Mass Comm Internships

Description: The student will be in charge of writing 5-15 stories a month, varying in length, on nonprofit and community issues facing the Greater Richmond Area and, from time to time, state/national news.

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.

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Virginia Association of Broadcasters -- multiple mass comm internships
600 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911-2439
Phone: (434) 977-3716 Fax: (434) 979-2439
Email: easter@easterassociates.com
Website: www.vabonline.com

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

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The Progress-Index, Petersburg, Va.
Type of internship Sports Reporter

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

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The Progress-Index, Petersburg, Va.
Multimedia Journalism Internship

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

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Internships in:
multimedia
news
sports copy editing
business reporting

Deadline for 2010 Internship Applications is Nov. 2

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

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The Student Press Law Center in Washington, D.C., the leading defender of student press rights, is now accepting applications for its spring 2010 internships. Positions are open to undergraduate and graduate students as well as recent college graduates with experience in news writing and an interest in media law. To apply, send a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for working with SPLC along with a resume, samples of your news writing and the names and telephone numbers of two professional or academic references. Application materials are due by October 16, 2009. Learn more at:

https://www.splc.org/journalism.asp

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Sports Journalism Internship (Unpaid)-Soccer Correspondent
The intern will be assigned to cover the Richmond Kickers, a USL-2 club.

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

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Journalism, English, events writing internship

Description of Business:
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 will be responsible to writing a bi weekly piece about Richmond nightlife. Students will be required to find their own story leads, research, & write a 250 - 450 word article bi weekly to be posted on site. Students will be allowed creative freedom to pick their own topics as long as it fits in with the site purpose.

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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D.C. can be a tough place to intern, but with free housing and a stipend, how can you say no? The 2010 Scripps Howard Foundation Semester in Washington Program is accepting applications for spring and summer. Interns report for 10 or 14 weeks on a variety of D.C. news and politics. To apply, you must be an undergraduate - junior or senior - in the semester you would intern (some exceptions apply, see Web site). Students with superior multimedia skills will be given preference over those without such skills. The deadline to apply is Nov. 2. To learn more information and to apply, visit http://www.shfwire.com. Contact Jody Beck at 202-408-2748 or beckj@shns.com with questions.

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Teacher's Discovery Writing Internship

Journalism Intern

This internship is for class credit, and is open to any student with good writing and research abilities.

Teacher's Discovery is developing an electronic U.S. History textbook that presents important events in journalistic style.

Interns will be writing news stories based upon historical events for the textbook. Article topics will sometimes be assigned, but interns are expected to follow subjects they find interesting.

This internship can be conducted online, or in person. Interns will write three article-length pieces per week.

Distance interns will be expected to check-in with progress once a day, Monday-Friday, via email.

Prospective interns should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to jkahler@teachersdiscovery.com .

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Description of the Organization:

Hanover Habitat for Humanity is an ecumenical nonprofit Christian Organization committed to eliminating substandard housing through the rehabilitation and building of simple, decent homes for those in need in Hanover County. Hanover Habitat works in partnership with qualified families and community volunteers, including businesses and organizations, to build and sell houses with non-profit, interest free mortgages.
The ReStore is the ongoing and active fundraising effort of Hanover Habitat for Humanity. The ReStore sells new and used building materials, appliances and furniture. Everything from the back door to the front door and everything in between. All of our proceeds go to our support of mission of building homes. The ReStore is open on Monday thru Saturday from 9AM until 5 PM. We also accept donations of quality furniture, building materials and appliances

General Job duties of Public Relations intern:
• Set up and establish both twitter and face book page for Hanover Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
• Researching and targeting the correct audience that we are looking to reach with this social network
• Maintain and update these tools 2 to 3 times a week
• Train staff on how to continue use of Twitter and Face book
• Work with staff on collecting data from our current customers so that they maybe add to this media
• Assist in creating news releases for major events

Qualifications applicants should possess:
• Candidate should have strong writing skills.
• Should have strong skills in the use of Twitter and Face book
• Should be prepared to work a business casual environment
• Ability to work in a team and alone with minimal guidance
• Ability to research and target audience that will help maximize the exposure of the Restore.
• Junior or Senior that has an interest in advertising or media.
• Must be a quick learner when it comes to all things computers.
• Must have a strong work ethic and be able to work independently

Submit resumes online to:
Heather Antill, Director of Retail at Heather.antill@hanoverhfh.org

The position is unpaid. However, this is eligible for class credit if approved by VCU. Hours are flexible but a minimum of 10 hours per week is required.

