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Internship Listings

Note: Information on the following internships is posted here as a convenience for students. Please contact the employer if you have any questions or need additional information. The School of Communication cannot guarantee these listings are correct or that they represent all internships that may be available to students.

Students may contact the School of Communication office for assistance with finding and registering for internships. Employers may contact the School of Communication office to request that a listing be added or updated. There are also internships listed on the Career Development Center website that may be applicable for School of Communication students.

Internships are listed alphabetically by company name and may be applicable to more than one major.

Adonai Center for Black Males

Communications and Marketing Internship


Adonai Center for Black Males, once known as Adonai Urban Restoration, is a nonprofit organization in Pittsburgh that was established in 2005 to increase the positive advancement of at-risk young people. The mission of Adonai Center is to address urban disparities and improve the educational, social and economic advancement of black males through human capital development.

We seek to prepare college students for entry into the workforce by providing a thorough understanding of the business functions of an education, economic and human capital services organization to include theory and practical application of attained knowledge. Our communications and marketing intern will help promote the Adonai Center to the surrounding region while learning skills related directly related to marketing, advertising and promotion.

To apply:

To apply for this internship please send a copy of your resume to kcarter@adonaicenter.org or you can call the office at 412-322-1809 for more information.

Allegheny County Airport Authority

Communications Department Internship


This internship will expose the student to the communications and public relations aspect of working at an international airport and with the airline industry. The intern will receive hands-on experience in PR activities along with writing news articles and releases, assisting in special events and with the volunteer ambassador program.

Responsibilities:

  • Write for airport authority publications, press releases, the airport's website and other communications as needed
  • Participate in community relations projects and events
  • Take part in media relations, such as expanding list, pitching stories and escorting media within the airport
  • Write and submit airport news with social media marketing sites, such as Facebook and Twitter
  • Involvement with the Airport Air Program
  • Assist with the Volunteer Ambassador program
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned or required

Knowledge/abilities:

  • Considerable ability to write and edit for publications, news releases and other communications in the Associated Press style
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, along with strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong organizational ability
  • Strong public speaking skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Requirements:

  • Second-year undergraduate from an accredited four-year college or university majoring in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field or equivalent industry experience
  • Must maintain a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or greater

To apply:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Allegheny County Airport Authority Pittsburgh International Airport, Attn:Human Resources, Landside Terminal, 4th Floor Mezzanine P.O. Box 12370, Pittsburgh, PA 15231-0370

Allegheny County Department of Human Services/Area Agency on Aging

Social Marketing and Website Internship

Spring 2012

The ACDHS/AAA is seeking an intern to assist in the management of multiple projects at various stages of the project life cycle from research to implementation. The intern will develop and implement three website products: videos, "Ask the Expert" and frequently asked questions. This project has been selected to advance the mission and strategic plan of the Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging.

The internship will be from November 2011 to May 2012 with a possibility of extension over the summer based on performance and need. Hours are flexible with an expectation that standard organizational office hours are 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.

The office is located on Smithfield Street in Downtown Pittsburgh, but there will be occasional site visits within the AAA network of providers and occasional on-site and off-site focus group and community meetings.

General project approach:

  • Orientation to the ACDHS/AAA and to the overlapping goals of the 2012-2016 ACDHS/AAA Strategic Plan
  • Identification of clear roles & responsibilities of the intern in this project
  • Development of a work plan to accomplish objectives
  • Engage a cross section of ACDHS/AAA staff, older adults, caregivers and community stakeholder representatives in providing ideas and feedback on the project.
  • Routine and ongoing project status and coaching opportunities

Work products:

  • Research portfolio on creative and innovative website features for consideration in this project and for future consideration
  • Website features: three videos, frequently asked questions and "Ask the Expert Inquiry"
  • Presentation to senior management

Required skills:

  • Well-organized with project management skills
  • Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with web technology and social media
  • Professional conduct and presentation
  • Ability to consistently execute tasks on time
  • Skills in collaborating with multiple stakeholders to advance project goals
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Strong computer and MS Office skills

To apply:

Contact JW Wallace, DHS/AAA Learning Center manager, at jw.wallace@alleghenycounty.us.

About the company:

Area Agency on Aging is at 441 Smithfield St., Downtown Pittsburgh. Learn more about the agency at www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/aaa.aspx.

Allegheny County, Office of the County Executive

Communications Internships

Fall and spring semesters (ongoing)

Allegheny County Office of the County Executive offers two communications internship opportunities each semester. The communications office generates a number of announcements in-house and assists other agencies or businesses with events in which the county executive is involved.

Responsibilities include:

  • Responding to constituent concerns and correspondences via mail, telephone or email (responses may require research or contacting other County departments to gather information for the constituents)
  • Assisting in writing news releases, media advisories and proclamations
  • Assisting in planning and promoting media events

Requirements/skills desired:

  • Strong verbal and written skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Commitment of at least 14 hours per week

To apply:

Send a resume and writing samples to Colleen Elms, communications specialist, at colleen.elms@alleghenycounty.us or Office of the County Executive, 101 Allegheny County Courthouse, 436 Grant St., Pittsburgh PA 15219.

Alzheimer's Association Greater Pennsylvania Chapter

Marketing and Communications Internship


The intern’s primary responsibility is to help facilitate increased concern and awareness about Alzheimer’s disease, the Alzheimer’s Association and the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter through a variety of strategic initiatives. The intern will gain experience in marketing, public relations, branding and project management.

Essential job functions:

  • Provide public relations support including research, building media lists, writing press releases, making follow-up calls and recording media coverage
  • Assist staff in developing promotional materials, website content, advertising and Chapter newsletter
  • Social media implementation and monitoring
  • Project management support including maintaining timelines/deadlines
  • Special events and fund development support as necessary

Minimum requirements:

  • Junior or senior majoring in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, writing or a related course of study
  • Demonstrated knowledge of PR fundamentals and the ability to use PR skills to reach a variety of diverse populations
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office with literacy in Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint
  • Exhibit experience with social media marketing
  • Be proactive and detail oriented
  • Present a professional appearance
  • Graphic design experience a plus

To apply:

Email resume and cover letter to Kira Walters, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, at Kira.Walters@alz.org.

About the company:

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care and support, and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research. The Greater Pennsylvania Chapter provides vital services and support to individuals dealing with the disease, as well as their families, caregivers and health professionals in 59 of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties. The Chapter is located at The Pennsylvanian, 1100 Liberty Ave., Suite E-201, Pittsburgh PA 15222. For more information, visit the chapter's website.

American Lung Association

Special Event Development Assistant

Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

This internship at the American Lung Association's Pittsburgh office will focus on assisting development staff in the planning and implementation of fundraising events, such as the Fight for Air Walk, our gala in October, smaller “wrap-around” fundraising events and the Stair Climb event held each spring. 

The work schedule is flexible; however, a minimum of four hours a week is required. This is an unpaid internship but can be used for college credit and/or building great job experience and is an opportunity to cultivate your skills in public speaking, written communication, marketing, fundraising, and volunteer recruitment.

Responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with marketing fundraising events to area colleges, businesses, organizations, corporations, hospitals, physicians, community leaders, firefighters and health clubs
  • Extensive phone use and Internet research
  • Attending networking events and health fairs to promote projects (includes occasional evenings and/or weekends)
  • Assisting with day-of-event logistics

Requirements/skills desired:

  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Communication, marketing or public relations knowledge a plus
  • Grant writing experience helpful 

To apply:

Interested candidates should call 724-933-6180 to request a volunteer application or send a cover letter and resume by email to Administrative Assistant Mary Parry at mparry@lunginfo.org.

About the company:

The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives, improve lung health and prevent lung disease. The Pittsburgh office is located at 810 River Ave., Suite 140, Pittsburgh, Pa., 15212 (as of July 2011).

Arthritis Foundation, Western Pennsylvania

Communications and Development Internship
Community Outreach Internship

Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

The Arthritis Foundation-Western Pennsylvania in Pittsburgh offers two internships: a communications and development internship and a community outreach internship. Information specific to each can be found below.

COMMUNICATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP

The communications and development intern will assist the director of development and the community campaigns manager in the planning of special events including written, online and press communications. The intern must work a minimum of 10 hours per week (to be worked between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday). Business casual attire is required unless otherwise noted.

Responsibilities include:

Intern is responsible for planning, implementing and participating in any fundraising events during the internship. Specific duties may include:

  • Assisting with planning of special events, including meeting with event committees, developing community resources, generating new ideas and attending event meetings
  • Working with development staff to increase quality of events
  • Aiding development director and special events directors with tasks that are specific to each special event/function
  • Helping with special event mailings, publication design, logistical tasks for events, phone calls related to donations and other tasks as determined necessary by special event staff
  • Participating in any activity related to the event

Requirements/skills desired:

  • Background in public relations, communications, business, fundraising, non-profits and/or related fields is preferred
  • Ability to manage daily activities with minimal direction

To apply:

Email cover letter and resume to bbrown@arthritis.org.

Application deadlines:

  • Deadline for fall internships (September-December) is July 15
  • Deadline for spring internships (January-May) is November 15
  • Deadline for summer internships (May-August) is March 15

COMMUNITY OUTREACH INTERNSHIP

The community outreach intern will assist the community outreach manager to capture necessary data to accurately document the impact of Arthritis Foundation programming in Western Pennsylvania. The intern will do this by communicating effectively with volunteers in an organized time system. The intern must work a minimum of 10 hours per week (to be worked between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday). Business casual attire is required unless otherwise noted.

Responsibilities include:

Intern is responsible for assisting the programs and services staff with daily tasks, including (but not limited to):

  • Program management assistance
  • Consumer relations
  • Data collection
  • Data input
  • Data analysis
  • Planning of Juvenile Arthritis Family events

Requirements/skills desired:

  • Background in public health, public affairs, communications, non-profits and/or related fields is preferred
  • Efficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) 
  • Ability to manage daily activities with minimal direction
  • Transportation for minimal travel throughout Western Pennsylvania

To apply:

Email cover letter and resume to akerr@arthritis.org.

