English and Communications

Advertising Intern, Re:member Group, Saint Louis Park, MN

Job Description:

• The Re:member group, a full-service loyalty marketing firm specializing in relevant incentive-based loyalty programs, is looking for a business-minded marketing intern
• Interactive Marketing & Communications is moving in fast forward and is the clear future of effective marketing & advertising campaigns
• As the "Arrow Intern", you will learn about and contribute to the interactive communications & marketing department in the following areas: customer loyalty development, permission based email marketing & production, account services, traffic coordination, website content and proofing and editing content
• Responsibilities: a minimum of 20 hours per week during normal business hours, (8:30-5:00) and a minimum of 3 month commitment
• You may use this internship for your internship credit
• We would like to develop your project management skills in interactive communications & marketing
• Here you will learn effective email communications techniques and how to execute interactive emails and website projects
• In addition, there will be various smaller tasks in the areas listed above
• We are a dynamic company and have projects in other departments, (i.e. Creative, Relationship Management, Customer Service, Marketing Research) that will also be available if you are interested
  

Qualifications:

• College student, positive attitude, strong work ethic, and intuitive
• Knowledge of the Internet and Email is essential
• Knowledge of PowerPoint, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, databases, Dreamweaver or other basic HTML content managers are a plus
• Interest in Loyalty Marketing and Permission based Email Marketing a plus
• Must be self-motivated, process improver, and able to handle multi-task in a fast paced environment, quickly embracing, learning and applying new technology and/or procedures
  

Salary/Benefits:

• Unpaid
  

To Apply:
Contact Noah Hatzung with cover letter and resume at 952.224.8018 or noah@remembergroup.com

Education Intern - Online Education, The Loft Literary Center, Minneapolis/Saint Paul, MN

Job Description:

• Research existing online creative writing classes and low-residency creative writing degree programs, including course content, course structure and tuition fees
• Draft an initial feasibility report for the Loft on structuring, launching and marketing online creative writing classes and/or online manuscript critique service
• Assist with Education office duties (handling registrations, clerical work)
• The right person will leave this internship with a portfolio of online market research and draft business plan for launch of a new online educational venture which should strengthen the intern's prospects in the job market or may (with approval of the intern's educational institution) provide credit towards a class or degree
• Hours: 10-15 weekly, Tuesday-Friday
• Time Commitment: September-December
  

Qualifications:

• Online research skills and Excel spread sheet proficiency
• Interest in or experience with new online ventures
• Interest in or experience with developing project budgets
• Ability to work independently and as a member of the Education Team
  

Salary/Benefits:

• Unpaid
  

To Apply:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Shannon McCarville at smccarville@loft.org or call 612.215.2564

Enrichment Travel, The Loft Literary Center, Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• Researching existing travel programs targeted to creative writers, avid readers, book clubs or groups, paying particular attention to structure, fees and marketing
• Draft an initial feasibility report for the Loft on structuring, launching and marketing domestic and international travel programming and packages for writers and readers
• Assist with Education office duties (handling registrations, clerical work)
• The right person will leave this internship with a portfolio of online market research on travel/enrichment offerings for a niche market and draft business plan for launch of a new travel venture which should strengthen the intern's prospects in the job market or may (with approval of the intern's educational institution) provide credit towards a class or degree
• Hours: 10-15 weekly, Tuesday-Friday
• Time Commitment: September-December
  

Qualifications:

• Online research skills and Excel spread sheet proficiency
• Interest in or experience with new nonprofit program ventures
• Interest or experience with developing project budgets
• Ability to work independently and as a member of the Education Team
  

Salary/Benefits:

• Unpaid
  

To Apply:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Shannon McCarville at smccarville@loft.org or call 612.215.2564

Marketing/PR Intern, The Loft Literary Center, Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• Will work with the Loft's Director of Development & Communications and the Events & Volunteer Coordinator on marketing and public relations
• Copywriting (press releases, newspaper ads, posters)
• Internet research
• General clerical support for PR/Marketing program
• 10-20 hours weekly; Tuesday-Friday
• Time Commitment: September-December
  

Qualifications:

• Strong writing and communication skills
• MS Word and Excel proficiency a must
• Experience with graphical design software a plus

Salary/Benefits:

• Unpaid
  

To Apply:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Shannon McCarville at smccarville@loft.org or call 612.215.2564

