Sunday, January 27, 2008
Communication and Media Students - Experience a Summer Internship in Chicago!
• University of Dreams Information: The University of Dreams Summer Internship Program is the premier Summer Internship Program for college students. University of Dreams provides college and university students an 8-week, all-inclusive summer internship experience in Chicago.
Included in the experience is guaranteed internship placement in the participants field of interest, professional resume revision, interview coaching, 6 weekend activities to explore the city of destination, a weekly seminar series to equip participants with career development skills, full room and board with on-site staff, a meal plan, academic credit from our partnering university, transportation to work and to planned weekend activities. In short, we help provide all that you’ll need to have an incredible summer experience.
For more information about our Chicago program please contact Catherine Geres at: Catherine@uofdreams.com or 312.701.0915.
• Chicago Scholarship Information: The Candi Carter Scholarship
As a distinguished guest speaker for our Chicago Program, we are proud to honor her commitment to supporting students’ dreams with the Candi Carter Scholarship. Candi is a senior producer of The Oprah Winfrey Show. She has been with the show for over twelve years. Her career began with CNN. She then went on to work for WISN TV in Milwaukee where she won an Emmy for Outstanding Children’s Programming. Candi is a graduate of Boston College and is married with a four-year-old son.
• Eligibility Requirements: All applicants must be African American students interested in a career in communications.
• Essay Question(s): Be prepared to ask the following questions: Why do you want to pursue a career in communications? What is your strongest area of interest in the field of communications? Why do you think you would be an asset to the University of Dreams Program?”
• To Apply:
- Apply for the Chicago University of Dreams Internship Program here: http://www.summerinternships.com/apply/.
- On your application, insert (Any communications based industry for Candi’s scholarship) as your industry of choice
- Under Financial Aid information on the application, mark that you are interested in the Chicago scholarship
- Once you have completed your application and been offered enrollment you will then receive an emailing asking for your essay submissions
Advertising and Graphic Design Students - Experience a Summer Internship in Chicago!
• University of Dreams Information
The University of Dreams Summer Internship Program is the premier Summer Internship Program for college students. University of Dreams provides college and university students an 8-week, all-inclusive summer internship experience in Chicago.
Included in the experience is guaranteed internship placement in the participants field of interest, professional resume revision, interview coaching, 6 weekend activities to explore the city of destination, a weekly seminar series to equip participants with career development skills, full room and board with on-site staff, a meal plan, academic credit from our partnering university, transportation to work and to planned weekend activities. In short, we help provide all that you’ll need to have an incredible summer experience.
For more information about our Chicago program please contact Catherine Geres at: Catherine@uofdreams.com or 312.701.0915.
• Chicago Scholarship Information: The Kristyn Fontenot Memorial Scholarship
Kristyn Fontenot participated in the Chicago program in the summer of 2005. Her life was tragically cut short by a car accident just a few months after graduation. Kristyn graduated as valedictorian from Pineville High school in 2002. She went on to earn her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communication Design from Louisiana Tech University in 2006, where she received several scholarships and was regularly included on the President's and Dean's Lists. Additionally, she has been recognized for her outstanding talent in graphic design, including winning the Louisiana Tech Annual Student Art Show poster competition. Through the University of Dreams Kristyn spent the summer of 2005 in Chicago interning with Two By Four advertising agency. She was planning to attend graduate school at the University of Texas at Austin in the fall. With her enormous heart and her contagious smile, Kristyn has been a comfort and inspiration to all who have known her. University of Dreams would like to honor Kristyn’s memory by offering an annual scholarship to a participant for the Chicago program who has an interest in interning in the advertising or graphic design industries.
• Eligibility Requirements
All applicants must apply for the advertising industry and be accepted for University of Dreams Summer 2008 Chicago program.
• Essay Question(s):
In 200 words or less, tell us why you are passionate about graphic design and/or advertising and why this scholarship will support you in the pursuit of your dreams. Additionally, explain how you plan to honor Kristyn's legacy if awarded the scholarship.
• Graphic Submission:
Submit a graphic design or portfolio of several different designs/advertisements or anything that shows your creativity, work and passion for the field including an original piece aimed at this particular scholarship.