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Internship Position: Editorial Assistant & Calendar Editor

Internship description:
The reporter/contributor intern will become an integral part of the RVANews staff, working with our team a minimum of 10 hours per week to brainstorm and develop content for our website. He/she is expected to submit 1-2 feature stories (600 to 800 words) per week, 2 major investigative pieces (including research, interviews, quotes, photographs, etc.) per semester, in addition to assisting with the daily and weekly development and implementation of our regular content.

This internship will also involve assisting with the maintenance of the RVANews event calendar. This aspect of the job requires data entry, but also presents the opportunity to add an editorial spin as the intern will help with the selection of the RVANews's weekly top picks of Richmond happenings.

The intern will be held to the standards of style, accuracy, fairness, and deadlines maintained by RVANews. He/she will be responsible for completing necessary research, making contacts, and establishing sources during the internship period, and will be expected to develop stories that are of interest to the community.

As this position includes regular updates to the RVANews Web site, an understanding of Wordpress is preferred.

This position will be based out of our office located on the 1200 block of W. Main Street. Some local travel may be required for the completion of research and interviews. The intern must be able to provide his/her own transportation.

The position is unpaid. However, it is eligible for class credit if approved by VCU. Hours are flexible but a minimum of 10 hours per week is required.

About RVANews:
RVANews is a Richmond-based online magazine quickly becoming the city's source for lifestyle, sports, entertainment, and community news. We provide a one-stop online resource where Richmonders can stay up-to-date on what's going on in their hometown. The format of our site also encourages comments, establishing a strong user voice and a greater sense of community for our visitors.

To apply:
Please e-mail a cover letter, two writing samples, and a list of 3 potential stories pertaining to the Richmond-area that you'd be interested in covering to val@rvanews.com with "editorial assistant" in the subject line.

Valerie Catrow
Editor, RVANews
val@rvanews.com

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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
You can join a global communications team and grow your portfolio while making a difference in the lives of children around the world!

ChildFund International exists to help deprived, excluded and vulnerable children have the capacity to become young adults, parents and leaders who bring lasting and positive change in their communities. CCF works in 31 countries, assisting approximately 15.2 million children and family members regardless of race, creed or gender.

We currently have several opportunities for communications students to build a portfolio and develop valuable communications skills.

We are looking for students with an interest in Web and/or videos. We also are building our library of stories and stepping up visibility efforts so we have a need for someone to write articles that will be published or distributed as news releases to local, national and international media.

The positions are unpaid. However, they are eligible for class credit if approved by VCU. Hours are flexible but a minimum of 10 hours per week is required. Depending on skill set, interns could work across platforms. Positions for the fall and spring semesters are now available.

Web intern
 Good understanding of HTML
 Strong familiarity with PC and Microsoft Office
 PhotoShop experience desired
 Flash skills a plus
 Interest/experience in social media
 How to apply -
o Submit link to pages edited/produced

Video producer
 Familiarity with iMovie. Also available - Sound Track Pro or Final Cut
 Creativity - turn out clips into a strong message
 Ability to edit a long tape into short clips
 How to apply -
o Submit sample of video produced

Communications assistant
 Strong writing and reporting skills, including knowledge of AP style
 Some editing experience desired
 Strong familiarity with PC and Microsoft Office
 How to apply -
o Submit 2-3 writing samples

Submit resumes online to Cynthia Price, director of communications at cprice@childfund.org.

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RichmondBizSense.com is looking for a Fall Reporting Intern.

Richmond BizSense is an independent media company serving daily business news on the Web.

We are looking for a fall reporting intern who will produce 3-5 business news stories each week. Interns should have an interest in business news, publishing on the web, as well as a desire to gain experience as a working reporter.

Interns will be expected to work at least the minimum number of hours required for course credit. Exact work times to be arranged around student schedule. Interns will be expected to attend a set minimum of editorial meetings at our office located downtown.

Please send a resume and three clips to al@richmondbizsense.com

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Public Relations Internship at the Science Museum of Virginia

Description of Organization:
The Science Museum of Virginia is a state institution. We are a hands-on science center with hundreds of interactive exhibit experiences and an IMAX®DOME theater. The Virginia Aviation Museum and Danville Science Center are divisions of the Science Museum.

