com
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- Interview with Chris Manson (video)
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Chris Manson is VP of News for Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc., headquartered in Irving, Texas. Manson discusses his recent recruiting trip to the JSchool.
- contact Mary Rogus at 740.593.2606
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- Job: Marketing
The Society of American Military Engineers in Old Town Alexandria, Va., is in need of a marketing communications specialist to organize, administer and support its overall marketing and communications outreach activities. Duties include coordinating sponsorship program, writing and disseminating press releases, writing marketing copy for collateral materials, coordinating e-mail promotional campaigns, and managing print and electronic prospect lists. Position will report to the Director of Communications and Marketing.
Roles and responsibilities:
Plans and develops overall marketing and communications outreach strategies for promoting events, services and membership benefits.
Coordinates and implements the sponsorship program(s) for various events.
Writes press releases promoting events, award winners and other products and services; writes biographies of event speakers and award winners for publication.
Creates marketing materials to better market products and services including marketing kit, exhibits and displays, handout materials and advertisements to support membership, training, conferences, etc., and sees these products through to production and distribution.
Develops and maintains a schedule of communications outreach and marketing efforts via Excel to include project, due dates, audience, delivery method and actual date disseminated or launched.
Writes and manages monthly marketing e-mails sent to targeted audiences; maintains press list and various e-mail lists.
Develops marketing-related surveys (attendee, member and readership) and compiles feedback.
Stays abreast of communications and marketing trends and techniques and finds cost effective ways to implement new initiatives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or related field and a minimum of one year of experience in a similar public relations or marketing position; preference will be given to experience in the non-profit sector.
Qualifications include proficiency in MS Office including Excel, excellent oral and written communication skills using a variety of styles (press releases, marketing, Web), project management skills, ability to work independently and in a team-based environment, outstanding Internet research proficiency and excellent time management skills.
To apply, send resume and cover letter via e-mail to erickson@same.org.
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- Internships: Online
The Miami New Times is looking for a multimedia intern to contribute content to its Web site. The intern will work closely with the Web editor to produce blogs, audio, video and photos for the site. The intern will have the opportunity to work on original reporting and learn multimedia skills. Assignments will include concert reviews, event slideshows and articles for the blog. Applicants should have strong writing skills and an interest in multimedia journalism and some background in photo, video or audio editing. Applicants must be currently enrolled in college and eligible to receive college credit, as the internship is unpaid. If interested, send a cover letter and clips (print, audio, video or photo) to Tovin Lapan, Web Editor Miami New Times, tovin.lapan@miaminewtimes.com.
- contact Tovin Lapan
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- Watch final Midday newscast from Winter quarter (video)
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Watch Athens MidDay’s final news program of the winter (2007-2008) quarter. To see more stories from the quarter visit athensmidday.com.
- contact Mary Rogus at 740.593.2606 or visit athensmidday.com
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- Job: Marketing
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is currently looking to hire a Coordinator in Marketing/Communications
They are recruiting a new team member to assist with internal communications for the medical-center wide implementation of their new clinical and hospital information system.
Writing is the primary function of this entry-level position, which also includes editing and formatting, basic layout and design, event planning, presentations, Web site maintenance, instructional editing and design and other duties as assigned.
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center enjoys national and international recognition as one of the leading pediatric academic medical centers in the United States. They’ve been awarded two regional “Best Place to Work” awards based on outstanding employee feedback and have been named one of the “Best Employers in Ohio.” Best of all, helping kids is what they do.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in technical communication, English, communications, public relations, marketing or equivalent is required (completed by hire date). They are looking for candidates with one to three years of related internship or work experience.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are a requirement. Successful candidates will be able to: present technical information to a general audience clearly and concisely, learn quickly on the job and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, identify needs and take initiative to develop solutions, maintain a positive attitude, work well both independently and in a team environment, make decisions, think strategically and exercise sound judgment, show excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills, maintain a business-like manner and professional appearance and exercise diplomacy and tact.
To Apply: Please e-mail cover letter, resume and two or three writing samples to epic.updates@cchmc.org with “Hiring” in the subject line. Strong candidates will be contacted for more information.
Hiring for this position, which must be filled as soon as possible, is already in progress. Please apply immediately if interested.
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- Internship: Newswriting
Apply now for Capital Semester in fall 2008 or spring 2009.
This fall: Sept. 1 ??” Dec. 13
This spring: Jan. 17 ??” April 27, 2009
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
www.dcinternships.org/cspj
Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies in partnership with Georgetown University, Capital Semester combines substantive internships, courses for academic credit, career development activities, exclusive briefings and lectures led by working journalists.
Applications will be reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis until the final deadline of July 1, 2008 for fall and Nov. 1, 2008 for spring 2009. Students applying early are given preference is admissions decisions, scholarships awards and internship placements.
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Internships: Competitive placements with news and media outlets in metro Washington, DC
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Classes: 12 transferable credits from Georgetown University
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Site briefings: At the White House Complex, State Department and U.S. House of Representatives
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??????Networking: Interaction with student journalists from around the world
Scholarships: Over half of all students receive full or partial funding based on merit and financial need
Internship placements are available in the following subject areas:
Politics, Public Policy and International Affairs
Journalism, Communications and Public Relations
Business and Government Affairs
Nonprofit and Community Service
For more information and an online application, please visit their Web site www.dcinternships.org/cspj or contact Andrea Calderon, Recruitment and Admissions Assistant, at acalderon@tfas.org or 1-800-741-6964.
