Internship Opportunities
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SUMMARY

The intern will work with team members in various capacities that may include writing projects such as articles for newsletters, press releases and website; assist with customer database and direct mail campaigns. The intern will be exposed to many aspects of the organization and participate at various events and programs.The intern will also carry out additional duties as assigned by the department manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Research and write articles for newsletters, publications, website or other communication vehicles.

- Assists media relations/public relations manager in developing press releases and working with media on various news stories.

- Participates in planning, organizing and implementation of community events and programs that promote the organization and services.  Some nights and weekends may apply.

- Helps document marketing efforts, media coverage and track success of events.

- Provides administrative support to marketing department to include but not limited to meeting coordination, telephone back up support and other duties as required.

- Communicates effectively with supervisor and other marketing staff in a courteous and respectful manner.

QUALIFICATIONS

Should be a college junior or senior in good academic standing. Interest in pursuing a career in marketing, communications, public relations or other related field a plus. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Must have good organizational skills. Experience organizing events a plus. Because of interaction with various internal and external departments, position requires someone who will maintain a professional working relationship with all members of the department and other departments within the system, serving as a courteous and responsive resource for information. 

COMPENSATION

Non-paid internship experience. Class credit available pending college requirements. Opportunities available throughout the year.

CONTACT

Nikole Montalbano, APR, Marketing & Public Relations Coordinator; nmontalbano@stmarysofmichigan.org

Please submit cover letter, resume and a writing sample.

- Part-time, paid internship; 10 hours per week, to be arranged.

- This position is a qualified internship for IPR 555 (300 hours).

- Candidates must be available to start on our about August 12th, 2013.  Preference will be given to those who can continue through May, 2014.

- Familiarity with music terminology preferred, but not required. 

DUTIES:

- Helps create, manage and package news and event information to multiple print, electronic, and on-line outlets. This includes on-line events management on the SOM website and the CMU Events Calendar.

- Designs and assists in placement of advertising for the school, using InDesign and Photoshop software. Will often work independently and on deadline.

- Will be expected to help design and edit special publications (i.e. high profile programs, newsletters, posters, and so forth); competence in manipulating artwork, photos, and CMU logos is essential.  MUST have completed JRN 302

- Is the on-line editor for the School of Music Facebook page, and will track and be responsible for all social media related activities for the SOM. 

- Must be able to write adequately at a first draft level.  Finished press-release quality work expected by completion of internship.  

- This position is also part of the over-all Music School office support structure, assisting with other projects as needed.   Maintaining FileMaker Pro databases and working with Excel is also expected.  Experience with FileMaker is not required, but willingness to learn is essential.

Interested parties should send a résumé and cover letter via email to: 

John Jacobson

Director, Music Events

School of Music

Jacob3ja@cmich.edu

The Office of Student Life promotes holistic development, learning and engagement by partnering with students to provide enriching co-curricular experiences. It is our goal to provide CMU students with healthy and safe opportunities that will connect them to Central Michigan University and enhance their college experience. The Office of Student Life is home to Student Organizations, Student Activities & Fraternity & Sorority Life.

Qualifications: Experience in developing and managing an online presence in various social media platforms, creativity, significant leadership experience and strong communication (oral & written) skills.  Must be able to make professional presentations as needed. 

Compensation: $1,000 annual stipend (paid in two (2) increments of $500 @ the end of each semester). 

Position Overview: The successful candidate will oversee and manage the online presence of the Office of Student Life.

Responsibilities:

- Creating and implementing a social media plan that includes Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Instagram & other emerging social media platforms.

- Daily posts that are creative and relevant to CMU students

- Develop campaigns to promote the Office of Student Life’s social media presence

- Develop strategies that will increase student engagement in Office of Student Life programs/opportunities

- Monitor social media analytics and provide monthly reports

- Assist with departmental marketing efforts

- Conduct assessments to evaluate effectiveness of efforts

- Other duties as assigned​

For more information, contact Damon Brown (brown2dm@cmich.edu) in the Office of Student Life.  Please submit resume by May 3, 2013.

