Students will be expected to generate story ideas on a regular basis but will also be handed story leads from ConnectNetwork and ConnectRichmond staff. Stories may also develop from community events, symposiums and forums occurring in the region, at which the student will be expected to attend and report out.
Stories will be published weekly on the ConnectRichmond Web site and additional venues as fit. Additional responsibilities might also include day-to-day work with the ConnectNetwork and ConnectRichmond staff. Total work hours will be approximately 10 - 15 hours per week. (This is an unpaid internship.)
Qualifications: Students must have excellent writing, editing and verbal skills as well as a high degree of professionalism. They must be self-starters, willing to take initiative to chase down interviewees and facts with persistency.
Work will be structured by deadlines, so timeliness and ability to work independently is crucial. Students with a genuine interest and knowledge of Richmond's community news and happenings will be strongly preferred.
ConnectRichmond is a nonprofit organization located on VCU's Monroe Park campus -- at 809 Cathedral Place. Interested candidates should e-mail their cover letter, resume and three writing or multimedia samples to Ryan Smartt, director of ConnectRichmond, at rsmartt@connectrichmond.org.
More about ConnectRichmond
ConnectRichmond is designed for citizens who want to strengthen our community. We provide information, resources and instant access to nonprofits, civic leaders, volunteers and others interested in improving metro Richmond. Find out more at www.connectrichmond.org.
]]>Description of Organization:
The National Kidney Foundation Serving Virginia, a major voluntary health organization, seeks to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases, improve the health and well being of individuals and families affected by these diseases, and increase the availability of all organs for transplantation.
Intern Responsibilities:
• Writing and distributing press releases for programs and events.
• Creating flyers, brochures and mailers for marketing and community education campaigns.
• Assist in the development and implementation of various fund-raising projects.
• Participating in direct marketing/advertising campaigns.
• Compiling and analyzing marketing data to gauge the effectiveness of the marketing program.
• Data entry and database management.
• Other duties as assigned.
Intern Qualifications:
• College Junior or Senior, Graduate Student.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, knowledge of Adobe creative suite preferred.
• Excellent writing/communications skills.
• Ability to learn new software quickly.
• Ability to work on deadline.
• Ability to work alone as well as part of a team.
When offered (fall, spring and/or summer semesters.):
Available all semesters
Paid/unpaid/stipend:
Unpaid
Who to Contact:
Amy Capistran
Regional Project Manager
1742 East Parham Road
Richmond, VA 23228
Phone: 804-288-8342
Fax: 804-282-7835
amy.capistran@kidney.org
Overview: Organized, creative tech-savvy project coordinator assisting Podium web site designer and chief programmer to ensure integrity of architecture data, web site navigation, links to partner sites and communication of production details within the Podium organization.
FUNCTIONS
• Coordinate and perform computer-based production tasks to facilitate web site releases and updates on the Podium site
• Act as operational liaison between committees such as Executive Committee, Web Site Committee, Development/Events Committee and Programs Committee, documenting all online publication details of web-ready content and requisite approvals
• Data entry of updates, including the scheduling of periodic churn of online content planned as updated portions of the Podium web site, especially in cases such as a people's choice program, requiring the monitoring of statistical user interaction for integrity
• Publish schedule of Podium web site updates within the organization, and monitor all forecasted content refresh frames
• Communicate deadlines and content development timelines throughout Podium organization
• Contribute to web site production process in all stages, ranging from initial conceptualization to final release on the Internet
• Coordinate data files used by production providers such as journal printer and web site creators, maintaining an efficient translation from one data format to the other, thus creating a streamlined "factory approach" from one data format to the other
SKILLS
• Project management skills including budgetary acumen and awareness of web site production efficiencies
• Effective personal communications skills, a talent for the written word and demonstrates compelling presentation skills
• Functional knowledge of HTML (web site construction language)
• Knowledge/interest in visual design as it relates to interactive media
• Understanding of top-level functional design, reading navigational flow charts and how they translate into the digital realm
• Team player, works well in a fluid, spontaneous business situation, with a particular knowledge of the non-profit dynamic
• Willingness to learn and contribute in an ever-changing technology environment
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Dr. Catherine Ingrassia
Executive Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Affairs
Professor of English
College of Humanities and Sciences
Virginia Commonwealth University
Phone: 804.827.0857
Mailing Address: Office of the Dean/Blanton House/828 W. Franklin St./Box 842019/Richmond, VA 23284-2019
Community Idea Stations in cooperation with VCU School of Mass Communications offers a hands-on, paid internship program in local television production and is soliciting applicants.