- contact Andrea Calderon at 800.741.6964 or visit www.dcinternships.org/cspj
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- Job: Editing
The Associated Press seeks 13 Editors for its South Regional Desk in Atlanta.
Editors on the South Regional Desk edit and file the top news in a 13-state region stretching from Delaware to Florida, including the District of Columbia and west to Louisiana. They are part of a dynamic, 24/7 operation and work with editors from photo, multimedia, video and broadcast to ensure AP owns the coverage in all formats.
Editors report to the South editor and deputy, and they work closely with news editors and reporters in bureaus around the region to make sure AP content is accurate, well-written, packaged creatively and moves quickly. Editors ensure that urgent news is filed promptly and accurately, while keeping an eye toward developing the story throughout the news cycle and beyond.
Jobs on the South Desk will give editors a chance to work on the biggest national stories and in different formats, opening up multiple AP and industry career paths. Some night and weekend shifts are required.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=newswire&ID=6444.
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- Event calendar and scholarships (Article)
By Lydia Gutierrez
The school’s event calendar is updated weekly with organization meetings, lectures, organization social events and everything else related to the Scripps School. When you click on an event, in most cases, a description of the meeting or event is given. You can also find contact information in case you have questions about the event or meeting. If your organization’s meetings and events aren’t on the calendar and you want them promoted on the site, e-mail me at lg163504@ohio.edu, and I will get them on the calendar ASAP.
If you didn’t get a chance to pick up Scripps Notes and you accidentally deleted the e-mail before you read it, you can look on the Web site. There is also a listing of additional internships to look into. A nice site feature is that all opportunities, internships and paid positions are listed with detailed job descriptions. For example, the internship listing for The Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board states that it is a public relations internship. This way you know before clicking if the internship is something you’re interested in. Contact information is provided as well.
Don’t forget about local opportunities. Those interested can find real journalism experience in Athens. Currently, there are opportunities for public relations, writing and advertising. And just like Scripps Notes, there is a description and contact information.
Need money to pay for school? Who doesn’t. If you look on scrippsjschool.org, you can find under “current students,” a link to scholarship information. There is information on two scholarships that are awarded to incoming freshmen. So upperclassmen, feel free to pass that information along to your younger friends who plan to attend Scripps. To apply for scholarships from the JSchool, you must fill out the application that can be found on the site.
Be sure to check out the Robert Baker Scholarship, George Starr Lasher Living Legacy Scholarship and the John R. Wilhelm Foreign Correspondence Internships to see if you meet the requirements. Our Web site also provides other scholarships that have deadlines coming up. So be sure to keep track of the deadlines and apply. This money needs to go somewhere, so apply and get that money!
- contact Lydia Gutierrez
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- Interivew with Garrett Downing (video)
Garrett Downing (class of 2010) discusses his internship experience with washingtonpost.com.
- contact Robert Stewart at 740.593.2601 or visit scrippsjschool.org
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- Blogs on scrippsjschool.org (Article)
By LYDIA GUTIERREZ
Blogs are becoming more and more popular every day. People are writing blogs that cover a variety of topics: celebrity gossip, current events and daily lives. For almost any topic, there is most likely a blog about it somewhere in cyberspace. The School of Journalism Web site features blogs that are written by students, alumni, and faculty. Professor Mark Tatge, who understands the importance of blogging, has taken blogging to a new level by continuously updating his blog for his classes. "Blogs are drastically altering the way people communicate and process information," he said. "The introduction of blogs, in some cases, has been very positive. There is certainly more information, more analysis, and more historical accounts of what is or is not going on in our society. So this contributes or furthers the free flow of information." There are many topics to blog about and people are utilizing this technology to voice their opinions and thoughts. According to Tatge, there are currently more than 100 million blogs, which equates to one blog for every three people in the U.S. After learning more about blogs, many J-school students may be curious about how to start writing a blog. If you are interested, e-mail Professor Stewart at stewartr@ohio.edu with your prospective blog topic.
Another blog is "From the Front Office." This blog is about the events going on at Scripps, and features students who are being recognized around campus and in the journalism field. For example, the posting online now is an article from Yahoo Sports about Scripps freshman Allie LaForce. The hope is that this will be updated often. Keep doing great things and hopefully you will be featured soon. The blog this week also features a "Media Industry News" section. This includes articles and blogs from people other than Scripps faculty, students and alumni. Topics cover subjects related to the media industry. The feed is continuous, so you can be sure to get the latest information. To stay on top of the info you can subscribe to the RSS feed as well.
- contact Lydia Gutierrez
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- Job: Online
The Associated Press seeks a Multimedia Coordinator for the South Regional Desk in Atlanta.
The Regional Multimedia Coordinator serves as the expert on multimedia and graphics content for AP’s new regional desk in Atlanta, working with a 13-state region stretching from Delaware to Florida, including the District of Columbia and west to Louisiana.
The Regional Multimedia Coordinator will work with the South Editor and the Deputy South Editor to produce stellar online and graphics coverage from the region by creating multimedia presentations and developing multimedia storytelling talent in the bureaus. The coordinator will work on both spot and enterprise projects and will be the point person for training in the region. The coordinator will work closely with bureau news editors to develop multimedia content for the best stories in the region.
