Internships/practicums

Competitive Internship Opportunities

Students in the School of Journalism and Electronic Media are required to gain practical professional experience relevant to their degree program. This often takes place in the form of practicums and internships. The School has a number of relationships with local media that provide these opportunities. We also encourage our students to pursue other internship opportunities.  For additional information and opportunities, please visit room 333 Communications Building.

Several foundations and firms offer competitive internship opportunities in specialized areas. These often offer students access to larger media and markets. Some offer scholarships or stipends, or the opportunity to also pick up additional course credits, in addition to professional experience.

Internship Announcements

Cityview Magazine

Cityview Magazine is looking for interns November through December, and also for the Spring semester. 

For more information, contact:

Colleen Oakley
Editor in Chief
Cityview Magazine
collen@cityviewmag.com

AAAS Minority Science Writers Internship

The 2010 AAAS Minority Science Writers Internship application is now available.
Please share this opportunity with your students.
Science is a global activity, but the demographics of the journalists who cover it don't reflect that diversity. The Minority Science Writers Internship is for undergraduate students who are interested in journalism as a career and who want to learn about science writing.

The Internship takes place each summer at the Washington, D.C. headquarters of AAAS's Science magazine, the largest interdisciplinary journal in the world. Interns spend ten weeks at Science under the guidance of award-winning reporters and editors, and have a chance to experience what science writers do for a living. Interns are expected to contribute to the weekly news section, including bylined articles in the print and electronic news service.

The paid internship includes travel costs to and from the internship site in Washington, D.C. Living accommodations and expenses are the responsibility of the Intern.  The Internship runs from June to mid-August.

The 2010 summer program application deadline is March 1, 2010. Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate academic program when they submit their application.

AAAS
Minority Science Writers Internship
1200 New York Ave., NW Room 608
Washington, D.C. 20005
202-326-6441
http://pull.xmr3.com/p/1636-59E0/15274361/http-www.aaas.org-mswi.html

Capital Semester in Washington, DC
Spring 2010: January 13 - May 1, 2010
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
www.DCinternships.org/CS    
 
SPECIAL EXTENDED DEADLINE OF NOVEMBER 18, 2009
****SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING STILL AVAILABLE****
 
Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies in partnership with Georgetown University, Capital Semester combines substantive internships, courses for academic credit, professional development activities, site briefings and lectures led by prominent policy experts. Students choose between two tracks - public policy and political journalism.
 
Applications will be accepted until the extended deadline of November 18, 2009 for Spring 2010. There is a substantial amount of scholarship funding available, and awards are made based on financial need and merit.
 
Capital Semester combines hands-on professional experience for 25 hours a week with a challenging academic experience. This fast-paced, residential program provides students from around the world with the opportunities to gain an edge in today's competitive job market and graduate school admissions, and experience the excitement of Washington first-hand.
 
·   Internships - Competitive placements with top sites in Washington, DC.
·   Classes - 12 transferable credits from Georgetown University
·   Housing - Roommate matching and furnished Capitol Hill apartments in the heart of D.C.
·   Guest Lectures - With Washington's top policy and industry experts
·   Site Briefings - At the World Bank, State Department, U.S. Capitol and Federal Reserve
·   Leadership & Professional Development - Leadership, mentoring and career building activities
·   Networking - Interaction with seasoned professionals and student leaders from around of the world
·   Scholarships - Generous scholarships are awarded based on merit and financial need
 
For more information and an online application, please visit our website www.DCinternships.org/CS. Should you have any questions, please email Mary Connell at mconnell@tfas.org or call 1-800-741-6964.

2010 SUMMER FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Date: June 6 - August 7, 2010

Where: New York, New York

The IRTS Summer Fellowship Program teaches up-and-coming communicators
the realities of the media industry and business world through a nine-week,
expense-paid fellowship , which includes practical experience and career-planning
advice. Fellows gain full-time, "real world" experience at New York-based media
companies. In addition, the Fellowship provides the opportunity to network with industry
professionals, take related field trips, and attend panels, lectures and group discussions.