Application deadlines:

  • Deadline for fall internships (September-December) is July 15
  • Deadline for spring internships (January-May) is November 15
  • Deadline for summer internships (May-August) is March 15

About the company:

The Arthritis Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions. Founded in 1948, with headquarters in Atlanta, the Arthritis Foundation has multiple service points throughout the country. The Arthritis Foundation is the largest private, not-for-profit contributor to arthritis research in the world, funding more than $380 million in research grants since 1948. The foundation helps people take control of arthritis by providing public health education, pursuing public policy and legislation and conducting evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis. Learn more at the Arthritis Foundation's website.

Bethany College

Media Relations Internship


Bethany College in Bethany, W.V., is seeking qualified applicants to immediately fill the position of media relations intern. This position will report to the Director of Communications. The media relations intern is responsible for gathering information, writing and disseminating news releases and feature stories about the College, its students, programs, activities, events and personnel. Compensation includes a stipend, on-campus housing and a meal plan.

Candidates are required to enroll as an academic internship student at a college or university in their chosen field of study. There is the possibility of entry into Bethany College's Master's of Arts in Teaching program.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Gather information and write news releases, photo captions and news tips for the media
  • Proof College publications. Proof and occasionally write brochure/marketing copy
  • Contact media, as required for special stories
  • Post news stories on the College's website
  • Perform other job related duties as assigned

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to assimilate information quickly, outline it logically and produce a well-written, accurate release, following The Associated Press Stylebook rules
  • Ability to detect and correct grammatical and spelling errors in written correspondence
  • Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
  • Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
  • Ability to gather and compile information effectively for publications

Required Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in communication, journalism, English or related field (recent or soon-to-be graduates)
  • Proven experience in news writing, feature writing and/or editing. 

To apply: 

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, 3-5 writing samples and contact information for three references to Director of Personnel Services Merlinda Lees via email at mlees@bethanywv.edu or mail Bethany College, P.O. Box 417, 303 Cramblet Hall, Bethany, WV, 26032.

About the college:

Bethany College is a national liberal arts college located on a beautiful historic 1,300-acre mountaintop campus in the Northern Panhandle of West Virginia, 39 miles from Pittsburgh. The state's oldest private college, Bethany offers a wide array of B.A. and B.S. programs in more than 25 fields of study and a Master of Arts program in Teaching.

Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau

Marketing Communications Paid Internship

Spring 2012, summer 2012

The Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau (BCTCB) is seeking a proactive and personable PR/marketing intern who enjoys planning events, writing promotional materials and interacting with consumers. Our intern will gain an incredible amount of real-world hands-on experience primarily focused on two annual events, the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival and the Regatta at Lake Arthur, which will both take place in August 2012.  

Because our office has a small staff, our intern will be involved in many elements of the bureau’s daily operations. The intern will write press releases, promotional copy and correspondence. The intern will assist with bulk mailing preparations and will staff a Butler County Tourism booth at various fairs and festivals throughout the region where he/she will need to proactively approach visitors and tell them about all the great things to see and do in Butler County. A flexible schedule is required as the intern will work weekend and evening events, in compensation for time off during regular office hours. 

This is a paid internship for spring and summer 2012. The office is located in Zelienople, Pa.

Essential job functions:

  • Greet office visitors in a courteous, professional manner and provide information services
  • Assist with all on-going projects BCTCB staff is working on
  • Be available to work some evenings and weekends
  • Provide directory assistance; forward phone calls to appropriate staff person
  • Coordinate various mailings (invitations, brochures, visitor guides, media, other)
  • Track visitor inquiries in database to measure success of advertising and PR efforts
  • Respond to all visitor inquiries from mail, email, and telephone in a prompt, courteous manner
  • Fulfill customized requests
  • Assist with bulk mailings
  • Contact businesses for contact information
  • Navigate Internet to conduct research
  • Assist with updating information
  • Post information on Jeep club forums
  • Create templates for spreadsheets, etc.
  • Update Facebook page on a regular basis
  • Make follow-up calls
  • Acquire price quotes for necessary supplies
  • Determine number of materials needed for events
  • Gather information and develop price agreements with contractors
  • Other duties as assigned by the president/office manager and staff

Qualifications:

  • Excellent writing, editing and communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task and manage various assignments from multiple staff members simultaneously
  • Computer knowledge of word processing, database, Internet and email
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Lotus Approach are preferable
  • Ability to type a minimum of 55 words per minute
  • Strong organizational skills—ability to prioritize projects
  • Interpersonal skills—ability to work well with others and maintain a positive attitude
  • Overall knowledge of the region (to respond to visitor inquiries), tourism facilities and attractions and familiarity with the membership and additional informational resources
  • Ability to operate office equipment including but not limited to phones, copier/fax machine, bulk mail printer, postage meter and personal computer

To apply:

Please email resume to: Jack Cohen, president of Butler County Tourism & Convention Bureau, at jack@visitbutlercounty.com

Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation

External Affairs Internship

Ongoing

The position offers a hands-on learning opportunity with communicating within the company, with the media and with landowners. The north regional office is located at 5 Penn Center West, Suite 401, Pittsburgh PA 15276.

Requirements:

  • Creating content to update the company website on current events
  • Monitoring and updating social media channels
  • Writing descriptions for events and videos
  • Participating in conference calls to manage media creation and placement
  • Planning community outreach activities

Skills Needed:

  • Current student pursuing a degree in Public Relations, Communications or related field
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Ability to work efficiently and autonomously on assigned projects
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Understanding of current and developing digital and social media and their applications

No prior experience or knowledge of the energy industry is necessary. Exact days and number of hours worked per week will be determined based on student's schedule. You must have your own transportation and work a minimum of 8 hours per week. The internship must be taken for credit.

To apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume to Brittany Thomas at brittany.thomas@cabotog.com

Carnegie Mellon University, Robotics Institute – CREATE Lab

Intern to support Gigapan outreach


CREATE Lab of Carnegie Mellon University is looking for an intern to support Gigapan outreach activities. Our lab collaborates with educators and other partners to explore the role of technology and robotics in empowering communities. Gigapan community outreach fosters learning and conversations through creating and interacting with large-scale gigapixel images. 

To make this a valuable internship both for the student and for the CREATE lab, we expect students to spend at least one semester with us, 10-16 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

  • Preparation for and delivery of Gigapan trainings
  • Creation and update manuals and other training materials
  • Maintenance of equipment inventory and records
  • Communicating with community partners to gather information
  • Shipping of equipment worldwide
  • Photographing 2D and 3D work
  • Administrative and other tasks that support our community outreach efforts 

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of Photoshop
  • Basic camera settings
  • Problem solving and organizational skills
  • Computer literacy
  • Ability to lift heavy boxes

To apply:

Please send your resume and cover letter detailing what is it you hope to learn/achieve through this experience to Clara Phillips at mclarap@andrew.cmu.edu.

Children's Museum of Pittsburgh

Various Internships


The Children's Museum, located on Pittsburgh's North Side, commonly seeks interns for positions in:

  • Marketing
  • Non-Profit Management
  • Education
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Events and Programming
  • Studio and Fine Arts, Development
  • Outreach
  • Finance
  • Exhibits

We encourage applications from all majors as our list of projects often yields unexpected needs. Interns can fulfill traditional, established roles in the museum, but are also encouraged to propose a position that complements his or her professional aspirations, concerns or talents. For example, a mathematics student who also plays the violin is invited to develop a program explaining the relationship between music and math to elementary school students.

To apply:

To apply for an internship, please submit a cover letter indicating which opportunity may be of interest to you and a resume to hr@pittsburghkids.org

City Council of Pittsburgh

Media Management Internship


Pittsburgh City Councilman Bruce Krause, the District 3 office of the City Council of Pittsburgh, is looking for a media management intern.

Responsibilities include:

  • Managing the office’s video
  • Photography projects
  • Creating videos and photos for web exhibition
  • Producing monthly newsletters

Skills required:

  • Final Cut Studio
  • Adobe Creative Suite

Must have personal, portable equipment (laptop, camera, etc).

This internship is for credit.

To apply:

Please contact Matt at Matt.Hogue@city.pittsburgh.pa.us

CommuniTeach

Marketing/Social Media Internship

Spring 2012

CommuniTeach, a local start-up company, is seeking an intern to help with social media marketing, focused on reaching leaders and HR heads of business with 200+ employees and HR consulting firms. This is a paid internship -- $10 an hour for up to 15 hours per week. The internship is for the spring semester (eight-week duration).

This internship is available through the PCKIZ internship program, which matches undergraduate and graduate students with paid internship opportunities at local start-up companies. PCKIZ internships are open to students from Community College of Allegheny County, Carlow University, Duquesne University, and Point Park University.

Companies with positive corporate culture perform 3x better than the general market. At companies like Google and Zappos, employees are energized, outside of their cubicles sharing ideas with one another, and this shows in these companies' higher productivity and profitability. So how can other business leaders bring positive corporate culture to their companies? Enter CommuniTeach, which matches employees who want to learn something -- like stress management or time management -- with other employees who can teach it. Bringing employees together for free, in-person skill and knowledge exchanges is an excellent method to boost the corporate culture and realize the associated revenue gains. Learn more at the CommuniTeach website.

To apply:

Send cover letter and resume to internship@pckiz.org indicating the specific internship posting to which you are applying.

CoveNet

Database and Web Design Internship

Spring 2012

CoveNet, an internet and wireless technologies company based out of Sharpsburg, Pa., is seeking a database and web design intern. The ideal candidate will be familiar with networks (some not all), such as LAN, WAN, MAN, Cisco, Oracle, Ubuntu Server (Linux), .Net, ASP. In addition, candidates should have some understanding of SAN. Also, candidates should be familiar with web design networks, such as .Net, ASP. Wordpress, Graphic Arts and SEO.

This is a paid internship -- $10 an hour for up to 15 hours per week. The internship is for the spring semester (eight-week duration).

This internship is available through the PCKIZ internship program, which matches undergraduate and graduate students with paid internship opportunities at local start-up companies. PCKIZ internships are open to students from Community College of Allegheny County, Carlow University, Duquesne University, and Point Park University.

To apply:

Send cover letter and resume to internship@pckiz.org indicating the specific internship posting to which you are applying.

Dow Jones News Fund

Business Reporting Internship
Multimedia Editing Internship
News Editing Internship
Sports Editing Internship

Summer 2012

Dow Jones News Fund offers paid, prestigious summer jobs with media companies across the United States. Benefits include free pre-internship training, $1,000 scholarships and travel expenses during the internship.