Areas of Emphasis
Individuals are being sought for the Capitol Bureau. The State Capitol Studio serves the governor and the legislature of Virginia, from covering daily proceedings on the Senate floor, to producing news interviews and programs featuring Virginia's politicians. The interns take an active and involved role in assigned productions. Experience in a professional, public broadcast studio will give the intern a comprehensive picture of TV production.
Qualifications and Requirements
• Minimum of major status in school of mass communications
• Computer literate
• Participate in field shoots and carry equipment
• Commit to 10 to 12 hours per week
• Provide own parking and transportation to and from the Capitol
• Successful completion of MASC 366 (TV Production) required; Successful completion of MASC 415 (Advanced TV Production) and MASC 466 (VCU InSight Production) preferred: Successful completion of POLI 321 (Urban Government and Politics), 322 (State and Local Government Politics) or 323 (Virginia Government and Politics) preferred; Previous work experience in production preferred.
Interns Requirements
• Send a résumé and cover letter outlining area(s) of interest, summary of education and experience
• Devote 10 hours minimum per week during the General Assembly
• Keen interest in learning about all facets of television production
• Knowledge and interest in journalism, news, current events and public affairs
• Strong organizational, writing, communication and computer skills
Typical Duties
• Train in program development, including: organization, conception, structure, formatting, writing, and taking ideas from first thought through fruition
• Develop and refine interpersonal communication skills with crew, staff and management
• Research possible show topics (requires strong computer research, journalism and typing skills)
• Coordinate studio production work and crews
• Act as liaison between show guest and crew
• Observe and assist in post-production and editing process as well as some live studio productions
Pick up an application in the Mass Communications Office (Temple 2216)
Deadline to Apply: December 4th, 2009
Summer Internship Program Information / Application
The Virginia Association of Broadcasters (VAB) offers PAID Summer Internship Programs available to students entering their Junior or Senior year ONLY at a college or university that offers undergraduate classes in the following courses of study: Computer Science, Business, Electronic Media, Engineering, Graphic Design and Mass Communications including Advertising, Journalism (print or broadcast), Marketing and Public Relations.
The Summer Internship Program is an 8-week program beginning Monday, June 7, 2010 and ending Friday, July 30, 2010. All interns should plan to work 40-hours per week at $7.25/hour. A total of 32 students statewide will be selected for the program and all interns will be placed at a radio or television station in the state of Virginia. Every effort is made to place a student in their geographical area of preference; however, this cannot be guaranteed.
Only students who are Virginia residents OR a non-resident student currently attending an accredited college or University in the state of Virginia are eligible for the Summer Internship Program.
Rules For Applying
1. In order to qualify for the intern program, applicants must meet the following conditions:
o Good moral character.
o Exhibit grades in previous academic work, which in the judgment of VAB, are adequate to give reasonable assurance of success in completing college.
o Select a course of study relating to a broadcasting career.
o Intent to pursue a career in broadcasting.
o Apply for the grant in the manner outlined herein, and furnish all the information requested on the official application form. Do not send a resume; it will not be used. Only the application will be sent to the judging committee.
2. All applicant forms must be postmarked by February 12, 2010 (please mail; faxes will not be accepted). The application must be completed in full or it will not be considered. Applications postmarked after February 12, 2010 will not be considered.
3. The Virginia Association of Broadcasters will contact applicants selected to receive a summer internship via email and/or phone. It is imperative that emails addresses and telephone numbers are printed legibly on the application.
4. If selected, the applicant will be required to contact the station for which he or she has been paired and to schedule an interview with the assigned station prior to a commitment by the student or station for the internship position.
5. This is an internship program that constitutes a temporary employment relationship with either a radio or television station. As such, accepted applicants will receive limited benefits and will not be eligible for unemployment compensation at the end of the eight (8) week period.
