Graphic Designer
Education within a college and/or university alone no longer guarantees you a good job. The current job market is more competitive than it has ever been, and Men’s E-News offers a genuine internship experience that will not only prepare you for today’s job market, but will also help transform you into an asset for any company YOU choose to work for. Classes pertaining to your major are no substitute for real world job experience and this internship does not consist of typical thankless and menial work, but provides a true hands-on experience through direction and personal management. Completing this internship experience will help put you at the top of the list among job candidates.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
• Knowledge of Adobe products: Illustrator, Photoshop, and Flash
• Excellent organization and interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be organized, very motivated and enthusiastic
• Basic understanding of email
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Designing various types of brochures, ads, flyers, and graphics on a project-to-project basis
• Developing a product line and making changes for future season’s product line
• Creating rough drafts, converting it to the computer and website, and coloring and texturing of designs for the projects at hand
• Working as a team with other interns to assure office communication and organization
• Completing long-term projects assigned by hierarchy
BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING THE INTERN WILL HAVE LEARNED TO:
• Include the work experience in their resume and also add to their educational credentials
• Create and produce images and logos
• Work on a strict deadline
• Create graphics to be used for advertisements, i.e. events, products, etc.
• Participate as part of a team, on shared assignments and projects
• Compile a portfolio of completed assignments at the end of the internship
• Better understanding of the organizational structure
• Strengthen relationships through various networking opportunities
• Utilize the skills they have learned throughout the internship and apply them to the real world
LENGTH REQUIREMENT:
The position is open for as long as the student would like, but with a minimum length of 12 weeks, 21 to 35 hours/week.
SPECIFICATIONS:
This position is open to students enrolled at any college or university or a graduate looking for real world experience. The students’ interests must lie in graphic arts.
COLLEGE CREDIT:
While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.
APPLY:
Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to news-editor@mensenews.org. For more information, please call 661-829-6847.
Information Technology
Education within a college and/or university alone no longer guarantees you a good job. The current job market is more competitive than it has ever been, and Men’s E-News offers a genuine internship experience that will not only prepare you for today’s job market but will also help transform you into an asset for any company YOU choose to work for. Classes pertaining to your major are no substitute for real-world job experience and this internship does not consist of typical thankless and menial work but provides a truly hands-on experience through direction and personal management. Completing this internship experience will help put you at the top of the list among job candidates.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
• Knowledge of Microsoft, Mac, and Linux operating systems
• Basic understanding of email
• Completed at least two years at a college or university with a major in Information Technology or a related major
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and research skills
• Strong writing skills
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Maintenance of all company computers
• Resolving all hardware/software issues including malware removal
• Presenting new technological information to the office staff
• Providing technical support to company employees
• Constant communication with company hierarchy
• Collaborating with other interns and group projects
• Researching new technology useful to the organization
• Writing reports on IT maintenance and presenting them to the management team
• Compiling a portfolio of completed assignments at the end of the internship
BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING THE TRAINEE WILL HAVE LEARNED TO:
• Maintain and update Microsoft, Mac, and Linux systems
• Maintain network uptime and security
• Provide technological support
• Participate as part of a team, on shared assignments, and projects
• Deliver presentations to the organization on technological subjects
• Work with a mentor and establish a relationship where regular appraisal/evaluation offers opportunities to give and receive feedback
• Use project management techniques
• Utilize leadership and teamwork skills
• Prepare/deliver personal presentations
• Improve communication skills
LENGTH REQUIREMENT:
The position is open for as long as the student would like, but with a minimum length of 12 weeks, 21 to 35 hours/week.
SPECIFICATIONS:
This position is open to students enrolled at any college or university or a graduate looking for real-world experience. The students’ interests must lie in I.T., computer networking, or related fields.
COLLEGE CREDIT:
While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.
APPLY:
Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to news-editor@mensenews.org. For more information, please call 661-829-6847.
Project Management
Education within a college and/or university alone no longer guarantees you a good job. The current job market is more competitive than it has ever been, and Men’s E-News offers a genuine internship experience that will not only prepare you for today’s job market but will also help transform you into an asset for any company YOU choose to work for. Classes pertaining to your major are no substitute for real-world job experience and this internship does not consist of typical thankless and menial work but provides a truly hands-on experience through direction and personal management. Completing this internship experience will help put you at the top of the list among job candidates.