Program Intern, The Loft Literary Center, Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• This unpaid internship will work with the Loft's Program Team, specifically on the Inroads program for emerging writers of color, and the Equilibrium spoken word series
• Will conduct community outreach and generate publicity for events
• Assist the Associate Program Director in setting up program logistics
• Other duties as assigned (may include data entry and other general office work)
• Hours: 6-10 hours weekly; Tuesday-Friday (occasional Saturday and evening hours)
• Time Commitment: September-December
  

Qualifications:

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently
• Interest in literature and the literacy arts
• Basic MSWord/Excel/Outlook experience
  

Salary/Benefits:

• Unpaid
  

To Apply:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Shannon McCarville at smccarville@loft.org or call 612.215.2564

Programming Intern, KSTP-AM, Saint Paul, MN

Job Description:

• Research news for show material
• Operate production and air studio equipment
• Assist Producer in daily activities
• Write news and event summaries
• Participate in station promotional and marketing activities
• Other duties as assigned
  

Qualifications:

• Must be a student enrolled in a degree program at a trade school, college, or university which will recognize the internship for class credit; pursuing a major in broadcasting, journalism, or communication preferred
• Collaborate and work cooperatively with a team
• Show attention to detail
• Demonstrate an interest and knowledge of current events, news issues and newsmakers
• Dress and present oneself in a professional manner
  

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply:
Human Resources Department; Job#76-08; 3415 University Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55114; Fax: 651.642.4314; email: apply@hbi.com

No telephone calls please

Special Events Intern, Special Olympics Minnesota Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• Be a part of our biggest and most exciting fundraising events for Special Olympics Minnesota, the Polar Bear Plunge!
• The Polar Bear Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics athletes by jumping into frigid Minnesota waters; January through March, 11 plunges across the state give you the chance to be FREEZIN' FOR A REASON!
• Interns will help assist in various aspects of the event from planning and marketing the event, event management, and day of, on site assistance
• A large focus will be working with local schools and colleges as well as corporate organizations, to recruit teams and participants for the events
  

Qualifications:

• An applicant for internship shall be a junior or senior student enrolled in an accredited institution and majoring or specializing in a related field
• The student may arrange the internship through the educational institution on a for-credit basis, but this is not a requirement
• The student shall be available for a minimum of 15 hours per week
  

Salary/Benefits:

• Unpaid
  

To Apply:
Please contact Megan Powell with Job Application and Resume at: powellm@somn.org, www.specialolympicsminnesota.org, PH: 612.604.1285

Marketing  Intern, Fresh & Natural Foods, Shoreview, MN

Job Description:

• This position will help enable a student to fully understand a marketing/advertising department from hands-on learning experience as well as give them a foundation to start his/her career
• The student will work directly under the Marketing Director of Fresh and Natural Foods
• Student must have a prior knowledge of the organic food industry as well as of Fresh and Natural Foods to be prepared to receive a full working experience
• Responsibilities include:
• Assisting with writing newsletter articles
• Promotion of upcoming events
• Marketing to local corporate businesses
• Creating new innovative ideas that can be implemented at store level; researching current trends in the industry; assisting in special projects; sharing in general office duties; producing customer newsletter with guidance; overseeing monthly in-store sales and scheduling classes with practitioners
  

Qualifications:

• Students must be sponsored by an accredited college and be at least a junior or senior level
• Students must have prior written approval from a school professor or counselor who will serve as administrator of this individual's internship program
• Internships positions are non-paid, and for scholastic credit only
• The work hours are based on required amount of hours in a given period
• Students should be pursing communications, journalism, marketing, or other related course work
  

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply:
Contact Danielle Caylor with Job Application, Cover Letter, References, and Transcripts at: danielle@freshandnaturalfoods.com, www.freshandnaturalfoods.com

PR Web Design Internship, Reign Ministries, Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• Assist with improving the quality of our current web deign and function
• The intern would be submitting various designs, content, and graphics for potential use on the website
• The site should meet the explicit needs of the public
• the intern will construct a layout with structure and design
• Enhance the function, quality, and structure of the website
• Evaluate and increase the content of the website
• update web page information
• Maintain the information and capabilities of the site
• This is a volunteer position with the opportunity to raise personal support
• This option will be discussed during the application process
  

Qualifications:

• Should have talent with design and creativity
• Experience in graphic design and Adobe Photo shop is preferred
• Conduct advance writing skills
• Intern does not need website development skills for this position
  

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply:

Contact Steve McHargue with Job Application and References by November 11 at 763.535.9559 ext 716 or at smchargue@reignministires.org.  Visit online at www.reignministries.org.