Internships are available in business reporting (12 positions; training site is at Dow Jones in New York City); multimedia editing (12 positions; training site is at Western Kentucky University); news editing (80 positions; training sites are Penn State, Temple University, University of Missouri-Columbia, University of Texas-Austin); and sports editing (12 positions; training site is University of Nebraska-Lincoln).

Past participating media include: AccuWeather, Chicago Tribune, Detroit News, Dow Jones Newswires, Los Angeles Times, Minneapolis Star-Tribune, The New York Times, Newsday, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, San Francisco Chronicle, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and many more.

To apply:

Apply on the College Programs page. Use the common editing application form for multimedia, news and sports programs. Complete the separate business reporting form for that program. Applicants may apply for all four programs.

Dr. Gilboa

Marketing/PR internship


Dr. Gilboa is seeking a marketing intern to help with some public relations, marketing and administrative projects. Interns can work from home or school. Pay is $10 an hour.

To apply:

Email resume to Judy Sappos at js15@zoominternet.net.

Eat'n Park

Team Smiley Marketing Internship

Summer 2012

 If you are a team player with a magnetic, entertaining personality and a professional image, apply to become part of Eat’n Park’s Team Smiley!

Smiley’s Cookie Cruiser will once again hit the road this summer, and you can come along for the ride! Our Team Smiley brand ambassadors will spread goodwill (and Smiley Cookies!) all summer long at community events throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.

As a part of Team Smiley, you’ll represent Pittsburgh’s leading restaurant chain and work with the public in a high-profile role. It’s a great opportunity for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in marketing, communications, or public relations to gain hands-on experience, both in the field and in the office. You’ll also receive competitive compensation and exclusive team member discounts to Eat’n Park.  Schedule provides between 25 and 40 hours a week.

Qualifications:

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Degree in progress, preferably six semesters completed
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Ability to work effectively within a team
  • Upbeat, outgoing, engaging personality
  • Self-motivated, responsible, and punctual
  • Initiative and creative thinking
  • Excellent customer service skills and professional image
  • Flexible schedule
  • Reliable transportation
  • Enjoys working with children
  • A passion for Eat’n Park

Responsibilities:

In the community:       

  • Positively represent Eat'n Park at various community events.
  • Work as part of an organized, cohesive team.
  • Charm guests by being upbeat, outgoing, and engaging.
  • Create new games, activities, and routines to engage and entertain guests.
  • Assist in increasing awareness of the Eat’n Park by taking advantage of media opportunities and putting Smiley in the spotlight whenever possible.
  • Dress and perform as Smiley, Eat'n Park's mascot, at events.
  • Uphold Eat'n Park's image by always appearing and behaving professionally.
  • Represent Eat’n Park as a spokesperson at community events.
  • Engage in dialogue with guests about current promotions, specials, and company initiatives to help drive sales and build brand affinity.
  • Safely drive and operate Smiley's Cookie Cruiser throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.
  • Set up a well-branded display area at events, including table, tent, banners, and other signage.
  • Distribute free SmileyCookies and oversee cookie decorating activities at events, restaurants, and wherever the opportunity presents itself.

In the office:

  • Meet with community partnerships coordinator at the Corporate Support Center in Pittsburgh one day per week to share event feedback and discuss progress toward program goals.
  • Complete marketing and research projects as assigned.
  • Submit paperwork properly completed and on time.
  • Communicate with office staff and evaluate and report on events in a timely manner.
  • Assist the marketing department in planning and implementing on-site promotions.
  • Present year-end program results to company executive staff.
 

To Apply:

  • Send your resume and cover letter to smileyrecruiting@eatnpark.com with the subject line “Team Smiley Internship”
  • Deadline for applications is March 1, 2012.

 For more information about Eat’n Park, visit www.eatnpark.com.

Father Ryan Arts Center

Photo/Video Internship


The Father Ryan Arts Center is a program of focus on renewal for a non-profit health and human service agency in McKees Rocks that has a 40-year history of empowering neighbors through services and integrated community participation.

Earn academic credit and valuable real-world experience working in the public relations and marketing department for the Father Ryan Arts Center as an integral part of the office this is the perfect opportunity for someone who is looking for an internship where creative expression is not only encouraged, but also expected!

The photography and/or video production intern will assist the public relations and marketing department with creating, editing and assembling video footage and photographs for a variety of projects. The candidate will work closely with the PR Coordinator to help communicate and deliver the art center’s mission and brand for television, film and web.

Projects/Job Description:

  • Field work
  • Build/archive photo/video libraries; upload convert photo/video files
  • Help build traffic on social networking sites
  • Marketing/promotional projects
  • Assist with miscellaneous special projects and other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills:

  • Asses, organize, log & provide access to archival photographs and footage of high organizational value
  • Database management skills with ability to produce reports/logs
  • Demonstrated proficiency in photography and video editing systems with web integration
  • Proven organizational/time management skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written skills 

Compensation will be the items you produce, which you may use in your portfolio, as well as real-world work experience the supervisor may also be used as a reference for future job searches.

To apply:

Contact Pilar Brown, PR & Marketing Coordinator, at PBrown@forstorox.org.

Father Ryan Arts Center, 420 Chartiers Avenue McKees Rocks, PA 15136

About the company:

Visit www.fatherryanartscenter.org to learn more.

Giant Ideas

Account Services Internship (public relations)

Spring 2012

Giant Ideas, a boutique branding and PR agency in downtown Pittsburgh, is seeking an account services intern. The internship is unpaid.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in digital marketing campaigns for clients including social media content strategy, eblasts, analytics reporting, and market research
  • Research prospective client’s current marketing and advertising campaigns. Summarize into reports and make recommendations for enhancement
  • Research the marketing and advertising campaigns of specific industries as directed by Giant Ideas staff and perform SWOT analysis and market research
  • Monitor social media for clients as directed
  • Participate in media relations campaigns including media list building, blogger outreach, and pitching reporters
  • Assist with event planning for clients
  • Participate in meetings with clients
  • Answer phone calls and direct to team members as appropriate
  • Administrative support

To apply:

Send resume and cover letter to katie@giantideas.com

Heinz History Center

Internships in various departments, including communications, development and publications

Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

The Senator John Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh is a great place to learn about numerous professions in a host of fields. Applications are accepted year-round for unpaid internships available for credit or not for credit. 

Interns will be expected to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, but hours are flexible based upon individual requirements. Parking is free.

COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP

The Communications Department is responsible for promoting the History Center to the public, through media relations, marketing and advertising. The department designs and implements special publicity campaigns for exhibits and programs, and media partnerships to help promote the museum. The division also handles all of the marketing communications materials (including brochures and newsletters) and the museum’s website. Interns will gain experience with projects related to professional writing, media relations, event planning, and marketing. Applicants must demonstrate their design and/or writing proficiency. Students majoring in communications, writing, graphic design, or related fields are considered a plus.

DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP

The development department raises funds to support exhibits and programs of the History Center through special fundraising events, membership recruitment, capital/endowment campaigns and annual fund drives. A junior or senior business/communications/marketing intern will gain knowledge in the world of special events, funder engagement, research, stewardship and acknowledgement procedures, database management, and museum membership. Projects may include special event planning, proposal writing, direct mailings, prospect identification research, and/or gift record management, depending upon student skills, interest, and current departmental needs. Applicants with strong public relations, organizational, and communications skills (written/verbal) are encouraged to apply.

PUBLICATIONS INTERNSHIP

The publications department is responsible for the writing, editing and design of Historical Society publications. This includes the quarterly Western Pennsylvania History magazine, and periodic books on special topics. Interns may work on research, graphic design, editing, proofreading or writing projects depending upon student skill level, interest and current departmental needs.

To apply:

To apply for a History Center internship, fill out an online form.

About the company:

An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the History Center is the largest history museum in Pennsylvania. The 275,000 sq. ft. museum features six floors of long-term and changing exhibition space, including the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, a dynamic museum-within-a-museum, and the Library & Archives, an extensive scholarly resource documenting 250 years of life in Western Pennsylvania. Learn more at the Heinz History Center website.

innovations

Marketing and Communications Internship
Graphic and Web Design Internship

Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

innovations, a full-service advertising/marketing firm in Canonsburg, Pa., is seeking marketing and communications interns and graphic and web design interns. Information specific to each can be found below.

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP

In this internship, you will gain real-world experience and insight into multiple career paths as you create in-house and client-based marketing pieces. You’ll be a valued member of a team and can turn your ideas into reality. You’ll leave with pieces to add to your portfolio. 

The marketing and communications internship is unpaid but students can get course credit. Interns work at minimum of 12 hours per week. Internships are semester-long with potential for a part-time position based on performance.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Researching and developing new products and locations
  • Researching potential clients, assisting with writing proposals and developing campaigns
  • Creating marketing briefs for design projects
  • Networking and volunteering with local non-profits
  • Planning, coordinating and executing events
  • Tracking sales

Requirements/skills desired:

  • Skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Adobe Acrobat
  • Ability to work in teams and give and receive constructive criticism
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects
  • Creative, energetic and eager to learn

How to apply:

Contact Kristen Skender, director/VP, for additional information at 724.754.9007 or kskender@intoinnovations.com

GRAPHIC AND WEB DESIGN INTERNSHIP 

In this internship, you will gain real-world experience and test the waters of the graphic design industry while building your resume and portfolio. You’ll gain insight into multiple career paths as you create in-house and client-based studio graphic design work. You’ll have to opportunity to work with real clients and collaborate directly with the in-house design team. You will leave with pieces to add to your portfolio.

The graphic and web design internship is unpaid but students can get course credit. Interns work at minimum of 12 hours per week. Internships are semester-long with potential for a part-time position based on performance.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Campaign development and collateral design
  • Website design and development
  • Broadcast email design and development
  • Information design
  • Branding and identity
  • Promotional/product labeling design 

Requirements/skills desired:

  • Skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, HTML, Flash and Microsoft Office
  • Strong typographic and visual skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment on multiple projects
  • Have creative, energetic and fresh ideas
  • Experience with photography, ASP.NET or XML a plus

To apply:

Contact Kristen Skender, director/VP, for additional information at 724.754.9007 or kskender@intoinnovations.com

About the company:

innovations is a full-service advertising/marketing firm that works exclusively with the service industry. It specializes in marketing the intangible and will market anything that is an experience. innovations believes in young talent because your generation has fresh and unique ideas. The firm is constantly growing and is always searching for creative and hard-working individuals to prove themselves and join our team. Learn more at innovation's website.