In coordination with the Multimedia and Graphics Department in New York, the coordinator will ensure that top stories are packaged with graphics, slideshows, interactives and/or raw multimedia.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=newmed&ID=6443.
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- Learn how to use RSS feeds (Article)
By LYDIA GUTIERREZ
I have told you about a few of the features of the JSchool Web site. To take full advantage of the school’s new site you need to get up-to-speed on RSS. RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication. It’s a Web "feed" format used to "push" or publish updated content like blogs, news headlines, and pod casts. The benefit of RSS is that it allows you to stay up-to-date with your favorite sites and is easier than having to check the site all the time. To use RSS, you need to get software called an "RSS Reader." Using the software, you can subscribe to a feed by clicking on the RSS icon, triggering the subscription process. I know it probably seems a little confusing, so let’s go step-by-step using the JSchool site. Let’s say that you want to subscribe to the JSchool’s events calendar so that you’ll get new listings immediately. Click on the "rss subscription" link (or the XML button) and it will show you the results of the feed. You can subscribe to the feed using a variety of applications: live bookmarks, Bloglines, Yahoo! or Google. Bloglines keeps all your feeds together and you can browse right to your Bloglines site when you want to see the updates. RSS is cool because you can filter what you want and don’t want. Going to the JSchool site and checking the events calendar or blogs is nice; however, if you subscribe to the RSS feed for sections such as the events calendar, internships or local opportunities, you don’t have to bother with the parts of the site that aren’t of interest to you. Creating an account on a site like Bloglines doesn’t take long at all either. You just need to enter your e-mail address and create a password. Any time you click on "rss subscription" just be sure to change the drop down menu to Bloglines and then you will get all the information you want right on that Web page. All of the features on the JSchool site that are updated frequently are available for RSS subscription.
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- Job: Editing
The Associated Press seeks three Broadcast Editors for the South Regional
Desk located in Atlanta.
Broadcast editors on the South Regional Desk will help write and file the top broadcast news in a 13-state region stretching from Delaware to Florida and west to Louisiana and including the District of Columbia. They are part of a dynamic, 24/7 operation and work with editors from text, photo, multimedia and video to ensure AP owns the coverage in all formats.
Editors report to the South Editor and deputy, and they work closely with state editors, writers, news editors and reporters in bureaus around the region to make sure AP state and regional broadcast content is accurate, well-written and moves quickly. Editors ensure that urgent news is filed promptly and accurately. Editors monitor broadcast reports and Web sites, making sure the AP is competitive in the region. Must have outstanding news judgment and the ability to write and edit quickly in a competitive atmosphere. Must be able to work with a wide variety of reporters, VJ’s and editors to deliver news that meets the needs of broadcast outlets and the entirety of AP’s diverse, worldwide customer base, Web sites and wireless devices. Some nights and weekends required.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=newswire&ID=6442.
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- Use the site for scheduling needs (Article)
By LYDIA GUTIERREZ
People get so excited for scheduling but it can be hard to decide what classes to take when there are so many. As you check the status of class enrollment on the university Web site, don’t forget to browse over to scrippsjschool.org to find out information about the professors who will be teaching your classes. You also can find a description of required courses on the site under the "current students" and "undergrad requirements" section. The "faculty" feature on the site allows you to learn more about your professors. In some cases, a video is available so you can see them talk about different subjects and see what they look like. (Not all the biographies have the video feature, though, so you may have to snoop around Scripps if you really are interested in their appearance.) Also, if you don’t see a video profile for a professor and would like to offer to produce one, e-mail Professor Bob Stewart at stewartr@ohio.edu. The site lets you know what the professors teach, their contact information and also their educational and work experience, found in their biography. This is a nice little feature so you don’t go into class not knowing anything about your professor. Also, you can learn more about the requirements for the JSchool if you are hesitant to ask for help. There is even a link that will take you to the undergraduate catalog where you can find courses listed by number and their official descriptions. This site is also a great place to find information on the master’s or doctoral programs. And don’t forget about scholarships featured under "current students." There is plenty of information on how you can get money to pay for your education.
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- Day in the Life of the JSchool (video)
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View "Day in the Life" (of the JSchool).
- contact Robert Stewart at 740.593.2601 or visit scrippsjschool.org
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- Introduction to JSchool Web site (Article)
By Lydia Gutierrez
Who knew the J-School had a useful Web site? I sure didn’t until I got my current PACE job as Scripps Special Events Assistant. When I was told that one of my responsibilities would be to help Prof. Bob Stewart with some things on the site, I thought to myself, “Wait, there’s a Web site?” Now, I have perfected the “art” of adding and editing the events calendar and have even dabbled in blogging. The site has a ton of information that I would have loved to have had when I arrived here at Scripps. I find myself using some of the site’s features and often enter just to browse around. But, maybe I’m partial too, as I am responsible for some of the content. The site offers a lot for prospective students, current students and alumni. They can check out event listings on the calendar, find the next classes they need to take in their sequences, and look at the profile of the professors they will have next quarter. The site also features Scripps Notes, local opportunities, scholarships, and internships. Everything is right at your fingertips in one convenient location: http://scrippsjschool.org. Not only is the info right there, but the site is equipped with RSS (Really Simple Syndication) and you get only the information you want delivered right to you. (More on that in an upcoming article.) In the following weeks you can read about the coolest features of scrippsjschool.org in Scripps Notes. But for now, browse the site for yourself and send feedback and suggestions to stewartr@ohio.edu. Also, you can send information about upcoming organizational events and meetings to me, at lg163504@ohio.edu, and help make the site even more informative.