The Office of Student Life promotes holistic development, learning and engagement by partnering with students to provide enriching co-curricular experiences. It is our goal to provide CMU students with healthy and safe opportunities that will connect them to Central Michigan University and enhance their college experience. The Office of Student Life is home to Student Organizations, Student Activities & Fraternity & Sorority Life.

Qualifications: Experience in developing and implementing a marketing plan for an organization. A successful candidate should be a junior or senior with a background in marketing or public relations. The candidate should also have significant leadership experience, be organized and possess strong communication (oral & written) skills. Must be able to make professional presentations.

Compensation: $2,000 annual stipend (paid in four (4) increments of $500 @ the middle and end of each semester).  Employment begins on Monday, August 12.

Position Overview: The successful candidate will oversee and manage the online presence of the Office of Student Life. Must be able to work a minimum of 10 hours/ week.

Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement a marketing plan for the Office of Student Life

- Website management

- Coordinate promotional efforts for all activities and programs that are sponsored by the Office of Student Life

- Assist the Social Media Coordinator in documenting office programs and upload to Youtube and/or Facebook

- Develop informational campaigns (digital & print) for all program areas

- Monitor website and social media analytics and provide monthly reports

- Assist with other departmental marketing efforts

- Conduct assessment & evaluation of marketing effectiveness

- Other duties as assigned

For more information, contact Damon Brown (brown2dm@cmich.edu) in the Office of Student Life.  Please submit resume by May 3, 2013. 


ZERO DAY SEEKS SUMMER INTERNS

Zero Day is functioning as a community development entity, a job incubator, and a provider of quality affordable housing. We are providing ACCREDITED vocational training, life skills mentoring, job coaching and placement, as well as entrepreneurial opportunities for Veterans to become business owners. 

Zero Day is looking to hire summer interns to help launch this exciting project. Students studying journalism, public relations, graphic design, political science, history, and most social sciences are ideal for this position; although any interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

The areas of expertise of Zero Day trainers include:

- Comprehensive residential/commercial construction

- Historical preservation

- Hazardous material abatement and mold remediation

- “Green” real estate development

- Brownfield property redevelopment

- Affordable Housing

- Downtown Mixed-Use development

- Adaptive Reuse 

Intern Job Responsibilities Will Include:

- Drafting press releases

- Distributing press releases to media and follow-up

- Event-planning and Coordination

- Basic website editing and development

- Developing, Implementing and Coordinating Zero Day’s social media campaign

- Drafting company newsletters

- Managing Zero Day database of contacts

- Designing Zero Day materials in Adobe Illustrator and Acrobat

- Project photography and journalism

- Participate in grant writing projects

While this internship starts out unpaid, there is a high potential for a job offer at the end of the internship.

To apply please submit your resume to Kelly Bernero at Kbernero@gmail.com. Questions? Call her at (517) 648-8906.


DETROIT VISITORS BUREAU SEEKS EVENT PLANNER

The Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau is a non-profit organization that markets and sells the Detroit metropolitan region to business and leisure visitors in order to maximize economic impact. In collaboration with our partners, stakeholders and customers, our purpose is to champion the continuous improvement of the region as a dynamic and memorable destination. 

Title: Intern, Event Planner 2013 Internship Opportunity

Location: 211 W. Fort Street, Suite 1000, Detroit, MI 48226                                                      

Compensation: $8.00 per hour, 20-25 hrs per week.  We prefer students be eligible to receive credit through the college or university in which he/she is currently enrolled.

Description: The internship will focus primarily on projects and activities related to special event planning and familiarization trips. The student will work closely with members of the Services team to achieve the goals of the department.   The internship offers experience in:

- The logistical planning and execution of special events and familiarization tours, (including site visits & meetings, coordination with vendors beginning with the bid process, accompanying clients during specialized tours, data processing related to event management).

- Various hospitality industry related terminology and practices.

- Elements of how to plan & execute successful events.

- Providing excellent customer service in person, by phone or by email.