ELIGIBILITY:
The Summer Fellowship Program is competitive. Students must be college juniors,
seniors or graduate students at the time of application. For detailed eligibility
information, log on to our website www.irts.org and follow the link to
"College Programs."

COST:
 Travel, housing and living allowance included.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 1, 2009, 11:59PM**

Information can also be found on the IRTS Broadcast Sales Associate Program, which
is held in tandem with the Summer Fellowship Program. This diversity initiative is
designed to give graduating seniors a jumpstart on the management track by providing
customized sales training, in addition to the regular features of the Fellowship Program.
The IRTS Foundation is a New York City-based 501(c)(3) charitable organization, which
brings together the wisdom and power of today's leaders to train and educate the next
generation of media and communication professionals. Our programs and diversity
initiatives help ensure that the business responsible for informing, entertaining, and
educating the public reaches its highest potential in this exciting digital age.
Privacy is important to IRTS Foundation. At any point, send an e-mail to mailto:submit@irts.org
with "Unsubscribe" (please use all caps) in the subject line if you would rather not
receive future email notices from IRTS.

 IRTS Foundation
420 Lexington Avenue
Suite #1601
New York, NY 10170

Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service
June and July 2010
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
www.DCinternships.org/IPVS      
 
*** EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE - December 4, 2009***
****SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING AVAILABLE****
 
Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies in partnership with Georgetown University, the Institute is a summer academic internship program held in Washington, D.C. for undergraduate students interested in volunteerism and careers in the nonprofit sector.

The Institute combines substantive professional experience for 30 hours a week with a challenging academic experience. This fast-paced, eight-week residential program provides students from around the world with the opportunities to gain an edge in today's competitive job market and graduate school admissions, and experience the excitement of Washington first-hand.

    * Internships - Competitive placements with leading nonprofit organizations
    * Classes - Up to 9 transferable credits in ethics and philanthropy from Georgetown University
    * Housing - Roommate matching and furnished on-campus apartments in the heart of D.C.
    * Service - A variety of hands-on community projects
    * Guest Lectures - With Washington's top nonprofit executives and scholars
    * Leadership & Professional Development - Leadership, mentoring and career building activities
    * Networking - With seasoned nonprofit professionals and top student leaders from around the world
    * Scholarships - Over half of all students receive full or partial funding based on merit and financial need


The Institute will be held in June & July, 2010. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until March 5, 2010. Students who complete their application by the early deadline of December 4, 2009 will receive a 5% tuition discount as well as priority scholarship consideration and internship placement.
 
For more information and to begin an online application, please visit the website www.DCinternships.org/IPVS.

LIVE. LEARN. INTERN. SUMMER INSTITUTES
June and July, 2010
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
www.DCinternships.org   
 
 
**NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR EARLY DEADLINE OF DECEMBER 4, 2009**
 
Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies in partnership with Georgetown University, the Institutes combine substantive internships, courses for academic credit, career development activities, site briefings and lectures led by prominent policy experts. These fast-paced, eight-week residential programs provide students from around the world with opportunities to gain the edge in today's competitive job market and graduate school admissions, and experience the excitement of Washington first-hand.
 
· Internships - Competitive placements with top sites in D.C.
· Classes - Up to 9 transferable credits from Georgetown University
· Housing - Roommate matching and furnished on-campus apartments in the   heart of D.C.
· Guest Lectures - With Washington's top policy and industry experts
· Site Briefings - At the State Department, Capitol Hill and World Bank
· Leadership & Professional Development - Leadership, mentoring and career building activities
· Networking - Interaction with seasoned professionals and hundreds of other student leaders from around of the world
· Scholarships - Over half of all students receive full or partial funding based on merit and financial need
 
Four eight-week programs are offered in the following subject areas:
 
· Public Policy, Economics and International Affairs
· Journalism, Communications and Public Relations
· Corporate Business and Government Affairs
· Nonprofit and Community Service
 
Students will be accepted in a rolling basis until the Final Deadline of March 5, 2010. Students applying by the Early Deadline of December 4, 2009 will be given preference in admissions and scholarship decisions and will receive a 5% discount on their tuition balance.
 