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- Interview with John Felton (video)
John Felton (BSJ ’75) has worked as a freelance editor and writer, as foreign and senior editor for National Public Radio, foreign affairs reporter and author for Congressional Quarterly publications, writer for World Bank reports, newspaper reporter, and innkeeper.
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- About Tatge’s Media Works course (video)
How does the national media really work? We know what the textbooks say. But this Fall, E.W. Scripps Visiting Professional Mark Tatge will give students a window into the workings at newsrooms at some of the nation’s top publications -- the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Business Week, Fortune, the New York Times.
In an attempt to influence the media, companies spend hundreds of millions of dollars on bad advertising, mindless PR releases and crisis planning. Much of it represents money poured down the drain. This course explores the reasons why corporate America has yet to understand how journalists think and how they do their jobs. We will explore the consequences and possible solutions to this perennial problem, a situation that threatens to only get worse with advances in technology.
In this video Tatge talks about the "Media Works" course (J492 A09) he is teaching in the fall.
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- Tatge on Fox Business program (video)
Here’s a recent episode of the Fox Business news program, featuring Scripps Howard Visiting Professional Mark Tatge.
- contact Mark Tatge at 740.593.2590
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- Interview with Keith Rathbun, BSJ’74 (video)
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Tom Suddes’ interview with Keith Rathbun (BSJ ’74) following the unveiling of the new postage stamps on Journalism Day.
- contact Bob Stewart at 740.593.2601 or visit scrippsjschool.org/journalismday
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- Interview with Duave Valz, Yahoo (video)
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Duane Valz, VP & Associate General Counsel for Global Patent Strategy, Yahoo! Inc. spoke about the future of content in this one-on-one interview.
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- Santa Maria Sun Job (editing)
The Santa Maria Sun is searching for an editor to provide vision and leadership for the weekly paper. The ideal candidate is passionate about bringing the people of northern Santa Barbara County community-oriented, thought-provoking journalism. He or she will have a solid background in reporting and editing, a familiarity with this area and a deep understanding of journalistic ethics and values. Most importantly, the ideal candidate will believe in the Sun, its history, and its potential. Spanish speakers are encouraged to apply.
The Santa Maria Sun is the Santa Maria Valley’s largest news publication and its main source for in-depth news, as well as comprehensive sports, arts, and entertainment coverage. This weekly embodies the best values of community-driven alternative journalism. With a total circulation of 20,000 from Lompoc to the Five Cities, the Sun always strives to be smart, engaging and relevant for our diverse set of readers, while challenging them to think beyond and beneath the headlines. The Sun is owned by the independent New Times Media Group, which also owns the New Times in San Luis Obispo.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=newswire&ID=6451.
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- Associated Press Job (video producer)
The Associated Press seeks an APTN Newsperson ??” Video Intake Producer for its new South regional desk in Atlanta.
This producer assists in the planning and execution of all video content across a multi-state region stretching from Delaware to Florida and west to Louisiana.
The incumbent stays in close touch with the bureaus in the region. This includes talking to TV stations, obtaining user-generated content, and making contacts in the region. This individual works closely with other South desk formats (text, photos, multimedia) to ensure AP owns the coverage in all formats. The producer writes, edits, shoots, voices and packages content.
The producer works closely with broadcast in Washington including participation in morning and afternoon editorial planning conference calls. He or she must have outstanding news judgment and the ability to seek out untold stories.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=newswire&ID=6441.
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- Florida Times-Union Job (copy editing and design)
Do you like Florida? Do you like four-day work weeks? Do you like a great work environment? If you’re a copy editor/designer who wants work on a new community news tabloid, you’ll like this: The Florida Times-Union has an opening for a copy editor/designer for their hyper-local community news universal desk. You’ll decide how they look, how they read and will have fun doing it.
The Florida Times-Union launches soon, so if you’re interested shoot a résumé to: tujobs@jacksonville.com. Please include in the subject line: FL-TU and reference the position for which you are applying. You may, also, fax your résumé to 904 359-4076 or mail to:
The Florida Times-Union
Attn: Human Resources
One Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32202.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=newswire&ID=6439.
or visit http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php\\?cat=newswire\\&ID=6439
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- KTVU.com Job (online)
Summary: Present the news on the Internet following the format and instructions of the KTVU News Director and Managing Editor of KTVU.com.
Essential duties: Produce and post daily news, sports and entertainment material from KTVU news reports, digitize video from news reports, feeds from reporters in the field and feeds from content partners, write and edit text taken from scripts and wires, create slideshows from stills captured from video feeds, must be available to work nights and weekends.
Skills and abilities: Must be familiar with basic HTML coding and use of a publishing system and have working knowledge of Photoshop and the use of video editing software.
Qualification requirements: The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Language skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and news stories in a concise, balanced manner free of bias, distortion or poor taste.
Reasoning ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Must be thoroughly professional in all aspects of journalism. Must be well read on current affairs and have a wide-range working knowledge and understanding of general interest subjects, current events and people in the news.
Résumés and tapes will be accepted until position is filled.