Intern Responsibilities:
Researching and writing basic news releases for statewide distribution. Work with PR Manager to help meet needs of broadcast, print and web-based reporters and photographers. Assist in creating press kit material for major events. Find news coverage and maintain electronic news clipping files. Scan hard copy coverage. Maintain monthly events calendars. Work with marketing and other museum departments in developing and executing PR events to generate news coverage of the Science Museum, its programs and projects.

Intern Qualifications:
Candidate should have strong writing skills. Knowledge of journalism and PR are helpful. Knowledge of Word, EXCEL and ability to scan is a plus. Interns should be prepared to work in a business environment. They must have the ability to work on deadline. They also must be able to work alone as well as part of a team.

Other:
This internship is offered year round. Hours are flexible. This is an unpaid internship. The Science Museum is located at 2500 West Broad Street, about a mile from the VCU Monroe Park Campus.

Contact:
Nancy Tait, Public Relations Manager, Science Museum of Virginia, E-mail: ntait@smv.org, Phone 804-864-1407

How to Apply:
Applicants should e-mail a resume, two written references and writing samples along with cover letter to Nancy Tait, ntait@smv.org.

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Americas Journalism Training, Inc. is as Study Abroad/Internship program in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

The AJT program was founded in close partnership with the world-renown Missouri School of Journalism in 2005. AJT was designed with input from journalism professors, journalists in U.S. Hispanic cities and foreign correspondents throughout Latin America.

AJT hosts small groups of students, focusing on individual attention and journalism internships that meet students' specific career interests with Argentina's top media outlets. AJT courses can help students earn college credit in Spanish, Journalism and with their internships.

The AJT program offers the following components:

• Interactive city tour/ Spanish refresher
• Fully furnished home-stay apartment with phone, high-speed Internet and cable
• Internship (News Editorial, Public Relations, Magazine, Advertising, Photojournalism, Online/ Convergence & Broadcast)
• Intensive Spanish immersion
• Weekly Spanish courses
• International Journalism Seminars with a professional journalist
• Airport pick-up/ drop-off
• Argentine travel packages to take full advantage of your stay

A complete description of the Americas Journalism Training program and internships can be found at:

AJT Regular Programs in the Spring, Summer and Fall begin the third Monday of January and August (16 weeks), and the third Monday of May (12-weeks).

AJT also offers Spanish Intensive programs for those with little or no Spanish experience, and Self-Design programs where a student can pick his/her start and end date and program options.
Please see our website; e-mail info@ajtexperience.com; or call us at: 305-831-4897 for more information.

AJT. Just Go. Come Back Inspired!

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NetSearch Direct - Web 2.0 Internship

Description of Organization:
Located in Richmond, Virginia, NetSearch Direct has been propelling Fortune 500 companies and local businesses in every market to the top of their game. We have a team with over a decade of experience - they've seen search engine marketing (SEM) in its beginnings, they've seen changes, and they're shaping the future. Our department works with every budget, every size business, and every advertising vertical - we're not intimidated by any advertising challenge. We live to help small businesses reach their wildest Internet marketing dreams. NetSearch Direct works with over 100 businesses regionally and nationally.

Job Duties:

--Work directly with marketing team to create and write marketing strategies for small businesses.
--Work with marketing team in executing those strategies.
--Researching and writing blog entries for a variety of clients, including our own company.
--General project support for Web 2.0 team.

Academic Requirements:

--Minimum 2.5 GPA
--Majoring in Business or Mass Communications
--Rising Junior or Senior
--Must earn academic credit

Job Requirements:

--Strong writing skills
--Knowledge of web programming languages (HTML, CSS, PHP, etc.)
--Microsoft Office, Adobe CS3
--Ability to create a blog and write in that blog
--Experience with social media (MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
--Prepared to work in a casual business environment
--Team player

Hours:
This internship is offered in the summer of 2009. Hours are flexible, but must be performed between 8:30AM and 5:30PM during an 8-12 week period. This is a paid internship that may lead to a permanent position within the company.