For more information and an online application, please visit our website www.DCinternships.org or contact Haley Heieck, Recruitment and Admissions Assistant, at admissions@tfas.org or 1-800-741-6964.

Internship Opportunities at UNFCCC

(Submitted October 7, 2009)

The Communication and Media Relations Unit of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change is looking for an intern from October to December; January to March; April to June; July to September; and October to December 2010. The internship will be based in Bonn, Germany, where the UNFCCC Secretariat is located.  The deadline for receipt of applications is generally around 2 months before the start of the internship period.

Mid-October; Deadline for Spring Internships (mid-January to mid-March)
End of March: Deadline for Summer Internships (early June to early August)
Mid-June: Deadline for Fall Internships (mid-September to mid-November)

NOTE: Deadline for Spring Internship is October 18, 2009.

While the focus is on research activities, other projects could consist of an analysis of information requests and media interviews, or an update of the frequently asked questions section of the Web site, depending on the interest and ability of the candidate.

The intern may also be tasked with responding to e-mails, phone calls, written correspondences to gain first-hand experience in dealing with the public.
The candidate is required to be enrolled in a recognized university course of study and to have:

* Completed an undergraduate University degree in communication, international affairs, social science or related discipline, with work on a degree equivalent to a master in progress.
* Applicants should be able to work in English.
* Basic knowledge of climate change-related politics.
* Knowledge of press and media organizations.
* Strong research and analytical skills.
* Strong organizational skills.
* Ability to work independently.
* Experience with databases, Internet environments.

More information on the terms and conditions can be found at
http://unfccc.int/secretariat/internship_programme/items/2653.php

Please note that according to the conditions of UN internship program, the internship is unremunerated. Any expenses, including travel and related costs, must be borne by the candidate or his/her sponsoring Government or institution.

The intern is also responsible for obtaining all necessary visas related to his/her internship assignment. Should the intern encounter difficulties with the authorities in obtaining a visa, the UNFCCC will only provide assistance in the form of an attestation confirming that the intern has been accepted for an internship assignment with UNFCCC.

If you are interested, please send your cover letter and resume to Ms. Pascaline Anapak, Intern Focal Point, UNFCCC, P.O. Box 260124, D-53153, Bonn, Germany or e-mail address: panapak@unfccc.int

About UNFCCC

With 192 Parties, the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change has near universal membership and is the parent treaty of the 1997 Kyoto Protocol. The Kyoto Protocol has to date 182 member Parties. Under the Protocol, 37 states, consisting of highly industrialized countries and countries undergoing the process of transition to a market economy, have legally binding emission limitation and reduction commitments. The ultimate
objective of both treaties is to stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere at a level that will prevent dangerous human interference with the climate system.

International Radio & Television Society Foundation, Inc. | irts.org

(Submitted October 7, 2009)

2010 SUMMER FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Date: May 30 - July 31, 2010
Where: New York, New York

The IRTS Summer Fellowship Program teaches up-and-coming communicators the realities of the media industry and business world through a nine-week, expense-paid fellowship, which includes practical experience and career-planning advice. Fellows gain full-time, "real world" experience at New York-based media companies. In addition, the Fellowship provides the opportunity to network with industry professionals, take related field trips, and attend panels, lectures and group discussions.

ELIGIBILITY:
The Summer Fellowship Program is competitive. Students must be college juniors, seniors or graduate students at the time of application. For detailed eligibility information, log on to our website www.irts.org and follow the link to "College Programs." http://www.irts.org/programs/sfp/sfp.html
COST: Travel, housing and living allowance included.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 1, 2009
Information can also be found on the IRTS Broadcast Sales Associate Program, which is held in tandem with the Summer Fellowship Program. This diversity initiative is designed to give graduating seniors a jumpstart on the management track by providing customized sales training, in addition to the regular features of the Fellowship Program.

The Boston Globe - 2010 Summer Intern Program

The Boston Globe summer intern program began more than 50 years ago as an opportunity for college students interested in journalism to gain practical experience on a major newspaper.