Please indicate your referral source. No phone calls, please.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=newmed&ID=6432.
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- Planetizen Job (newswriting and editing)
Planetizen, located in Los Angeles, is seeking a managing editor who can work as part of a dedicated team of editors, urban planners and Web site developers to manage and grow
Planetizen (www.planetizen.com) is the nation’s most popular information exchange for the urban planning community.
The ideal candidate will have an educational background and relevant experience in urban planning or a closely-related field, as well as strong editing skills and experience managing projects.
Typical Responsibilities and Tasks:
·Manage the day-to-day operations of Planetizen.
·Represent Planetizen at conferences, meetings, on telephone calls and other public interactions.
·Manage Planetizen’s daily newswire, including editing news articles.
·Cultivate, coordinate and edit weekly Op-Eds and other feature articles, including interacting via e-mail and telephone with authors.
·Use Web development tools and a sophisticated content management
system to manage the Planetizen Web site.
·Manage a team consisting of three to five people in developing Planetizen features, products and services.
·Coordinate Planetizen’s annual Top 10 Books list.
·Coordinate Planetizen’s annual Top Web sites list.
·Participate in weekly strategy meetings with Planetizen editorial staff.
·Coordinate, edit and produce new online courses.
·Coordinate special projects, as necessary.
·Cultivate and manage publication of a second book.
·Brainstorm new ideas and projects.
·Develop and sustain partnerships with allied organizations.
·Optimize Planetizen operations.
·Perform quality assurance testing of Web applications, working directly with the developers and project managers.
·Design use-case scenarios for testing of Web applications.
For additional information, including details on how to apply, see:
http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/details.php?cat=newmed&ID=6433.
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- Politicker.com (newswriting)
Politicker.com is seeking creative, self-starting editorial interns to join its national reporting team. Interns will work as political journalists, interacting directly with reporters and editors in either their New York or Washington offices to contribute regular content to Politicker’s national and state Web sites. Interns will research and monitor pertinent political news figures, events, issues and campaigns, conduct interviews and ensure timeliness and accuracy to Politicker.com sites. This is a great opportunity for aspiring journalists to gain hands-on reporting experience while playing an integral role in the development of a national media brand.
Applicants should possess a strong passion for politics and an understanding of campaigns and elections. They’re looking for political junkies. Applicants should also be creative and self-starting, as national or state reporting assignments will be encouraged. Internships are unpaid, however academic credit can be arranged.
More information about us can be found by checking out Politicker.com or The New York Times article attached. Politicker.com is owned by the Observer Media Group, the parent company of The New York Observer.
Interested applicants can apply by sending their résumé, cover letter and a writing sample to zach.silber@politicker.com.
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- Sportingnews.com (newswriting and online)
SportingNews.com, based in Charlotte, N.C., is seeking a summer intern to edit for its fantasy sports Web site.
Responsibilities include monitoring fantasy news feeds, putting together top-story packages for the main fantasy sports pages and some writing. Some photo editing is also required.
Candidates must be quick learners, be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and be able to react to breaking news. In addition, candidates need to have strong people skills and work in a team environment; loners need not apply. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
Candidates should be pursuing a degree in journalism, new media or equivalent, have excellent command of the English language and strong editing and grammar skills. A passion for fantasy sports is a must.
Qualifications include previous experience on the Web, in newspapers or magazines. In addition, your work status must be such that you are authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
SportingNews.com is part of American City Business Journals.
To apply, send your résumé, cover letter and examples of work to:
Senior Editor George Winkler
gwinkler@sportingnews.com
120 West Morehead Street, Suite 200
Charlotte, NC, 28202
Do not e-mail attachments.
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- EnMobile (marketing)
EnMobile is currently searching for three copywriter interns. Their clients include Vitamin Water, Miller, Tropical Tanning and BillBoards USA.
How to apply: E-mail your résumé and cover letter to jason@EnMobileMedia.com. Please detail your experience relevant to this opportunity and include the reasons for your interest in the position.
EnMobile, headquartered in Athens, Ohio is a full-service innovative strategic marketing and advertising agency specializing in creative mobile technology and platforms. The agency provides progressive mobile marketing solutions, including mobile multimedia applications and consulting services to help advertisers engage consumers. EnMobile has offices in Athens, Ohio and Fort Myers, Florida. For more information on EnMobile, visit www.enmobilemedia.com.
or visit www.enmobilemedia.com
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- Intern for The Athens Insider (news writing)
The Athens Insider, the entertainment publication of The Athens Messenger, is looking for Ohio University journalism students to join the small team of interns this spring quarter. Primary intern responsibilities include researching and writing entertainment-related stories for the print and online editions of the paper. The internship is unpaid and can be for credit. Hours for the program will vary according to each student.
If interested, please send a résumé and a few writing samples to Randy Surface, Entertainment Editor, The Athens Insider, 9300 Johnson Road, Athens, Ohio 45701 or rsurface@athensmessenger.com.
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- IBM - Intranet Editorial Intern
IBM is looking for a go-getter, self-starter, do-it-yourself intern for our intranet editorial team. Successful applicants will have excellent writing and editing skills & an interest in video & audio production. You will perform a wide range of activities from reporting corporate news, helping global editors, researching facts & figures, and assisting during internal company events. The intranet department is lean, dynamic & global. Candidates will be evaluated based on writing & production skills, as well as demonstrated leadership in extracurricular activities. Please be ready to demonstrate your writing & blogging skills. This internship is full-time for 10-12 weeks. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Desired Skills: This is a writing intensive position. We are seeking creative thinkers.