How to Apply:
Email Matt Oliver (matto@netsearchdirect.com) the latest copy of your resume and an unofficial copy of your academic transcript from eServices. Writing samples are not required but will be reviewed if sent. If all requirements are met, be prepared for an in-person interview.

Contact Information:
Matt Oliver, Internet Marketing Manager
6421 Rigsby Rd., Suite #100
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 228-4444
matto@netsearchdirect.com




Dayne Kaufman
Search Engine Marketing Specialist
804-228-4403 (o)
804-228-4479 (f)

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Each year, the Society of Professional Journalists sponsors internships for 12 bright, motivated and hard working SPJ student journalists to staff The Working Press, a daily tabloid newspaper that covers the SPJ National Convention. Student writers, photographers and designers are invited to apply for these select positions.

This year's convention is set for August 27-29 in Indianapolis. Interns will need to arrive in Indianapolis by noon Wednesday, August 26 and the internship ends Sunday, August 30.

To apply, send 2 sets of the following (submissions will not be returned)

-- Cover letter
-- Résumé (include summer contact information)
-- Three clips, layouts or published photos (relevant to your area of expertise). Please send copies of clips on letter or legal-size paper.

Postmark deadline: April 17, 2009

You provide:

-- Energy, talent, great ideas and a good attitude
-- Your transportation to and from Indianapolis
-- Photographers: bring your own gear (digital)

The Society provides:

-- Complimentary convention registration
-- Complimentary accommodations at convention hotel
-- Mentoring by professional journalists
-- Networking venues
-- A place to showcase your talents in front of many professionals

Mail applications to:
Society of Professional Journalists
Attn: The Working Press
3909 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46208

Or e-mail your application to Heather Porter .

Questions about The Working Press?
Contact Heather Porter, Professional Development Coordinator, @ 317/927-8000 ext. 204 or via e-mail.

Note: As a Working Press intern, the Society retains all rights to the work you produce during the convention as part of your internship.

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USA TODAY LIVE is now accepting applications from students interested in interning during the Spring 2009 semester. Positions are available at the McLean, VA headquarters as well as our New York City bureau. Interested candidates should send their resume, cover letter and demo reel (if available) to Jamie Romaezi.

Further detail can be found on our Career Builder Job Posting.
Thank you,
Jamie M. Romaezi
Video Coordinator
USA TODAY LIVE
7950 Jones Branch Drive
McLean, VA 22108
Phone: 703-854-7611
Fax: 703-854-2131

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Americans for Prosperity is currently seeking a communications intern. The intern will gain valuable experience and have the opportunity to make important contacts. It will provide the opportunity to engage in the communications efforts, as well as support the overall mission of the organization.

The intern will assist with a wide-variety of responsibilities including:

Monitoring state-wide media coverage
Maintaining media contact database
Drafting press releases
Event planning and execution
Recruiting and mobilizing individuals for events
Attending local and state political functions
Developing issue campaign strategies
Researching state spending
General office duties

Qualifications: College junior/senior, graduate student or recent graduate
Hard-working and self-motivated, interested in politics
Experience with all Microsoft Office programs

Schedule: Hours are flexible. Typically 15-20 hours per week

Compensation: This is an unpaid internship, but it can be completed for course credit. The position is available immediately.

If interested, please send your resume to:

Ben Marchi, Virginia State Director of Americans for Prosperity
1108 East Main Street, Suite 1003
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 380-9240 phone or BMarchi@afphq.org e-mail
www.americansforprosperity.org

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USA TODAY LIVE
Internship Description

Contact Information:
Andrea Mandell
535 Madison Avenue
29th Floor
New York, NY 10022
agmandell@usatoday.com

Description of intern assignments:
Intern tasks vary from day to day. Opportunities include marketing, writing for TV, research, setting up interviews, logging, archiving and requesting video, making phone calls, copies and sending packages.

The intern will gain a basic understanding of all roles required to produce and deliver television shows based on the newspaper content. Our staff will assign tasks and projects on a daily or weekly basis.

Qualifications:

· Strong writing and research skills
· Effective written and verbal communication
· Good attitude with the desire and ability to learn quickly.

Internship objectives:

· To learn the different elements involved in producing national broadcast products for air.
· To learn and contribute to the ways multi-media convergence can evolve and grow at the Nation’s newspaper.

The trainee will gain a solid understanding of how television is produced and delivered and how different platforms add dimension to the stories being told. The trainee will learn about writing for television and how to visualize and produce a complete broadcast quality product.

