Journalism Internship in Hong Kong

The Wall Street Journal is seeking a budding multimedia journalist to serve as an online intern in Hong Kong for Summer 2013. Over the course of 10 weeks, the intern will work in a high-pressure, real-time newsroom, alongside other editors and reporters, testing your skills at an impressive variety of tasks. You must be passionate about news and stories and work calmly under tight deadlines.

This is not a technical or programming internship. Qualified candidates need knowledge of online publishing and Web page-management, a demonstrated aptitude for using social media and proficiency in working with videos, photos graphics and be able to edit copy. Skilled Final Cut editors, strong video shooters or those with experience using HTML5 or Flash will have an edge in seeking this highly competitive position.  Fluency in at least one Asian language is a plus. Day-to-day responsibilities will include editing and publishing of stories and graphics, working with photos, video and slideshows, creating polls and helping our social media efforts. Interns can expect the chance to flex their programming, writing or video storytelling muscles during the internship.

Pay is $700 per week. Employment will be contingent upon securing the right to work in Hong Kong. Room and board will be the intern’s own responsibility.

Please send cover letter, CV and supporting links to show your best, most-diverse writing, video, graphics or other superior online work to a.najberg@wsj.com. Application deadline is Friday, Nov. 2, 2012, with the internship to commence sometime in June 2013.

Web-based media internship, Des Moines, Iowa

Disability Rights Iowa (DRI) is looking for a qualified intern to collaborate with our webpage design firm in finalizing the design of our new webpage and the transition from the existing webpage. The qualified individual will have excellent written communication skills as they will be tasked with writing the content for the new webpage. The intern will also be responsible for DRI’s social media including Facebook.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Webpage design firm to facilitate completion of new design
• Facilitate merge from old webpage to new webpage
• Review existing webpage content and write content for new page
• Manage and Update DRI Facebook page
• Assist with other web based programs used by the agency such as SurveyMonkey, Vertical Response, and Skype
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications: Applicants should be working towards a degree in Communications, Journalism, Graphic Journalism, Electronic Media, Public Relations, Web Design, Marketing or related field.

• Excellent written communication skills
• Experience or course work in web design
• Experience or course work in webpage administration
• Experience or course work in social media

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with or sensitivity to individuals with disabilities;
• Experience with or sensitivity to individuals from ethnic or language-distinct communities.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Employer: Disability Rights IOWA
Name: Katie Vande Vorde
Title: Operations Manager
E-mail: kvandevorde@disabilityrightsiowa.org
Website: http://www.disabilityrightsiowa.org
Phone: 515-278-2502
Address: 400 East Court Ave, Suite 300
Des Moines, IA
50023 United States

Journalism Internship, KCCI-TV, Des Moines

News internship applications are now being accepted at KCCI-TV in Des Moines. Interested college students can email their application materials to kcooney@hearst.com before 5 p.m. Sept 14. Absolutely no applications arriving after the deadline will be considered.

Applicants should be persons who:

• Are Journalism majors (or emphasizing journalism at a college without a Journalism major) with a broadcasting or Internet/convergence emphasis.
• Have Junior or Senior status
• Will earn academic credit for internship (Mandatory)

Other notes:

• Internships are not paid.
• Applicants should be available for 16 hours per week.
• Single Semester and academic year (9 month) internships are available.

We will conduct interviews with all applicants. Those who are not able to do a face-to-face interview can interview via phone or Skype.

Students: Why your web presence is important

As a college journalism professor, I have spent the past several years harping to students on the importance of putting a professional face forward through everything internet: Social media, web pages, blogging, even text messages and email. However, students frequently fail to understand or simply reject outright my warnings, probably because they haven't yet experienced firsthand rejection or success as a direct result of these media.

I present to you Exhibit A: Erin Guzman, who graduated this May and is off to graduate school. She needed a job. She found one. Not because of the professional portfolio she had compiled as student, but instead from her online presence. Take note of her Facebook status update, which she graciously gave me permission to share:

Hey everyone.
I'm happy to announce that I've accepted a pretty sweet gig at the Vanderbilt Student Communications organization in Nashville, TN (courtesy of Brian's connections) as a designer for ads/publications. I just got out of my "try out" for the job, and my supervisor said something to me that I wanted to pass along to the rest of you.
I know that there are some students who think blogging/social media are far removed from what they want to do for their career. But my supervisor told me that the main reason he wanted to hire me was not because of my portfolio (which was a representation of the work I was seeking to do and the work they needed done), but because of my... wait for it... BLOG. He said the number one thing that sold me to him/the organization was my outside work and interests unrelated to my experience.
That being said, and I don't know how much one can say this, putting forth a good representation of yourself [online or anywhere] is crucial. It's probably THE most important thing you can do for yourself. Experience is a great thing, but sometimes it's the other stuff you do that can be the tipping point between you and another candidate. People aren't just "buying" your skills, they're also investing in you, and they want to know you can make a good impact on their company and you're a good personality to have around. This is also dependent on the job in question, but when there are many qualified candidates, the line gets drawn in other places...
So, returning students, be thinking about that as you're looking for jobs/internships in the semesters to come.
Just wanted to share that bit. --Hope everyone is having a good summer!

That just about sums it up, don't you think?