• To Apply:
- Apply for the Chicago University of Dreams Internship Program at www.SummerInternships.com
- Choose Advertising as your Industry of Choice on the application
- Mark that you’re interested in the Chicago Scholarship under the Financial Aid portion of the application
Emerald Isle Marketing & PR - Public Relations Intern - New Berlin, WI
Type | Internship |
Date | 1/18/2008 |
Organization Name | Emerald Isle Marketing & PR |
Job Title | Public Relations Intern |
Geographic Area | Southeast Wisconsin |
Job City | New Berlin |
Job State | WI |
Website | |
Organization Profile | Emerald Isle is a full-service marketing and public relations firm established in 1992. We serve clients in diverse industries – from nonprofits to utilities, financial services and printing. Our menu of services includes research, planning, strategy, implementation of direct mail, special events, media relations, brochures, etc. We work hard, but make time for fun. Lunches out, potlucks, games and wine tasting are among the wind-down activities we’ve enjoyed recently. |
Job Overview | The Public Relations Intern will perform a variety of tasks including brainstorming with the Emerald Isle team on new campaigns or tactics, media release distribution and follow-up and writing press releases, brochures and mailers. The Public Relations Intern will be responsible for other tasks daily as assigned. |
Job Description | The Public Relations Intern is responsible for: * Brainstorming with the Emerald Isle team on new campaigns or tactics * Writing press releases, brochures and mailers * Media release distribution and follow-up * Internet research * Serving as receptionist; answering phones, transferring calls; assisting customers when they arrive for meetings. * Client survey summaries * Press kit compilation * Source reporter databases via CISION * Media kit compilation * Deliveries to clients * Sitting in on client meetings * Shadowing in-house staff * Proofreading magazine, collateral printer proofs |
Job Qualifications | * College student studying marketing, public relations, or another related communications field * Must provide relevant references upon request * Preferably available 20-30 hours/week, but hours are negotiable |
Compensation & Benefits | $10/hour |
How To Apply | Contact: Marianne Rice, Marianne@emeraldislepr.com 262-780-0841, ext. 140 |
Journal Interactive - Interactive Design Intern - Milwaukee, WI
Robert W. Baird & Co. - Graphic Design Internship - Milwaukee, WI
Motion Graphic and Design Intern - Milwaukee, WI
More Info: http://www.bigshoesnetwork.com/find_job_details.aspx?id=1050
Wisconsin DECA - Graphic Design Internship - Any, WI
Want to gain experience while helping to improve marketing education for high school students throughout Wisconsin? Were you a DECA student in high school and want the opportunity to give back to this important association? The Foundation for Wisconsin DECA seeks a driven graphic design intern to develop marketing and branding materials, including letterhead, information kits and interactive presentations. You'll work closely with a team of professional marketers from the Foundation's board of directors, as well as volunteer vendors, students and teachers. Get class credit while developing strong portfolio pieces that will be used in securing funding for Wisconsin DECA, a school-based marketing, management and entrepreneurship curriculum that gives students the opportunity to build skills that will help them successfully transition into their future careers. Work from home, school or our offices. A minimum of 10 hours a week will be required. More Info: http://www.bigshoesnetwork.com/find_job_details.aspx?id=1071
BMA - Student Event
On Tuesday, February 12, 2008, the Business Marketing Association/Milwaukee Chapter will host its second annual "lightning round" interview workshop for college students interested in careers in advertising, marketing, public relations, design and communications arts.
The event will be held at The Eisner Museum of Advertising & Design, 208 N. Water St. in Milwaukee, from 5– 8 p.m. Student attendees must register online at www.bma-milwaukee.org
Eisner Student Event
You grew up with the ads and the brands. Now, grow to love the vast array of their work at The Eisner. Top advertising agencies and design firms help answer the age-old question, Advertising or Design: The Big Question.