ENTRY MUST BE POSTMARKED BY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2010
go to the following link for the applcation:
www.vabonline.com then select education/intern
]]>Description of Organization
The Progress-Index, with 12,000 circulation daily and Sunday, is a p.m. paper Monday through Friday and an a.m. on the weekends. The newspaper has been in existence since 1865, but we are a growing multi-media company. Petersburg is a historic town with a growing, vibrant arts community.
Intern Responsibilities
The Progress-Index award-winning sports department is seeking an intern, who is an aggressive self-starter who can find stories and tell them in a compelling way in print and online, to gain valuable experience at a daily. The internship is unpaid, but past interns have walked away with plenty of clips, covering everything from high school sports, Little League and American Legion baseball up to college sports, wooden bat summer baseball to NHRA racing and everything in between. Schedule is flexible but includes nights and weekends.
Must be able to handle multiple assignments, work effectively and productively under deadline pressure. We will allow you to cover those sports you enjoy so that you may develop and grow as a journalist but more importantly have fun along the way.
Intern Qualifications
Applicants should have strong, demonstrated writing and grammar skills and a solid grasp of AP style. Prior experience at college newspaper or freelance is helpful. Also, must have a clear knowledge of all sports and the ability to keep your own statistics during games.
Other
fall, spring and summer semesters; unpaid
20 miles from campus.
Who to Contact
Thomas Dozier, Sports Editor, The Progress-Index, 15 Franklin St., Petersburg VA 23803. 804-722-5151; tdozier@progress-index.com
How To Contact
By email and include resume, references and work samples
Description of Organization
The Progress-Index, with 12,000 circulation daily and Sunday, is a p.m. paper Monday through Friday and an a.m. on the weekends. The newspaper has been in existence since 1865, but we are a growing multi-media company. Petersburg is a historic town with a growing, vibrant arts community.
Intern Responsibilities
We are looking for an aggressive self-starter who can find stories and tell them in a compelling way in print and online. Coverage would include breaking news and general assignments. The reporter will be given an opportunity to look beyond daily events and uncover the trends in the coverage area and explain why it matters to readers. Must be able to handle multiple assignments, work effectively and productively under deadline pressure and a have a willingness to develop and grow as a journalist. Qualified candidates will also have an opportunity to work in multi-media with our growing online presence.
Intern Qualifications
Applicants should have strong, demonstrated writing and grammar skills and a solid grasp of AP style. Prior experience at college newspaper or freelance is helpful.
Other fall, spring and summer semesters; unpaid
20 miles from campus.
Who to Contact
Brian Couturier, Managing Editor, The Progress-Index, 15 Franklin St., Petersburg VA 23803. 804-722-5109; editor@progress-index.com
How To Contact
By email and include resume, references and work samples
Description of Organization
The Progress-Index, with 12,000 circulation daily and Sunday, is a p.m. paper Monday through Friday and an a.m. on the weekends. The newspaper has been in existence since 1865, but we are a growing multi-media company. Petersburg is a historic town with a growing, vibrant arts community.
Intern Responsibilities
The multimedia intern is accountable for conceiving, producing and readying multimedia features, including text, audio, video and still images, either for our traditional print product or our online sites.
Intern Qualifications
Applicants should have experience with Photoshop and other software programs in making multimedia presentations such as video, photo galleries and slide shows is necessary. Excellent news judgment, strong technical skills and the ability to work well under deadline pressure are a must. This candidate must be willing to work closely with reporters, designers and editors in a collaborative newsroom environment.
Other
fall, spring and summer semesters; unpaid
20 miles from campus.
Who to Contact
Patrick Kane, Multimedia Editor, The Progress-Index, 15 Franklin St., Petersburg VA 23803. 804-722-5148; pkane@progress-index.com
How To Contact
By email and include resume, references and work samples
PRINCETON, N.J. (Oct. 22, 2009)-- Students have until Nov. 2 to apply online for the Dow Jones Newspaper Fund's internship programs for 2010 in multimedia, news and sports copy editing and business reporting.