The largest group of interns works in metro on general assignment.  Other intern reporters are assigned to sports, living/arts, and business.  We also have intern positions in the photography and graphics departments, and on the copy desk.  The copy editing position may be filled by a Newspaper Fund* intern, and a health/science position is provided through the Kaiser Foundation.**  Internships are NOT limited to students with undergraduate journalism majors.

All students currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or will be graduating in May or June may apply, as well as journalism graduate school students who have NOT had professional experience as a newspaper reporter.

An appitude for newspaper work is the most important qualification for the internship.  Applicants must have had at least one previous internship at a daily newspaper, and must also have a driver's license.

Summer interns work as full-time employees for 12 weeks, between Memorial Day and Labor Day.  Interns are paid a weekly wage, and shifts vary.  An intern supervisor serves as a writing coach and there are weekly meetings with editors and staff members on a range of issues and topics pertaining to journalism.

Application forms can be obtained from: Paula Bouknight, Assistant Managing Editor/Hiring, The Boston Globe, P.O. Box 55819, Boston, MA 02205-5819 (617-929-3212), or downloaded from our website: www.bostonglobe.com/newsintern.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2010 PROGRAM MUST BE POSTMARKED BY NOVEMBER 1, 2009

*For information on the Newspaper Fund program, go to djnewspaperfund.dowjones.com.
**For information on the Kaiser Fellowship program, go to www.kff.org.

Finalists will be asked to come to the Globe for an interview.  Material will not be returned.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee internship opportunities

Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee has internship opportunities available for the Spring 2010 Semester. 

Intern responsibilities include writing media releases, designing and distributing flyers and other marketing materials, and delivering informative presentations to a variety of groups.  Interns will also assist with special events, including our national signature fundraiser, Bowl for Kids' Sake.

Public Relations and Marketing majors are preferred, but all students with relevant interests/coursework will be considered.

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to:

4928 Homberg Drive
Suite B3
Knoxville, TN 37919

-or by email to BWaugh@BBBSetn.org.

Deadline is October 12, 2009.

AAJA Media Internships

The Asian American Journalists Association is proud to work with the Associated Press and the Sports Journalism Institute to offer internships for Summer 2010. 

The Associated Press Internship:
-12 weeks
-Individually tailored
-Cover breaking news
-For print, photo, graphics, and multimedia journalists
-Application due Friday, Oct. 23, 2009

Sports Journalism Institute Internship:
-Crash course in sports journalism at the Poynter Institute
-Eight weeks of a paid internship at a daily newspaper
-$500 for students who complete the course and are going back to school
-Application due Friday, Nov. 13, 2009

For more information and applications, check out:

http://www.aaja.org/programs/for_students/media_internships/

Washington Internship Institute

For more than 15 years, the Washington Internship Institute (WII) has been the leader in the field of experiential learning, providing students with real world experience while challenging them through academic coursework. 

WII offers three internship programs for undergraduate and graduate students:

- The Capital Experience serves students of all majors who wish to investigate careers in Washington, DC.

- The Embassy and Diplomatic Scholars Program serves students with interests in international relations including languages and business.

- Go Green! serves students with interests in environmental action and policy.

WII provides an excellent package of services.  We invite you to make us your first choice among DC internship programs for our

-Internships - personalized placement and opportunities in all majors
-Academic Creditworthy Classes
-Housing - convenient, metro-accessible and furnished
-Leadership Development
-Site Visits, Tours and Guest Lectures
-Student Activities
-Lowest Cost of all DC Programs
-Flexible Payment Arrangements

For further information, please call us at 800-435-0770 or visit our website at www.wiidc.org.

Unpaid DC Internship

Senate Republican Conference seeks undergraduate students or recent graduates for January-May 2010 to assist professional staff.  Responsibilities include conducting research, assiting with press events, and strategically thinking with staff members regarding different governmental issues.  Candidates should posess strong writing and research skills.  Prior political experience is preferred; Spanish fluency is a plus.  Only full-time internships are available.

