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Live, learn and intern this summer in D.C.

2012-01-19T13:25:00.000-07:00

Check out the internship possibilities at the Institute for Political Journalism. The priority deadline for scholarships in Feb. 7, so hurry. See www.DCinternships.org/IPJ

Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies and held at Georgetown University, the Institute combines substantive internships, courses for academic credit, career development activities, site briefings and lectures led by working journalists.

This fast-paced, eight-week residential program provides students with opportunities to gain an edge in the job market and graduate school admissions. Students take classes and work for such organizations as PBS Nightly Business Report, Congress Daily, Crosby Volmer Public Relations, Gannett News Service, MSNBC.com, NBC Nightly News and others.

Students will be accepted on a rolling basis until the Final Deadline of March 7, 2012. Students applying by the Priority Deadline of February 7, 2012, will be given preference in admissions and scholarship decisions. For more information and an online application please visit www.DCinternships.org/IPJ. Questions regarding the program or admissions process may be directed to admissions@tfas.org or 202.986.0384.

Click on this link for an informational brochure: https://www.DCinternships.org/tfas/brochure/index.asp.

The institute also sponsors the Robert Novak Collegiate Journalism Awards. The deadline for submissions is April 15, 2012. Prizes for first and second place are $2,000 and $500 respectively. Details on the award, including submissions guidelines may be found at www.DCinternships.org/IPJ/awards.

Health Communications Internship Program

2012-01-19T13:01:00.002-07:00

Applications for the 2012 term are due by March 6th.

Apply online! See website for further details.

http://hcip.nci.nih.gov

The National Cancer Institute (NCI), the largest of the 27 institutes and centers comprising the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is the Federal Government's principal agency for cancer research and training. The NCI coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and supports research, training, health information dissemination, and other programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer, rehabilitation from cancer, and the continuing care of cancer patients and the families of cancer patients.

The NCI recognizes that health information dissemination is key to raising public awareness about new cancer treatments, support for cancer patients and their families, and prevention strategies. To that end, in 1975 the NCI established the Health Communications Internship Program (HCIP) to attract and develop individuals interested in careers in health communications and science writing.

The HCIP gives highly qualified graduate students and recent graduate degree recipients the opportunity to participate in vital health and science communications projects in one of the many offices that make up the NCI. Interns will select an area of emphasis: Health Communications or Science Writing. Six-month and one-year internship terms are available.

Boulder Daily Camera offers paid internships

2012-01-03T20:23:00.000-07:00

The Boulder Daily Camera has a single paid reporting internship that promises daily news experience working with a small newspaper that is fully integrated with its online presence. I have special fondness for this internship as it is in memory of Chris Anderson, a reporter I worked very closely with, who was struck by lightning and killed. That's him on the left.

Helena's IR needs a page designer/copy editor

2011-12-06T09:01:00.002-07:00

The Helena Independent Record is seeking a talented page designer/copy editor to complement its Universal Copy Desk. A sharp eye for newspaper design, strong spelling and grammar skills are a must. The right person must be able to juggle several chores at once, understand troubleshooting computers and meet all deadlines. Strong news judgment is a must.

The universal desk will build pages for both the Helena Independent Record and The Montana Standard. This is a 40-hour position with full benefits. Shifts are evenings and weekends. The page designer is responsible for placing content on most of the news pages of the paper and works in tandem with other designers, editors, reporters and photographers. Online updating of the newspapers' websites is also part of the job.

A college degree in journalism or experience in a related field is a must. Knowledge of QuarkXpress, InDesign, Photoshop, Word and related computer programs extremely helpful.

For more details on the position, e-mail editor@mtstandard.com
Deadline for applying is Dec. 23.

To apply go to www.mtstandard.com/workhere

Include a cover letter and resume and links to any of your work.

Gerry O'Brien, Editor
The Montana Standard
P.O. Box 627
25 W. Granite
Butte, MT 59701
(406)496-5513

Intern at Montana Woman magazine

2011-11-18T09:11:00.005-07:00

Montana Woman magazine is looking for interns. The 12,000-circulation monthly has been in publication since 1994, and it has an online edition too. Editor Cindy Branch tells us she's interested in having a journalism intern and a graphic intern. "The journalism intern would help do interviews and write articles," she writes. "The graphic intern would help with layout and ad design."

If you're interested, contact her at 406-755-5753 or by email: design@montanawoman.com

Learn and intern in Istanbul

2011-11-07T11:08:00.002-07:00

What: Foreign correspondent internships

Where: Istanbul, Turkey

Application deadline: Feb. 1, 2012

Click here for details.