Applicants in all majors are invited to apply. Candidates apply via the Fund's Web site, https://www.newspaperfund.org , by clicking on "Programs" then "College Internships." Each student must register as an Intern Applicant in order to login and complete application forms. All programs require students to upload a resume and transcript. The editing programs, intended for juniors, seniors and graduate students, require a 500-word essay explaining why the applicant is the best candidate for the position and a one-hour editing exam. Tests have been sent in bulk to 350 on-campus test monitors. Students on campuses without designated monitors must email the Fund at djnf@dowjones.com to request the test be sent to a professor at their college. A list of monitors is posted on the Web site.
Business reporting applicants can be sophomores, juniors or seniors. They must also upload three to five clips, write 500 words on why they want to cover business news and take a reporting test by Dec. 1. They must list the professor who has volunteered to administer the exam on their application form.
International students and U.S. students studying abroad are eligible to apply; professional journalists and recent graduates are not.
News organizations are asked to request interns by Dec. 1. The students will be trained by the Fund before reporting to work. The training cost to participating news organizations is $1,200 per intern for news and sports editing and $1,000 per intern for multimedia and business reporting. This represents about 50 percent of the overall program cost, with the rest provided by DJNF. News organizations agree to pay a minimum salary of $350 a week for a minimum of 10 weeks.
About the Dow Jones Newspaper Fund, Inc.
The Dow Jones Newspaper Fund is a nonprofit organization supported by the Dow Jones Foundation, Dow Jones and Co., publisher of The Wall Street Journal , and other media companies. Its mission is to encourage high school and college students to pursue journalism careers by sponsoring workshops and providing internships.
Dow Jones Newspaper Fund, Inc.
P.O. Box 300 Princeton NJ 08543
www.newspaperfund.org djnf@dowjones.com
Telephone: 609-452-2820 FAX: 609-520-5804
Richmond magazine is accepting applications for marketing internships in the spring (Jan. through May), summer (June through August.) and fall (Sept. through Dec.) The deadline for spring applications is Dec. 8; summer applications are due April 1; fall applications are due August 8.
Responsibilities:
Marketing interns will gain firsthand experience in the promotion of Richmond magazine. Interns may be asked to do research, assist in setting up and staffing promotional events, work with our circulation manager, and help out with other office duties.
Qualifications:
A background in marketing, public relations, or communications; must be well-organized, reliable and resourceful; must be computer proficient in Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer. Three month commitment of 20 hours minimum per month is required.
Application:
Internships are not paid. Interns must receive college credit, and will be acknowledged in the magazine's masthead.
If you're a quick-learner, enjoy a fast pace, like to pitch in whenever and wherever, can manage a variety of tasks and be diligent about the details, please mail or fax your resume and cover letter, or send via email to:
Debbie McCaffrey
Marketing Director
Richmond magazine
2201 W. Broad Street, Suite 105
Richmond, VA 23220-2022
E-mail: debbiem@richmag.com
No phone calls please.
Description of Organization:
International Soccer Network is a news agency based in Northeastern Ohio that provides coverage of international soccer via an online format. The United Soccer Leagues (USL), Major League Soccer (MLS), Professional Arena Soccer League (PASL-Pro), the U.S. and Canadian Men’s National Team, CONCACAF events, and England’s Football Conference are covered on a regular basis by professional writers, photographers, and interns.
Our vision is to promote 'the beautiful game" in the United States and Canada, sharing our passion and expertise for the game. Our agency depends on the Internet for the distribution of information. Our website is supplemented by social networking applications and radio/podcast appearances.
General Job Duties of Sports Journalism Interns:
Compose match reports for home games
Create feature articles
Conduct interviews with players, coaches, and front office staff
Build positive relationship between fans and our agency
Compose offseason reports (season reviews, season previews)
Evaluate press releases for newsworthiness
Attend press conferences and Media Day events (as needed)
Utilize social networking platforms to provide an alternative format for our news distribution
Qualifications for Applicants:
Effective writing skills
Knowledge of social networking applications (Twitter, Facebook, blogs, etc.)
Knowledge of soccer or willingness to learn about the sport
Internship Training includes:
Editorial review of all published content
Frequent discussion of the writing process/sports writing techniques
Instructional materials (available upon request)
Contact:
Gary L. Moody Jr., M.Ed.