The Men’s E-News Project Management intern will be trained to communicate properly within a non-profit organization setting. They will be responsible for helping interns set goals and organize tactical plans to help interns achieve and surpass goals. They will be responsible for completing all project goals.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
• Knowledge and ability to write comprehensible emails
• Phone etiquette
• Basic understanding of email (Outlook)
• Currently enrolled at any college or university (or graduated), with at least one management or business class fulfilled
• Strong organizational skills
• Understanding of the importance of compromise in a group setting
• Ability to adjust and comprehend constructive criticism
• Strong writing skills
• An understanding of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Google Docs
• Consistent with following up already completed tasks
• Ability to give constructive criticism
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Daily emails communicating with members
• Product development
• Constant communication with the Editor
• Collaboration on group projects
• Developing and constantly updating Organization Manual and intern opportunity descriptions when new circumstances arise
• Explore new ideas for inclusion in the organization’s strategy
• Compile a portfolio of completed training assignments at the end of the internship
BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING THE TRAINEE WILL HAVE LEARNED TO:
• Support the organization’s interns
• Participate as part of a team, on shared assignments and projects
• Work efficiently in an environment where regular appraisal/evaluation offers opportunities to give and receive feedback
• Gain a true understanding of what it means to manage a diverse group of people
• Establish relationship development with writers and contributors to the website
• Manage a variety of projects
• Demonstrate valuable leadership and teamwork skills
• Improve personal presentation and communication skills
LENGTH REQUIREMENT:
The position is open for as long as the student would like, but with a minimum length of 12 weeks, 21 to 35 hours/week.
SPECIFICATIONS:
This position is open to students or graduates of any college or university. The students’ interests must lie in management and organizational skills.
COLLEGE CREDIT:
While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.
APPLY:
Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to news-editor@mensenews.org. For more information, please call 661-829-6847.
Journalism
Education within a college and/or university alone no longer guarantees you a good job. The current job market is more competitive than it has ever been, and Men’s E-News offers a genuine internship experience that will not only prepare you for today’s job market, but will also help transform you into an asset for any company YOU choose to work for. Classes pertaining to your major are no substitute for real world job experience and this internship does not consist of typical thankless and menial work, but provides a true hands-on experience through direction and personal management. Completing this internship experience will help put you at the top of the list among job candidates.
If you’re interested in working in the media, doing an internship while you’re in college is an absolute must. You can most likely get academic credits for it, but most importantly, you will gain valuable hands-on-experience that will impress prospective employers and give you an advantage over other applicants when entering the job market.
“I can’t emphasize enough the importance of summer internships,” says Randy Hagihara, recruitment editor for the Los Angeles Times. “The more the better.”
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
- Knowledge of Adobe products: Illustrator, Photoshop, and Flash
- Excellent organization and interpersonal skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be organized, very motivated and enthusiastic
- Basic understanding of email
THE KIND OF PROJECTS / TASKS THEY WILL BE UNDERTAKING WILL INCLUDE:
- Interviewing writers for the website
- Contributing to the writing for the website development, newsletters, and Featured Article section of the website.
- Assisting in adding new contacts to our database.
- Website: Update content and events on our website
- Facebook: monitoring and updating our Facebook page
- Twitter: monitoring and updating our Twitter page
- Write press releases on current events.
- Other events – helping out where required.
- Uploading stories to the website.
- Sending out newsletters to our members.
- Updating databases with key contacts
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- Daily communication with PR and marketing professionals.
- Help manage and create online blog and social media content for Facebook and Twitter
- Aid in editing articles that will be posted on the website.
- Building our writing team
- Conduct interviews with potential writers for the website.
- Improve website development
- Assist in designing various types of brochures, ads, and flyers on a project-to-project basis
- Working as a team with other interns to assure office communication and organization
- Completing long-term projects assigned by hierarchy
BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING THE TRAINEE WILL HAVE LEARNED TO:
- Add real world experience to their educational credentials
- Write articles for a national website
- Work on a strict deadline
- Create content to be used for advertisements, i.e. events, brochures, and flyers.
