UAW Public Relations and Publications Department Intern Writer

UAW Public Relations and Publications Department

Intern Writer

The United Autoworkers Union (UAW) is seeking an intern with versatile writing skills and who is comfortable working on a deadline in various styles and mediums. Strong writing skills and a commitment to social and economic justice are essential for this position. Internships are for a six month period with a possible six-month extension.

Primary responsibility include:
• Writing for the UAW’s award-winning membership magazine Solidarity, and online website, uaw.org
• Developing strategic campaign material and assisting in speech writing
• Contributing to other online media social networks and union publications

Qualifications:
• Experience with electronic communications and strategy are desired
• Advanced computer skills are required
• Knowledge of InDesign is helpful but not required

Interns are covered by the union contract with the Newspaper Guild/Communications Workers of America, Local 34022.

Excellent pay and benefits.

Please send resume and writing samples to:
Charissa Fields, Outreach Coordinator
UAW Public Relations and Publications Department
cfields@uaw.net
Fax: 313-926-5120


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UAW Public Relations and Publications Department Intern Web Designer/Developer

UAW Public Relations and Publications Department

Intern Web Designer/Developer

The United Autoworkers Union (UAW) is seeking an intern who has excellent technical, visual and verbal communications skills at its Detroit headquarters. Strong commitment to social and economic justice are essential for this position. Internships are for a six-month period with a possible six-month extension.


Primary responsibilities include:
• Website concept and content development
• Graphic design and maintenance for campaign-related websites
• Help to manage UAW’s main website and social networking tools

Qualifications:
• Knowledge of different computer languages and applications, including HTML, are required
• Knowledge of Druppal is helpful

Interns are covered by the union contract with The Newspaper Guild/Communications Workers of America, Local 34022.

Excellent pay and benefits.

Please send resume and website samples to:
Charissa Fields, Outreach Coordinator
UAW Public Relations and Publications Department
cfields@uaw.net
Fax: 313-926-5120






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Fall Internship $$$ Award Are you preparing for a fall internship to help you further your career goals? Would some financial support help you better achieve your goals?

Through the generosity of Adrienne Johns, the College of Communication Arts and Sciences is able to grant awards for students pursuing internships during fall 2010 semester. To be considered for this award, please complete the following application requested materials and return it to the CAS Center for Careers and Internships, 181 Comm Arts, or via email to: hanson39@msu.edu, by Wednesday August 25, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. For additional information, please contact Karin Hanson at 355.6500 or hanson39@msu.edu.

This Internship Award was established by Adrienne Johns to benefit worthy and capable students enrolled at Michigan State University in the College of Communication Arts & Sciences. It is intended to encourage students who have demonstrated the capacity to achieve educational and professional goals, the motivation to achieve these goals and the initiative to seek opportunities to further their progress. Recipients shall be selected on the basis of the following criteria:

• Shall be juniors, seniors or graduate students within the College of Communication Arts & Sciences
• Shall have a minimum overall GPA of 2.5 or above
• Shall be participating in a qualified internship, verified by the college, either for credit or to help them further their degree experiences, as defined by the College of Communication Arts & Sciences

The amount of the award shall be a minimum of $800 per student. Recipients are requested to express acceptance and appreciation of the award in writing within four weeks of notification of the award, with correspondence turned in to CAS Center for Careers and Internships, located at 181 Comm Arts.

Fall internship with the coolest startup in the world

Warning: If you are really serious, don’t smile and aren’t open to new ideas you might as well stop reading this.
• What: Fall internship with the coolest startup in the world
• Who: Michigan State students
• When: Fall semester (and beyond)
• Why: Because life’s too short to have internships where you get coffee & fax documents! Remember, just because you are a young student doesn’t mean you don’t have value to provide.
• About: remind101 is a website that sends students text message and email reminders before their assignments are due. Started by a recent MSU alum, remind101 is launching full scale at Michigan State this Fall!
• Who we’re looking for: Students who have endless energy and passion about learning, starting companies, gaining real world experience and want to work on an amazingly cool project. We don’t really care if you have a 4.0 GPA and are on the honor roll (but congrats). We care about students who have real world experience. But, it’s ok if you don’t…we can help with that too!
• What you’ll be doing: Marketing, social media, sales, PR, writing, design… Oh My! You’ll work hand in hand with fellow Spartans, the company founders and the web development team to market and launch the company.
• The low down & what we like:
o Large Social Media presence is a plus!
o Public speaking a positive, we’re here to help
o Allocate 5-10 hrs/week to work
o Personal drive and passion about startups/marketing/social media
o Excited about the remind101concept
o Independent and ability to work on their own
o Hands on opportunity to make a big impact on a fast growing company
o Trust us, we really, really want to pay you. The founder (Brett) had a few internships (unpaid) and knows what it’s like. But we’re a startup!
• Check us out!
o www.remind101.com
o Facebook.com/remind101
o Twitter.com/remind101
Please send all resumes, FB posts, emails or Tweets to Emily Tschirhart at: emily.tschirhart@gmail.com