Paid internships at The Minneapolis Star-Tribune

2011-11-07T10:24:00.001-07:00

The Minneapolis Star Tribune offers 11 paid internships for the summer of 2012, including a Kaiser Media Internship in Health Reporting. The deadline to apply is Dec. 1. The person in charge of internships says that in many respects, the interns are treated like regular staff members. They expect them to write, shoot, edit and design for Page One and their growing suite of digital products.

The Star-Tribune says they are committed to helping their interns develop. Interns are paired with mentors in their craft areas in addition to being assigned supervisors. Weekly brownbag lunches are held to explore a variety of topics from multimedia storytelling to investigative journalism. Interns get honest, constructive feedback on how they’re doing as the summer progresses. And they are paid like pros: $692 a week for 10 to 12 weeks. It’s a great deal. But, the internship supervisor warns, "Our internship isn’t for everyone."

"We’re looking for students with enough experience, talent and drive to make the most of this opportunity. Our interns have typically worked at their college news outlet, such as The Kaimin, and done at least one (but more often two) previous internships at professional news outlets. More importantly, they have the kinds of clips and recommendations that stand out in a crowded, competitive field."

The internship application is posted on their jobs site.

Paid summer internships at the Minneapolis Star-Tribune

2011-11-07T10:05:00.006-07:00

Here's the pitch from the Star-Trib's Duchesne Drew:

"The Minneapolis Star Tribune offers 11 paid internships for the summer of 2012, including a Kaiser Media Internship in Health Reporting, and we’re interested in the best and the brightest at the University of Montana. In many respects, our interns are treated like regular staff members. We expect them to write, shoot, edit and design for Page One and our growing suite of digital products.

"We’re committed to helping our interns develop. We pair them with mentors in their craft areas in addition to assigning them supervisors. We hold weekly brownbag lunches to explore a variety of topics from multimedia storytelling to investigative journalism. We give them honest, constructive feedback on how they’re doing as the summer progresses. And we pay them like pros: $692 a week for 10 to 12 weeks. It’s a great deal. But our internship isn’t for everyone.

"We’re looking for students with enough experience, talent and drive to make the most of this opportunity. Our interns have typically worked at their college news outlet, such as The Kaimin, and done at least one (but more often two) previous internships at professional news outlets. More importantly, they have the kinds of clips and recommendations that stand out in a crowded, competitive field."

South Dakota's Capital Journal has a job

2011-11-04T10:42:00.002-06:00

The Capital Journal in Pierre, S.D. needs "a versatile, energetic and creative reporter who understands the responsibility of community journalism but is also intrigued by the potential for a statewide or even national audience."

Staffers there cover a bit of everything and report in a variety of formats. Here's the pitch.

Money to blog about your study abroad

2011-10-27T10:29:00.002-06:00

If you're planning on studying abroad, and are interested in blogging about your experience,apply for a scholarship from Grand Trunk, for up to $3,000. Deadline is Oct. 31. Note that post from IJNet misspells the name of the company but the link goes to the right place.

Want to report overseas? Apply by Dec. 1

2011-10-25T15:06:00.003-06:00

The Overseas Press Club Foundation has internships and scholarships for graduate and undergraduate students who want to report abroad. Here's what they say:

"Graduate and undergraduate students, studying at American colleges and universities, or Americans studying abroad, who aspire to become foreign correspondents, are invited to apply for one of fourteen scholarships or internships to be awarded by the Overseas Press Club Foundation.

"The Foundation pays travel and living expenses for interns in foreign bureaus at such leading news organizations at the Associated Press and Reuters, among others, and at foreign English-language media companies like the South China Morning Post and Cambodia Daily. In many cases, winning a prestigious OPC Foundation award has helped launch careers."

WSJ Online needs a summer video intern.

2011-10-18T09:59:00.003-06:00

The Wall Street Journal Online seeks a video intern for summer 2012. During the 10-week internship, the successful candidate will work both independently and alongside Wall Street Journal reporters and editors, reporting, shooting and editing video pieces that complement and supplement print stories. The video intern will work on live-show crews and be expected to adhere to both tight deadlines for features and breaking news stories and longer-term deadlines for enterprise work.

Maturity, news judgment and proficiency in various professional cameras and FinalCut are musts. Eligible applicants should be graduating between Dec. 2011 and Dec. 2012.

The internship will run from June through August. It is New York based and pays $700 per week. No relocation possible.

INTERESTED?