Institute on Political Journalism Program

Summer 2012

The Institute on Political Journalism program combines substantive internships, courses for academic credit, career development activities and lectures led by working journalists and communication professionals. This fast-paced, eight-week residential program in Washington, D.C., provides students with opportunities to gain the edge in today's competitive job market and grad schools.

Program elements:

  • Internships — competitive placements with top PR and communications firms, as well as news and media organizations
  • Classes — up to nine transferable credits from Georgetown University
  • Housing — roommate matching and furnished on-campus apartments in the heart of D.C.
  • Guest lectures with Washington’s top print and broadcast journalists
  • Site briefings at the State Department, Capitol Hill and World Bank
  • Leadership and professional development, mentoring and career building activities 
  • Networking opportunities
  • Scholarships — approximately 70 percent of students receive generous awards based on merit and financial need

Sample past internships:

  • CRC Public Relations
  • Crosby Volmer International Public Relations
  • Revolution Media
  • Radio Free Europe
  • Edelman
  • The World Wildlife Fund
  • Fenton Communications
  • The U.S. Chamber Foundation
  • The National Crime Prevention Council
  • Ketchum
  • K-Global Public Relations

Application information:

Students will be accepted on a rolling basis until the final deadline of March 7, 2012. Students applying by the early deadline of December 2, 2011 will be given preference in admissions and scholarship decisions and will receive a 5 percent discount on their tuition balance.

For more information and an online application, visit our website or contact Alexander Jue, recruitment and admissions assistant, at admissions@tfas.org or 202.986.0384.

To request an informational brochure, visit our website.

KDKA-TV

Commercial Production Internship

Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

Qualifications:

  • Junior- or senior-year student
  • Strong career interest in commercial production and advertising
  • Creative skills and solid writing skills
  • Strong interest in video production
  • Strong organization skills
  • Related artistic, musical, theatrical or film interests
  • Advertising course work (preferred, not required)

Duties:

  • Production assistant on all phases of production: pre-production, production, and post-production

    Responsibilities:

    • Pre-Production: Attend client meetings. Monitor conference calls. Assist in development of scripts, and storyboards.  Assist with production budgets, crew notes, music searches, graphics development, location coordination and talent auditions. 
    • Production: Assist producer/director on location or in-studio by taking detailed time-code notes and serving as production coordinator.
    • Post-Production: Organize field notes, provide time-code information during edit sessions. 

    General information:

    • Ideally, this is a full-time, semester-long internship (i.e., 40 hours a week, if possible, from either January-May, May-September, or September-December). The hours are generally 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Only one intern is selected each semester, guaranteeing optimal mentorship and guidance.  It is an excellent learning opportunity!
    • This is not a "hands-on" internship. Due to union restrictions, students are not permitted to operate video cameras, handle equipment, or edit material for air. Despite that, you will learn a great deal by observing and assisting.
    • This is a well-rounded internship opportunity. You will be involved in every phase of the production process (from start to finish) and will work on dozens of projects throughout the semester—including projects that will be assigned to you. It is a great opportunity to apply what you’ve learned in school and put your knowledge and skills to the test. The experience and training gained here apply to virtually all forms of video production.

    To apply:

    Contact Drew Moniot at moniot@kdka.com (412-575-2222) or Michele Hills at mhills@kdka.com (412-575-2268).

    Louis Plung & Company

    Marketing Internship

    Ongoing

    Louis Plung & Company in Pittsburgh is seeking a college intern to assist the office of marketing and business development with various projects and activities.

    Responsibilities may include:

    • Assisting with event planning, specifically for the 90th anniversary client event in the fall, as well as other seminars or programs
    • Writing projects, including practice area descriptions, the internal newsletter, proposals and client communications
    • PR, social media, website and other special projects

    Desired skills and background:

    • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
    • Self-starter with a positive attitude
    • Interest in marketing, event planning and/or professional communications
    • Strong research skills
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite 2003; familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is preferred but not required

    Internship information:

    • This is a part-time position (10-12 hours/flexible)
    • Start date is flexible
    • Office dress code is business casual
    • Office hours are flexible based upon the intern’s schedule
    • It is anticipated that this will be an unpaid internship in which the student receives college credit for his/her time
    • Telecommuting for some of the time may be an option if transportation downtown is an issue

    To apply:

    Interested candidates should submit a writing sample, resume (if available), and two or three references to wweiskircher@louisplung.com.

    About the company:

    Louis Plung & Company is a certified public accounting firm in downtown Pittsburgh (Four Gateway Center). We are an established CPA firm with a total office staff of approximately 45, and we primarily serve corporate clients in the following industries: retail, wholesale, manufacturing, real estate development, nonprofit and construction. We also maintain an active tax practice serving individual clients. Learn more at Louis Plung & Company's website.

    Magee-Womens Research Institute & Foundation

    Fundraising and Development Internship
    Graphic Design Internship

    Spring semester

    Magee-Womens Research Institute is seeking a graphic design intern and a development intern for the spring 2012 semester. The time commitment is 10-20 hours per week; the schedule is flexible but the intern must be in the office two days per week.

    Fundraising and Development Internship

    MWRI is seeking an intern who is currently earning or has earned a degree in public relations, marketing, communications or journalism and is a college junior/senior, graduate student or post-graduate student.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Assisting communications specialist with writing feature articles, promotional content for events and other articles
    • Supporting event coordinator with event planning and event day operations
    • Aiding director of development with direct mailings, spreadsheet and database management
    • Performing other related duties as assigned

    Skills required:

    • Excellent interpersonal communication and writing skills
    • Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
    • Exhibits professionalism
    • Ability to work well with staff and volunteers
    • Self-motivated
    • Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills
    • Reliable

    Graphic Design Internship

    MWRIF is looking for an intern who is currently earning a degree in the field of graphic design (or related field) and is a college junior/senior or graduate student.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Assisting communications specialist with designing various materials such as brochures, fliers, mailing pieces
    • Assisting event coordinator with designing promotional materials, invites, etc.
    • Performing other related duties as assigned

    Skills required:

    • At least intermediate-level proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
    • Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
    • Exhibits professionalism
    • Ability to work well with staff
    • Self-motivated
    • Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills
    • Reliable

    To apply for either internship:

    Submit resume and cover letter (and link to online portfolio, if applicable) at www.mwrif.org/19.

    About the company:

    As the first research institute to focus exclusively on the health of women and their families, Magee-Womens Research Institute (MWRI) examines biological and societal factors specific to women and their impact on health. Areas of study include pregnancy complications, infectious diseases, gynecology, cancers, and more. With a deep passion for women's health, the Institute has emerged as a world hub of gender-specific research. Its basic and clinical scientists are dedicated to translating their discoveries into improved health for women across the street at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC.

    The Institute's success is attributed in great measure to the philanthropic vision of Magee-Womens Foundation and generous support from the Pittsburgh region. Financial contributions to the Foundation have helped Magee improve and save the lives of countless women and infants. MWRIF is located at 3339 Ward St., Pittsburgh, PA 15213 in the Oakland area.

    Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia

    Marketing and Communications Internship
    Fundraising Internship
    “Light Up a Child’s Life” Internship
    Program Services (Wish Team) Internship

    All internships are offered in fall, spring and summer semesters (ongoing), except “Light Up a Child’s Life,” which is fall only

    The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia, located in downtown Pittsburgh, is seeking interns for various duties. The office is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and an intern’s hours and days can be flexible within that time frame. Internships are unpaid. Information specific to each internship can be found below.

    MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP

    Responsibilities include:

    • Maintaining and updating media and photo archives
    • Completing write-ups on fulfilled wishes for general use and distribution
    • Writing and distributing press releases
    • Writing articles for our volunteer newsletter
    • Helping to organize community relations and outreach programs
    • Writing articles for newsletters to outreach sources
    • Assisting with promotional events or general office duties as needed

    Requirements/skills desired:

    • Good phone skills
    • Excellent writing skills required (please submit writing sample with resume)

    FUNDRAISING INTERNSHIP

    Responsibilities include:

    • Assisting the development team that is responsible for raising funds for children’s wishes
    • Assisting with the Kids of Wish Kids and Wishmakers on Campus fundraising programs
    • Updating fundraising reports using Microsoft Excel
    • Learning information about the children’s wishes while writing wish stories for thank-you letters
    • Working with computer programs utilized only by non-profits, such as Raiser’s Edge
    • Assisting in planning and implementing special events such as golf tournaments, motorcycle runs, haunted houses and recognition events, which may include attending event planning meetings or assisting at events depending on intern’s availability (events are usually on weekends or evenings)
    • Learning about corporate and individual financial giving
    • Making follow-up phone calls to donors and volunteers (no telemarketing involved)
    • Assisting in office duties as needed

    “LIGHT UP A CHILD’S LIFE” INTERNSHIP

    Please note, this internship is offered in the fall only from Oct. 15-Jan. 1; intern can also start prior to Oct. 15.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Scheduling donors, volunteers and wish kids for “Light Up A Child’s Life” radio campaign
    • Maintaining phone contact and follow-up with public, donors and volunteers
    • Assisting with inventory of products sold
    • Overseeing “Light Up A Child’s Life” mail campaign

    PROGRAM SERVICES (WISH TEAM) INTERNSHIP

    Responsibilities include:

    • Assisting with fulfilling children’s wishes, including travel, celebrity, occupational and gift wishes. Tasks may include making travel arrangements and creating itineraries; researching wish ideas via the Internet and resource library, and making phone calls to donors and vendors; and participating in the fulfillment of gift wishes (for example, shopping sprees) and/or wish parties
    • Writing thank-you letters and follow-up correspondence upon completion of a wish
    • Participating in toy deliveries at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh; periodically sending gifts to children in the hospital
    • Planning and participating in wish kid events
    • Assisting with and participating in volunteer activities such as training
    • Assisting with office duties as needed
    • Additional projects as assigned or required by the student’s internship program

    To apply for any internship:

    Mail (address below), email (byoungman@wishworld.org) or fax (412-471-9705) a resume and cover letter (and writing sample for the Marketing and Communications internship) to Brittany Youngman, development coordinator. In your cover letter, please indicate which internship(s) you are applying for.