- Participate as part of a team, on shared assignments and projects
- Compile a portfolio of completed assignments at the end of the internship
- Better understanding of the organizational structure of a company
- Strengthen relationships through various networking opportunities
- Demonstrate valuableleadership and teamwork skills
LENGTH REQUIREMENT:
The position is open for as long as the student would like, but with a minimum length of 12 weeks, 21 to 35 hours/week.SPECIFICATIONS:
This position is open to students enrolled at any college or university or a graduate looking for real world experience. The students’ interests must lie in journalism.COLLEGE CREDIT:
While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.APPLY:
Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to news-editor@mensenews.org. For more information, please call 661-829-6847.Public Relations
Education within a college and/or university no longer guarantees you a good job. The job market is more competitive now than it has ever been. Men’s E-News offers a genuine internship experience that will not only prepare you for today’s job market, but will transform you into an asset for any company YOU choose to work for. Classes pertaining to your major are no substitute for a real world experience. This internship does not consist of merely typical thankless and menial work, but provides a true hands-on experience through direction and personal management. Having this intern experience can put you at the top of the list among job candidates.
DESCRIPTION
As a small non-profit we are looking for an intern interested in learning all aspects of the public relations field. The intern who fills this position should expect to learn the field from top to bottom, and will complete this program ready to enter any fast-paced public relations firm with excellent skills. It’s essential that applicants to this position have excellent communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
• Strong communication skills
• Applicants should also have strong writing skills
• An understanding of our social media tools from Facebook, Twitter, Google, Pintrerest, etc.
• Interest in social issues preferred.
• Demonstrates flexibility; can redefine the role as needed and adapt to change.
• Expert research skills
• Interacts professionally and appropriately within a variety of situations.
• Builds consensus, facilitates win-win business outcomes, gains and builds commitment to new ideas and courses of action.
• Clearly articulates, presents, and promotes ideas and issues before various audiences in a professional settings.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify and solve problems quickly, decisively, and independently.
• Shares information, cooperates with others, and is comfortable participating as part of a team.
• Should be majoring in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or Journalism
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications should apply.
REQUIREMENTS
Students applying for this internship must have strong communication skills and should be majoring in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or Journalism. Applicants should also have strong writing skills, as well as a solid understanding of social media. Only interns proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications should apply.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Monitor all forms of media
• Schedule and coordinate speaking engagements, appearances, and other special events
• Write press releases and other materials
• Answer phone calls
• Assist with mailings, print production
• Create interview preparation materials
• Compile contact lists
• Search for articles relevant to our website
• Create or update databases
• Greet guests and clients
BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING THE TRAINEE WILL HAVE LEARNED TO:
• Fully understand the different responsibilities associated with a public relations position.
• Compile a portfolio of completed assignments at the end of the internship
• Gain an advanced understanding of pubic relations
• Obtain experience in the importance of using social media in a public relations position.
• Connect the importance of using public relations within an organization
• Understand how public relations is beneficial to an organizations growth
LENGTH REQUIREMENT:
The position is open for as long as the student would like, but with a minimum length of 12 weeks, 21 to 35 hours/week.
SPECIFICATIONS:
This position is open to students enrolled at any college or university or a graduate looking for real world experience. The students’ interests must lie in the social networking and media field.
COLLEGE CREDIT:
While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.
APPLY:
Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to news-editor@mensenews.org. For more information, please call 661-829-6847.
Social Media
Education within a college and/or university no longer guarantees you a good job. The job market is more competitive now than it has ever been. Men’s E-News offers a genuine internship experience that will not only prepare you for today’s job market, but will transform you into an asset for any company YOU choose to work for. Classes pertaining to your major are no substitute for a real world experience. This internship does not consist of merely typical thankless and menial work, but provides a true hands-on experience through direction and personal management. Having this intern experience can put you at the top of the list among job candidates.
We are looking for an intern to assist with our social media marketing efforts. You will learn the ins and outs of our organization and how to make social media a productive part of our overall marketing efforts for a non-profit organization.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
• Excellent written and verbal communication, strong editing skills• Be creative with an eye for design
• Knowledge of digital media software — Photoshop or other graphic design software, etc. is preferred
• Knowledge of digital media software — Adobe, iMovie is a plus
• Knowledge of social media — Facebook, Twitter, Linkedln, YouTube, blogs, etc.
• Willingness to create video blog posts, write blog posts, and Facebook, Twitter posts daily
• Energy, with a desire to come up with fresh ideas on how to grow our online presence
• Ability to identify a target market and “speak” to that group through social media
• Experience proofreading and editing
• Expert Research skills
• Interest in social issues preferred.
• Demonstrates flexibility; can redefine the role as needed and adapt to change.
• Interacts professionally and appropriately within a variety of situations.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify and solve problems quickly, decisively, and independently.