Additional Info: IBM’s Corporate Headquarters is located in Armonk, New York. This facility houses the center of IBM’s Business Operations, along with various divisions of Finance, Human Resources, Accounting, Procurement and Executive Management.
To apply, go to the link below.
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- DigitalJournal.com
DigitalJournal.com is a news website run by journalists. This is an open network that allows any aspiring writer or journalist to join. They give students a chance to get published, get noticed and get feedback on their work. A small honorarium is offered for all journalism students who sign-up. Pay is based on how much attention their article gets. Students can gain valuable experience and practice through this venue that is followed by millions of readers around the world. Students can write articles and join a growing community of Citizen Journalists, and they can also vote on other articles and add comments. They can engage in current affairs in a very interactive and dynamic way. They can stay on top of current events relevant for school studies, and get a chance to get writing experience along with feedback. If you have questions about DigitalJournal.com, please visit http://www.digitaljournal.com/help/faq.php. For information on signing up to the site as a Citizen Journalists, please visit: http://www.digitaljournal.com/howitworks.php.
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- realbuzz.com (online)
A rapidly growing lifestyle website, realbuzz.com, would like to involve university students in the production of the online content. This online company is based in the UK.
In exchange for writing a wide range of travel and entertainment features (hostel reviews, city guides, film, theater, album or even gig reviews), students will have a chance to see their work published, build their resume, and add to their portfolio.
To date, realbuzz.com has already had many students in the UK writing for them and have been able to provide references, internship opportunities, and even paid work in some instances. They would like to see the addition of some American student writers in order to generate a more varied range of content.
For more information or to express interest, contact Laura Liszewski, Editorial Assistant, at laural@realbuzz.com.
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- Muscular Dystrophy Association (public relations, advertising)
The Muscular Dystrophy Association is seeking graduate students, graduating seniors or undergraduates entering their Junior or Senior year, studying public relations, communications, journalism, advertising or marketing to coordinate regional public relations efforts for special events, fundraisers, public service campaigns and the 2008 Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon.
Qualified candidates will possess strong writing and communication skills, be self motivated and be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Experience in writing press releases, media advisories and pitching material to the news media is a plus.
Successful candidates will work as Regional Public Affairs Coordinators (RPACs) from one of MDA’s offices in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Hartford, Pittsburgh, Detroit, Chicago, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Atlanta, Charlotte, Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville, Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Phoenix, Tulsa, Salt Lake City and Denver. This is a rich opportunity to build a professional portfolio.
Successful candidates will write press releases and media alerts, pitch stories and build relationships with local and national news media. The regional public affairs coordinator will also be responsible for local fundraising event promotions and will gain experience in copywriting and placing stories with print and broadcast media. Promotional activities conducted by each coordinator will make an immediate difference in the lives of a million Americans living with neuromuscular diseases, while fostering skills that will transfer to any corporate work environment.
The summer internship runs from 12 to 16 weeks, depending on individual school schedules; salary starts at $350 per week. Interns will receive training, direction and support from MDA’s regional and national offices. MDA is a national voluntary health agency working to defeat neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive services, and far-reaching professional and public health education. For more information about MDA, visit www.mda.org.
For more information and to apply online, visit www.mdainternships.org. A cover letter, resume and writing sample will be required to complete the application.
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- Teach for America opportunity
Teach For America is the national corps of outstanding recent college graduates and working professionals - of all academic majors, backgrounds and career interests who commit two years to teach in urban and rural public schools and become lifelong leaders for expanding educational opportunity for all children.
To learn more or apply, visit www.teachforamerica.org.
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- Fleishman-Hillard St. Louis (public relations)
Fleishman-Hillard is an international, full-service public relations firm with headquarters in St. Louis. For 20 years, the Fleishman-Hillard St. Louis office has offered college students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain valuable, practical public relations experience through its internship program.
The Fleishman-Hillard St. Louis internship program offers three sessions: spring, summer and fall. While at Fleishman-Hillard, interns have the opportunity to work with staff members to develop and execute media campaigns; write news releases, research papers, media pitch letters and other correspondence; participate in new business opportunities; and coordinate events.
Interns are assigned to work with specific groups and accounts. Practice areas in the St. Louis office are: Corporate Communications, Investor Relations, Marketing, Healthcare and Environmental, Public Affairs, Employee Communications.
Requirements:
Applicants need to be at least a B average and must have completed their junior year of undergraduate study, however, recent graduates are preferred. Applications are welcomed from students with concentrations in all major areas, but backgrounds in journalism, mass media, communications, public relations and radio and television broadcasting are given first consideration.
Compensation:
Interns are paid on an hourly basis and are competitive within the industry and the St. Louis market. Interns work from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and usually have opportunities for overtime. In addition, the company pays for parking.
Sessions:
Winter/Spring: January-May (application deadline: Nov. 1)
Summer: June-August (March 1)
Fall: September-December (July 1)
Application:
Please specify which session and practice area(s) that are of interest. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, three writing samples and a letter of recommendation to:
Intern Coordinator
Fleishman-Hillard Inc.
