Journalism Internship: In-House (Apply Now)
Position
Journalist Intern
Primary responsibilities
Writing articles for special interest websites
Duties include
- Researching all aspects of related topics and writing articles related to those topics.
- Working with management to identify and prioritize articles.
Skills
- Exceptional knowledge and skill in utilizing Microsoft Office products
- Excellent fast, creative writing and editing skills
- Intermediate knowledge of internet and email
- Demonstrated ability and desire to learn quickly and adapt to change
- Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with minimal management oversight
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Acutely sensitive to deadlines/timelines
Perks
- College Credit with potential for advancement post-degree
- AMAZING work environment; creative relaxed COFFEE SHOP atmosphere
- Close to local college campuses
- COMPLIMENTARY lunches, snacks and beverages
Benefits
- Gain REAL writing EXPERIENCE; Resume builder
- Be a PUBLISHED author across a variety of topics and websites
- Work with seasoned EDITORS to IMPROVE your writing
- CHALLENGE and EDUCATE yourself by meeting deadlines and researching a multitude of topics including: jewelry, sports, fashion, outdoors, automobiles, finances, arts and much more!
- ESTABLISH a sense of what it would be like to FREELANCE for a publication.
- LEARN about INTERNET JOURNALISM, the future of the writing field!!!
Requirements
Candidates: Students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a college or university; Recent graduates interested in gaining writing experience; Persons who have a passion for writing seeking to gain experience. All are welcome and encouraged to apply. We accept 25 interns each term.
Candidates must be able to commit to the following: 10 hours per week minimum, submit 5 articles per week minimum for 15 weeks.
To Apply
Submit your application online: Apply Now
2007
- Applications due August 17th for Fall term (September - December 2007)
2008
- Applications due mid-January for Spring term (January - May 2008)
- Applications due mid-May for Summer term (May - August 2008)
- Applications due mid-August for Fall term (September - December 2008)
Details
The hours are flexible. We offer both in-house and telecommuting opportunities. We are located in Schaumburg, Illinois (NORTHWEST SUBURB of CHICAGO, IL). This role is a great learning opportunity for a candidate who enjoys writing and is seeking a career in any area of writing.
We are an EEO employer.