Apply to Beckey Bright at beckey.bright@wsj.com and Shawn Bender at shawn.bender@wsj.com with a cover letter, CV and links to an online portfolio. No phone calls please.

Deadline is Nov. 1, 2011.

Dow Jones editing test is Thursday, Oct. 27

2011-10-17T10:26:00.002-06:00

The editing test for those interested in the Dow Jones News Fund's 2012 editing internships will be given on Thursday, Oct. 27, at 5 p.m. in DAH 210. Those interested in applying for these internships must also register with DJNF and then submit an online application by Nov. 1.

Successful applicants will receive free training, a scholarship and a paid summer job at a good news organization. The program anticipates placing student editors with 80 news organizations this summer.

For more information, check out this brochure. You'll find study tips and recent years' tests here.

Last year's winners include Quin Loendorf of Valier, Mont., who interned at the Denver Post. Quin died in vehicle accident shortly after completing his internship. You'll find a tribute to Quin from Post staffers at the DJNF's blog.

Hot magazine internships! Apply by Dec. 1

2011-10-13T14:14:00.007-06:00

For nearly 50 years, the American Society of Magazine Editors has sponsored the Magazine Internship Program—a ten-week program for rising college students at magazines in New York and Washington. Since the program was founded in 1967, some 1,800 college students have worked as ASME interns. Nearly 250 have gone on to successful careers in print and electronic journalism.

Big internships wrap up post

2011-10-06T11:22:00.000-06:00

The following are links to some of the larger internships with deadlines fast approaching. Many of these offer multiple internships, including opportunities for reporters, copy editors, photographer and graphic artists. Follow the links for details.

If you are even considering an internship, please attend Dennis Swibold's one-time only overview of how to get an internship and how to get credit for the internship you get. It will be Wednesday, Oct. 12, in DAH 210 from 7 to 8 p.m.

Here are links to the big fish. There are others out there. Go get 'em:

Oct. 29 Deadline
The New York Times

Oct. 31Deadline
The Denver Post

Nov. 1 Deadlines:
The Boston Globe
The Seattle Times
Pulliam Fellowships: Arizona Republic or Indianapolis Star
The Wall Street Journal: New York, Asia or Europe editions

Dec. 1
The Oregonian

Intern in Arizona or Indiana through the Pulliam Fellowships

2011-10-06T10:57:00.000-06:00

The 2012 Pulliam Fellowship is accepting applications for the summer of 2012. Interns will work at the Indianapolis Star or the Arizona Republic in Phoenix as reporters, photographers or graphic artists. Pay is $650 a week. Deadline: Nov. 1.

The Pulliam Fellowship committee looks for strong reporting and writing skills. A previous internship, as well as work on a college paper, is recommended, though not required.

The application is available online: www.pulliam.azcentral.com.

Senate Committee on Finance press internships available

2011-10-06T10:51:00.002-06:00

The Majority office of the U.S. Senate Finance Committee, chaired by Montana's senior U.S. Senator Max Baucus, is looking for interns for spring and summer 2012. These are unpaid internships that offer an inside look at one of the most important committees on Capitol Hill.

The committee is looking for interns who are driven, dependable, and organized. Interns must have strong communication skills and an ability to pay attention to detail and to analyze and synthesize information. Interns "must be motivated, flexible and intellectually curious."

Send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, transcript and two references (one academic, one work-related,) to Jim Frisk at jim_frisk@finance-dem.senate.gov. Deadlines are Nov. 30 for Spring, April 15 for summer.

The intern helps members of the press staff with a variety of media and writing responsibilities, including drafting press releases and press materials, monitoring press coverage of Chairman Baucus and topics under Finance Committee jurisdiction, attending Committee hearings, organizing press conferences and other press events, researching various policy issues and media outlets and more. The committee has juridictions over legislation pertaining to tax, Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, international trade, family welfare programs and investigations and oversight.

Boston Globe internship applications due Nov. 1

2011-10-06T10:41:00.002-06:00

The Boston Globe summer intern program offers a variety of opportunities in the newsroom. Applications are due Nov. 1

The largest group of interns works in metro on general assignment. Other intern reporters are assigned to sports, living/arts, and business. They also have intern positions in the photography and graphics departments, and on the copy desk.

The copy editing position may be filled by a Newspaper Fund intern, and a health/science position is provided through the Kaiser Foundation.

All applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or graduating in May or June. Journalism graduate students who do not have professional experience as a newspaper reporter may also apply. Undergraduates do not have to be journalism majors in order to apply.