• Shares information, cooperates with others, and is comfortable participating as part of a team.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Being the authorized voice of the Men’s E-News by managing our online presence.
• Assisting with the management of profiles and pages (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.)
• Uploading videos, photo albums, etc.
• Finding users to follow/friend/like our organization
• Writing and posting blog posts/tweets/updates, etc.
• Tracking the growth and the impact of social media on our business
• Replying to comments, messages, etc.
• Report findings to the team
• Consistently learn and grow, ask pertinent questions
• Minor video editing skills are a plus
• Uploading videos, photo albums, etc.
• Finding users to follow/friend/like our organization
• Writing and posting blog posts/tweets/updates, etc.
• Tracking the growth and the impact of social media on our business
• Replying to comments, messages, etc.
• Report findings to the team
• Consistently learn and grow, ask pertinent questions
• Minor video editing skills are a plus
• Serving as the information hub, communicator and daily monitor for online activities within Men’s E-News.
• Managing our online media, messages and emails, monitoring for inappropriate content, spammers or content that can be promoted.
• Overseeing all of our social networking and recommending new programs as they become available.
• Managing positive community site experience through customer service and support.
• Participating in forums, blogs and relevant communities representing Men’s E-News.
• Constant research pertaining to any up-and-coming social networks
• Send out press releases through online tools
• Post intern postings
• Research, write and edit social media content
• Website and social media optimization
• Send out press releases through online tools
• Post intern postings
• Research, write and edit social media content
• Website and social media optimization
BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING THE TRAINEE WILL HAVE LEARNED TO:
• Fully understand the industry and member knowledge
• Compile a portfolio of completed assignments at the end of the internship
• Gain an advanced understanding of current social networks
• Obtain experience in up-and-coming social media outlets
• Connect the importance of up-to-date social networking within an organization
• Understand how social networking is beneficial to an organizations growth
LENGTH REQUIREMENT:
The position is open for as long as the student would like, but with a minimum length of 12 weeks, 21 to 35 hours/week.
SPECIFICATIONS:
This position is open to students enrolled at any college or university or a graduate looking for real world experience. The students’ interests must lie in the social networking and media field.
COLLEGE CREDIT:
While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.
APPLY:
Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to news-editor@mensenews.org. For more information, please call 661-829-6847.
Sales/Marketing
Education within a college and/or university no longer guarantees you a good job. The job market is more competitive now than it has ever been. Men’s E-News offers a genuine internship experience that will not only prepare you for today’s job market, but will transform you into an asset for any company YOU choose to work for. Classes pertaining to your major are no substitute for a real world experience. This internship does not consist of merely typical thankless and menial work, but provides a true hands-on experience through direction and personal management. Having this intern experience can put you at the top of the list among job candidates.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
• Knowledge and ability to write press releases
• Phone etiquette
• Basic understanding of email (Outlook)
• Experience in marketing collateral (flyers, advertisements, promotions)
• Currently enrolled at any college or university, with at least one marketing class fulfilled
• Strong research skills
• Up-to-date on all current market trends (SEO, Google analytics)
• Completed marketing plan
• Understanding the importance of group work as well as individual work
• Strong writing skills
• An understanding of Microsoft, Outlook, Excel, Google Analytics, Google Docs
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Press Releases
• Long-term marketing projects
• Brochures, Advertisements, Promotions
• Constant communication with company management
• Collaboration with other interns and group projects
• Constantly updating Facebook, Twitter and any other social media
• Writing reports and present them to the management team
• Market and explore new ideas for inclusion in the organization’s strategy
• Outreach to organizations/individuals interested in the website
• Compile a portfolio of completed projects at the end of the internship
BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING THE TRAINEE WILL HAVE LEARNED TO:
• Develop marketing strategies for the organization, website, and newsletters
• Support promotional activities and campaigns
• Participate as part of a team, on shared assignments, and projects
• Develop new strategies on making the website/organization more visible to the members and the pubic
• Organization and customer knowledge
• Relationship development with members, organizations, and the public
• Project management
• Analysis techniques
• Leadership skills
• Teamwork skills
• Personal presentation and communication skills
• Fuller understanding of the industry and customer knowledge
LENGTH REQUIREMENT:
The position is open for as long as the student would like, but with a minimum length of 12 weeks, 21 to 35 hours/week.
SPECIFICATIONS:
This position is open to students enrolled at any college or university. The students’ interests must lie in marketing, public relations, advertising, or related fields.