    About the company:

    The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and Southern West Virginia’s mission is to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Currently, the Foundation is one of the most active chapters in the country, having fulfilled more than 12,000 wishes. For more information, call 800-676-9474 or visit the Foundation's website.

    The Make-A-Wish Foundations local chapter headquarters is in the Gulf Tower. The mailing address is 707 Grant St., 37th floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

    Mallet Hill

    Spring 2012

    Mallet Hill is looking for talented students in the Pittsburgh area to be a part of our 2012 spring internship program. Take advantage of department speaker series, on-the-job training, mentorship and exposure to all aspects of the fashion industry.

    Departments include:

    • Design
    • Production & Product Development
    • Merchandising
    • Wholesale
    • Buying & Planning
    • Marketing
    • Public Relations

    Qualifications:

    • Must be a full or part-time student and working toward a degree
    • Must be able to work a minimum of 2 days per week
    • Must be eligible to receive school credit
    • Must be located in or around Pittsburgh
    • Related major to desired department is a plus
    • Strong computer skills including all Microsoft Office programs
    • Great attitude and enthusiasm
    • Team player

    To apply:

    All interested parties can apply by sending their resume to shea@mallethill.com

    Nancy Mosser Casting

    Casting Intership

    Spring 2012

    Nancy Mosser Casting in Pittsburgh is seeking interns for the spring semester. Interns must be currently enrolled in school and must receive college credit (no volunteers). 

    We work Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. These hours may vary during times when we are working on films.

    Interns at Nancy Mosser Casting will assist in all matters of casting for film and television. They will help answer phones, file photos, run auditions, enter information into our casting database, book talent and assist on set for talent wrangling whenever this applies.

    We are a Mac-based office so some knowledge of this system is a bonus but not required. Interns must have their own laptop. We require people with strong work ethics and good communication skills. We will monitor all the actions of the intern and be sure to encourage questions. We will evaluate them based on their ability to handle stressful situations and effectively deal with day-to-day tasks that are assigned to them.

    To apply:

    Email a current resume to mossercasting@gmail.com with your contact information.

    NewsRadio 1020 KDKA/CBS Radio Pittsburgh

    Promotions internship

    Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

    Internships are unpaid. Student must be a rising sophomore, junior or senior at a college, university, community college or technical school and must receive course credit for the internship. We do not provide housing, transportation, or any form of compensation. We’re flexible with the start date, length and schedule (work days and hours) of your internship, but we expect you to arrive on time for each assignment and complete the internship as agreed.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Planning and creating station promotions, in-house, on-site and online
    • Coordination, writing and scheduling of promotional announcements
    • Development of individual promotional event descriptions to be utilized by sales department
    • Working with sales and programming staffs in creating client/station promotional ideas
    • Management, selection, purchase and distribution of station promotional items
    • Database management for station functions
    • Updating promotional website content

    Requirements/skills desired:

    • A willingness and desire to learn and be self-sufficient at times

    To apply:

    Complete the application and return to Amy Mauk. Application can be requested via email at amauk@kdka.com.

    About the company:

    Making our first debut on the air in 1920, KDKA employs one of the industry’s largest staffs, with 10 full-time anchors, reporters and editors. We broadcast news and talk programming 24 hours a day over in 38 states and several Canadian provinces at night.

    The Northside Chronicle

    Editorial Internships

    Spring 2012

    The Northside Chronicle is looking for an intern to write community news and feature stories about Pittsburgh’s Northside. The intern will cover events, talk to Northsiders and organizations for profiles and features, and write news stories about important community developments.

    No previous journalism experience is required. We’re looking for an enthusiastic student who enjoys getting to know neighborhoods and talking to people — we’ll help you out with the rest (interviewing, writing, editing).

    Our newspaper has served the Northside for 25 years, and we pride ourselves on covering positive, important stories, events and people that make a difference in their communities. In addition to our monthly print edition, we run an online weekly supplement at www.thenorthsidechronicle.com.

    Requirements:

    • Ability to bus/drive to the Northside to cover events, do interviews and meet with us at our office (922 Middle St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212)
    • Love of writing or desire to improve writing/communication skills
    • Interest in talking to people and learning their stories
    • Must be a college student (any year)
    • Ability to work 10-20 hours per week (depending on the school’s credit requirements) 

    We will work with the school to provide the intern with college credit and mentoring. We are happy to work with interns who are interested in learning a specific skill set or how to write certain kinds of stories—just let us know what you want!

    To apply:

    Send resume, cover letter (include why you want to work with us, how many hours you want to work and what kind of writing you’re most interested in) and 1-3 writing samples (published or unpublished, but must be journalistic) as attachments to editor@thenorthsidechronicle.com.

      Links to electronic clips are welcome. If you don’t have a writing sample, write us a 300 word article on your home town (or a business, person or event in your hometown).

      If you have questions or would like more information, please email Kelsey at editor@thenorthsidechronicle.com or call us at 412-321-3919.

      Office of Mayor Luke Ravenstahl

      Spring 2012

      We are currently in the process of seeking hard-working, dedicated and talented students for spring internship opportunities in Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's office. The internship program is a great resume builder for students and provides participants an in-depth look into local government and the many ways in which programs and initiatives are developed and instituted in our city.

      The unpaid internship will have flexible hours each week with the start and end dates determined according to students' schedules and needs. The mayor's office is located in the City-County Building in Downtown Pittsburgh and office hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

      The internship can be for college credit or just experience. Opportunities are available for a number of majors and concentrations.

      To apply:

      Email cover letter, resume and areas of interest to Olivia.Benson@pittsburghpa.gov.

      Pennsylvania Legislative Corresondents' Association

      Summer internship program

      During this 12-week program, students rotate among six of the state's leading news organizations and will be covering the state budget and a wide variety of policy and political stories.

      For more information about this internship program, visit the website.

      To apply:

      Send a cover letter, resume, transcript and six to eight clips to:

      Laura Olson
      Internship Coordinator
      524-E Main Capitol
      Harrisburg, PA 17120

      Deadline is February 15.

      The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust

      Internships in various departments

      Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

      The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust offers internships in various departments. Internships are open to college students or recent college grads only. Interns are required to work at least 12 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks.

      Institutional Development Internship

      The Institutional Development Department raises additional operating funds to support and enhance the Cultural District, its growth, and its development.

      Responsibilities include:

      • Direct mail solicitations
      • Staff campaigns
      • Grants
      • Cultivations
      • Special events

      Education and Community Engagement Internship

      As the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's Department of Education and Community Engagement, we are committed to providing educational experiences to a multicultural audience of all ages. Our mission is part of the Trust's goal of creating cultural vitality in Pittsburgh. We work with arts organizations, universities, corporations, and educators to develop educational and entertaining programs that nurture an appreciation for the arts. Our ArtSTART programs focus on bringing the arts to students.

      ArtsREACH programs focus on meeting the needs of under-served populations. ArtSMART programs focus on providing opportunities for educators to share and enjoy the arts.

      First Night Pittsburgh Internship

      First Night Pittsburgh is a unique, family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration focused on the arts. Held in more than 200 cities worldwide, the festival is a wonderful way to bring in the New Year in an uplifting, alcohol- free atmosphere. Centered in the Cultural District, First Night Pittsburgh has something for everyone, from children's activities and performances by nationally known musicians, to installations by local artists and a spectacular fireworks finale.

      Interns will have the opportunity to assist with First Night marketing, promotions, social media, booking/programming coordination and other administrative projects.

      Requirements:

      Candidates for this department must also submit two writing samples from a school/volunteer/other project, and a 300-word narrative on the "best arts event you have attended in the last year."  This internship runs from September to mid-January

      Marketing Internship

      The Marketing & Communications Division of The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust provides internship opportunities throughout the year for qualified candidates who are in a related program of study and have a strong interest in business administration, marketing, public relations, advertising and publications.

      Responsibilities include:

      • Writing and production of Trust publications, etc.
      • Development and distribution of press releases
      • Copywriting assignments
      • Archival and administrative assistance
      • Participation in the planning and execution of promotional projects

      Skills desired:

      • Microsoft Word
      • PowerPoint
      • Excel

      Application requirements:

      Candidates for this department must submit two writing samples from a school/volunteer/other project and a 300-word narrative on the "best arts event you have attended in the last year."

      Pittsburgh International Children’s Theater Internship

      Pittsburgh International Children's Theater sponsors, presents, promotes, and premieres international, national, and regional performing arts and visual arts programming of professional quality for the cultural enrichment and education of children and families.

      One of only four international theater festivals for children in the USA, the Pittsburgh International Children's Festival brings together artists from around the world, families from throughout the Northeast, and organizations from across Allegheny County. The Festival features professional theater, dance, music, visual arts plus a grounds area bursting with crafts, activities, workshops and much more.

      Three Rivers Arts Festival Internship

      Help make the magic of the Three Rivers Arts Festival come to life as you assist in the planning and execution of the largest annual festival in the Pittsburgh area. This internship runs from March to mid-June

      Information Systems Internship

      IS, the Trust's computer, network and technology department, is organized into two groups, IT and Web. The IT group is responsible for our information technology needs (PCs, software, network, etc.). The Web group oversees the Trust's on-line activities (Web site, intranet, etc.). While we're organizationally two groups, we function as one department. IS staff members from both groups work closely together to fulfill your requirements and meet the Trust's technology needs. Often crossing organizational lines, the IS team is committed to providing the best support, service and technology leadership in the industry.

      To apply for any internship at The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust:

      Please send a cover letter and resume (and any other materials requested above) specifying your department of interest to internships@pgharts.org or mail to:

      The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
      Attn: Internship Program
      Education and Community Engagement
      803 Liberty Avenue
      Pittsburgh, PA. 15222

      About the company:

      The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is a nonprofit organization created to stimulate the economic and cultural development of Pittsburgh through the development and promotion of a downtown arts and entertainment district.

      Pittsburgh Magazine

      Design Internship

      Spring 2012

      Pittsburgh Magazine offers unpaid internships to students enrolled in an accredited college or university. Students must receive academic credit and be willing to work about 10 to 20 hours per week.