Additional Opportunities:

- Develop business writing skills

- Professionally represent the DMCVB at industry and association meetings

- Create and maintain files and data

- Answer, screen and process telephone calls

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Important Characteristics:

- Good interpersonal and organizational skills

- Good oral and written communication skills Self motivated individual who works well independently

- Ability to handle and prioritize projects

- Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude in a business environment

- Maintain dependable, consistent and acceptable attendance based agreed upon committed schedule


Minimum Qualifications:

- Undergraduate college student (completed at least two years in program)

- Must be eligible to receive credit toward his/her degree program

- Ability to commit at least 20 hours per week

- Interest in non-profit organizations, tourism, hospitality industry, operations management, project management, event planning, or business administration

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows XP

- Ability to clearly express thoughts, ideas and concepts in oral and written English

- Strong preference for students who have successfully completed coursework relating to event planning, hospitality industry, and/or tourism.

Send resume and cover letter to:

             ATTN: Human Resources

             careers@visitdetroit.com

             Fax: 313.202.1812


SPECIAL OLYMPICS MICHIGAN SEEKS PR INTERN

Assists the Public Relations Department with overall PR activities of Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) to help strengthen SOMI’s presence in the state and build awareness about the programs and fundraisers. *Please note that this is an unpaid internship. Some weekend work will be required.

Qualifications
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint)
  • Writing skills (A.P. style required)
  • Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and In Design preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal skills a must
  • Web, photography and videography skills a plus
  • Ability to work independently when PR staff is out of the office required
General PR Internship Duties
  • Assist with media relations: prepare press releases, media alerts, fact sheets, media lists, etc. and conduct media pitches for SOMI events
  • Writing for publications, the website and eSpirit electronic newsletter
  • Interview athletes, coaches, volunteers, sponsors etc.
  • Graphic design for publications and collateral
  • Researching/updating master media list
  • Assist in special event planning and in promotion/PR planning for events
  • Facebook updates
  • Log media impressions
  • Attend SOMI events to help with set-up, photography, media relations, etc.
  • Occasionally assist other departments for teamwork
  • Research projects
  • Rarely but occasionally assist at front desk

Qualities:

As an intern for Special Olympics Michigan you will represent our organization in the public and with media relations.  The following are expectations in this position:

-Excellent attendance                           -Patience

-Positive attitude                                 -Desire to learn

-Appropriate attire                               -Flexibility

-Teamwork                                         -Willing to go the extra mile

-Helpful nature                                    -Initiative

-Considerate                                       -Creativity

-Professional                                       -Respective

 

Tracking Work Progress

 

·  Should keep a general log of activities

·  Meet as needed to discuss how things are going

·  Evaluation meeting mid-semester and end of employment

·  Attendance at staff meetings and other meetings with PR director

 

A public relations internship with Special Olympics Michigan is very hands-on, rewarding, dynamic, fun and challenging.  There is a variety of things to do. You will learn a lot and have very meaningful experiences.  We ask that if you make the commitment you follow through with it. 

For more information, or to apply for an internship position (only resumes complete with a cover letter, writing samples or other work samples and schedule of availability will be considered), contact:

 Erin Dougherty

Marketing & Development Manager

Office:  (989) 774-6278

Cell:  (773) 458-0292

Email:  dough1ek@cmich.edu


ADVERTISING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERNSHIP

Description

This position requires knowledge and application of various creative applications and publishing tools. Applicant will be called upon to assist owner with positioning his law practice in the immediate surrounding Mid-Michigan area. In addition, the intern will contribute and assist with composition of a monthly newsletter.  Applicant must be a good communicator, willing to speak in public, and possess good writing skills.

Applicant will be asked to assist in the creation of a marketing campaign, and see it through the implementation phase. Applicant will also be required to maintain social media accounts, draft and submit press releases, create marketing materials, and participate in marketing meetings with local business professionals.   

Applicant must possess basic computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Hours

30-40 hrs/wk

Starting around May 1, 2013 – Ending around August 1, 2013

Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of internship.


Send cover letter and resume to:

David Barberi

2305 Hawthorn Dr.

Suite C

Mt. Pleasant, MI 48848

(989) 773-3423; drbarberi@jtbpc.com

The Office of Study Abroad has a Marketing/Public Relations position available for the 2013/14 academic year. 

Interested applicants are asked to submit a letter of interest, resume, three portfolio samples (examples include writing, design and social media) and list of three references to: Sarah Barnard, Study Abroad Advisor, Office of Study Abroad, Ronan 330, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan 48859 or by email to studyabr@cmich.edu.