Hands-on training with regular feedback helps one to understand the demands of the job within the actual fast-paced, deadline oriented work environment. It will hone decision-making skills and news judgment.

This is an unpaid internship for school credit. You will be asked to provide documentation from your school showing that you will receive school credit for successful completion of this internship. The work schedule is flexible.

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Job Description - Intern Position

Name of Business: American Council of Engineering Companies of Virginia (ACEC/VA)

Description of Organization: ACEC/VA is a trade association for consulting engineering firms in private practice. We address the business interests of our members through networking opportunities and various educational programs for our members. We also partner with other organizations to promote engineering as career to students (middle-college level).

Type of Internship: Public Relations, Print Media

Intern Duties may include the following:
* Blog
* Website maintenance
* Online marketing
* Search engine optimization
* Newsletter/Promotional Flyers
* Meeting/Event Support
* Committee Support – Speaker’s Bureau, Essay Competition, Engineering Excellence Awards, Membership Recruitment

Intern Qualifications:
* Proficient in HTML
* Familiar with Web 2.0 & Web Copywriting
* Good written and oral skills
* Good Organizational Skills
* Must be able to work independently
* Familiar with WordPress a plus

Other: Hours (flexible) will be determined within normal business hours of 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Compensation is $10/hr.

Who to Contact/Where to send it: Send resume, up to 3 examples of work (writing, websites or blogs) and contact information to Nancy L. Israel, Executive Director, 804.673.0868 or info@acecva.org. Website: www.acecva.org. Office is located at 5206 Markel Road, Suite 300, Richmond, VA 23230.

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Are you looking for a fun way to get out of the classroom and get valuable writing experience (and samples) all for course credit?

Then spend a semester writing for Richmond.com as an editorial intern.

Richmond.com is currently looking for interns to assist in the editorial department during the fall semester. Interns are expected to work at least 8 hours a week (10 preferred for 150 hours or 3 course credits), during which they will have the opportunity to contribute stories to the website, as well as assist in administrative duties.

Richmond.com offers a fun, laidback work environment, making it the perfect way to dip your toe into the regimented world of 9 to 5 office culture without the emotional trauma of corporate America.

Interested students should send a resume and up to three writing samples to karri.peifer@corp.richmond.com.

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FrontLine Displays is looking for an intern with these basic requirements:

-Own Transportation
-Computer Proficiency
-Excellent People skills
-Highly Organized
-Fast and Flexible Learner
-Positive, upbeat attitude
-Customer Service Skills
-Understanding of QuickBooks Program

Job Description

-Telephoning and emailing clients and suppliers
-Communicating graphic needs to designer
-Creating Estimates, Purchase Orders and Invoices
-Database Management
-Keeping the office organized and clients satisfied
-Face to face contact with clients
-Updating Website and generating monthly newsletter
-Inside Sales

About Us : FrontLine Displays is a small, privately owned business that sells Trade Show exhibits to Major Virginia companies, concentrated in the Richmond area. We sell to Manufacturers who exhibit all over the country and we also participate in Corporate Trade Shows exhibiting the latest in Display designs. We are located near Broad Street about 10 minute drive from campus. We have our own show room in the office where clients can come and view our products.

Pay: $12-14/ hour

Public Relations: Candidate should be able to generate awareness for FrontLine Displays during the summer time as business slows down. Articles in the Richmond Times Dispatch Business Section and other publications, Email Newsletters, Direct Mail, and Website improvement are all options- but employer is also open to candidates ideas.

Contact Information
Noreen Louthan
President FrontLine Displays
804-359-2422
noreenlouthan@aol.com
www.frontlinedisplays.com

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Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants – Public Relations Intern

The Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (VSCPA) is seeking a public relations intern for the summer (June 2 to August 29, 2008) to assist with VSCPA’s communications and public relations goals/plans. Selected interns will learn interviewing skills, public relations tactics, and will gain valuable writing/editing experience while working for a leading nonprofit, professional association.