GREAT OPP! $

Type: Marketing / Advertising internship
Hours: 15-20 per week
Pay: $8 to start (for the right candidate we may consider a higher wage)
Location: Office of Kelley Cawthorne
Description:
Internship to gain experience in public relations, marketing, and advertising for prestigious governmental relations and law firm. Needs to have exceptional writing skills and solid technological understanding. Would be working on internet sites such as Face book and firm website. Ability to research and exemplify data to create press releases and professional correspondence.

Janet Hucul

Grab an Internship for Fall! 1 credit or more for your resume.

Take a look at some of the options below.
Note: Contact information may have changed.

CITADEL CORPORATE BROADCASTING
Contact: Jordan Lee--Email: jordanlee@citcomm.com

CHILDREN'S TRUST FUND
Contact: Nicole Seerch--Email: seerchni@msu.edu (michigan.gov/ctf)

DONOVAN & SMITH MARKETING-MEDIA INC.
Contact: Katie Donovan--Email:katie@donovanandsmith.com (www.donovanandsmith.com)

ELE's PLACE
Contact: Katie Cervenak--Email:healing@elesplace.org (www.elesplace.org)

FOX 47 WSYM TV
Contact: Patricia Woodman--Email:woodman@fox47news.com (fox47news.com)

HOUSE REPUBLICAN COMMUNICATIONS
Contact: Michelle Hyne--Email:mhyne@house.mi.gov (www.gophouse.com)

MERIDIAN ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
Contact: Jennifer Taylor--Email:jtaylor@meridianconcerts.com (wwwmeridianconcerts.com)

MICHIGAN FITNESS FOUNDATION
Contact: Gretchen Mensing--Email:gmensing@michiganfitness.org (www.michiganfitness.org)

MICHIGAN WORKS! ASSOCIATION
Contact: Malorie Kersten--Email:kerstenm@michiganworks.org

MOTION MARKETING & MEDIA
Contact: Joni Rainbolt--Email:joni@m3group.biz (m3group.biz)

OLD TOWN COMMERCIAL ASSOCIATION
Contact: Jamie Schriner-Hooper--Email:jamie@oldtownmainstreet.org (www.iloveoldtown.org)

QUEUE ADVERTISING
Contact: Tom Helderman--Email:info@queueadvertising.com (queueadvertising.com)

SENATOR ROGER KAHN
Contact: Ryan Watson--Email:rwatson@senate.michigan.gov (www.senatorrogerkahn.com)

WLAJ/ABC 3 CWS
Contact: Motif Demyers--Email:reception@wlaj.com (www.wlaj.com)

WLNS TV
Contact: Randall Nolin--Email:rnolin@wlns.com (www.wlns.com)

WLNS-TV6
Contact: Kristine Melser--Email:kmelser@wlns.com (www.wlns.com)


East Lansing, Michigan:

CHANDLER CROSSING
Contact:Christina Minnis--Email:salesmichigan@edrtrust.com (www.chandlercrossings.com)

EAST LANSING FILM FESTIVAL
Contact: Susan Woods--Email:susanw.woods@gmail.com (www.elff.com)

MSU COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Contact: Pat Jrauer--Email:jrauer@msu.edu

KING MEDIA
Contact: Coleen King--Email:coleen@kingmedianow.com (www.kingmedianow.com)

ST. JOHN STUDENT PARISH
Contact: Keith J. Tharp--Email:keith@stjohnmsu.org (www.stjohnmsu.org)


Okemos, Michigan:

FAHRENHEIT CREATIVE GROUP
Contact: Cynthia Vandecar--Email:cynthia@fahrenheitcreative.com (www.fahrenheitcreative.com)

FRASER TREBILCOCK, DAVIS & DUNLAP, D.C.
Contact: Eric Dawe--Email:edawe@fraserlawfirm.com (www.fraserlawfirm.com)

LEZOTTE MILLER PUBLIC RELATIONS INC.
Contact: Jason Cody--Email:staff@lezottemiller.com (www.lezottemiller.com)

