Mass Comm Internships

Troutman Sanders LLP
Marketing Internship

About the Firm
Troutman Sanders LLP is an international law firm with more than 650 attorneys and 15 offices in North America, Europe and Asia. Founded in 1897, the firm's heritage of extensive experience, exceptional responsiveness and an unwavering commitment to service has garnered strong, long-standing relationships with clients across the globe. These clients range from Fortune 500 companies to small businesses; non-profit
organizations to individual entrepreneurs; multinational corporations to federal and state agencies; sports and entertainment organizations to foreign governments.

About Marketing & Client Services
The Marketing & Client Services Department is responsible for supporting all of the marketing and business development initiatives of the firm. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Assisting with business development efforts: strategic recommendations, client
presentations, pitchesand proposals, research, etc.
• Managing the Alumni Program
• Maintaining the client relationship management ("CRM") database
• Designing and distributing marketing communications: newsletters, announcements,
invitations, etc.
• Maintaining the firm's "representative experience" list
• Planning internal and external client events: dinners, seminars, receptions, retreats,
etc.

The Marketing & Client Services Department is divided into four teams:
• Client Relationship Development--responsible for supporting the attorneys in
maintaining and enriching existing client relationships as well as developing new
business
• Events--responsible for all client events, both internal and external, as well as large
firm retreats
• Office Liaisons--responsible for supporting the attorneys in their respective offices in
their day to day business development activities (creating presentations, assisting with
pitches, etc.)

About the Internship
The Marketing Intern will assist with various team projects such as entering client data, preparing mailings, conducting market research and editing documents. Through these experiences, the intern will gain valuable knowledge of marketing and business development practices and project management which can be applied across isciplines.
The internship we are offering will provide an educational opportunity through exposure to the firm's marketing and client services department. The internship program will be unpaid, up to 16 weeks in length with a work schedule of 15-20 hours per week.

Skills Required
A Marketing Intern should have a strong customer focus and attention to detail. The Marketing Intern needs to possess a general understanding of typical Windows desktop applications (mainly Excel). Since most work will be completed using the InterAction Windows Client, the Marketing Intern must be comfortable and confident
working in this environment and will be trained.

Other specific skills include:
• InterAction User Skills
A Marketing Intern will work almost exclusively in the InterAction Windows Client
software. The Marketing Intern will need to understand basic InterAction concepts such
as company association, address sharing, folder linking, global and folder-specific
additional fields, and public and private contacts.
• Data Manipulation Skills
As data is added to the system, it may be necessary to manipulate the data using tools
like Excel in addition to using the internal tools built into InterAction to edit and clean
the data. Once the data is in a standardized format, it can be imported into InterAction.
• Detail Orientation
The Marketing Intern needs to pay close attention to details. Many times when
duplicate contacts are merged, there may be some cleanup tasks to
eliminate "duplicate" addresses or phone numbers on the remaining contact.
Sometimes phone or address "types" need to be changed to ensure a clean duplicate
merge.
• Research Skills
The Marketing Intern will need to know how to perform research, both internally and
using external resources, such as the Internet.
• Communication Skills
The Marketing Intern needs good communication skills, as data is often verified by
calling contacts and internal personnel. This person should be able to speak well when
representing the firm and be able to clearly communicate why they are calling and
what information they need.
• Confidentiality
Due to the nature of the tasks the Marketing Intern performs, they may have access to
private data that most users would not have. The Marketing Intern must understand
the importance of keeping all information seen while performing data conversion and
cleanup duties, as well as other duties associated with the internship, confidential.

Responsibilities
The Marketing Intern has the responsibility of monitoring the quality of contacts within InterAction.
• Cleaning Up Data
This is the initial and ongoing data management that is key to a successful InterAction implementation. Data cleanup tasks include monitoring the system for duplicate contacts, merging duplicate contacts, and ensuring that people are associated to companies. This also includes other miscellaneous tasks, such as standardizing company names, standardizing address data, and ensuring that necessary data fields are populated.
• Handling Data Change Management Tickets
InterAction generates tickets as users change data about firm contacts. The Marketing Intern is responsible for researching and processing these changes and following up with the user as necessary.