You can learn more about the SRC by going to src.senate.gov or republican.senate.gov.

Visit alexander.senate.gov to learn more about Senator Alexander who chairs the conference.

Please send a cover letter, resume and a writing sample of no more than 3 pages to resumes@src.senate.gov. 

Deadline for applications is Oct. 30th, 2009.

BlushMedia Editorial Interns

(Submitted February 24, 2009) 

Job/Internship type: Unpaid Internship

Company/Publication Name: Blush Media

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Description: Blush Media is seeking interns for their Fashion and Beauty editorial
 departments.

Responsibilities include:
 We’re looking for candidates with in-depth knowledge and passion for
 fashion and beauty. They should be willing to work with the editorial team to develop the hottest, of-the-moment, relevant content, and be able to 
translate those ideas to a web platform. Be prepared for a lot of fun, but
 extensive web research. Quality candidates should be organized,
 enthusiastic go-getters with an understanding of web-based writing and a
willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. College
 credit can be applied.

Contact: swilson@blush.com or jfordcarther@blush.com.

CITY Magazine Editorial Intern

(Submitted February 24, 2009) 

Job/Internship type: Unpaid Internship

Company/Publication Name: CITY Magazine

Location: New York, NY

Description: CITY Magazine is looking for editorial interns interested in writing about fashion, art, photography, design, and travel. Interns typically work three days a week, and must have, or be in the process of earning a journalism or English degree. Responsibilities include grammar and fact checking, writing about new trends and retail items, researching events for the magazine’s monthly calendar, interviewing article subjects, and administrative duties. Interns report directly to the senior editor.

Contact: Please send a resume and cover letter to intern@city-magazine.com.

NYMag.com Online Editorial Interns

(Submitted February 24, 2009)  

Job/Internship type: Unpaid Internship

Company/Publication Name: NYMag.com

Location: New York, NY

Description: Description: NewYork Magazine’s Website, nymag.com, is looking for Summer online editorial interns who can work a minimum of two full days per 
week. Responsibilities include database production, fact-checking,
 research, reporting and writing.

Pay: $7.15/hour or school credit

Contact: ToApply: Please e-mail a cover letter, résumé, and two or three clips to nymjobs@nymag.com. Please put “Summer Semester Online Editorial Internship” in the subject line. No calls please. 

VegNews Magazine Internship

(Submitted February 24, 2009)   

Job/Internship type: Unpaid Internship

Company/Publication Name: VegNews Magazine

Location: San Francisco, CA

Description: VegNews is seeking interns to join our award-winning magazine. Interns
 will gain invaluable experience in editing, fielding inquiries, 
participating in editorial meetings, researching story ideas, fact
 checking, event planning, writing for the magazine and website, and more. Perks include a free apartment, daily vegetarian lunch,  product sampling,
 complimentary event tickets, all-you-can-eat vegan cookies, a wonderful 
work environment, advancement opportunities, and more.

Contact: To apply, email cover letter, resume, and writing samples by March 1 to Editorial Director Aurelia d'Andrea at adandrea@vegnews.com with "VegNewsinternship" in the subject header. For more information, check out: http://vegnews.com/web/pages/page.do?pageId=33. 

DDI Magazine Summer Interns

(Submitted February 23, 2009)   

Job/Internship type: Unpaid Internship

Company/Publication Name: DDI Magazine

Location: Alpharetta, GA

Description: 

DDI magazine, a monthly b2b publication focused on retail design and based in Alpharetta, Ga., is looking for summer interns to start in late-May and work through early-August. Interns will gain experience in proofreading, fact-checking, writing, editorial production and every aspect of putting together a monthly magazine. This unpaid internship must be for college credit only.

Contact: Please send resume and clips to jbove@ddimagazine.com. 

TheNibble.com Editorial Intern

(Submitted February 18, 2009)   

Job/Internship type: Unpaid Internship

Company/Publication Name: TheNibble.com

Location: New York, NY

Description: The Nibble is an online magazine devoted to specialty food products.
 We’re seeking an Editorial Intern to work on online projects from home
(or our Manhattan office if you prefer). Must be VERY experienced with
 posting content to social bookmarking and social networking sites, and
 related online tasks. We need a candidate who is already familiar with 
these tasks. Please state available hours per week.