TECHSMITH CORPORATION
Contact: Jennifer Beford--Email:j.bedford@techsmith.com (www.techsmith.com)

Marketing/Communications

HEALTH ALLIANCE PLAN
JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Marketing/Communications Contingent Position

DEPARTMENT: Marketing/Communications

REPORTS TO: Public Relations Director

DATE REVISED: May 24, 2010

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
Provide support to members of the Marketing/Communications team in a fast-paced environment that provides ample professional growth opportunities and work experience. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable marketing/communications experience in design, production, marketing, advertising, special events and public relations; learn about the health care industry; and gain additional writing, editing, data management and media relations skills.
This is an hourly paid contingent position that rotates through the writing, advertising, marketing, design and public relations areas of Marketing/Communications to assist the team with a variety of projects.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
NOTE: Each department leader will assign the contingent one or two projects to ensure a well-rounded experience in all facets of Marketing/Communications.

1. Complete general writing assignments: Write, edit, fact check or proof read content for new collateral and internal communications materials, including Web content, Sales collateral, advertising copy, press releases, articles and social networking sites.
2. Assist the marketing and creative teams with the creation, layout and design of print and digital communication materials.
3. Assist management, marketing representatives and/or HAP's Advertising Agency on photo shoots, TV and radio production assignments, as needed.
4. Assist with special event coordination, as needed.
5. Learn administrative tasks such as maintaining media contact lists, project tracking and inventory management.
6. Participate in meetings and conference calls, upon request.
7. Assist with preparing award nominations.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Fox Hills Golf and Banquet center located in Plymouth Michigan

 Looking for a part time creative person that could assist us in developing advertising material.

Ron Fantino
Fox Hills, Inc.
Director of Finance & Administration
734.927.1024 (Direct Line)

United Nations

The United Nations University Office at the United Nations in New York (UNU-ONY) is recruiting Junior Professional Fellows (JPFs) for the next session, from 1 August 2010 to 31 January 2011.

Participants in UNU's internship programme are called Junior Professional Fellows as this title reflects their combination of academic excellence and professional aptitude.

In the following paragraph you will find information and guidelines on the UNU's JPF programme, or feel free to visit our website,
http://www.ony.unu.edu/internships/

Please circulate this announcement to students, colleagues and friends who may be interested in participating in the programme or in disseminating this great opportunity to young professionals.

The deadline for receiving applications is May 31, 2010. Please do not hesitate to consult our website or contact us directly if you have any questions or comments.


With kind regards,

UNU-ONY Team

United Nations University, Office in New York
2 UN Plaza, Room DC2-2060, New York, NY 10017
Tel.: 212-963-6387
Fax: 212-371-2144
Email: jpfony@unu.edu
Website: http://www.ony.unu.edu

NEW CLASS FOR FALL 2010

ADV 436: Promotions and Sponsorships is being offered MW 12:40 this Fall 2010.
  Going into the books for registration next week.  Should be fun!

COMMON GROUND $$

Star Tickets, Inc is once again in need of 7 – 9 great young people to man its Lansing Common Ground event for 7/12 – July 18. 

Three (3) of last years’ MSU students have agreed to do it again.  Can you please try to help us once again with some students!

Contact Debbie Hoffecker  248-784-1532    dhoffecker@startickets.com

CELEBRITY CAFE

Employer:	TheCelebrityCafe  [view profile]
Title:	Graphic Design Intern
Description:	TheCelebrityCafe.com is one of the Internet's premiere entertainment magazines. Since 1995, TheCelebrityCafe.com has been providing its readers with up to the minute news, exclusive interviews, television recaps, and one of the Internet's largest collections of music and film reviews. We are actively seeking aspiring graphic designers to work as interns for the upcoming semester. This internship is 120 hours work in a virtual office. It is unpaid, and credit is available though not required. The selected candidate will work on design, creation and other aspects of web production. We are seeking to hire new employees via the intern process.  Candidates should be detail-oriented and highly communicative, with the ability to work independently, think critically and solve problems. We seek someone who possesses some project management skills, and is self-motivated with a sharp attention to detail. Candidates should have a passion for graphic design and a desire to keep learning and produce great work. A strong proficiency with InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator is a must, Knowledge and experience with HTML and coding would be a nice bonus.   CONTACT: dominick@thecelebritycafe.com

MARKETING & PROMOTIONS NOVI

	Post Bars   [view profile]
Title:	Marketing & Promotions Internships
Description:	The Post Bars is launching several new marketing and advertising initiatives via several mediums including grass roots marketing, print advertising, email marketing, social media as well as telephone and on-site marketing. We are seeking fun-minded, motivated and idea driven individuals who will benefit from working closely with marketing leadership to write strategic plans and implement new marketing campaigns via multiple marketing platforms. Full and part time positions are available with flexible hours to accommodate other part time jobs/school courses. Post Bars are located in Novi, Ferndale, Detroit, & Auburn Hills. Participants will be involved with multiple locations. Post Bars will accept students who are interning for college credit and willing to comply with necessary paperwork requirements for your department/advisor.