Internship Responsibilities
• Create articles to be published in online and print publications
• Conduct research and proofread online and print publications as well as general correspondence
• Make Web site updates
• Assist with public relations, media relations, community relations and special events
• Work on press releases and help maintain press clippings
• Perform additional administrative and other duties as needed

Requirements
• Ability to work 10-20 hours per week (Monday to Friday) between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Available for entire summer (June 2 to August 29, 2008)
• Full-time enrollment in undergraduate or graduate program in communications, public relations, journalism
• GPA of 3.0 or better (in major)
• Initiative and ability to work independently

Skills/Knowledge
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail, and knowledge of Associated Press style
• Experience with Microsoft Windows, PC-based software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Internet Explorer)

Compensation
• This position is a paid internship. The hourly rate is dependent on academic excellence, qualifications and experience.
• VSCPA offers free parking at its Innsbrook office location
• College credit as appropriate

Application Process
To apply for the internship, please mail or fax the VSCPA the following information by April 11, 2008:
• VSCPA employment application (obtained by e-mailing hr@vscpa.com)
• Cover letter, resume and writing/portfolio samples
• Official academic record/transcript

Virginia Society of CPAs
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 4620
Glen Allen, VA 23058
Fax: (804) 273-1741

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The Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (VSCPA) is the leading professional association dedicated to enhancing the success of CPAs. Founded in 1909, the VSCPA has approximately 8,300 CPA members who work in public accounting, industry, government and education. For more information, please visit the VSCPA Web site at www.vscpa.com.

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Organization’s Name: Children’s PressLine
122 Amsterdam Avenue New York, NY 10023
P: 212-501-1118 F: 212-501-1117
www.cplmedia.org
Dates of Internship: mid-June –mid-Aug.
Stipend/School Credit: Available

Description of the Organization: Children’s PressLine is a non-profit media and youth leadership organization that works with kids, ages 8 to 18. We give kids the opportunity to represent themselves in the media. Our mission is to give kids a voice and the power to use it. Our work is read in the New York Daily News, the New York Amsterdam News and distributed to 400 newspapers nationwide through the Scripps Howard News Service.

NOTE: At the end of the summer CPL will be bringing 2-3 college interns with us to Denver and St. Paul as our youth cover the Democratic and Republican National Committee Conventions. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for dedicated interns excited about working the assignment desk for our youth news bureau. CPL will cover all costs and an additional stipend may be available. Convention dates Aug. 22-Sept 5.

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Editorial Coordinators. CPL will be hiring 5-6 college journalism interns to work as bureau chiefs and editorial assistants for our youth journalism partnership with The New York Daily News during the summer of 2008. Interns will be responsible for managing teams of youth journalists as they research, brief, interview and write news stories on youth issues for an adult audience. Interns are responsible for brainstorming borough-specific news ideas with teen editors and engaging them in the story coordinating process.

Specifically, each bureau chief will be responsible for producing one Daily News article a week for seven weeks for the Brooklyn, Bronx or Queens section of the paper. Articles will cover children and teens’ neighborhood issues. Interns will oversee each step of the news-writing process, from story development to copy-editing. Interns will be responsible for managing youth journalists and producing 7 news features articles that will be printed in The New York Daily News (2.5 million daily readers). Please email cpl@cplmedia.org for samples of the stories.

Interns will generate story ideas specific to their borough; coordinate peer-to-peer interviews between CPL youth journalists and New York City kids, activists and politicians; teach interview and research techniques; and manage the writing process. CPL will also be hiring editorial assistants who will support all editorial process in the organization.

Interns will need experience writing for a high school or college newspaper, to be able to work independently and with teams, to understand the value of deadlines, and to have excellent research and phone skills. They will gain editorial, reporting, and management skills, and the chance to work with Daily News editors. Editorial Coordinators must be able to work a minimum of 28 hours a week, Mon-Thur. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Editorial Assistants must be able to work at least 18 hours a week. Stipend/credit available, depending on position.

Writing Coach will work closely with Editorial Director to coordinate the writing aspects to our Daily News commitment. Interns will help develop writing workshops and content processes. Main responsibilities include working one-on-one with teen editors as they learn how to effectively communicate through “inverted pyramid” news reporting, personal commentary and feature writing. Some transcribing will be involved. Interns must have journalism writing experience (college newspapers or professional publications). Interns need to be able to work independently, and understand the value of deadlines. Editorial Coordinators must be able to work a minimum of 28 hours a week, Mon-Thur. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Stipend/credit available.