Contact: Please send your resume and cover letter to NibbleHR@gmail.com withsubject line “Editorial Intern.” No phone calls or faxes, please. 

New York Family Sports Online Intern

(Submitted February 12, 2009)   

Job/Internship type: Unpaid Internship

Company/Publication Name: New York Family Sports

Location: New York, NY

Description: New York Family Sports, a new monthly publication, has an immediate opening
 for an online intern. We’re part of a major Manhattan media company that
 has launched a new comprehensive NYC youth sports Web site. The New York
 Post called us a “bright spot” and Crain’s New York Business called
 us a “YouTube for the city’s student athletes.” We’re looking for 
someone with a journalism background who can maintain our new Web site.
 You’ll build photo and video galleries, create online polls and contests, 
write headlines, develop fresh Web content and – if you’re so inclined
– write features for print and online. This is a fantastic opportunity to
 join a great team, get great clips and Web experience and be a part of 
something spectacular. Knowledge of Excel a plus. This is an unpaid
 internship that offers college credit.

Contact: If you’re ready to work alongside top sports media pros doing real, hands-on assignments, send your resume to Dave Hollander at dhollander@manhattanmedia.com.

HEEB Magazine Intern

(Submitted February 11, 2009)   

Job/Internship type: Unpaid Internship

Company/Publication Name: HEEB Magazine

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Description: Heeb Magazine is looking for interns to assist with the day-to-day dealings here at our DUMBO office. Responsibilities range from updating our subscriptions database to helping out with our blog to aiding with the editorial process. However, if a particular area of the magazine process is of interest to you, we will endeavor to assign you tasks in that sector. Candidates may receive class credit.

Contact: Please email cover letter and resume to: info@heebmagazine.com

Kingsport Times-News Intern  

(Submitted January 23, 2009)  

The Kingsport Times-News will offer an internship opportunity to an undergraduate journalism student this summer. The internship is paid and lasts 16 weeks at 30 hours per week.

Interested students may apply by e-mailing me a resume and samples of their journalism writing, which can either be published in a newspaper or online edition or be done for class work. I can only accept information in Word (not Vista) formator in PDF format. Resume and samples may be mailed to Becky Whitlock at bwhitlock@timesnews.net or P.O. Box 479, Kingsport, TN 37662.

NOTE: Internship available most summers

PR/Marketing Internship at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee

(Submitted Sept. 25, 2008)

Marketing/PR Internship, Spring Semester 2010. Applications must be received by: October 12, 2008.

Responsibilities:

Public Relations and Marketing responsibilities include:

• Working with local media, writing press releases and updating press lists.
• Creating and distributing flyers and marketing materials.
• Working in a variety of venues including community events and fairs for the purpose of promoting Big Brothers Big Sisters and recruiting event participants and volunteer mentors.
• Delivering informative presentations to a variety of audiences, including fraternities, sororities and various campus organizations.
• Taking photographs and freelance photography as needed.
• Preparing volunteer recruitment packets.

Special Events responsibilities include:

• Participating in coordination and implementation of national signature fundraiser: BOWL FOR KIDS' SAKE.
• Participating in developing and implementing event communications plan.
• Marketing BFKS through variety of mediums.
• Networking and contacting business and community leaders.
• Gaining experience in sponsorship and prize requests.
• Learning and utilizing BBBS data systems.
• Participating in limited general office duties, including data entry, copying,faxing, filing, shredding.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Unpaid Intern, 20-35 hours per week, January 2009 - May 2009. Resume and cover letter required. Writing and other work samples preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

Microsoft Office Suite, excellent written and verbal communications skills, dynamic self-starter with initiative, strong interpersonal skills and a sense of humor. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite a plus.

Qualifications:

MUST be enrolled in courses during internship; Public Relations and/or Marketing majors preferred; relevant interests and background will be considered.