COLLEGE CREDIT:
While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.APPLY:
Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to news-editor@mensenews.org. For more information, please call 661-829-6847.Video Production
Education within a college and/or university no longer guarantees you a good job. The job market is more competitive now than it has ever been. Men’s E-News offers a genuine internship experience that will not only prepare you for today’s job market, but will transform you into an asset for any company YOU choose to work for. Classes pertaining to your major are no substitute for a real world experience. This internship does not consist of merely typical thankless and menial work, but provides a true hands-on experience through direction and personal management. Having this intern experience can put you at the top of the list among job candidates.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
• Knowledge and ability to organize, write, and direct videos
• Phone etiquette
• Basic understanding of email (Outlook)
• Experience with video editing software
• Customer service skills
• Understanding the importance of group work as well as individual work
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Developing videos about the Men’s E-News website
• Developing PSA’s about the organization
• Sound mixing
• Video editing
• Customer Service
• Freelancing
BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING THE TRAINEE WILL HAVE LEARNED TO:
• Fuller understanding of the industry
• Compile a portfolio of completed projects at the end of the internship
• Real life videographer experience
• Provide videos to the media
LENGTH REQUIREMENT:
The position is open for as long as the student would like, but with a minimum length of 12 weeks, 21 to 35 hours/week.
SPECIFICATIONS:
This position is open to students enrolled at any college or university or a graduate looking for real world experience. The students’ interests must lie in communications, film studies, digital media, or video.
COLLEGE CREDIT:
While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.
APPLY:
Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to news-editor@mensenews.org. For more information, please call 661-829-6848.
Web Development
Education within a college and/or university no longer guarantees you a good job. The job market is more competitive now than it has ever been. Men’s E-News offers a genuine internship experience that will not only prepare you for today’s job market, but will transform you into an asset for any company YOU choose to work for. Classes pertaining to your major are no substitute for a real world experience. This internship does not consist of merely typical thankless and menial work, but provides a true hands-on experience through direction and personal management. Having this intern experience can put you at the top of the list among job candidates.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
• Strong proficiency in Windows and/or Mac operating system. Linux a plus.
• Knowledge of Photoshop as it pertains to web related tasks such as button creation, image slicing, image optimization, banner creation, etc.
• Experience with HTML, CSS and the ability to code without the use of a WYSYWIG program.
• Familiarity with Adobe Dreamweaver or equivalent programs.
• Design skills including website layout, image selection, typography and use of color.
• Up-to-date on all current market trends (SEO, Google analytics.)
• Understanding of the importance of group work as well as individual work.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and research skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter; organized; detail-oriented; able to manage time and multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Basic Social Media knowledge.
• A basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications and email (Outlook.)
• A desire to learn more about trending web technologies.
• Knowledge and experience with any of the following a plus: Joomla, JavaScript, PHP, XML; SQL databases.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
• Participate in website redesign and content review.
• Website layout and interface creation and implementation, including graphics creation (banners, titles, buttons, etc.)
• Edit and update existing website content.
• Coordinate content updates and uploads to the websites.
• Review and provide regular statistical and analytical reports of website traffic.
• Integrate Blog applications and Social Networking functions into the websites and/or work with them in a stand-alone environment.
• Keyword review and analysis.
• Ad banner creation.
• Cross browser testing and troubleshooting.
• Work as a team with other interns to assure office communication and organization.
• Complete long-term projects assigned by hierarchy.
BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING THE TRAINEE WILL HAVE LEARNED TO:
• Add real world professional web production experience to their educational credentials.
• Improve their knowledge and skills in numerous aspects of Web Development.
• Compile a portfolio of completed assignments at the end of the internship.
• Participate as part of a team, on shared assignments and projects.
• Work on a strict deadline.
• Build relationships through various networking channels.
• Utilize teamwork skills.
LENGTH REQUIREMENT:
The position is open for as long as the student would like, but with a minimum length of 12 weeks, 21 to 35 hours/week.
SPECIFICATIONS:
This position is open to students enrolled at any college or university or a graduate looking for real world experience. The students’ interests must lie in web development.
COLLEGE CREDIT:
While this is an UNPAID internship, student interns will have an opportunity to receive college credit. Contact your undergraduate advising officer for more information on academic credit.
APPLY:
Students wishing to apply for the internship should email resumes to news-editor@mensenews.org. For more information, please call 661-829-6847.