Woodland Hospice is a non-profit organization that provides end of life care to people in the central Michigan region.The care is provided in their homes, hospital, nursing home, assisted living and hospice house. We have served the area since 1984.

Woodland Hospice is seeking individuals with a positive attitude and lots of energy who would like to work in a compassionate, positive, and fun environment.

Duties/Responsibilities: Assist with press releases, planning events, writing publicity flyers, quarterly newsletters, work on fundraisers, design pamphlets, help with organization’s public image, etc. Work with Marketing Coordinator to increase referrals to Hospice. Make community presentations, seek out and attend organizations community events.

Supervision/critiques the intern will receive: Intern will receive direction from supervisor on expectations and tasks to be accomplished on a daily basis. The intern will be responsible to keep the supervisor current on his/her activities. Intern will be expected to fill out daily time sheets.

Compensation: There will be no financial compensation for the intern. The supervisor will be more than happy to provide the intern with a letter of reference if requested.

Requirements: Upon accepting internship at Woodland Hospice, intern must attend the next available Volunteer Training.

Location: Woodland Hospice and Morey Bereavement Center is located at 2597 S. Meridian Rd.  Go 4 miles West on High St. to S. Meridian Rd. (Alwood Nursery on corner). Turn right (north) onto S. Meridian Rd, go ½ mile, HH is on the right side (east side). Long asphalt drive. You may enter in the front door.

Contact Person: Melanie Muir, Marketing Coordinator, Melanie@woodlandhospice.com, (989) 773-6137

Position serves as the Intern to the Cultural Arts Specialist and the Sales & Events Coordinator for the Ziibiwing Center (ZC). The Website & Copy Write Intern position will be responsible for writing clear, concise, informative, and persuasive copy for advertising materials including website, direct mail, promotional materials, and special projects as assigned. This position requires strong writing and editing skills, the ability to communicate in both a verbal and non-verbal manner, and a self-motivated individual that readily accepts new
challenges with a positive attitude.


Eligibility for the Website & Copy Write Internship includes the college student being a signed major, having a C or better in all classes in the program, junior/senior standing (the completion of 56 credit hours) and having the approval of the Internship Coordinator.  The Website & Copy Write Internship is a non-paid position. All candidates will be interviewed. Only one student per semester will receive the internship.


The interns schedule will be determined by the number of credit hours (3 or 6 credit hours) they wish to receive and the number of weeks they are available to work. Weekly schedules will be assigned on a monthly basis. The Ziibiwing Center understands that each credit hour is equivalent to 50 work hours.


ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•     Monitor the Ziibiwing Center website and ZC’s presence on the “landing site” and “Saginaw Chippewa Indian
Tribe website”
•     Responsible for writing clear, concise, informative, and persuasive copy for advertising materials including the website, direct mail, promotional materials, and special projects as assigned.
•     Review and edit copy
•     Interact with Ziibiwing Center employees to research information
•     Present research data in an effective manner to the management staff
•     Interact with other Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribal employees/departments and the public in a professional manner
•     Research other websites for content, design, and services. Report information to Cultural Arts Specialist and Sales & Events Coordinator
•     Responsible for meeting deadlines
•     Must be knowledgeable about all services, events, and personnel of the ZC
•     Assist and work events that occur during your internship term
•     Other duties as assigned


WORK ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY HAZARDS:
Frequent use of hands, fingers as associated with computer use.  Some driving required.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be 18 years of age.  Journalism, English, and Communications major preferred. Must demonstrate excellent Interpersonal communication skills. Possess and demonstrate high level of organizational skills in time management, ability to work with a team, office protocol, and procedures.  Ability to manage multiple tasks. Must have a keen understanding and respect of Anishinabek cultural and the mission of the Ziibiwing Cultural Center.


To apply, contact:

Esther Helms
Cultural Arts Graphic Design Specialist

Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture & Lifeways

6650 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

Email: eshelms@sagchip.org

Phone: (989) 775-4756

Position serves as the Intern to the Sales and Events Coordinator for the Ziibiwing Center (ZC). All visitors will receive excellent customer service from this division whether it be a phone call for bookings, marketing request, special event, special guest, workshop or questions about the Ziibiwing Center or the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe. The Marketing & Events Intern position will be responsible for developing marketing plans, enhancing events and following through with marketing endeavors dealing with special events and programming.