Submit resume to:

Brent Waugh, Events & Media Relations Manager/ 4928 Homberg Drive, Suite B3 Knoxville, TN 37919/ ph (865) 523-2179 ext. 17 / brent@bbbsetn.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee provides children with friendship, guidance and fun by uniting them with a caring adult mentor.

Available: Local Journalism and PR Internships

(Submitted Sept. 9, 2008)

The Amputee Coalition of America, a national nonprofit organization serving people with limb loss, is seeking a print journalism student and a public relations student for unpaid internships.

The journalism intern will assist the editor/communications coordinator and communications manager in researching and writing articles for the ACA's national, award-winning magazine inMotion, as well as the organization's numerous other publications. In addition, the intern will write press releases and other public relations and marketing materials, as needed. Editing and proofreading duties may also be performed.

The public relations intern will assist in writing and sending press releases, writing news items for the ACA Web site, researching media contacts, and contacting media.

This is a great opportunity for gaining real journalism and public relations experience and building a file of published work.

Supervision: Editor/Communications Coordinator and Communications Manager

Qualifications: Prefer college undergraduate or graduate student in journalism or public relations. Strong writing and interpersonal skills are essential. Interns must be dependable and able to work on their own and meet deadlines.

Contact: Rick Bowers, Editor/Communications Coordinator. If you would like to be considered for one of these internship opportunities, please e-mail Rick Bowers at rbowers@amputee-coalition.org or call 865/524-0591, ext. 8108.

The ACA is an EOE.

Production/Sales Internship Opportunities

(Submitted Aug. 21, 2008)

We need a number of talented student interns to help staff the locally produced, sports-related television program "Hockey LoeDown," seen on WVLT-TV's MyVLT2. We need interns for both the production and sales sides of the business.

The weekly, half-hour program focuses on East Tennessee's professional ice hockey team, the Knoxville Ice Bears. "Hockey LoeDown" enters its second season this fall.

Production interns will receive hands-on experience shooting, writing and editing for broadcast (no answering phones required). Opportunities are also available for
on-camera work, provided quality standards are met.

Responsibilities include covering the Ice Bears games, practices, and off-ice events, and enterprising feature stories. Interns may also produce television commercials
for program advertisers.

Sales interns will receive valuable broadcast sales experience, with the potential to earn commissions. Advertisers already on board include Pilot Food Marts, Hall's Salvage, Lance Cunningham Ford, American Home Improvements, Cool Sports, Insignia Sign Group, and Knoxville Ice Bears, among others.

"Hockey LoeDown" is independently produced at WVLT-TV, and through an agreement with the station we're able to use channel 8's in-house equipment (computers, editors, etc.).

We accept all communication-related majors, and are especially looking for enthusiastic, dependable, self-motivated, and friendly men and women interns. Hockey
knowledge is a plus, but not necessary - we'll teach that.

Interested students may contact:
Gary Loe
Hockey LoeDown Producer, WVLT-TV
(865)584-5842 or gary.loe@wvlt-tv.com

Internship Opportunity in Ad/PR/Marketing with Countryhound.com

(Submitted Aug. 16, 2008)

Countryhound.com is a new portal for country music fans that launched in July 2007. Though a relatively new venture, CountryHound is led by two veteran Nashville media professionals with extensive experience.

We are currently seeking interns to assist with marketing and promoting the site. This will include:

• Working with various tools we have for SEO (search engine optimization).
• Reaching out to fan club sites to make them aware of CountryHound and its content about their artist.
• Communicating with country radio stations across the country on cross-promotions.

We are also currently seeking interns to develop content for the site.  This will include:

• Taking press releases received from publicists and public relations firms and posting to site.
• Monitoring visitors' information posted to the site for suitability.
• Writing of biographical information on varoius country music stars.
• Posting of other content and information as needed.

Applicants should:

• Have completed courses in advertising, marketing, or public relations.
• Be comfortable learning new technological applications.
• Experience with any graphics or web metrics programs helpful.
• Be available for at least the months of Sept.-Nov. and possibly Dec.
• Be available to work various hours.
• You can do this work anywhere you can get online.