TWO POSITIONS COMMUNICATIONS AND GRAPHIC DESIGN

Employer:	Old Town Commercial Association
Title:	Communications Intern
Description:	The OTCA Communications Interns will uphold the bylaws of the OTCA and the wishes of the board. They will report directly to and works closely with the Executive Director, who reports to the board of directors. POSITION DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: • Sitting on Michigan Main Street Committees that are appropriate when available. • Working on communication issues o Social media o Communication with local press o Internal communication for Old Town businesses through newsletters and website • All aspects of one major event in Old Town Lansing including o Running meetings o Securing sponsors, vendors, entertainment o Coordinating day of event • Working on neighborhood beautification projects including plantings • Help with daily office activities in the area of community and economic development. • Be an overall ambassador for the Old Town neighborhood. Employer: Old Town Commercial Association Title: Graphic Design Intern Description: Job requirements include: web, advertising material, flier, poster, festival material, and organizational material design. The design intern will be part of a close-knit office environment, but must be self-directed, motivated, and creative. Putting together advertisements and marketing materials for member businesses and special events. Will work with staff on creating branding material for organization and district.  Qualifications: Must know Adobe programs including but not limited to Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator CONTACT: Brittney Hoszkiw 1232 Turner St. Lansing, Michigan 48906 United States oldtown@oldtownmainstreet.org 517.485.4283

DEVELOPMENT/PR ASSISTANT

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Support the development team with the planning, execution and follow-up of tasks and responsibilities associated with Foundation special events, development initiatives and campaigns.

QUALIFICATIONS:

 Seeking a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Marketing, Business, Communications or related field
 Excellent verbal, written, organizational skills
 Strong interpersonal relational skills
 Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, preferred
 Flexible schedule, some evenings, weekends
 Own transportation, must be able to perform errands, some light lifting
 Understanding the basics of budgets, a plus
 Assistance with campaigns
 Create and distribute Press Releases
 Maintain and update media contact list
 Event Support
 Creative design skills a plus


RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

 Assist with planning, set up, execution and teardown of events or other foundation development functions
 Solicit and obtain silent and live auction items, in-kind donations, services
 Recruit and coordinate volunteers for fund raising activities, events, functions
 Provide support for special events, campaigns or other development initiatives with strong commitment to teamwork
 Coordinate mailings, e-blasts and other forms of development communications
 Represent Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan (Ambassador) at various functions, events, etc
 Other duties as assigned

OTHER INFORMATION:
 Availability – Flexible Hours, 3-4 Days a week. Weekends on special occasions.
 Unpaid
 Must live in Metro Detroit area.

I hope this helps. Please list myself as the main contact. Thank you for all of your help and have a great day!


Scott Ceglarek
Campaign and Corporate Relations Manager
Children's Leukemia Foundation of MI
(w) 248.530.3010
(c). 810.434.8242
sceglarek@leukemiamichigan.org

LACE UP, GRAB A FRIEND ITS TIME FOR A WALK.
Join Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan at The Walk – Grand Rapids (May 1), The Walk- Kensington Metro park (June 5), The Walk – Petoskey (August 14) and The Walk – St. Clair (September 18). For more information on how to register to walk or volunteer please visit www.leukemiamichigan.org or call Kelli at 248.530.3009.

American Cancer Society

InternshipOpportunity


American Cancer Society, Great Lakes Division
Communications Intern- Metro Detroit Office (Southfield)

Ideal candidate will assist communications staff with various internal and external communication efforts including writing of general news materials and event promotions, working with a team to create and edit marketing materials, provide special event support, assist in the conducting of media relations activities, story tracking and earned media reporting.

Qualifications for the position include strong written and verbal communications skills, literacy in Microsoft Office software, strong attention to detail, ability to proof and copy edit, and ability to work within set deadlines. Position would be appropriate for Journalism, Communications, Marketing and Public Relations majors. Prefer at least a 12 week commitment, 20-40 hours per week. *This position is unpaid but offers a flexible schedule for the working student.