An aptitude for newspaper work is the most important qualification for the internship, according to the Globe's website.. Applicants must have had at least one previous internship at a daily newspaper. Applicants must have a driver’s license.

Summer interns work as full-time employees for twelve weeks, between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Interns are paid a weekly wage -- the wage is not specified in materials sent to UM or the Globe's website. Intern work shifts vary. An intern supervisor serves as a writing coach and there are weekly meetings with editors and staff members on a range of issues and topics pertaining to journalism.

Application forms can be obtained from Nadia White or or downloaded from the Globe's website. Click here for 2012 Application. The Globe will not accept e-mail applications, so get them done on time.

APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2012 PROGRAM MUST BE POSTMARKED BY NOVEMBER 1, 2011.

Material will not be returned. Finalists will be asked to go to the Globe for an interview.

Applications for a variety of opportunities at Denver Post due Oct. 31

2011-10-06T10:34:00.000-06:00

The Denver Post is offering 10-week paid internships for the summer of 2012. Deadline for applying is Oct. 31.
Interns work in several parts of the newsroom - as news or features reporters, online producers, photographers or graphic artists or designers. Denver Post interns are paid about $497 per week (housing and transportation to Denver are not included).

The Denver Post also works with Dow Jones Newspaper Fund to identify candidates for copy editing, online and business reporting positions. If you're interested in those internships, apply directly to Dow Jones Newspaper Fund. For more information about the online, copy editing or business reporting internships, please visit http://www.newsfund.org.

The Denver Post also works with The Sports Journalism Institute to select a sports reporter intern. For more information on the sports reporter internship, visit www.sportsjournalisminstitute.org.

REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should have completed junior year in college before Summer 2012
A demonstrated interest in print or online journalism (clips or portfolio)
Reporting applicants should include no more than 5 clips
Please include cover letter outlining which position most interests you
List of three references

Send your letter, clips or portfolio, resume and references to:
Internship recruiter
The Denver Post
101 W. Colfax Ave. Suite 600
Denver, CO 80202

For PHOTOGRAPHY applications, send a portfolio on a CD encased in a CD envelope.

For GRAPHICS or DESIGN, applicants may send portfolios of 8 1/2 x 11 photocopied designs, non-returnable tearsheets or CDs.

DEADLINE for RECEIVING applications is Monday, October 31, 2011. Applications received after that date will not be considered.

Read more: Internships - The Denver Post http://www.denverpost.com/internships#ixzz1a1HZghvQ
Read The Denver Post's Terms of Use of its content: http://www.denverpost.com/termsofuse

Montanan magazine needs a writer/editor

2011-10-05T08:42:00.002-06:00

The Montanan, the award-winning magazine of The University of Montana, is seeking a hard-working student to join its editorial staff. The candidate must have experience in writing and editing. Duties include writing and editing stories for the Montanan, as well as writing and editing press releases, newsletters and other publications produced by University Relations. The successful candidate will work about 15 hours per week, and pay depends on experience. Please send a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to john.heaney@umontana.edu or John Heaney, 325 Brantly Hall, Missoula, MT 59812.

Santa Fe's New Mexican needs a designer/editor

2011-09-28T10:00:00.003-06:00

Here's the pitch:

"The Santa Fe New Mexican, a 24,000-circulation daily newspaper in New Mexico's beautiful capital city, has an immediate opening for an entry-level copy editor and designer. The right candidate will have up to two years of experience designing clean pages on deadline, have a firm grasp of AP style as well as the ability to write clear, attention-grabbing headlines.

"Our editors do a little of everything, from agate to features to A1, while also updating our website, working on graphics and toning photos. You will be challenged during your night shift, but there’s plenty to do during your days — including skiing, hiking and exploring a truly beautiful region.

"To apply, send your résumé and five work samples via e-mail to bbarker@sfnewmexican.com, or to Brian Barker, Presentation Editor, The New Mexican, 202 East Marcy St., Santa Fe, NM, 87501."

Reporter wanted in Twin Falls, Idaho

2011-09-26T10:26:00.004-06:00

Here's what the Times-News is saying about the job:

"South-central Idaho's best and largest news provider, seeks a reporter to dig deep into the intersection of people and policy to consistently bring our readers the stories they'll keep talking about.

"The beat is an eight-county area from which the right candidate will sniff out the best stories from both rural and urban settings. Tasks will range from rooting out the reasons behind utility increases that hit thousands of pocketbooks to profiling a thinning group of Pearl Harbor attack survivors who call the area home.