To apply for an internship you must meet all of the requirements of our Intern Program.
• You must be enrolled in a bona fide and approved college or other educational
program requiring an internship for credit or completion of coursework.
• The program must be specific to marketing or a closely related field.
• A "Statement of Purpose" or outline of requirements for credit must be provided by the
educational institution or instructor.
• Applicants will be interviewed and evaluated based on the ability to handle the
responsibilities of the internship and to meet the criteria established by the marketing
department. References may be required and background checks will be conducted
for all applicants.
• The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will evaluate all applicants in
accordance with the firm's policy. (A copy of the policy can be requested from the
Human Resources department.)
• The intern will not be considered an employee of Troutman Sanders and will receive
no compensation or benefits during the internship.
• The intern will be expected to follow all procedures and guidelines of the firm to
include the following policies: Equal Employment Opportunity and Harassment,

Confidentiality & Insider Trading Policy and Electronic Media Policy.
• The intern will be responsible for all associated costs to include transportation to and
from work, materials required for the educational program coursework, meals and
other expenses not required as part of the internship.
• During the internship all duties must be handled satisfactorily or the internship can be
terminated with or without notice.

For more information about Troutman Sanders, please visit our Web site: www.troutmansanders.com

Please direct all inquiries and resumes to:Ali Bayler
Marketing & Client Services
1001 Haxall Point
Richmond, VA 23219
ali.bayler@troutmansanders.com
804-697-1879

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Sales & Marketing Internship Opportunity

Helping students set a course for a rewarding career.
The Greater Richmond Convention Center offers internship placements for students interested in careers related to advertising, public relations, sales, and facility marketing. An internship at the GRCC is intended to provide a true learning experience for students as they observe a variety of positions. The off-campus program enables students to develop marketable skills in a real life environment, again insight into their chosen career and get a head start on their career path.

The internship is a non-paid position and is typically limited to one semester per student, or a summer program. Scheduling is flexible in order to accommodate the student's school calendar, or summer vacation schedule. Students are required to receive credit hours for this opportunity and submit the appropriate paperwork to their supervisor, prior to their first day. The sheer size and central location of the Greater Richmond Convention Center make it one of the most desirable meeting destinations in the Mid-Atlantic region. Situated in the heart of Virginia's capital city, the enormous 700,000 square-foot facility sits on 5 and ½ city blocks. Interior accommodations include 178,159 square feet of exhibit space, 32 meeting rooms and the 30,550 square-foot Grand Ballroom.

The Greater Richmond Convention Center was built as a result of regional cooperation between the City of Richmond, and the surrounding counties of Henrico, Chesterfield, and Hanover. The Greater Richmond Convention Center is owned by the Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority, which is comprised of these governmental entities and the Retail Merchants Association of Greater Richmond.

The Greater Richmond Convention Center is managed by Global Spectrum, which is the fastest growing firm in the public assembly facility management field with more than 55 facilities in the United States, Canada, and Asia. Examples of venues managed by Global Spectrum are arenas, football/baseball stadiums, convention centers, amphitheaters, expo centers, and performing arts theaters.

Sales & Marketing Internships:

Sales/Marketing: Assist the Sales and Marketing Department in areas such as selling space, advertising, marketing, promotions and client relations. Participate in ongoing learning to include selling to prospective clients, proposals and contracts, tradeshow participation, marketing/advertising campaigns, drafting press releases and assisting with promotional opportunities. A fair amount of computer work / paperwork is required in the sales process, including Internet research, entry of accounts into the sales data base, blocking space for client events in the sales data base, preparation of Microsoft Word & Excel reports and proposal documents, preparation of sales kits and mailings. There is also some filing and phone work involved. The student's ability, grasp of the scope of work, and accuracy on projects will determine the level of involvement in actual direct sales efforts and assignment to marketing
projects.

Hours required: Approximately 20-40 hours/week, depending upon department schedule and the school's requirement for hours. May be required to work evenings and weekends. A schedule will be determined in advance for all parties to agree to.

Wages: Non-paid

Attire: Business casual / possibly business dress for certain events.

Qualifications: College juniors, seniors, or graduate students working for earned credit. Applicant must have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Applicant must be well-organized with ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments and be willing to get involved in projects with varying degrees of difficulty. Applicant should be a self directed and self motivated candidate who takes initiative on own, as supervisor is not constantly in the immediate office environment. Applicant must possess the ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

To apply: send resume and cover letter stating your interests to:
Lori Coyne, Director of Sales & Marketing
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Global Spectrum Internship Program
403 N. 3rd Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Or via E-mail: LCoyne@greaterrichmondcc.com
For more information on the Greater Richmond Convention Center, please visit www.richmondcenter.com.