Editor, International Soccer Network
"Your Source for the Beautiful Game"
editor@internationalsoccernetwork.com
330-205-2446
Are you bilingual in Spanish and English? Would you like to work for a radio station that is active in the Latino community?
WBTK "Radio Poder" 1380 AM is a family-friendly Spanish-language radio station here in Richmond . We are looking for people who are interested in getting started in Radio! No experience necessary - we are willing to train those who are dependable and eager to learn!
WBTK is looking for part-time weekend on-air announcers. The candidates would be responsible for the following:
Produce our paid block programming (church ministries, sports programs, etc.)
During times outside of paid block programming, you would be on-air playing music and taking calls from listeners and requests from listeners all around the world via the Internet. Creativity is encouraged!
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to:
WBTK Radio
3600 West Broad Street
Richmond , Virginia 23230
(804) 353-8544 Phone
glenm@wbtk.com
The Richmond SPCA is seeking an intern for the Spring 2010 semester. This internship provides excellent opportunities to gain experience in the nonprofit arena and to develop your portfolio. Intern will work within the development and community relations department, which handles the following roles for the organization: fundraising, marketing, and public/media relations. Primary responsibilities will include using multimedia and social media tools to promote Richmond SPCA programs, services and events. Applicants should have use of their own digital camera and laptop.
Description of the Organization:
The Richmond Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), founded in 1891, is a non-profit, no-kill humane organization. As a national leader in humane care and education, the Richmond SPCA is aggressively tackling the problem of pet overpopulation through education, adoption, rehabilitation and spay/neuter. The organization saves the lives of 3,000 homeless animals each year and cares for approximately 350 cats and dogs daily. For more information, please visit www.richmondspca.org.
General job duties of intern:
Create visual and audio slide shows/movies for use online.
Take photographs of events and services for web and other uses (camera not provided).
Conduct and record audio interviews of events and services for web and other uses (equipment provided).
Assist with social media (help post to Facebook, Twitter, YouTube).
Assist with promoting special events and programs.
Provide general office, event and project support.
Desired skills for this internship:
Experience with video, audio and general media editing and production.
Strong writing skills.
Social media experience/savvy.
Some graphic design experience (PhotoShop, Quark, etc.).
Photography experience.
Flexibility.
Basic HTML and web editing skills.
Compensation:
The position is unpaid. However, it is eligible for class credit if approved by VCU. Hours are flexible but a minimum of 5 hours per week is required.
Submit resume and cover letter to:
Maya Erhardt
Manager of Community Development
2519 Hermitage Road
Richmond, VA 23220
merhardt@richmondspca.org
Fax: 804-521-0540
Phone: 804-521-1318
NightlifeVirginia.com is the most comprehensive, one-stop, online nightlife resource guide for Virginia. Throughout the state, tens of thousands of consumers utilize NightlifeVirginia.com to find out which bars, clubs, concert venues, and restaurants are most popular from night to night. In addition, NightlifeVirginia.com provides useful information including hours of operation, directions, food/drink specials and on-location photo albums.
Intern Responsibilities:
Interns are expected to assist in a wide range of duties from planning and consulting for advertising accounts, researching the effectiveness of marketing and advertising strategies, designing and planning marketing and advertising strategies, increasing brand awareness for both the website and individual accounts, to standard office duties such as answering phones, data entry, billing, and maintaining project files.
Intern Qualifications:
Intern applicants must be 21 years old, be very familiar with the use of computers, have excellent people skills, be highly motivated, and want to have fun while learning, & most of all enjoy Richmond Nightlife
Other:
These internships are available year round and while the internship is not paid, Get A Nightlife LLC will pay all expenses incurred by interns as a result of internship duties. The Get A Nightlife LLC office is located approximately 7 miles from the VCU campus.
Who to Contact:
All applicants should familiarize themselves with NightlifeVirginia.com and please email a resume and a brief description of you to:
Chris Malo
Executive Director
Chris@nightlifevirginia.com
How to Contact:
Please email a cover letter, resume, two written references and writing samples to Chris Malo, Chris@nightlifevirginia.com. Please specify " Marketing Intern" in the subject.
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