      Description:

      • Lay out various stories for the magazine
      • Create and resize ads for print and online
      • Create splash banners that will appear on various channels on pittsburghmagazine.com
      • Revamp existing templates for special advertising sections and other magazine features
      • Occasionally assist on location at photo shoots

      Specific Skills:

      • Must be proficient in Adobe software, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
      • Working knowledge of iMovie is a plus, as well as photography skills
      • Creative self-driven individual with proven design skills

      To apply:

      Submit a resume, cover letter and either a link to your online portfolio or PDF samples of your work to Kristina Martin, associate  editor and internship coordinator, at kmartin@pittsburghmagazine.com.

      Pittsburgh Sports Report

      Editorial Internship
      Multimedia Internship
      PSR Radio Internship
      High School Football Internship

      Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

      Pittsburgh Sports Report is seeking editorial interns (2-4 per semester), multimedia interns (1-2 per semester), radio interns (1 per semester) and high school football interns (1 every fall semester). The internships typically run January through April/May; May/June through August; and September through December, but these dates are flexible based on an intern’s schedule. Information specific to each internship can be found below.

      Pittsburgh Sports Report, Inc. publishes three periodicals: a monthly sports tabloid (Pittsburgh Sports Report) and two monthly magazines for parents of young athletes (KidSPORTS Magazine-Pittsburgh and KidSPORTS Magazine-Ohio). The company also maintains three websites and various accompanying materials. Interns are expected to contribute to any and/or all of the publications, both hardcopy and/or online.

      As a small company, interns are vital to Pittsburgh Sports Report. We spend hours interviewing interns and are very selective when making hires for this very reason. Interns are unpaid but will be given the chance to contribute at close to the same level as many of our more experienced freelance writers.

      EDITORIAL INTERNSHIP

      Responsibilities include:

      • Assisting with typical duties related to (in order): website, print editions and increased attention to KidSPORTS Magazine.
      • Handling several stories a month for publications/website that may include game recaps, sidebars, compiled lists, Q&A pieces, short articles or feature stores
      • Handling 6-12 game/event recaps per month. These are to be compiled immediately following the events and are to be turned in within two hours after the game/event ends
      • Conducting interviews over the phone and in person
      • Research and editing assignments

      MULTIMEDIA INTERNSHIP

      Daily 5 is a sports-related internship dedicated to researching stories under very specific categories, providing Ellis Cannon with a set number of online stories each day and aiding with Facebook posts

      Sports/Business (PCNC and Radio PA prep, sports business features for EllisCannon.com) interns will provide unique, somewhat obscure but interesting sports-business stories to Ellis Cannon for his Radio PA commentaries; research PCNC guests; and write in-depth sports-business features for EllisCannon.com using Radio PA commentaries as starting points.

      PSR RADIO INTERNSHIP

      Responsibilities may include:

      • Compiling email/distribution lists
      • Stats/research for upcoming games/opponents
      • Gathering contact information for guests and interviews
      • Assisting audio coordinator with making calls/sending emails and lining up guests

      HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL INTERNSHIP

      Responsibilities include:

      • Coordinating high school “Game of the Week” schedules, which entails investigating local high school schedules, contacting athletic directors and coaches, preparing “Game of the Week” schedules and setting up day-of events
      • Writing stories relevant to “Game of the Week” teams
      • Writing recruiting profiles on local high school players
      • Possibly attending games to assist beat writer and/or film crew

      FOR ALL INTERNSHIPS

      Requirements/skills desired:

      • Ability to research feature stories, game recaps, previews, profiles and smaller sidebars outside the traditional realm of sports writing; research may consist of Internet research, phone interviews, person-to-person interviews and tracking down information, contacts and sources
      • Ability to tailor writing styles for each publication
      • Desire to learn and willingness to attack whatever stories are assigned
      • PSR does not require a specific grade level or course completion, but interns are expected to have college-level experience in newspaper and/or magazine writing
      • Experience with college or local publications is preferred but not required and coursework can, in some cases, be a reasonable substitute
      • Travel is not required but is possible if agreed upon by both parties
      • Interns will occasionally be required to work at the PSR offices in RIDC Park in Duquesne but the vast majority of work will occur on an intern’s own time away from the office

      To apply:

      Send a cover letter, resume and 2-3 writing samples (links or Word docs are fine) to tdefazio@psrpt.com with the subject “Internship Application.” Please be sure to mention the type of internship you are interested in and the months you are available. College graduates are encouraged to apply as well. 

      Internships are typically filled several months in advance, but every application is considered no matter when it is received.

      About the company:

      Pittsburgh Sports Report is located at 3 S. Linden St., Duquesne PA 15110. Learn more by visiting the websites of Pittsburgh Sports Report, KidSPORTS Magazine and Ellis Cannon.

      Pittsburgh Sports Talk/Golfin' Around

      Television Production Internship


      This Internship will give students hands-on and practical real world experience in television production. The intern will be working on two sports-themed TV shows: "Golfin' Around" and "Pittsburgh Sports Talk."

      Responsibilities:

      Golfin' Around

      • Edit and work with the producer to produce final edit of the Golfin' Around TV show.
      • Student will also be given an all-expenses paid trip to produce and film an episode of Golfin' Around in 2012. The destination will more than likely by at a Sandals Resort in the Caribbean.

      Pittsburgh Sports Talk

      • Intern will help with the weekly filming and production of the show as a cameraman and production assistant
      • Intern will help shoot field packages with co-host

      To lean more, visit www.pst.benstonium.com and www.golfingaround.com.

      Intern must be responsible, maintain a 3.0 grade GPA, provide letters of recommendation, a demo reel, and will also be responsible for a 1,000 word essay based on the book "How to Win Friends and Influence People."

      Please contact Randy Tantlinger at golfingpittsburgh@yahoo.com.

      Proliance Solutions

      Marketing Internship


      Proliance Solutions, the for-profit subsidiary of the Allegheny County Bar Association in downtown Pittsburgh, is seeking an energetic and self-motivated individual to assist with marketing its business support products and services to law firms and corporate clientele.

      The marketing intern is responsible for assisting the director of marketing and media relations and the manager of court reporting and video services in marketing the company's line of products and services and increasing its visibility in the marketplace. The intern will also have the opportunity to assist with the creative development of advertising and marketing materials. The intern will work approximately 15 hours per week in our Downtown Pittsburgh Office.

      To apply:

      Email your resume to the human resource coordinator at jmarhefka@acba.org.

      ProxCity

      Marketing Internship

      Ongoing

      ProxCity, Inc. is a real-time proximity marketing technology company communicating digital media content to targeted mobile phones. The company, based in Monroeville, Pa., was established to address the current explosive growth in marketing to mobile devices, which is expected to reach more than 200 million users by 2013.

      The internship position will require:

      • Collaborative teamwork with the founders and team of ProxCity as well as the full agency staff of Tailored Marketing Inc. on a daily basis
      • Assistance with business plan development and growth strategy
      • Assistance with marketing strategy development and implementation
      • Creative brainstorming and application of various marketing techniques and practices
      • Assistance in the creation of various city models and related ImpactZones™
      • Work with databases and continuous update of information
      • Ability to create compelling presentations through PowerPoint or other similar presentation software
      • Experience in the marketing/advertising field is favored but not required

      To apply:

      Send resume and cover letter to 570 Beatty Road, Suite 21, Monroeville, PA 15146.

      PublicSource

      Web Internship

      Spring 2012

      PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization that focuses on in-depth reporting on critical issues facing the Pittsburgh region. It was launched to undertake investigative reporting that holds the powerful accountable and to support the information needs of the community.

      PublicSource is offering a web development internship in which students will learn the intricacies of running and maintaining an online journalism website.

      The internship will include web development with the Drupal CMS, multimedia and website optimization, database management, and social networking strategizing.

      Requirements:

      • Developed php, jquery, css and html skills
      • Knowledge of the Drupal CMS
      • Experience with database management
      • Interest in and dedication to best-practices coding/web development
      • Ability to search out and diagnose problems relating to Drupal and the coding languages listed above
      • Familiarity with website optimization
      • Familiarity working with social networking tools
      • Design skills
      • Eagerness to learn new things and share already acquired knowledge

      Duties and Responsibilities:

      • Assisting in the development of the publicsource.org website
      • Enhancing the design and usability of the website
      • Researching new, inventive and creative techniques to promote the website and the PublicSource brand
      • Data management
      • Optimizing the website to enhance visibility on search engines and the semantic web

      Contact:

      Alexandra Kanik
      Director of Web Development
      PublicSource
      477 Melwood Avenue
      Pittsburgh, PA 15213
      alexandra@publicsource.org

      Quantum Theatre

      Arts Administration Internship


      Quantum Theatre in Pittsburgh is seeking arts administration interns to work with the managing director and administrative associate to assist with arts administration and house management duties.

      Responsibilities will include:

      • Participating in marketing and public relations activities
      • Assisting with fundraising activities, including research, donor stewardship and special events
      • Performing database maintenance and other general office duties
      • Working with house management during the run of shows
      • Special projects assigned based on specific skills of the intern and Quantum's needs during a particular season

      Requirements/skills desired:

      • Highly motivated and organized
      • Strong written and verbal communication skills
      • Ability to work approximately 20 hours per week, with some evening/weekend work required

      To apply:

      Email Stevie Herendeen at sherendeen@quantumtheatre.com

      About the company:

      Quantum Theatre is located at 67 Bedford Sq., Pittsburgh. To learn more, visit Quantum Theatre's website.

      Roundabout Theatre Company

      Season-long apprenticeships (various departments)
      Summer internships (various departments)


      Roundabout Theatre Company, located in New York City, offers a career development program that provides hands-on, full-time, season-long apprenticeships and full- and part-time summer internships for undergraduate students, graduate students and post-baccalaureates interested in theatre administration careers.

      Season-long apprenticeships are from September to May, and summer internships are from May to August. Apprenticeships and internships are offered in the following departments: artistic/literary, business, development, education, management, marketing, and ticket services. In addition, students can apply for an apprenticeship in special events.

      Responsibilities:

      See specific responsibilities and requirements for each apprenticeship and internship.

      To apply:

      Please complete the online application. Applications will only be considered if they are submitted via the online form. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

      If you have any questions regarding the Career Development Program at Roundabout Theatre Company, please email internships@roundabouttheatre.org. No phone calls please.

      Application deadline for apprenticeships is July 1, and the deadline for summer 2012 internships is March 9.

      About the company:

      Roundabout Theatre is located at 111 W. 46th St., New York City. To learn more, visit the Roundabout Theatre website.