Photography Internship, Reign Ministries, Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• Accompany Reign missions teams during training and overseas travel to capture pictures of the team's experiences
• If interested, you will have the opportunity to apply for and join a ministry team overseas as a student leader with responsibilities focused on photographing the team's experiences
• There are possibilities to do your internship during the fall, winter, spring and/or summer
• The time of year is up to you, what team(s) you would like to join, and availability
• This position is a great opportunity to help you break into the field of missions
• In general, your responsibilities will require you to capture photos that can be used to communicate to others God's work and movement in the lives of students through Reign Ministries
  
• You must be able to supply all photography equipment
• However, photography supplies will be provided
• Specifically, your responsibilities will be defined with you and subject to your passions, interest, and abilities
• This is a volunteer position with the opportunity to raise personal support
• This option will be discussed during the application process
• If you choose to join a ministry team, you will need to be open to travel overseas with teams for extended periods of time (2 weeks to 10 weeks)
• You will also need to raise your own support the for the trip

Qualifications:

• Experience with photography and has a passion for it
• Must be able to tell the story with photography-photojournalism
• Must be able to capture images without disrupting the context of the program
• Able to capture the ministry's culture and spirit through photography
• Must be willing and able to show others what God is doing throughout the world through the pictures
• Able to operate within rigorous settings and situations during Training Camp and on missions trips
  

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply:

Contact Steve McHargue with Job Application and References by November 11 at 763.535.9559 ext 716 or at smchargue@reignministires.org.  Visit online at www.reignministries.org.

Journalism Internship, Reign Ministries, Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• There are several opportunities in this position
  
• One possibility is to accompany mission's teams to Training Camp in June 2008 to record stories about the teams' experiences
• if interested, you will have the opportunity to apply for and join a ministry team overseas as a student leader with responsibilities focused on writing about the team's experiences
• It is up to you what teams you would like to join (and availability)
• This position is a great opportunity to help you break into the field of missions
• In general your responsibilities will require you to develop one more more journalistic pieces that can be used to communicate to others God's work and movement in the lives of students through Reign ministries
  
• Specifically, your responsibilities will be defined with you and subject to your passions, interest and abilities
• Possible projects include: chronicle the transformation of 10 lives impacted by Reign Ministries
  
• Chronicle Training Camp for reports
• Write an article about Reign Ministries promoting what it does that would qualify for news print
• This is a volunteer position with the opportunity to raise personal support
• This option will be discussed during the application process
• If you choose to join a ministry team, you will need to be open to travel overseas with teams for extended periods of time (2 weeks to 10 weeks)
• You will also need to raise your own support the for the trip

Qualifications:

• It is preferred that you re working towards or have had journalism, creative writing or communication degree
• Must have journalistic/creative writing ambitions and passions
• Able to identify and write compelling stories
• Able to operate within rigorous settings and situations during Training Camp and on missions trips
• Able to gather data, conduct interviews and capture God's work and movement in students' and staff's lives, and communicate the story in an accurate but compelling way.
  

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply:

Contact Steve McHargue with Job Application and References by November 11 at 763.535.9559 ext 716 or at smchargue@reignministires.org.  Visit online at www.reignministries.org.

Public Relations Marketing Internship, Reign Ministries, Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• Responsible for creative and unique ways of reaching our target market and collateral market through online donations
  
• The intern would develop persona artistic ideas and assist in developing a create appeal for online contributions
• Improve the sites' presentation with new creative graphics for a greater appeal
• Potential to reach multiple market segments for online donations
  
• Must have a creative mind and a talent for design
• this is a volunteer position with the opportunity to raise personal support
• This options will be discussed during the application process

Qualifications:

• Should have talent with design and creativity
  
• Should be able to identify the core values of the ministry and communicate the message effectively in a creative manner on the website
  

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply:

Contact Steve McHargue with Job Application and References by November 11 at 763.535.9559 ext 716 or at smchargue@reignministires.org.  Visit online at www.reignministries.org.

Public Relations Internship, Reign Ministries, Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• Doing PR work or Reign in the Twin Cities area and working with the Director of Development to enhance Reign Ministries' public relations
  
• Specifically, your responsibilities will be defined with you and subject to your passions, interest, qualifications and abilities
• Possible Projects: conduct a PR assessment of Reign Ministries and provide a report of deficiencies and sufficiency that can be proposed to Reign
  
• Begin to execute the approved elements of the plan
• This is a volunteer position with the opportunity to raise personal support
• This option will be discussed during the application process

Qualifications:

• Committed to Christian values
• Interested in working with a missions and youth oriented missions organization
  

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply:

Contact Steve McHargue with Job Application and References by November 11 at 763.535.9559 ext 716 or at smchargue@reignministires.org.  Visit online at www.reignministries.org.