Eligibility for the Marketing & Events Internship includes the college student being a signed major, having a C or better in all classes in the program, junior/senior standing (the completion of 56 credit hours) and having the approval of the Internship Coordinator. The Marketing & Events Internship is a non-paid position.  All candidates will be interviewed. Only one student per semester will receive the internship.


The interns schedule will be determined by the number of credit hours (3 or 6 credit hours) they wish to receive and the number of weeks they are available to work. Weekly schedules will be assigned on a monthly basis. The Ziibiwing Center understands that each credit hour is equivalent to 50 work hours.


ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•     Assist and work events that occur during your internship term
•     Write dynamic and creative marketing plans for the assigned events
•     Responsible for implementing marketing plans and meeting deadlines
•     Assist with the membership drives
•     On occasion, work as a Visitor Service Representative and provide excellent customer service
•     Research target markets for upcoming marketing campaigns, collaboratives, and public programs
•     Assist with direct marketing to local businesses. Will need a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
•     Assist with the marketing plan development for upcoming events, cooperatives, and educational workshops
•     Troubleshoot or solve problems in an efficient manner
•     Monitor and collect research surveys, comment cards (verbal and written) for review to ensure that the guest has received a positive experience
•     Communicate with internal ZC departments to coordinate schedules and events
•     Must be knowledgeable about all services, events, and personnel of the ZC
•     Other duties as assigned


WORK ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY HAZARDS:
Frequent use of hands, fingers as associated with computer use. Some driving required.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be 18 years of age. Marketing, Public Relations, Business, or Communications major. Must demonstrate excellent Interpersonal communication skills. Possess and demonstrate high level of organizational skills in time management, ability to work with a team, office protocol, and procedures. Ability to manage multiple tasks. Must have a keen understanding and respect of Anishinabek cultural and the mission of the Ziibiwing Cultural Center.


To apply, contact:

Esther Helms
Cultural Arts Graphic Design Specialist

Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture & Lifeways

6650 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

Email: eshelms@sagchip.org

Phone: (989) 775-4756​


As an SMG Student Account Executive, you will have the opportunity to help local business owners develop marketing campaigns in the 2013-2014 edition of the Plan-It Planner. You’ll be working independently and visiting more that 40 local businesses daily to sell advertising space in the local business guide section of the planner. The job is not easy, but we guarantee it’s rewarding.

Applicants must:

Have your own car (borrowing your friend’s car does not work)

Get rich….in more ways than one:

-Paid Internship-the harder you work, the more you make. The sky is the limit!

-Real world experience-take classroom theories to the street, you’ll meet with local business owner’s face-to face every day.

-Boost your resume-make it stand out from the crowd with quantifiable results.

-Make your mark-Compete to be the best sales representative across the nation!

-Student Media Group Has H.E.A.R.T.-Out account executives are the face of the company and your position is important-you’ll never be fetching coffee for anyone.

​What Is Midland Tomorrow?

Midland Tomorrow works closely with local companies, and we are recipients of confidential company information. The intern will be expected to maintain that confidentiality and to assume that any information about local businesses is confidential unless informed otherwise.

Marketing and design for Midland Tomorrow

What Will the Intern Do?

Graphic Design/Communications

Software

Other Duties

Hours and Pay

Midland Tomorrow is seeking an intern to help us with various communications tasks. This is a great opportunity to learn about internal and external marketing communications for a nonprofit while getting real-world experience in a professional setting and building your portfolio.
 
What Is Midland Tomorrow?
Midland Tomorrow is the private, nonprofit economic development organization serving the County of Midland, Michigan and all the municipalities in it. We work primarily with manufacturing and technology businesses to do two key things:
 
1)      Help our local businesses, from startup companies and second-stage businesses to major corporations, expand their operations and create local jobs.
2)      Research and attract new manufacturers that fit our local, existing industrial base.
 