"The ideal candidate will be equal parts humanist, self-promoter and policy wonk, able to hold court with county prosecutors and rodeo queens alike. Desk jockeys should look elsewhere, as success here will be won with many handshakes and the ideas gleaned after — not through a slew of phone calls.

"The reporter's primary responsibility will be to find and develop six snappy enterprise stories per week and pitch in on other beats when needed, such as when our government reporter is covering the annual state legislative session in Boise.

"Twin Falls is home to 44,000 residents and serves as the cultural and economic hub of south-central Idaho. Year-round outdoor recreation abounds, both in the Snake River Canyon and in the surrounding mountains. You'll work with a vibrant, growing group of journalists committed to producing Idaho's best news product.

"The Times-News is an 18,600 circulation daily newspaper owned by Lee Enterprises. It offers a competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits, vacation, sick, holiday pay and 401K retirement plan. To learn more about our company or to apply, please log on to www.magicvalley.com/workhere.

"Competitive candidates should have a bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field. Prior journalism experience is preferred. Please include a cover letter, resume and three work samples that show your versatility as a reporter and writer.

"We are a drug-free workplace and all applicants considered for employment must pass a post-offer drug screen prior to commencing employment."

Apply soon to intern at the Seattle Times!

2011-09-24T17:06:00.005-06:00

The Seattle Times is currently recruiting for paid, 10-week internships for the summer of 2012. Please see the flyer for details about the positions and application process, and share this information with students. The deadline for all positions is Nov. 1.

Nov. 1 deadline for Wall Street Journal internships

2011-09-23T15:05:00.009-06:00

The Wall Street Journal is looking for summers interns for its U.S., European and Asian operations. These are great internships for those of you who already have an internship or two under your belts. Don't be shy.

The application deadline is Nov. 1. For details and application instructions, click here.

SCRIPPS HOWARD FOUNDATION SEMESTER IN WASHINGTON

2011-09-22T14:39:00.000-06:00

Students studying print, online, broadcast and photo journalism are eligible to apply for the Scripps Howard Foundation Semester in Washington program.

Interns report for the Web-based Scripps Howard Foundation Wire and may also report for campus or hometown news organizations. Interns work with an experienced Washington editor to choose, report and edit stories. Tours of Washington journalism and government institutions and guest speakers are part of the program.

Interns earn a stipend of $2,520 for the 14-week spring term and $1,800 for the 10-week summer term. The program provides free housing in furnished apartments.

The deadline to apply for both terms is Nov. 1, 2011.

For more information, contact Jody Beck at beckj@shns.com or visit shfwire.com. To apply, click here.

Wanted: Sharp reporter for Oil Country weekly

2011-07-14T10:00:00.002-06:00

The Sidney Herald, located in a small community in northeastern Montana, is a 3,050 circulation bi-weekly seeking a full-time general assignment reporter who can deliver accurate and creative stories. Reporting experience is preferred, but we will consider top-notch recent graduates. The ideal candidate should be experienced in reporting, writing, photography and have pagination skills with Quark and InDesign. Video experience a plus. Most important we seek someone who embraces local news, wants to meet people and tell their stories.

The Sidney Herald is part of Wick Communications, a family owned community news company with 32 newspapers and 23 specialty publications in 13 states. We offer a competitive wage and an outstanding benefits package. Sidney is a quaint agricultural community where recreational opportunities like hunting, fishing and camping abound in the surrounding area. Checkout www.sidneyherald.com to see more about Sidney and the publication. Please include writing samples with your resume and cover letter to: Sidney Herald, reporter position, 310 2^nd Ave NE, Sidney, MT 59270 or email info to editor@sidneyherald.com.

Cover sports in a Montana boom town

2011-07-14T09:57:00.002-06:00

The Sidney Herald, located in a small community in northeastern Montana, is a 3,050 circulation bi-weekly newspaper seeking a full-time sports reporter who can deliver accurate and creative sports stories. Reporting experience is preferred, but we will consider top-notch recent graduates. The ideal candidate should be experienced in sports reporting, covering football, basketball, volleyball, wrestling, track, golf, baseball and hockey. The candidate should have excellent writing, photography and pagination skills with Quark and InDesign. Some video experience is a plus. Most important we seek someone who embraces local sports, can communicate well with people and is open to working flexible hours.

Check out www.sidneyherald.com to see more about Sidney and the publication. Please include writing samples with your resume and cover letter to: Sidney Herald, sports reporter position, 310 2^nd Ave NE, Sidney, MT 59270 or e-mail info to editor@sidneyherald.com.