Literary Arts Intern, The Loft Literary Center, Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• Structured internships are available every semester at the Loft
• These internships can enhance a participants resume and may be served in conjunction with a particular field of study
• Interns gain a unique hands-on, behind-the-scenes job experience in the nonprofits arts field
  

Qualifications:

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply:

Contact Shannon McCarville with Cover Letter and Resume at 612.2115.2564 or at smccarville@loft.org.  Visit online at www.loft.org.

Book Publishing Intern, Smith House Press, Roseville, MN

Job Description:

• Pleas provide a writing sample to indicate your level of writing skill
• Works with publisher to develop, write and implement market plan for new titles
• Evaluates and improves past marketing activity
• Assists with development and distribution of press kits
• Works with media, bookstores, distributors, dealers, authors, etc.
  
• Develops opportunities for author interviews
  
• Assist in exploring new distribution channels
• Researches new marketing ideas and techniques
• join internet forums and news groups in the same interest field as the book's target market
• Promote book's message and content at every opportunity
• Audit e-mails from people looking for information and answers that our books contain
• Research online bookstores for possible inclusion of our publications: Amazon.com, Bookzone, Bookstack, Barnes and Noble Bookstores, etc.
• Assist with compilation of application and requirements
• Assist website developer where needed
• Research data for future books
• Perform miscellaneous publishing tasks as necessary
  

Qualifications:

• Junior or Senior status
• Interest in and growing knowledge of Internet marketing
  
• College newspaper writing experience or similar publications
• Organizational skills
• Self-starter, eager to learn, curious and able to work independently
  
• Public relation skills, including enthusiasm and energy
  
• Basic computer literacy
  

Salary/Benefits:

• $250 stipend at the end of internship
  

To Apply:

Contact Sybil Smith with Cover Letter, Resume and writing sample at 651.490.9408 or at publisher@smithhouse.com.

Editorial Intern, Great Water Media, Minnetonka, MN

Job Description:

• Paid full and part time internships are available year-round in the editorial department of Great Water Media, publisher of the lifestyle magazines: Lake Minnetonka, Saint Paul Illustrated, Eden Prairie, Woodbury, Edina, Plymouth, Apple Valley, Eagan, Bloomington, Burnsville, Chanhassen, Downtown Minneapolis, CitySouth, St. Croix Valley and Maple Grove; MinnesotaBusiness magazine; and several custom products and publications
• The position involves fact-checking, participating in staff meetings and projects, and some writing for regular departments within the magazines, as well as the opportunity to advance toward feature and personality profile sotry writing
  

Qualifications:

• 3rd year student or older
  

Salary/Benefits:

• $200 stipend
  

To Apply:

Contact Laura Haraldson with cover Letter, Resume, and 3 writing samples at laura.haraldson@pettersgroup.com or at 952.936.5313.

Communications and Public Relations, College Tonight, Inc., Los Angeles, CA

Job Description:

• College Tonight, Inc. is a Los Angeles based company that is seeking student applicants from major college cities across the country
• Interns will have the opportunity to exercise leadership, hoe social skills, gain unparalleled work experience, launch a national marketing campaign and our Lauren Conrad Fashion Tour's Minneapolis showcase, all while earning college credit
• Please note that you must sign up for an internship course with your school in order to receive credit
• If you are interested send email explaining why you would be an ideal candidate for this position
  

Qualifications:

• Must be creative, intelligent, motivated, social, and tech savvy
• Must be comfortable leading and contributing to a team of students and your school and across the state
• Must be a current registered student
  

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply:
Contact: Andrew at ABennink@TheQuad.com with resume or by ph at 323.966.5800 by November 11

Marketing Intern, Points North MN

Job Description:

• Points North is a software product development company providing products and client defined integration software for business, specifically focused in areas of time, attendance and wage calculations
• We are currently seeking an intern to assist in the day to day operations revolving around office administration, communication and marketing
• 4 hrs a day 8:00 – 12:00, but can be negotiated as long as we have set hours

• Responsibilities Include:

  • Completing market research on potential partners and clients
  • Working with the office administrator on day to day activities
  • Working with the marketing manager on day to day activities
  • Work involves various aspects of research to be completed via the web and phone

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong Microsoft Office Skills (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint)

Salary/Benefits:

• $7/hr

To Apply:
Contact Carol Nygaard at: 218.740.3211, cnygaard@points-north.com, www.points-north.com