Midland Tomorrow works closely with local companies, and we are recipients of confidential company information. The intern will be expected to maintain that confidentiality and to assume that any information about local businesses is confidential unless informed otherwise.
 
Marketing Communications for Midland Tomorrow
Marketing communications is a fast-paced field. The best fit for this position is someone who is flexible − able to handle changing project requirements, self-directed and able to prioritize projects. He or she should also be comfortable asking for assistance when needed and taking direction as well as articulating his/her thoughts and ideas. Midland Tomorrow wants fresh thinking and communication that connects with and inspires the audience.
 
What Will the Intern Do?
Intern duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Communications
- Work directly with the director of marketing to write messaging and/or design media that increases Midland Tomorrow’s brand awareness
- Create engaging, persuasive messaging for both Midland Tomorrow and external clients
- Write Midland Tomorrow’s communications and collateral
- Understand the target audience and what moves them to buy, click or call
- Use marketing analytics and research as a base for engaging, motivational copy
- Work directly with vendors
- Work directly with clients
- Update Midland Tomorrow’s social media accounts (Facebook and Twitter) as needed
- Update content on Midland Tomorrow’s website as directed
- Bring creative, fresh, engaging ideas to projects and tasks that enhance and promote Midland Tomorrow’s brand identity
 
Skills
- Strong writing skills – copywriting or journalism experience a plus
- Strong proofreading skills – excellent handle on correct grammar, punctuation, etc.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills – able to work with executive level clients, take complex, abstract and foreign concepts, understand them quickly, and write engaging, motivating messaging for a target audience
 
Software
The intern will need to be comfortable working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), as well as standard Internet and email applications. We use Atlas Content Management for our website – a dashboard-based tool. Candidates get extra points for experience with audio and video editing software, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop software, Picasa 3.
 
Other Duties
- Assist the marketing director with preparation and participation at tradeshows and public relations events as needed
- Assist with development of marketing analytics and research
- Various projects as needed
 
Hours and Pay
We anticipate up to 20 hours per week (flexible depending on our workflow) to run from January through December 2013 or longer.  Interns will be classified as hourly employees and will be paid $7.40 per hour. Note that interns do not qualify for benefits.
 
To Apply
Interested candidates are asked to email their cover letter, resume and portfolio to Amy Roten, marketing director at roten@midlandtomorrow.org.  Submissions will be received until the position(s) is filled. 
Tanner Friedman is a Farmington Hills, Michigan-based strategic communications firm specializing in traditional and emerging media relations, adversity management and public relations counsel.  Our diverse client roster includes Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit, GalaxE.Solutions and the Society of Manufacturing Engineers.

Our Values
We value mutual respect, collaboration, open and honest communications, client service and work/life balance. At all times, we adhere to a “we” not “me” mentality. 

Our Internships
The goal of our internships is to provide student participants with a meaningful, multi-dimensional, “real world” experience that will build upon their educational background and help build a foundation on which they can base a professional career.

We want our interns to learn and contribute with an opportunity to do both in a range of areas, including research, writing, media relations, and client meetings.  Our interns are enrolled college students earning class credit toward their college degree.

Students seeking a degree in public relations—whether agency, corporate or nonprofit—are preferred; in particular those that have successfully completed a basic level of corresponding college course work.

Among the skills most important to any PR professional: good judgment, writing and overall communications skills, ability to think creatively, multi-task and work effectively both individually and as part of a team.

Contact
Maggie Sisco at msisco@tannerfriedman.com -and-
Justin Fisette at jfisette@tannerfriedman.com

Please include a cover letter and resume of your experiences in PDF format.

Visit us on Facebook, Twitter and www.tannerfriedman.com.
This position is also available for the summer session for those needing a summer internship.

Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce
Internship Program 2013-14 – (989) 772-2396
Contact: Barb Cataldo at bcataldo@mt-pleasant.net

Position Description: Be a Part of a Great Team!

The Chamber provides a non-paid Internship as an opportunity for students to gain experience as a team with a staff serving the Mt. Pleasant business community. This position requires working in a fast paced office setting with responsibilities including assisting with office projects, many types of events, and various assignments. This position also enjoys the downtown culture of Mt. Pleasant where interaction with retailers and restaurants is a daily occurrence.