Marketing/Communications Internship, Johnson, Iowa

Iowa Renewable Fuels Association

The trade association representing Iowa's biodiesel and ethanol producers has an opening for a marketing/communications intern to assist with webpage development and updates, social media, creation of print and radio ads, and newsletter publication. Applicants should possess strong oral and written communication skills. Website and social media experience a plus. In addition, the intern will assist with all association activities, including legislative and regulatory affairs, research, promotions and other duties. This position begins September 10 and goes through May 2013. The internship may extend through summer 2013. Minimum 20 hours per week during school year; full time during summer.

Qualifications: Applicant should have strong interest in renewable fuels. Marketing, journalism or business majors a plus.

Send resume and cover letter to info@IowaRFA.org.


Application deadline is August 31, 2012.

Marketing Representative, Franklin County, Iowa

Marketing Representative 


Hampton Publishing Company has a career opportunity for a full-time outside marketing representative to serve our Cerro Gordo County market and assist with sales in our Franklin County market. 


This position would include base salary with commission. It is our lead sales person for the Mid-America Marketplace and includes established contacts in each of these markets. Cold calling will be expected in order to develop additional prospects. 


The successful candidate would have sales experience, preferably in the media industry, who can develop relationships with customers to help them achieve their marketing goals. They must be self-driven and technologically adept. 


Multi-media sales skills are a plus, but not required. To apply for the position, submit your resume, a letter of interest, and three references to ryanharvey.map@gmail.com or apply on-line at hamptonchonicle.com. Don’t delay as interviews will begin immediately with qualified candidates. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

Sports Editor, Charles City, Iowa

Sports Editor.

Seeking the next great Sports Editor: award-winning five-day daily newspaper in northeast Iowa is seeking a sports editor who can do it all — strong writer, great photographer, can handle layout and get it all done on deadline.

Great opportunity for a weekly sports editor or daily sports reporter looking to move up. Full-time benefits and competitive salary offered in a privately owned and operated family newspaper company. Knowledge of QuarkXpress and Photoshop a plus; ability to handle a camera and shoot strong sports photos a must!

Send resume and cover letter letting us know why you are our next great sports editor to: Editor, Charles City Press, P.O. Box 397, Charles City, IA 50616 or email to editor@charlescitypress.com. No phone calls, please.

Advertising Sales and Marketing Consultant

Advertising Sales & Marketing Consultant. 


Are you totally appreciated in your current job? Have you achieved your professional goals? Is your potential being utilized to the fullest in your present position? Are you being recognized and rewarded for your hard work? If not, consider joining the sales/marketing team at the Ottumwa Courier. 


If we’ve piqued your interest, keep reading! 


We have an opening for a dedicated, self-motivated sales professional to join our dynamic sales/marketing team. You will be working with area businesses to develop their marketing strategies, while helping them grow customers, sales, market share and perpetuate their brand. You supply the proven skills and abilities we need, and we’ll supply the career track and professional training you need to be successful. Hopefully, you will have some type of sales experience, but most of all you are a problem solver, confident, at ease in front of others, outgoing, competitive, goal driven, enjoy working with the public and like getting recognition for a job well done. 


We can teach you the newspaper and new media business if you possess these qualities. If we connect, we will be dedicated to helping you achieve your personal and professional goals. You’ll be surrounded by a team of dedicated professionals. You’ll love the synergy throughout the organization. This position will be a financially and mentally rewarding endeavor for the right person. We will supply you with a career path where your dedicated effort is recognized, and advancement is a reality. 


The Ottumwa Courier is part of a newspaper group of more than 100 newspapers, and they are always looking for talented individuals. We provide an excellent salary, bonus, and benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and more. You can expect to earn a salary and commission of $30,000 - $36,000 during your first year. 


Inspired? Interested? Do you fit our needs? Do we meet yours? If you qualify and are interested, please send letter of introduction and resume to Monica Tews, Ottumwa Courier, 213 Second St., Ottumwa, IA 52501 or email mtews@ottumwacourier.com. Applicants must have stable work history and a valid driver’s license. The Ottumwa Courier and CNHI are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Advertising Sales, Des Moines

Advertising Sales Representative 


Customized Newspaper Advertising, the sales arm of the Iowa Newspaper Association in Des Moines, Iowa, is looking for an experienced inside advertising account executive to sell sophisticated newspaper advertising solutions business to business. 


The qualified candidate would work with a solid existing account base but must be able to prospect, close sales and gain new business to hit revenue targets. Two-year college degree and three or more years of sales experience required. 


Qualified candidate will have strong organization skills, be articulate, and most importantly, be a strong closer. www.cnaads.com. Email resume to: sfett@cnaads.com.

Radio Internship, St. Louis

KTRS Radio in St. Louis is looking for fall interns. We hire interns on a rolling basis and have a degree of flexibility to try and work around interns' schedules.  This is a great opportunity for not only college students receiving credit but students who are looking to get practical experience before they are eligible for credit, or recent graduates looking to gain experience while they seek paid employment.

KTRS Sports Interns have gone on to gain employment for several media outlets and professional sports teams in the St. Louis area as well as across the nation.  Interns will NOT receive monetary compensation.

KTRS Radio is looking for interns eager to work in the sports department of your home of Missouri Tigers athletics in St. Louis. This is a hands-on internship: Assisting on-air sports talent in screening phone calls, researching for shows, gathering and editing sound among other miscellaneous tasks for sports shows. Interns are expected to work odd hours including nights and weekends and will not receive monetary compensation but can receive college credit for their work. Interns should be at least 18 years old. Please send your resume to dsolomon@ktrs.com.

For additional information, check out the KTRS website.