Corporate Communications Intern, Western National Mutual Insurance Company, Edina, MN

Job Description:

• Western National Insurance Group has a paid internship position with flexible hours for a college student who will assist in developing, maintaining, and managing content on the corporate intranet
  
• Western National Insurance Group is a leading regional Property and Casualty insurance company located in Edina
  

• Responsibilities:

  • This individual will assist as directed in a variety of corporate communication functions including the drafting of press releases and bulletins as well as the design and development of marketing materials
    

Qualifications:

• Requirements include excellent written and verbal communication skills, creative and innovative thinker, proficiency in MS Word
  
• Must be at least a junior majoring in Communications, English, Journalism, or closely related major
  
• Some experience with HTML or web content management software is preferred
  

Salary/Benefits:

• $
  

To Apply:
For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume and a cover letter to hrmail@wnins.com, fax 952.921.3159, or mail to: Western National Insurance Co, Attn: Human Resources, 5350 W. 78th Street, Edina, MN 55439

Intern Weekend America, American Public Media, St. Paul, MN

Job Description:

• From people who created the nation's most successful business program Marketplace, an opportunity to work on a new program
• Weekend America is committed to providing valuable public radio production experiences to interested and qualified intern candidates
  
• We believe it is our responsibility to assist beginning journalists in developing their production skills and enhance their understanding of public radio broadcast journalism
  
• For a complete list of Position responsibilities, please visit the website listed below

Qualifications:

• Must have the ability to write, meet deadlines and work independently
  
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products with the ability to learn new software programs
  
• Self-starter and appetite for learning radio
• Strong research and copy editing skills
  
• Detail-oriented
  
• For a complete list of the Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities, please visit the website listed below

To Apply:
Apply online at americanpublicmedia.publicradio.org/careers/ and click on the Job Openings link. Click on the Intern, Weekend America job opening 504-09 to apply submit a resume and cover letter. In addition to completing the online application, email a resume and cover letter to jobs@mpr.org

Book Publishing Intern, Smith House Press, Roseville, MN

Job Description:

• Works with publisher to develop, write and implement market plan for new titles
  
• Evaluates and improves past marketing activity
• Assists with development and distribution of press kits
  
• Works with media, bookstores, distributors, dealers, authors, etc.
• Develops opportunities for author interviews
  
• Assists in exploring new distribution channels
  
• Researches new marketing ideas and techniques
  
• Join Internet forums and news groups in the same interest field as the book's target market
  
• Promote book's message and content at every opportunity
  
• Audit e-mails from people looking for information and answers that our books contain
  
• Research online bookstores for possible inclusion of our publications: Amazon.com, Bookzone, Bookstack, Barnes and Noble Bookstores, etc.
• Assist with complication of application  and requirements
  
• Assist website developer where needed
  
• Research data for future books
  
• Perform miscellaneous publishing tasks as necessary
  

Qualifications:

• Junior of senior status
  
• interest in and growing knowledge of Internet marketing
  
• College newspaper writing experience or similar publications
  
• Organizational skills
  
• Self-starter, eager to learn, curious, and able to work independently
  
• Public relation skills, including enthusiasm and energy
  
• Basic computer literacy
  

Salary/Benefits:

• $250 stipend at end of internship
  

To Apply:
Contact Sybil with Cover Letter, Resume, and Writing Sample (please provide a writing sample to indicate your level of writing skills) by ph at 651.490.9408 or email at publisher@smithhouse.com

Development Intern, Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN

Job Description:

• About ILCM:

  • The mission of the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota is to provide quality immigration legal services and law-related education to meet the steadily increasing needs of Minnesota's growing immigrant and refugee communities.  We work to support a fair and just immigration process that keeps the American dream alive, embodies the rule of law, and strengthens families and communities across Minnesota.  Our goals include remedying legal problems with immigration legal services, preventing legal problems with law-related education to immigrants and refugees, and encouraging immigration policies that are practical and compassionate.

• Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • The Development Intern supports the development functions with donor data management, proposal and report preparation, correspondence, and filing in support of the programs at the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota

  • Duties will include:

    • Assist in the implementation of the annual development plan including prospecting and maintaining a development calendar
    • Assist in the proposal and grant report preparation
    • In coordination with the Office Manager, populate and maintain the contact database
      
    • Assist in the annual individual donor campaign
    • Internship duties can be flexible, and efforts will be made to match the interests and skills of the intern to projects they find interesting and helpful to their studies
      

• Terms of Internship:

  • The internship will be four months, 10-15 hours per week or more depending on the needs of the student
    
  • After four months the intern and ILCM will discuss possibility of extending internship depending on needs and interest of both the intern and the organization
    
  • ILCM prioritizes long-term volunteers who gain skills and experience during their time at ILCM, enabling them to more fully contribute
    

Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
  
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and to meet deadlines
  

Salary/Benefits:

• Unpaid
• College credit may be arranged through your school
  

To Apply:
Send resume and cover letter to ILCM volunteer coordinator at: immigrantlawcenter@gmail.com
For more information about position duties and requirements, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota, 450 N. Syndicate St, Suite 175, St. Paul, MN 55104

New Media Intern, American Public Media, St. Paul, MN

Job Description:

• The New Media Intern will develop the online presence of the Weekend America program
• The Intern will spend 15-20 hours per week writing, editing, and proofing copy, selecting and processing images and audio, editing the Web site, and developing multimedia content
  
• For a complete list of Position responsibilities, please visit the website listed below

Qualifications:

• Excellent language skills including writing and proof reading
  
• Fluent computer skills
  
• Ability to work efficiently with limited direct supervision
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues in multiple departments/divisions
• Ability to maintain productive and positive communication with co-workers
• Comfort with basic HTML
• Comfort with intermediate Photoshop use
  
• Some journalism experience a plus
  
• For a complete list of the Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities, please visit the website listed below

To Apply:
Apply online at americanpublicmedia.publicradio.org/careers/ and click on the Job Openings link. Click on the Intern, New Media, WeAm job opening 501-09 to apply and submit a resume and cover letter. In addition to completing the online application, email a resume and cover letter to jobs@mpr.org

Intern, Speaking of Faith, American Public Media, St. Paul, MN

Job Description:

• Assist with radio and online production for Speaking of Faith- public radio's award-winning national weekly program about religion, meaning, ethic, and ideas
• This part-time internship offers the opportunity to learn basic production skills as part of a creative team in a highly-collaborative environment
  
• For a complete list of Position responsibilities, please visit the website listed below

Qualifications:

• College students are encouraged to apply and may take the internship for course credit
  
• For a complete list of the Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities, please visit the website listed below

To Apply:
Apply online at americanpublicmedia.publicradio.org/careers/ and click on the Job Openings link. Click on the Intern, Speaking of Faith job opening 502-09 to apply and submit a resume and cover letter. In addition to completing the online application, email a resume and cover letter to jobs@mpr.org

Twin Cities Live Intern, KSTP-TV, Twin Cities, Live, Hubbard Broadcast, Inc., St. Paul, MN

Job Description:

• Primary duties consist of but may not be limited to: researching stories, prepping the studio, logging field tapes, helping find studio audience members, updating the website, and assisting producers with other various tasks
• Opportunity to assist on field shoots and interact with the guests
• May be asked to assist with promotional show events outside the building 
  

Qualifications:

• Must be a student enrolled in a degree program at a trade school, college, or university which recognizes internship for a class credit
  
• A self starter and thrive under the pressure of strict deadlines
•  Excellent research and writing skills and the ability to work effectively in a team
• A passion for local programming and storytelling is critical
• Working knowledge of the internet and strong computer skills are essential
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license and safe driving record preferred (driving record may be checked)
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.  The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions
  

Salary/Benefits:

• Hourly
  

To Apply:
Human Resources Department, Job# 67-08, 3415 University Ave., St. Paul, MN 55114; Fax 651.642.4314; Email apply@hbi.com; No Telephone Calls Please

Fundraising and Marketing Intern, Wishes and More, Fridley, MN

Job Description:

• Wishes and More is a fairly new wish granting organization in Minnesota
  
• We grant wishes to children between birth and age 19 who have been diagnosed with a terminal or life-threatening condition
  
• Wishes may be related to travel, gift items, celebrity meets, or vocations for a day
  
• We are looking for a special intern to work with our Fundraising and Marketing Associate
  
• This intern will obtain work experience with a non-profit organization and will support office personnel in all areas of Fundraising and Marketing
  

• Responsibilities:

  • Research and write articles for Website and Newsletter on wishes and events
    
  • Update Website
    
  • Compose press releases
    
  • Assist in a variety of marketing/public relations projects
    
  • Assist in event planning
    
  • Assist in outreach programs
    
  • Assist in "Teens4kids" programs
    
  • Answer phones
  • Other duties as assigned
    

Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft office computer programs
• Strong writing skills
  
• Detailed organizational skills
  
• Skillful listening skills
  
• The ability to work independently
  
• Career interest in non-profit organization
• Willing to accept a variety of tasks
• Positive attitude
  