Qualities Desired: Superb writing skills, design and layout experience is helpful, good inter-personal skills and working with the public (polite, respectful, good listener, behavior that reflects well on the Chamber, etc.), computer skills such as: Word, Excel, Power Point and any other software application that might help support Chamber assignments.

Reports To: This position reports to the President & CEO for purposes of schedule oversight and coordination of work load. Specific work assignments may be made by other staff members as well.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Office Responsibilities:
- Answering phones
- Answering questions about upcoming events
- Copying
- Other office work as necessary
Marketing:
- Interviewing various businesses for “In the Spotlight” articles
- Interviewing Ambassadors the Chamber’s Newsletter
- Writing brief columns for the Newsletter 
- Establishing/Monitoring social networks
- Helping with marketing and promotions of events such as “Let Tour de Mont Pleasant”
Event Planning:
- Attending all event planning meetings to help take notes
- Assisting with follow-up from meetings
Membership
- Assisting in follow-up phone calls for membership
- Assisting with membership events and activities

Hours and schedule flexibility based on student schedule and Chamber needs.
Job Description: Hope Network, located in the Cascade area of Grand Rapids, is looking for a Marketing Intern to support online and print communications of the organization. Hope Network is a non-profit Christian organization founded in 1963 offering the treatment of brain and spinal cord injuries, mental illness, and developmental disabilities. They provide specialized transportation and residential services, as well as job training and placement, and conducts applied research. With corporate offices in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Hope Network provides services in 240 plus communities, by 2,500 staff, to more than 20,000 people annually throughout Michigan.

The marketing intern can expect an environment that develops and challenges, while providing valuable career-building experience and university credit where applicable. This position is part-time, 20-hours a week, paid internship at an hourly rate of $8. 

Responsibilities:
• Update and maintain the company’s internal and external websites using a content management system.
• Maintain Hope Network’s presence on social media networks and recommend and build a company presence on additional social media sites.
• Interest in learning and implementing search engine optimization (SEO) methods for websites.
• Write content for company website.
• Assist design team with all aspects of production including (but not limited to) printing, scoring, folding, cutting, and distribution of materials.
• Update printed materials using Adobe Creative Suite software.
• Provide exceptional customer service by assisting individuals inquiring about Hope Network’s services through online contact portal.
• Conduct independent research into applicable software, statistics or information to use for collateral materials and online marketing.
• Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions for events, taglines and other projects.

Requirements:
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in a course of study relevant to marketing.
• Familiarity with SEO (We will train specifics.)
• Must have strong written communications skills, and be able to work effectively and build relationships with others.
• Understanding of various social media networks, including Facebook, Google+, LinkedIn and Twitter.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design using the Adobe Creative Suite, including PhotoShop, InDesign and Illustrator preferred.
• Ability to function a machine using 30 pounds of pressure.
• Possess a friendly, outgoing personality that fits with the marketing team.

What we offer:
• The opportunity to develop valuable marketing, website and graphic design skills. 
• Experience working in a state-wide healthcare organization.
• Knowledge into the hidden and invaluable tactics of SEO.
• References for future employment can be supplied on successful completion of the one-year period. 
• Free tea, coffee, and $4 homemade lunch available on premises every Wednesday.
• A very fun, friendly and creative team!

The company prefers someone who is available at least 3 days a week. Hours worked are negotiable within applicable company business hours.

Additional Qualifications: Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in a course of study relevant to marketing. 

The Marion Press, a weekly newspaper, is looking to immediately fill an internship position for a government reporter. This reporter would be in charge in covering several beats including school board and local government meetings. The reporter would have to provide their own vehicle but the internship is paid, ability to shoot photos is a plus. 

Contact editor and publisher Mike Wilcox at (989) 386-4414 or (231) 743-2481, if interested.​

In an effort to help develop the next crop of reporters working to keep the world informed, educated and entertained, we have created the Google Journalism Fellowship. As a company dedicated to making the world’s information easily accessible, Google recognizes that behind many blue links is a journalist and that quality journalism is a key ingredient of a vibrant and functioning society.