      SAE Foundation

      Development Internship

      Spring 2012

      The SAE Foundation in Warrendale, Pa., is offering a paid internship -- $10 per hour, 16 hours per week. Would prefer two full eight-hour days but we can accommodate the student's schedule.

      Duties:

      The development intern will work with the development manager and development specialist to help achieve this mission through a variety of tasks, which include:

      • Donor database management and data entry (Raisers Edge)
      • Donor recognition activities including generating and mailing donor thank you letters; distribution of donor gifts; assistance in coordinating donor meetings
      • Phone calls to current and lapsed donors
      • Copywriting and editing for quarterly newsletter, grant requests, reports, presentations
      • Research to identify sources of potential foundation and corporate funding

      Learning Objectives:

      • Provide introductory work experience in the non-profit sector
      • Learn data entry and operation skills related to donor database system
      • Improve research, writing, editing, and design capabilities through a variety of communications
      • Build relationship building skills through donor contact to enhance SAE Foundation’s standing with variety of individual and corporate donors

      To apply:

      Email maryk@sae.org

      About the company:

      The SAE Foundation is the charitable arm of SAE International, a membership organization dedicated to the advancement of the mobility industry. The mission of the SAE Foundation is to raise funds for the development and distribution of SAE’s science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs for K-16 students across North America.

      Student Conservation Association

      Multimedia and Public Outreach Internship

      Fall, spring semesters (ongoing)

      The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is seeking a multimedia and public outreach intern to assist local program coordinators in documenting and sharing activities and work accomplished by SCA high school crews.

      The Student Conservation Association is a national organization dedicated to engaging young people in hands-on service to public lands. There are multiple SCA programs based in the downtown Pittsburgh office, and the intern will be working on multimedia outreach for two of these programs: the Leadership in the Environment Advancement Program (LEAP), which is a youth employment program, and the Conservation Leadership Corps (CLC), which is a volunteer program

      This internship is designed to provide a quality multimedia work experience for the intern, who will have the opportunity to create a portfolio of professional work during the internship. The intern will be guided by a program coordinator with extensive experience in editing and visual arts but should be able to work independently, especially in the area of digital media. The intern will be provided with a desk, digital camera, and laptop during the internship. A light lunch or dinner will be provided for work days longer than three hours. Some weekend and evening work is required for a spring or fall internship, and the other hours are flexible. Total hours are 200 per semester (15 per week). Access to a car would be very helpful as some events take place outside the city. Specialized video equipment/video editing capacity should be obtained from the School of Communication at Point Park University.

      To apply email a resume and cover letter to Lauren George at lgeorge@thesca.org.

      The Talent Group

      Talent Agent Assistants

      Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

      The Talent Group in Pittsburgh is looking for interns in four areas: on-camera broadcast, print, voice-talent media and promotional/trade show. The requested time commitment is 15 to 25 hours per week (flexible around intern’s schedule). The intern will receive complimentary theatre tickets and the opportunity to attend other industrial functions.

      Past interns are now working at high-profile companies such as Paramount, Universal Studios, William Morris Agency, IMC, MTV, NBC, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, and Disney.

      Responsibilities include:

      • Assisting agents with setting up and calling out auditions for TV and film and go-sees for print
      • Scouting talent
      • Client relationship development, including scouting and developing new sales contacts and consulting with existing clients
      • Assisting the promotional department with scheduling and organizing talent for different events
      • Working with agents in finding talent for ad agencies, film companies, marketing firms, recording studios, photographers, video production houses and any other companies in the entertainment industry dealing with talent
      • Assisting agents in choosing and booking talent for television commercials, non-broadcast industrial videos and radio voice-overs
      • Helping to conduct voice-over and on-camera auditions
      • Updating client and talent databases
      • Assisting agents in writing scripts for auditions

      Requirements/skills desired:

      • Communications; marketing; sports, art and entertainment management; English and theatre majors preferred, but all majors will be considered
      • Must be a disciplined worker, enthusiastic, ambitious and personable
      • An interest in the entertainment industry is a plus

      To apply:

      Send a resume to Steve Shakoske at shak@talentgroup.com or to the address below. We accept applicants for all semesters but space is limited, so apply early.

      About the company:

      The Talent Group is located at 2820 Smallman St., Pittsburgh PA 15222. For more information, visit The Talent Group website.

      USA Today

      Internships in various departments

      Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

      Various sections within USA TODAY, including its website and TV divisions, need interns, year-round, in McLean, Va., just outside of Washington, D.C. Internships are limited to students who will receive academic credit for their experience. Standard minimum work commitment is 15-20 hours, two to three days a week for 12 weeks. Specific hours and days vary with assignments but may include evening and Sunday hours.

      Given our expectations for polish and execution, print desks prefer previous internship experience or a leadership role in your campus newspaper and dot-com desks prefer Web-friendly seniors and graduate students, but exceptional underclass students may qualify. While dot-com internships focus primarily on editing, rewrite, packaging and enhancing content, they also include designing the website to include conceptualizing and creating multimedia graphics, shooting and editing video. Students with Flash and Action Scripting skills are especially urged to apply.

      Our semester-long internship assignments include:

      • News (print and dot-com)
      • Editorial page (print and dot-com)
      • Money (print and dot-com)
      • Tech (print and dot-com)
      • Multimedia/graphics (print and dot-com)
      • Page layout/design (print only in News, Money and Life)
      • Computer assisted reporting (print and dot-com)
      • Sports (print and dot-com)
      • Life (print and dot-com)
      • Travel (dot-com only)
      • Weather (dot-com only)
      • Copy editing (print only in News, Money or Life)
      • NY Bureau (print and dot-com in News, Money, Sports and Life)

      Responsibilities vary with specific assignment but may include:

      • Selecting, editing and publishing stories
      • Providing research
      • Writing headlines
      • Producing charts and tables
      • Learning how paper and web interact
      • Researching and editing photo galleries
      • Limited reporting and writing
      • Interaction with public
      • Editing audio/video
      • Researching and designing graphics
      • Helping to produce special features

      Skills desired:

      • Journalistic editing (keen knowledge of news style, grammar, punctuation, etc.) and headline writing skills
      • Strong and adaptable computer literacy skills (preferably use of Windows) — and also, for dot-com, knowledge of digital imaging software and elementary HTML and interest in interactive media technology
      • Demonstrated interest in — and knowledge of — current events
      • Ability to work quickly in a competitive and deadline-oriented news environment while exhibiting flexibility
      • Ability to conceptualize, package and present content in written and visual terms, for dot-com in particular
      • Preference for an office environment (you won't be on the street like a beat reporter; nor can you telecommute from your campus)
      • Multimedia candidates should be familiar with/adaptable to programs like Avid, Final Cut Pro and/or CoolEdit
      • Graphics candidates should possess Macintosh skills with an understanding of Flash, HTML, and a proficiency in Freehand, Photoshop and/or Illustrator.
      • Willingness to work independently, welcome and solicit feedback, and work and communicate well with others as part of a team

      Deadlines:

      Fall interns: April 1
      Spring interns: Oct. 15
      Summer interns: Dec. 1

      To apply:

      Send your resume and the following to newsroominterns@usatoday.com:

      Cover letter: At the top, indicate up to three prioritized preferences among the sections/specialties listed above. Some sections secure more than one intern each term, and if you are willing to work nights/weekends and have interests beyond News, Life and Sports, you may have a greater likelihood of being selected. Also in your letter, detail your skills, indicate your availability (dates, days and hours), estimate your school's expectations for hours of weekly service for the terms, and provide names and contact information for three references.

      Clips for print internships: Attached three to five clips (in Word document, PDF or other MS-compatible format; NO WEB LINKS)

      Clips for dot-com internships: Attach clips and/or include a link to your website (if you have one). Dot-com applicants should be ready to take a skills test -- same one taken by job applicants --- that will include writing headlines and summaries (briefs) and a test of current events or basic familiarity with the content covered by the section(s) of your choice.

      Learn more:

      Visit USA Today's Internship Page to learn more about the program.

      Veterans Breakfast Club

      Public Relations, Communications, and Marketing Internship
      Multimedia and Photojournalism Internship

      Spring 2012

      The Veterans Breakfast Club (veteransbreakfastclub.com) in Pittsburgh is a young, fun, casual, caring and fast-growing nonprofit whose mission is to create communities of listening around World War II veterans and their stories. (Think StoryCorps, but live and in person.) We hold monthly storytelling breakfasts in four locations and conduct outreach sessions, interviews, and four trips per year around the country to historic sites and events.  Almost 1,000 different individuals have attended our breakfasts in the past year.

      Our executive director, Todd DePastino, is a noted historian and award-winning author of Bill Mauldin: A Life Up Front and Citizen Hobo: How a Century of Homelessness Shaped America.

      We seek two interns who can work 15 hours per week, much of it independently. Each internship comes with a $1,000 stipend.

      These internships represent a chance for two highly directed individuals to help the board and executive director shape its strategic direction.

      Public Relations, Communications & Marketing Internship

      Responsibilities:

      • Creating and rolling out a marketing/PR plan for 2012.
      • Serving as key PR liaison for the organization by connecting with local media, writing and distributing press releases and helping to compose a biannual newsletter.
      • Serving as an ex-officio member of the VBC board of trustees.
      • Creating a Twitter account and a Facebook page and making regular tweets and Facebook page updates.
      • Writing blog posts for the Veterans Breakfast Club website previewing or reviewing events.
      • Serving as a representative of the Veterans Breakfast Club in the community by attending occasional fairs and other gatherings where the organization’s mission can be communicated.
      • Helping to plan and facilitate breakfasts and trips.

      Skills Required:

      • Organization and planning skills.
      • Poise and friendliness when dealing with the public.
      • Ability to work independently.
      • Writing and communication skills.
      • Proficiency in social media. 
      • Interest in history and World War II veterans a plus.

      Multimedia & Photojournalism Internship

      Responsibilities:

      • Creating a Veterans Breakfast Club YouTube channel with uploaded videos.
      • Taking video or photographs during our breakfasts, interviews, and trips.
      • Creating a short promotional documentary video using our existing footage and photos.
      • Creating edited highlight videos that capture the stories of our World War II veterans.
      • Serving as an ex-officio member of the VBC board of trustees.
      • Redesigning and maintaining the Veterans Breakfast Club website.