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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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Name of Business: Henrico Citizen/T3 Media, LLC

Type of Internship: Advertising Sales

Description of Organization: The Henrico Citizen is Henrico County's award-winning, hometown newspaper, published twice monthly with a circulation of 35,000 per month. The newspaper also has an online home, HenricoCitizen.com.

Intern Responsibilities: An advertising sales intern will have the opportunity to put his or her sales and advertising training to work in the real world, developing leads, meeting with potential clients and working with customers to design advertising campaigns that will appear in the Henrico Citizen and on HenricoCitizen.com.

Intern Qualifications: Candidates should have some training in sales and/or advertising and some familiarity with print publications, as well as an outgoing personality, motivated attitude and strong writing and oral communication skills. A familiarity with design programs such as Photoshop and Quark XPress is helpful but not required.

Other: This internship is available year-round. It does not include any base pay, but does pay a commission on all advertising sold and may lead to future full-time employment. The Henrico Citizen is located just north of downtown Richmond in Lakeside.

Who to Contact: Tom Lappas, publisher, tlappas@henricocitizen.com, (804) 262-1700 or 4807 Hermitage Road, Suite 204, Richmond VA 23227.

How to Contact Us: Interested applicants should e-mail Publisher Tom Lappas at tlappas@henricocitizen.com with a copy of a resume. A recommendation letter is preferred but not required.

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Job Title: Design Intern

Industry : Marketing / Advertising / Communications

Job Location: New York, NY USA

Company : BrightLine iTV

BrightLine plays a unique role in the television advertising industry, helping companies build a seamless dialogue with those emerging consumers who are rapidly integrating the use of digital devices into their lifestyle. BrightLine is at the forefront of creating and implementing personalized, two-way TV connections between brand and consumers.

BrightLine provides both strategic and tactical know-how to companies of all types on how to integrate interactive and on-demand television experiences into their marketing efforts. The main focus of our work is positioning and equipping clients to implement custom-designed digital TV ad solutions - to heighten visibility, consumer reach, marketing effectiveness, and competitive advantage.

BrightLine was named “Admaker to Watch” by the Wall Street Journal and just recently received an Emmy for their work with Unilever. This is an exciting time for the company and we’re looking for individuals who are driven, dedicated and eager to grow with us.

Job Requirements:

We are hiring for a talented graphic designer. BrightLine offers an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial-minded individual with strong creative and analytical skills. Individuals will work with both the creative and client management staff to create effective and design-savvy digital advertising campaigns. Original out-of-the-box thinking is key to formulating concepts for new campaigns and for integrating oneself into the BrightLine culture.

Applicants with strong portfolios and experience in the digital space (online, iTV, and mobile) will be considered strong candidates.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates ambition, persistence, creativity, and a desire to win and transform the traditional advertising model

• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain positive relationships

• Able to multi-task and meet concurrent, rigorous deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Has analytical approach when researching market/clients

• Is self-driven, detail-oriented, and efficient

• Appreciates and desires an entrepreneurial setting and close teamwork

• Willing to step-up and ask for more responsibility when the time is right

• Possesses writing and organizational skills

• Has acquired a familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Art direction and design skills including Photoshop and Illustrator experience is a must

Contact:

Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to Cori Schattner at cschattner@brightlineitv.com.

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Join the next generation of brand builders through a comprehensive, educational, paid internship at OLSON, one of the fastest growing independent advertising agencies in the country. Become part of something innovative, enriching, and collaborative - an effort that goes beyond creating ads and selling products. You will spend the best summer of your life working in a creative, passion-driven agency working with brands such as Nike Bauer Hockey, General Mills and Fifth Third Bank. Together, with smart professionals in the discipline of our agency, you will experience the next generation of advertising--something we like to call building brand communities.

Internship opportunities are available in creative (writer/art director), interactive (creative, techinical creative and account service), design, media public relations, account services and brand strategy.

We're looking for smart, energetic, curious people who are recent college or portfolio school graduates. Graduates need to be passionate about getting real experience in the advertising business and going far. If you are someone who is ready to work hard to get what you want, here's what you need to do to be considered:

*Include a cover letter and resume

*Creative/Design candidates must submit 6 samples of your work that demonstrate creative ability, conceptual thinking, design sense and dedication to your craft

*Answer this question: Why are you interested in pursuing a career in advertising? Make it unique, original and smart. Express your curiosity and unique perspective. Make it striking and stand out from the rest of the pack.

*Submit materials by March 14, 2008 to jobs@oco.om

We'll contact you if you're one of the fortunate. Stay tuned.

For more information, visit www.oco.com

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