The program is aimed at undergraduate, graduate and journalism students interested in using technology to tell stories in new and dynamic ways. The Fellows will get the opportunity to spend the summer contributing to a variety of organizations -- from those that are steeped in investigative journalism to those working for press freedom around the world and to those that are helping the industry figure out its future in the digital age.

There will be a focus on data driven journalism, online free expression and rethinking the business of journalism. The 10-week long Fellowship will open with a week at the Knight Foundation and end with a week at Google, split between Google News and YouTube.

Participating organizations are based in Berkeley, CA, Columbia, MO, Cambridge, MA, St. Petersburg/Miami, FL, New York, NY and Washington, DC.
They include the Center for Investigative Reporting, the Committee to Protect Journalists, Investigative Reporters & Editors, the Knight Foundation, Pew Research Center's Project for Excellence in Journalism, Poynter, Nieman Journalism Lab and ProPublica.

More information about the host organizations and the areas of focus for the Fellows are outlined on the Host Organizations page.

Fellows will be assigned a lead mentor at their host organizations, but will have the opportunity to work with several senior staff members over the course of the summer. Fellows will be expected to make substantive contributions to the work of their organization, including researching and writing stories, contributing to open source data programs, creating timely data to accurately frame public debates about media in the United States and the world as well as finding new and compelling ways to use data to tell stories.

Who should apply?

We're looking for students who are passionate about journalism and the role that technology can play in the industry and the pursuit of their craft. Students from all majors and degree programs who possess the following qualities are encouraged to apply:

- Demonstrated or stated commitment to journalism - especially in the fields of data driven journalism or freedom of expression online
- An interest in exploring and creating business models to help the industry in the digital age
- Excellent academic record, professional/extracurricular/volunteer activities, subject matter expertise
- First-rate analytical, communications, research, and writing skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently, and to work smartly and resourcefully in a fast-paced environment

Fellows will receive a stipend of $7,500 USD for 10 weeks during the summer of 2013 (June-August) and a travel budget of $1,000 USD.

The Fellowship will start on June 3, 2013, with the first week at the Knight Foundation in Florida. Fellows will join their host organization on June 10, 2013, and finish with a week at Google in California on August 5, 2013.​
Riverwood Resort is looking for a student who would like an internship or job managing our social media at our facility.  We are looking for someone with experience/knowledge working with various types of social media including Facebook, Twitter, Intagram, etc., and can also do website analysis.​

Contact info:
Jeremy Lawless
Director Operations & Marketing
Riverwood Resort
989-772-5726
We are in need of an intern for our spring semester next year.  Interested students should contact Executive Director Chris Rowley via email at chris@mountpleasantwow.com.  Please include availability, resume, and cover letter. 
 
The Convention & Visitors Bureau internship will be helping promote Mt. Pleasant to attract visitors.  They will help update our calendar of events, website, write press releases and blogs, help plan the 1st annual Freakin Freezing Challenge and assist on brochure design and much, much more.
Our winter internship begins in January and runs a minimum of 3 months, but can be increased/decreased based on the student and our firm’s needs. Here are some highlights:

· Paid internship

· Ideally 40 hours per week, but minimum is 20

· MUST have outside-the-classroom PR experience, preferably 1-2 internships

· Interns get experience in all aspects of agency PR – their responsibilities and tasks mirror those of our entry-level team members

· Accept current students and recent grads

 
Additional information on our internship program and our firm can be found on our website (www.eisbrenner.com) or feel free to contact Alexandra Sherbow with any questions at (248) 554-3526 or asherbow@eisbrenner.com​​​.


MARKETING & PR INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
 
​We found an empty desk, is it yours?

 The person who sits at this desk:
  • Creates relevant and entertaining social media conversations that encourage feedback and sharing of experiences.
  • Crafts visually appealing, interesting and interactive media releases.
  • Constructs stimulating email newsletters that encourage subscribers to share and connect.
  • Originates attention-grabbing digital signage.
  • Doesn’t settle for “that’s how we’ve always done it,” and is continually challenging the status quo.
 If this is your desk, please claim it.  It misses you.

Contact:
Rob Wang
CRDL Marketing Manager
Chippewa River District Library System
301 S. University
Mt. Pleasant, MI  48858
989.773.3242 ext. 14
rwang@crdl.org
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