200 North Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102
fhstlinterns@fleishman.com
For more information, call (314)982-1700 or visit www.fleishman.com
- via email or by phone 314.982.1700 or visit www.fleishman.com
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- Good Housekeeping (magazine)
The editorial department at Good Housekeeping magazine seeks sharp, enthusiastic interns to assist in day-to-day research, reporting and brainstorming. The candidate must have an eye for detail and accuracy as well as being able to work under deadlines. In exchange for hard work and good effort, you will receive exceptional experience in magazine journalism and an open door of opportunity. Good Housekeeping is willing to work with your schedule, but you must commit a minimum of 16 hours per week. This is an unpaid internship for college juniors and seniors, and individuals must receive school credit. Applicants should specify the term (spring/summer/fall) for which they are applying. Check out goodhousekeeping.com/internships for more information.
Send resume, cover letter and a list of references to Monica Monzingo:
mmonzingo@hearst.com
Monica Monzingo
Good Housekeeping
300 West 57th St.
New York, NY 10019
- contact Monica Monzingo or visit www.goodhousekeeping.com/internships
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- NBC4 (Columbus, Ohio)
Are you interested in a news internship that puts you to work researching and developing stories that will be seen on the air? NBC4 has an immediate opportunity for a news intern to work in the Target 4 investigative unit. You will not be asked to get coffee, but you will be asked to dig into data, make phone calls to school boards, senators, and state agencies. NBC needs someone with a passion for finding stories that can help residents, improve government efficiency, and pique the attention of viewers.
If you are sharp, confident and enjoy the excitement of digging for answers on tough questions, please e-mail a resume, cover letter and a completed application to ppreston@nbc4i.com.
Applications may be picked up from the station or downloaded from www.nbc4i.com. Internship must be taken for college credit and your academic advisor must approve by signing a contract with the station. The unpaid internship will take place at WCMH-TV, at 3165 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, between Ackerman and North Broadway.
or visit www.nbc4i.com
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- Career CAT (advertising)
Want to be an Ohio University Career CAT? The Office of Career Services is proud to announce that they are now accepting applications for the first ever Career CATs team! The Career CATs (or Creative Advertising Techs) are looking for energetic, creative, and fun individuals to become the inaugural members of this exciting new group.
Role of the Team: To assist with the marketing and promotion of Career Services events, programs and services.
Provide ongoing student input and feedback to improve Career Services communications and marketing
Develop marketing materials and programs that will appeal to students
Help plan and implement marketing blitzes and promotions
Advertise events through street team marketing and flyering
Assist at Career Fairs and special events
Conduct and develop student surveys in conjunction with OCS staff
Represent Career Services at various campus events
Benefits of Participation - Students who volunteer have the opportunity to participate in special projects based on their unique interests and talents.
Develop highly marketable skills: leadership, communication, marketing, public relations and organizational
Obtain valuable experience to build your resume
Interface with employers, administrators and career services staff at an exclusive level
Possibly receive internship credit
Commitment Required of Team Members
Attend one meeting per month to provide input and feedback (some e-meetings)
Volunteer to assist with projects based on your interests and talents as needed
Represent Career Services in a professional manner at all times
Look for opportunities to enhance the image of Career Services on campus
Maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA
As the new school year begins, you have a chance to be part of a new and exciting opportunity to meet other students, develop you resume, and help the Office of Career Services.
Applications are available in Baker 533
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- Brijit.com (online media startup)
Brijit.com, a DC-based online media startup, is looking for freelancers to write brief summaries and reviews of magazine articles, TV and radio shows, and long-form Web content that you probably already read, watch, or listen to. Sources include The New Yorker, Time, Esquire, The Economist, Sports Illustrated, and dozens of others. Get your own byline, work with our professional editors, and earn $5 for every abstract we publish.
or visit www.brijit.com
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- Your Family Games (writing)
Do you love video games? Do you wish that others shared this love? Now is your chance to help spread understanding, awareness and love of video game to all generations.
Your Family Games (yourfamilygames.com) is designed to be an online resource for parents, so that they can better learn about their child’s hobby of video games and gain a better understanding of video game culture. It goes beyond teaching parents how to pronounce "pwn," and informs them of what type of gaming experience their child will encounter when they pick up a game.
YFG welcomes anyone with an interest in video games to join and help write wire content - whether that is game reviews, holiday previews, buying guides or game industry news. YFG’s goal is to have this content ready to present for the holiday season. Reviews for PS3, Xbox 360 and PC are especially needed. Web design help also appreciated.
NOTE: YFG cannot provide staff with video games to review; staff members will not be forced/asked to purchase video games for review, but can simply use games they already own.
Please contact yourfamilygames@gmail.com if you are interested or for more information.
or visit www.yourfamilygames.com
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- Planet OHIO News (environmental writing)
Writers who are interested in environmental issues around campus are wanted for Planet OHIO News. If you like writing about activities, developments or research related to sustainability at Ohio University, they are interested in hearing from you. This is a great opportunity to publish material. You can follow their leads, or create your own.