• Journalism, Marketing, Fundraising, Public Relations or Communications coursework preferred
  

To Apply:
Contact Marlene with Cover Letter and Resume by ph at 763.502.1500 or by fax at 763.502.4707 or by email at marlene.wesen@wishesandmore.org
Application Deadline: January 2009
Wishes and More's website: www.wishesandmore.org

Sales/Marketing Internship, FOX KMSP, Eden Prairie, MN

Job Description:

• KMSP FOX 9/WFTC My 29 is seeking a student interested in learning the ins and outs of television marketing and promotions
• This position will implement sales promotions and coordinate work events with FOX 9 and My 29 advertisers
• During this internship students will have hands on experience with the full production of large scale marketing promotions and events
• You will be exposed to the television sales environment
• Must have strong Microsoft Office skills, great attention to detail, flexible schedule and an outgoing personality
• Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends; Full-time (35+ hours/week)
  

Qualifications:

• Students must receive college credit in order to participate in this program
  

Salary/Benefits:

• This is an unpaid internship for current students
  

To Apply:
Please email resume and cover letter to Danielle.schultz@foxtv.com or mail to: KMSP FOX9/WFTC My 29, 11358 Viking Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344

News Interns (3) p/t - Fall 2008, Hubbard Broadcasting Inc, KSTP-FM, Administrative, St. Paul, MN

Job Description:

• –Learn the daily operation of the news department
• Develop and initiate search for stories on a daily basis
• Conduct and gather information on various stories to set up for reporters, photographers, and producers
• Maintain a friendly attitude; work closely with new managers, assignment desk staff, producers, etc.
• Oversee hand-off information to other staff daily; Establish and maintain positive lines of communication with all KSTP team members
• Perform other tasks as perceived or assigned, that contribute to the achievement of department and station goals
• Fall Semester News Internships are available in the following areas: Sports & News (2)
  

Qualifications:

• –Must be a student enrolled in a degree program at a trade school, college, or university which will recognize the internship for class credit; pursuing a major in broadcasting, journalism, or communication preferred; in addition the following abilities are necessary:

  • Understand, interpret, and communicate information about news events to staff
  • Good interpersonal skills a must; excellent command of the English language
  • judge appropriateness of on-air material according to FCC, community, and station standards
  • Read and interpret documents such as wire copy, articles, and professional journals
  • Read and operate a computer; working knowledge of the internet is essential
  • Work in a fast-paced, high stress, loud, busy and high performance environment
  • Answer telephones, operate television equipment, computers, and two-way radios
  • Write and communicate well
    

Salary/Benefits:

• $
  

To Apply:
Apply to: Human Resources Department, Job #61-08, 3415 University Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55114, Fax:651.642.4314, apply@hbi.com, No Telephone Calls Please

Training Specialist, MRC, Minneapolis, MN

Job Description:

• This position is responsible for training MRC's Business and Education Training Courses

• Primary Responsibilities:

  • Instructs MRC Business and Education Training Courses

    • Acts as a classroom trainer for MRC's Computer Training Courses in Intro to PC, Windows, Microsoft Office Professional Software and Internet
    • Trains other business related areas including but not limited to: Employment Preparation (Study Skills, Workplace Skills and Life Management Skills); Customer Service and Effective Communication; Job Seeking Skills; Business Writing; Clerical Skills; Dialect Modification/Accent Reduction and Vocabulary
    • Writes progress reports and hands completed reports over to MRC's Training Services Manager
    • Administers and grades all exams
    • Discusses areas of improvement with students and appropriate manager
    • Handles problems or issues and refers to the appropriate manager as needed
    • Assists with scheduling and oversees tutorial labs and Internet for the job seeker training

  • Instructs one to one trainings on-site and off-site

    • Contacts student and sets schedule
    • Prepares and sends letter and schedule to student and referring counselor
    • Writes progress reports and hands completed reports over to MRC's Training Services Manager

  • Other miscellaneous training duties

    • Tutors students as needed
    • Oversees the training areas and keeps labs clean and orderly
    • Assists in the training of new training staff
    • Assist in the development of new training courses as needed
    • Assists in the preparation of upcoming training courses
    • Assist in the revisions of training materials as needed
  • Attends all staff meetings
    

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Two-Four year degree in Education, Business, or other related degree
• Computer literate in Windows 98, 2000 and XP, Microsoft Office Professional 2000/2003/2007 (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook), Typing Software and Internet
• Two years of training experience
• Experience working with adults and disabilities, immigrants, veterans and persons transitioning off of public assistance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve quickly
  