If interested please contact Kevin Lorance: kevin@countryhound.com or 615-293-5841.

Internship Opportunity with Metro Pulse

*ALWAYS LOOKING*

Metro Pulse, Knoxville's Best Alternative, is currently accepting internship applications. If interested, please send your resume, writing samples, and a cover letter describing what you'd hope to gain from an internship at MP to editor Coury Turczyn: coury@metropulse.com.

An editorial internship at Metro Pulse consists of the following duties:

• Research and write listings for special guides such as the Metro Pulse
• Restaurant Guide or the Music Guide. This entails contacting each individual entity (restaurant or musician), gathering information, and writing up its entry for publication.
• Assist in migrating archival content into the Metro Pulse Web site, as well as helping with weekly content management.
• Assist with collecting and entering information for the weekly Calendar section.
• Help organize and create content for a Metro Pulse MySpace page.
• Help proofread stories and page layouts.
• Assist in collecting background information for reporters.
• Write copy as needed for various sections.
• Attend editorial meetings and pitch story ideas.
• Whatever else we can think of that nobody else wants to do.

Print Journalism Internship Open at Amputee Coalition of America

(Submitted Jan. 10, 2007)

The Amputee Coalition of America, a national nonprofit organization serving people with limb loss, is seeking a print journalism student for an unpaid journalism internship.

The journalism intern will assist the editor/publications coordinator and publications manager in researching and writing articles for the ACA's national, award-winning magazine inMotion, as well as the organization's numerous other publications. In addition, the intern will write press releases and other public relations and marketing materials, as needed. Editing and proofreading duties may also be performed.

This is a great opportunity for gaining real journalism experience and building a file of published work.

Supervision: Editor/Publications Coordinator and Publications Manager

Qualifications: Prefer college undergraduate or graduate student in journalism. Strong writing and interpersonal skills are essential. Intern must be dependable and able to work on his or her own and meet deadlines.

Contact: Rick Bowers, Editor/Publications Coordinator. If you would like to be considered for this internship opportunity, please e-mail Rick Bowers at rbowers@amputee-coalition.org or call 865/524-0591, ext. 8108.

Moxley Carmichael Seeks PR, Journalism or Marketing for Paid Internships

Moxley Carmichael seeks college juniors, seniors,graduate students or graduates in public relations, journalism ormarketing for immediate internship opportunities. Full-time andpart-time paid positions are available.

Interns support partner and account executives by drafting,distributing and following up on news releases; assisting with storypitches; maintaining media and government databases; planning andexecuting client events; performing research; and other relatedresponsibilities. Interns also provide general office support.

Interns must have excellent written and verbal communication skills; beable to manage multiple projects and deadlines; and have strong clientservice orientation. Reliable transportation and auto insurance arerequired.

Interns earn hourly pay plus mileage.

Moxley Carmichael offers a fast-paced, professional and fun environmentand serves the Knoxville area's top companies. For more informationabout Moxley Carmichael, visit www.moxleycarmichael.com.

For consideration, please forward a resume, cover letter, writingsamples and work availability to Scott Bird atinternships@moxleycarmichael.com.

Public Journalism Internship Initiative Sponsored by the Knight Foundation

UTK has begun a program supporting UTK students seeking internships through The Washington Center. Thanks to a generous grant from the Knight Foundation, The Washington Center will now be awarding scholarships to qualified students under the foundation's "Public Journalism Internship Initiative." Eligible students will be interested in public or civic journalism, and come from specific schools (colleges and universities that have licenses for public radio or public television stations). Interns will enroll in TWC's Mass Communications Program and will be placed at one of a set of organizations identified by the Knight Foundation.

Ten $2,000 housing awards are available to students this summer and another ten will be in the fall. During spring, summer, and fall of 2005 there will be 15 $2,000 awards. The students work a full time job, take a high caliber course, attend a series of programs, and earn 12 hours of credit (nine hours during the summer) for their efforts.

For more information, visit http://career.utk.edu/