For more information, contact Erin Eilbeck at ee293007@ohio.edu
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- O’Bleness Memorial Hospital
Is an internship possibility at O’Bleness Memorial Hospital in their Community Relations Department. They are looking for journalism students who are interested in gaining experience working in the area of non-profit public relations. Last year, a number of Scripps students helped develop and design newsletters, write news releases and organize special events. If interested, contact Joy MillerUpton by e-mail: jmillerupton@obleness.org
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- Medical Tourism Association
The Medical Tourism Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping solve the American Health care crisis by allowing the 50 million Americans without insurance information on traveling to foreign countries for surgery and health care. Overseas, the prices are almost 80% less, and the quality of care is equal to the U.S. Students have the opportunity to volunteer for Medical Tourism Magazine, a monthly magazine with a free subscription to the uninsured in America, and also to those decision makers in U.S. health care.
Students will get to write articles, travel with all expenses paid when available, research articles and interview leading international hospitals, U.S. politicians, leaders in foreign countries, etc. They are looking for students who believe in the concept and would like t be a part of it while they are in school, or those that have graduated but are looking for experience.
Contact Jonathan Edleheit, President
Medical Tourism Association
info@medicaltravelauthority.com
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- Athens County Children Services (public relations)
The Community Relations intern reports directly to the Public Information Coordinator, and assists them in managing a comprehensive information, advertising and public relations program for Athens County Children Services and performs related work. Duties include writing news releases and special feature articles on agency events, services and programs; designing, editing and producing brochures, newsletters, presentations and publications; developing agency advertising/promotion campaigns; as well as involvement in various community events and other assigned activities.
Intern must have computer skills, valid driver’s license and insurance and complete a criminal background check.
Submit resume to Andy Ellinger, Public Information, Athens County Children Services, P.O. Box 1046, Athens, OH 45701 or via e-mail to ellint@odjfs.state.oh.us.
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- Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board (public relations)
Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin County of Franklin County, situated in downtown Columbus, is a Franklin County governmental agency that is in need of an intern. The internship is open to students during their 2007 holiday break. The intern would have an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and practical knowledge in non-profit/governmental marketing, media relations, public affair and community relations. For information on the ADAMH Board, visit their Web site at www.adamhfranklin.org.
Internship responsibilities: Assist the ADAMH Public Affairs department with community presentation coordination, community events staffing, talking points/speech development, news release writing, ad design, constituent relations, etc.
Qualifications needed: College students seeking degree in public relations, journalism, community relations or a related field. Prior public relations/journalism coursework and familiarity with AP style is preferred. Candidate must possess strong writing, communication and organizational skills. The student must also have a vehicle to travel to community events throughout Franklin County. Familiarity with Quark XPress a plus.
Work hours: Flexible start and finish dates depending on student’s college, work and holiday schedules. Flexible hours. Hours per week negotiable depending on holiday break and college program requirements.
Compensation: Unpaid; Mileage for travel to community events will be reimbursed.
To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to:
Aimee Jo Robson
ADAMH Board of Franklin County
447 E. Broad St.
Columbus, OH 43215
arobson@adamh.co.franklin.oh
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- The Scoop08
The Scoop08 is an independent, national online newspaper run by college and high school students from around the country, is currently looking for a photo editor and multimedia editor. The Scoop08 will be launching in late September with a goal to impact the way politics is currently reported. If you would like to apply, visit http://www.thescoop08.com/join.html or contact Meghan Louttit at meghan.louttit@thescoop08.com with any questions.
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- Flavva Magazine of Pittsburgh (editorial)
Flavva Magazine, the only urban entertainment magazine in Pittsburgh, is seeking an eager, self-motivated, hardworking editorial intern who will dedicate two to four hours per week to conduct interviews with today’s hottest celebrities. The magazine specializes in informing readers about what’s going on in urban culture today by writing cutting-edge stories on fashion, music, reviews, gossip, business and politics.
This is a paid internship, with the possibility of stay on full-time.
To apply, e-mail your cover letter and resume (in the body of the e-mail if possible) to LaTrice at howsiel@flavvamag.com
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- Profound Communications, Inc.
Profound Communications, Inc. is looking for a public relations intern to start immediately. Applicants should be recent college graduates or have completed their junior year of undergraduate study. Candidates should have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Responsibilities include directing the internal marketing efforts of Profound Communications, providing support to the full-time staff on client and internal projects. Projects include, but are not limited to, newsletters, press releases and e-mail newsletters. Interns must be available at least 30 hours a week and the end date for the internship will align with the end date for the quarter or semester. A $2,000 cash stipend will be awarded to interns completing at least 200 hours.
Send a cover letter, resume, three writing samples and three references to: specialprojects@profoundcommunications.com
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- D.C. Intern Housing Program
Washington Intern Student Housing (WISH) is a semester housing program located throughout Capitol Hill neighborhoods that is a perfect choice for students who desire a location close to the nation’s Capitol, Congressional offices, Library of Congress, the Supreme Court and metro stations. Move-in is easy! Just bring your alarm clock, clothes, comfortable shoes and perhaps your computer. They provide all the necessary furnishings and wireless internet access. Public transportation is excellent and Capitol Hill provides a great walking lifestyle. If you bring your car please note that we do not provide parking space, and street parking is often difficult.
- contact Dan Lewis at 800.461.9280
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Upcoming events in detail
- SPJ and RTNDA Movie Night
- 05.15.2008 at 8:30 p.m.
- Scripps Hall Amphitheater
Showing "Anchorman" outside of Scripps Hall at the
amphitheatre along with an ice cream and root beer float social. Bring your friends!
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- Society of Photo Illustrators
- 05.19.2008 at 7:00 p.m.
- Seigfred 306
Meetings are held every other Monday.
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