Salary/Benefits:

To Apply:
MRC, 1900 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404, PH: 612.752.8138

Marketing Internship, National Journalism Center, Washington, DC

Job Description:

• The National Journalism Center is seeking two Marketing Interns for it's upcoming sessions
• This position is an excellent opportunity for people to gain valuable experience in marketing and recruiting
• One intern will be hired for recruiting and marketing purposes for our internship program, and the other intern will work with Alumni Relations and marketing to NJC graduates
• In addition to real-world experience, interns are exposed to prominent DC journalists and public policy experts, as well as provided journalism training and participate in current event a public policy experts, as well as provided journalism training and participate in current event and public policy discussions
• Please visit our website for session dates, application deadlines and more information

• Sample Job Responsibilities include:

  • Write, design and post ads on various job websites and college boards
  • Write press releases and make media contacts for intern placements
    
  • Work with the rest of the office staff on implementing new marketing strategies
  • Work with staff in developing new recruiting strategies to reach potential interns
  • Attend events and media related functions to make contacts with potential placement
    
  • Work with YAF and NJC staff on improving and redesigning the website
  • Handle day to day office tasks that may come up
  • Assist office staff with various projects as the semester goes on
  • Conduct screening interviews with applicants and write recommendation proposals accordingly
    

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Qualifications:

• This applicant should possess the following qualities: Great interpersonal communication skills
• Self starter
• Great work ethic
• Professional attitude and mentality
• Understanding of Non-profits and recruiting strategies
• Marketing experience or knowledge of different marketing strategies
• Excellent writing ability
  
• Rising Junior, Seniors, Recent Graduates and Graduate students are encouraged to apply
• Applicants are not required to be marketing majors; it is preferred to have some exposure to journalism and communications
  

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Salary/Benefits:

• $1200/month
  

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To Apply:
Please supply Job Application, Cover Letter, Resume, References, and writing samples to: Lauren Smith, lsmith@yaf.org, njc.yaf.org, PH: 202.628.1490

KS95 Production Interns - Fall 2008, Hubbard Broadcasting Inc, KSTP-FM, Administrative, St. Paul, MN

Job Description:

• –Assists in imaging and commercial production for KS95 by use of studio equipment, digital editing, and other studio processing equipment
• Voice-track as simulated on-air shift at KS95
• Write/produce your own imaging promo(s) to run on KS95
• Gather audio bytes to use on air via street interviews, to put together listener testimonials
  

Qualifications:

• –Must be a student enrolled in a degree program at a trade school, college, or university which will regognize the internship for class credit
• Must have an interest in the radio industry
• Attention to detail
• Interest & knowledge of current events/pop culture
• Ability to grasp digital recording techniques and operating procedures
• Ability to think creatively and put ideas into recorded form
• Dress and act in a professional manner; report to work as scheduled
  

Salary/Benefits:

• $
  

To Apply:
Apply to: Human Resources Department, Job #60-08, 3415 University Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55114, Fax:651.642.4314, apply@hbi.com, No Telephone Calls Please

Grassroots Solutions Intern, Grassroots Solutions, MN

Job Description:

• A National consulting firm based in Minnesota, specializing in grassroots advocacy, organizing, training, targeting, and political field consulting.  Since 1999, we have helped nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, labor unions, companies, government agencies, and political campaigns achieve their grassroots objectives
• Our services include grassroots targeting, developing customized grassroots plans, training, ongoing strategic consulting, and troubleshooting
• Administrative & Data Management: organizing, filing, and maintaining training materials, working to create an archive system for past and present project files, assembling training and presentation materials, helping to implement a new database coding system, providing data quality control, inputting data gathered from research
• Marketing & Research:  activities are varied to reflect the nature of the product or service, putting together marketing packets and keeping stock of brochures and inserts, writing drafts of content for the website, drafting phone scripts for client projects, researching issues, candidates, races nationwide, reading articles and publications to extract information about marketing events or issues
• Organizing: may include turnout phone calls for events, phone bank coordination, volunteer recruitment, and assistance with logistics for events

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Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of MSOffice
• Flexibility
• Good written and oral communication skills, 15-hour/week minimum commitment during fall/winter year and 20-hour/week minimum commitment during summer (schedule flexible).
• Applicants from diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply
  

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To Apply:
Will soon be accepting applications for fall internship (September - December 2008).  Please send resume and cover letter to Paula Fynboh at paula@grassrootssolutions.com or apply on line at www.thedatabank.com/dpg/113hire/