The American Cancer Society combines an unyielding passion with nearly a century of experience to save lives and end suffering from cancer. As a global grassroots force of more than three million volunteers, we fight for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. We save lives by helping people stay well by preventing cancer or detecting it early; helping people get well by being there for them during and after a cancer diagnosis; by finding cures through investment in groundbreaking discovery; and by fighting back by rallying lawmakers to pass laws to defeat cancer and by rallying communities worldwide to join the fight. As the nation’s largest non-governmental investor in cancer research, contributing about $3.4 billion, we turn what we know about cancer into what we do. As a result, more than 11 million people in America who have had cancer and countless more who have avoided it will be celebrating birthdays this year. To learn more about us or to get help, call us any time, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345 or visit cancer.org.

Please send resume with cover letter and writing sample to Corinne Petras at Corinne.Petras@cancer.org.

Potter Park Zoo - Graphic/Communications design Intern IMMEDIATE AND THIS SUMMER

Potter Park Zoo is a city of Lansing owned Ingham County operated zoological park.  In accordance with our mission statement, the zoo exhibits over 160 species of animals from around the world to help eduction and conservation efforts.

The design intern will be focused on visitor communications found in and around the zoo.  This includes layout of exhibit and animal signs, design of informational signage, and related duties as assigned.  The intern will create concepts and manage these items all the way through to production.

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and ability to conceptualize projects in their real world application, and a general eye for design and message.

Contact: Jake Pechtel, Art Director
1301 S. Pennsylvania Ave, Lansing, MI 48912
(517) 483-4222
jpechtel@ingham.org

www.potterparkzoo.org

Know Advertising in Royal Oak

Communications department at leading Florida environmental organization seeks intern:

Communications department at leading Florida environmental organization seeks intern:

Must be trustworthy, Internet savvy, have attention to detail, knowledge of social media including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc. Proven writing skills. Able to conduct research and update media lists. Prior internship experience a plus. Great opportunity to contribute to an important cause impacting the state of Florida.

Position would be paid and report to senior director of communications at Everglades Foundation offices in Palmetto Bay. Hours TBD. In addition, intern would be reimbursed for any out-of-pocket expenses such as mileage, etc. Submit resume via e-mail to rgibbs@evergladesfoundation.org

Additional responsibilities include:
• Research (including, but not limited to research of news coverage; data for press materials; competitive research; internal research through appropriate sources)
• Assist with organizing press events, conference calls and conferences
• Build out the Foundation's presence on social networking sites
• Updating materials (i.e. fact sheets, calendars, planning documents, etc.)
• Participate in collective brainstorms for program development
• Loading press releases on the Everglades Foundation website
• Updating press kits
• Answering basic media requests for annual reports, press kits, fact sheets, photographs
• Managing and maintaining photo library
• Compiling and distributing daily clips

Richard Gibbs
Senior Director of Communications
EVERGLADES FOUNDATION
18001 Old Cutler Road, Suite 625
Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
Phone: (305) 251-0001 x235
Cell: (305) 606-6407
Fax: 305-251-0039
E-mail: rgibbs@evergladesfoundation.org
www.evergladesfoundation.org
One Mission. One Priority. Restoring America's Everglades.

Spend the summer on the lake! Leelanau Conservancy Seeks Summer Intern

Leelanau Conservancy Seeks Summer Intern

College students looking to gain some valuable resume-building experience working for a successful non-profit are asked to apply for a full-time summer intern position with the Leelanau Conservancy. “We give our interns a lot of responsibility if they are up to the challenge and they can really get a lot of hands on experience in the workplace,” says Communications Director Carolyn Faught. “Plus, they get the satisfaction of helping to protect this beautiful place.”

Faught says the intern the Conservancy hires will learn about certain aspects of land protection but will also gain experience in marketing and public relations. Job duties include helping to coordinate volunteers, working on the Conservancy’s Annual Picnic and Auction as well as general office duties. Applicant must be college-age with own vehicle. Strong computer skills with basic knowledge of In Design a plus; pleasant phone manner and team-work attitude necessary. Position can begin as early as April 1 through mid-August; flexible dates based on college start and end dates. Send resume to the Leelanau Conservancy, PO Box 1007, Leland, MI 49654 or email to cfaught@theconservancy.com. Deadline for application is February 28, 2010.


Sincerely,
Carolyn Faught
Communications Director, Leelanau Conservancy
231. 256.9665
cfaught@theconservancy.com
PO Box 1007
Leland, MI 49654
www.theconservancy.com

Our mission: Conserving the land, water and scenic character of Leelanau County.