Photography Coordinators will be responsible for photographing assignments and traveling with teams of youth journalists as they report on youth issues for the Daily News’ borough sections. Must have a flexible schedule. Interns will receive published photo credits. Interns will also be responsible for uploading photos to the Daily News’ photo system and writing cut-lines. Strong candidates include Photo Directors at college newspapers. Stipend/credit available.

To Apply: CPL will be accepting applications Feb. 11-March 20. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to Amanda Thieroff at athieroff@gmail.com with “CPL summer internship” in the subject line. Please be specific which position you are applying for and whether your schedule would permit your participation in the Democratic and Republican National Conventions in Denver and St. Paul. Thanks!

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Faith Life Tabernacle International Ministries is a non-denominational church located in Henrico County, just 10 minutes from downtown Richmond. FLTIM has been servicing the Richmond community for over 25 years. It also provides outreach support to Guyana, India, Trinidad, and W. Africa. Its support and services include: Winner’s Way (rehabilitation program), Guyana/India Feeding Program, India orphanage and home for widows, and community outreaches.

We want to start a magazine that would expand and highlight our church’s mission. We need someone to work with our magazine staff that is knowledgeable in the areas of editing, layout and design, and public relations. Expertise is not a must, but enthusiasm is.

Contact Info:
Kendra Scott
Special Event Coordinator
kps3h@yahoo.com

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Looking for a flexible gig that allows you to earn credit and pump of your web writing skills? The VCU School of Mass Communications is seeking an intern to serve as a writer for its web site. This one-credit internship will begin in January 2008 and conclude in May 2008.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The web writer works with Mass Comm staff and faculty to plan and write content for the web site’s home page and News You Can Use blog, as well as deepening and developing content for the pages within the web site. This position reports to the School of Mass Communications’ web coordinator. Both the web coordinator and the intern work remotely, and on their own equipment and telephone.

QUALIFICATIONS

The web writer mostly works remotely, occasionally coming on-site to collaborate with Mass Comm faculty and staff. Qualifications include:

* Full-time or part-time Mass Comm student
* Demonstrated ability to write for the Web site—you’ll need to show samples of your work
* Strong interpersonal, communications and writing skills
* Faculty recommendation—only responsive and self-directed students will be successful in this role, so please be prepared to secure a faculty recommendation attesting to your work ethic
* Persistence in gathering content for the web
* Initiative and ability to work independently
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g., MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
* An e-mail address and telephone number where you can be reached easily (and sometimes frequently)
* Your own computer equipment and appropriate software
* Some experience with HTML, Adobe Dreamweaver, Flash or Photoshop is a plus, but it’s not required
* Photography experience is a plus, but it’s not required

HOW TO APPLY

We’ll accept resumes until we find the right candidate, so apply as soon as you can! Your fist step is to send your resume and writing samples to the contact listed below. We’ll let you know if you also need to provide a faculty recommendation.

Apply to:

Theresa House, Web Coordinator
theresa.house@comcast.net

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Job Description for Intern Position

Name of Business: American Council of Engineering Companies of Virginia

Description of Organization: American Council of Engineering Companies of Virginia (ACEC/VA) is a trade association for consulting engineers in private practice that addresses the business interests of our members. We provide networking opportunities and professional development programs for our members.

Type of Internship: Public Relations, Print Media

Possible Intern Duties:
* Blogging
* Website maintenance
* Online marketing
* Search engine optimization
* Newsletter/Promotional Flyers
* Meeting/Event Support
* Committee Support – Speaker’s Bureau, Essay Competition, Engineering Excellence Awards, Membership Recruitment

Intern Qualifications:
* Junior or Senior, overall B average
* Must be proficient in HTML
* Familiar with Web 2.0 & Web Copywriting
* Good written and oral skills
* Good Organizational Skills
* Must be able to work independently
* Prefer student with own laptop
* Familiar with WordPress a plus

Other: This position offered for spring, summer, and fall 2008. These duties may be completed by more than 1 intern. Hours (flexible) will be determined within normal business hours of 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Stipend may be available.

Who to Contact/Where to send it: Send resume, up to 3 examples of work (writing, websites or blogs) and contact information to Nancy L. Israel, Executive Director, 804.673.0868 or info@acecva.org. Website: www.acecva.org. Office is located at 5206 Markel Road, Suite 300, Richmond, VA 23230.

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