      Skills Required:

      • Videography and photography skills.
      • Video editing skills; ability to create video podcasts.
      • Poise and friendliness when dealing with the public
      • Writing and communication skills.
      • Ability to edit websites in Joomla or a willingness to learn.
      • Proficiency in social media.  
      • Interest in history and World War II veterans a plus.

      TO APPLY:

      Send a brief email stating your interest to Todd DePastino, executive director, at tdepastino@comcast.net. We’ll take it from there.

      Walsh Photography

      Photography Intern

      Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

      Walsh Photography (www.walshphoto.com) in Pittsburgh is looking for an intern who is eager to learn about the inner workings of a photography studio.

      Responsibilities include:

      • Being part of the team from start to finish
      • Helping prepare for upcoming shoots
      • Location scouting, wardrobe and props
      • Being on set during shooting
      • Lending a hand
      • Assisting with post production
      • File preparation and retouching
      • Projects around the studio
      • Internet research
      • Hands-on applications
      • Assisting in improving workflow
      • As a part of the team, you will help aid us as we continue evolving in this ever-changing work environment
      • Miscellaneous duties
      • Working on promotional material such as a monthly email blast, etc.

      Skills Required:

      • Strong computer literacy
      • Knowledge of Photoshop
      • Knowledge of photography equipment
      • Eager to learn
      • Ability to problem solve
      • Strong organizational skills
      • Attention to detail

      Compensation includes school credit, real-world work experience, a behind-the-scenes look at how the studio is run. Having a vehicle is a plus but isn't required. The studio is located in Polish Hill and is easily accessible by public transportation.

      To apply:

      Please send resume and any samples of work to Frank Walsh at frank@walshphoto.com.

      WHIRL Magazine

      Editorial and Fashion Internships

      Spring 2012

      Editorial and fashion interns must have an interest in magazines and publishing, the ability to use both PC and Mac platforms, working knowledge of AP style, and the ability to meet deadlines. Copy editing skills are also a plus. Primary duties include fact checking, research, event write–ups, clerical work, and database entry.

      Interns who meet and exceed these requirements in the workplace will be given the opportunity to write larger profiles and features. Successful fashion interns will meet the above requirements in addition to managing small photo shoots of products and assisting on feature photo shoots.

      To apply:

      Send resume, cover letter, and writing samples to:
      Katie Mavrich
      Managing Editor
      1501 Reedsdale St. Suite 202
      Pittsburgh, PA 15233

      The White House

      White House Internship Program

      Summer 2012

      The White House Internship Program provides young leaders an opportunity to strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office, develop their leadership skills and actively engage in public service.

      To apply:

      Visit www.whitehouse.gov/internships. A completed application includes two essays, three letters of recommendation and a resume. Application deadline is January 22, 2012.

      Questions?

      Email intern_application@whitehouse.gov

      WordWrite Communications

      Public Relations Internship

      Spring 2012

      Are you a junior or senior college student looking for a challenge from your internship experience? Do you thrive in a fast-paced work environment? Looking to get more than just college credit from an internship? Then WordWrite Communications is looking for you as a spring 2012 intern!

      WordWrite Communications LLC, one of Pittsburgh’s fastest-growing public relations agencies, employs a unique model of public relations to tell its clients’ great, untold stories. Interns will work alongside senior staff members on clients including Kennametal, Buck Consultants, Redstone Senior Living Communities, Pittsburgh Business Group on Health, Pfizer and more.

      We will:

      • Introduce you to a PR agency with both B2B and B2C clients
      • Give you the opportunity to work on real client projects
      • Provide the opportunity to do it all: media list building, event planning, social media implementation and monitoring, media relations, web site building and more!
      • Work with you to structure your assignments to meet your educational requirements and help you meet all of your educational reporting requirements
      • Give you regular, hands-on professional development help from our senior staff, including participation in regional networking events and meetings
      • Enable you to work in a fun, fast-paced learning Provide flexible start and end dates

       To be considered, you must:

      • Be a junior or senior majoring in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, writing or a related course of study
      • Receive academic credit
      • Commit to a flexible schedule coordinated with the WordWrite internship coordinator
      • Have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office with literacy in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
      • Have real experience in social media (having managed a Facebook fan page and/or Twitter page for a client or class project); knowledge of Hootsuite a plus
      • Demonstrate knowledge of PR fundamentals and the ability to put PR skills to use
      • Be proactive, and not afraid to suggest ideas or jump in to projects
      • Have good writing skills
      • Be detail oriented
      • Be able to work independently
      • Present a professional appearance
      • Provide transportation and parking at our Downtown office
      • Bring a strong curiosity and a deep hunger to learn
      • Dreamweaver, Photoshop and/or design experience a plus

      To apply:

      Think you have what it takes? Take these steps to make it happen! First, get smart on everything WordWrite by visiting our website, following us on Twitter and liking us on Facebook. Then send a resume and cover letter to emma.walter@wordwritepr.com.

      WPXI

      News Department Internship

      Spring 2012

      WPXI is looking for news department interns that will assist in all aspects of news gathering, including setting up stories, working with reporters and photographers, and working on the assignment desk.

      You must be a sophomore, junior or senior to apply. The internship is unpaid for college credit.

      To apply:

      Please email resume and cover letter to Mike Bothwell, director of coverage and content, at mbothwell@wpxi.com.

      WPXI-TV is located at 4145 Evergreen Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15214

      WQED-TV

      Television Internships

      Spring 2012

      WQED Pittsburgh is currently seeking student interns to work on locally produced television programs. This spring 2012 internship begins in January 2012 and runs through April 2012.

      A television internship with WQED-TV provides students with a unique, hands-on opportunity to learn how local documentaries, public affairs and magazine-style programs are created from concept to shooting to editing to live and taped production. Student interns work in the field, studio and production offices of WQED-TV.

      Junior and senior college students with a background in broadcast or media studies, communications or journalism are preferred but not required. Students who are seeking an internship to earn college credit are also preferred. This internship requires a time commitment of between 16 and 20 hours per week.

      To apply:

      Please email cover letter and resume to interns@wqed.org.

      WYEP

      Broadcast and Audio Production Internship
      Graphic Design Internship
      Journalism/Reporting Internship
      Marketing and Promotions Internship
      Music and Programming Internship
      Production/Audio Content Internship

      Fall, spring, summer semesters (ongoing)

      WYEP offers a number of unpaid, for-credit internships each semester for full-time students looking to go behind the scenes at a major public radio station.

      BROADCAST AND AUDIO PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP

      The broadcasting and audio production intern will assist our radio programming and production department.

      Responsibilities include:

      • Learning and practicing audio editing with Adobe Audition
      • Learning and preparing content with Digital Audio Delivery System
      • Assisting with creation and production of promotional sports and special programming
      • Editing and preparing network programming for on-air purposes
      • Administrative tasks such as aiding in station events on and off site, database entry, music cataloging and phone reception
      • Additional duties and responsibilities related to the operations of WYEP

      GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERNSHIP

      The graphic design intern will assist our web development team.

      Responsibilities include:

      • Working independently within a very small team assisting director of interactive and print media with graphics for web and print.
      • Creating graphics for ads for newspapers and brochures, membership collateral and WYEP’s website
      • Additional duties and responsibilities related to the operations of WYEP may include administrative tasks such as aiding in station events on- and off-site; database entry, music cataloging, phone reception, etc. 

      Requirements/skills desired:

      • Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and Macromedia Dreamweaver
      • Working knowledge of HTML
      • Music lover
      • Interested in discovering creative solutions to technical challenges

      JOURNALISM/REPORTING INTERNSHIP

      The journalism and reporting intern will assist The Allegheny Front, WYEP’s weekly environmental radio program that explore issues relevant to the lives of those who live in the region.

      Responsibilities include:

      • Engineering and producing interviews in-house and out in the field
      • Creating story and content ideas; research and writing, and working with individual reporters
      • Learning to edit audio content on station equipment
      • Field recording assistance
      • Administrative tasks such as aiding in station events on- and off-site; database entry, music cataloging and phone reception
      • Additional duties and responsibilities related to the operations of WYEP

      MARKETING AND PROMOTIONS INTERNSHIP

      The marketing and promotions intern will assist the marketing and promotions department.

      Responsibilities include:

      • Assisting the marketing director in the production and promotion of WYEP events (may include some evening and weekend hours)
      • Writing copy for on-air features, such as Weekend Outlook
      • Researching and reporting on WYEP-related artists and information
      • Maintaining online concert calendar and arts/events listings
      • Assisting underwriting representative as needed
      • Administrative tasks such as aiding in station events on and off site, database entry, music cataloging and phone reception
      • Additional duties and responsibilities related to the operations of WYEP

      MUSIC AND PROGRAMMING INTERNSHIP

      The music and programming intern will assist the audio programming department.

      Responsibilities include:

      • Training on WYPE Master Control broadcast equipment, including Master Control on-air board, ENCO, Adobe Audition, CD players, DAT machine, VCR, phone unit and microphone unit
      • Maintaining and cataloging WYEP’s music library
      • Studying how a daily “Mix” radio program is produced at WYEP
      • Assisting in producing Weekday Mix shows and finding information for on-air use
      • Maintaining databases for Mix features and archiving audio of in-studio performances
      • Learning about WYPE programming philosophies, mission and audience development
      • Administrative tasks such as aiding in station events on and off site, database entry, music cataloging and phone reception
      • Additional duties and responsibilities related to the operations of WYEP

      PRODUCTION/AUDIO CONTENT INTERNSHIP

      The production and audio content intern will assist The Allegheny Front, WYEP’s weekly environmental radio program that explore issues relevant to the lives of those who live in the region.

      Responsibilities include:

      • Training and full-scale production work on audio editing equipment
      • Engineering and producing interviews
      • Audio archiving and additional weekly production tasks
      • Website updating
      • Administrative tasks such as aiding in station events on- and off-site; database entry, music cataloging and phone reception
      • Additional duties and responsibilities related to the operations of WYEP

      To apply:

      Send resume and cover letter to Director of Education and Community Engagement, 91.3fm WYEP Pittsburgh, 67 Bedford Sq., Pittsburgh PA 15203.

      For the summer program, applications must be postmarked by February 15; for the fall program, applications must be postmarked by July 15; and for the winter/spring program, application must be postmarked by November 15.

      About the company:

      91.2fm WYEP is an independent, eclectic, community-based public radio music station in Pittsburgh.