$15 Members/Adworkers, $20 Non-members, $10 Students
208 N. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202 theeisner.com 414.847.3290
PMT Advertising - Summer Internship
Students majoring in advertising, public relations or marketing are encouraged to apply. Must have at least junior standing, be available 20-30 hours per week, and work well in team based project environments. Please send resume and coverletter or questions to jobs@pmtads.com
Birdsall Voss & Assoc. (bvk) - PR Internship
An ideal position for a pro-active, confident, enthusiastic, motivated individual who has proven ability to create organization and maintain excellent workflow; can work in a face-paced environment; has effective project management, leadership, interpersonal, and motivation skills; detail-oriented; and can serve as project manager. This position requires being a college senior or recent graduate, or similar, experience.
An Intern assists with the PR team to develop and apply of strategic imperatives and develop creative strategy briefs based on client guidelines. The Intern assists with research activities and applies understanding gained through research; serves as support for assigned clients with supervision; assists to ensure projects are completed within budget and on schedule; maintains client and project files; supports all project tasks, working with creative, media and other departments and vendors; reviews and proofreads all creative materials; and assists with presentation creation.
Paid internship. Casual/fun, fast-paced working environment.
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Communication and Media Students - Experience a Summer Internship in Chicago!
To be eligible you must apply and be accepted for the Chicago program!
Here are the details:
University of Dreams Information: The University of Dreams Summer Internship Program is the premier Summer Internship Program for college students. University of Dreams provides college and university students an 8‐week, all‐inclusive summer internship experience in Chicago.
Included in the experience is guaranteed internship placement in the participants field of interest, professional resume revision, interview coaching, 6 weekend activities to explore
the city of destination, a weekly seminar series to equip participants with career development skills, full room and board with on‐site staff, a meal plan, academic credit from our partnering university, transportation to work and to planned weekend activities. In short, we help provide all that you’ll need to have an incredible summer experience.
For more information about our Chicago program please contact Catherine Geres at:
Catherine@uofdreams.com or 312.701.0915.
Chicago Scholarship Information: The Candi Carter Scholarship
As a distinguished guest speaker for our Chicago Program, we are proud to honor her commitment to supporting students’ dreams with the Candi Carter Scholarship. Candi is a senior producer of The Oprah Winfrey Show. She has been with the show for over twelve years. Her career began with CNN. She then went on to work for WISN TV in Milwaukee where she won an Emmy for Outstanding Children’s Programming. Candi is a graduate of Boston College and is married with a four‐year‐old son.
Eligibility Requirements: All applicants must be African American students interested in a career in communications.
Essay Question(s): Be prepared to ask the following questions: Why do you want to pursue
a career in communications? What is your strongest area of interest in the field of communications? Why do you think you would be an asset to the University of Dreams
Program?”
To Apply:
o Apply for the Chicago University of Dreams Internship Program here:
http://www.summerinternships.com/apply/.
o On your application, insert (Any communications based industry for Candi’s scholarship) as your industry of choice
o Under Financial Aid information on the application, mark that you are interested in the Chicago scholarship
o Once you have completed your application and been offered enrollment you will then receive an emailing asking for your essay submissions
Fullhouse - Web Developer Intern - Milwaukee, WI
More Info: http://www.bigshoesnetwork.com/find_job_details.aspx?id=1034
Fullhouse - IT Support Intern - Milwaukee, WI
Robert W. Baird & Co. - Graphic Design Internship - Milwaukee, WI
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Yellow Pages Association (YPA) Advertising Competition
The 2007-2008 Yellow Pages Association (YPA) Advertising Competition provides real-world experience for students interested in pursuing an education or career in advertising, marketing, graphic design or related fields. Competition winners and their faculty sponsors will share in nearly $10,000 in total prize awards.
Beyond providing valuable experience and monetary prizes, the competition is designed to reward and showcase excellence in student-created advertising. Competition winners will have their work displayed on the YPA Academic web site and the work will be honored at the YPA Annual Convention.
A great learning experience
Last year over 1,500 students at 213 schools participated. 100% of instructors and 98% of students were pleased with their experience. Representative comments included:
Teachers:
- What a great learning experience... having a hands-on experience creating Yellow Pages ads.
- This was a great experience for me and my students.
- Thank you for providing this wonderful teaching and learning opportunity.
Students:
- It was a tremendous amount of fun. I completely enjoyed the experience and am proud to be able to put the ad I created in my portfolio.
- Thank you for the opportunity!!!!!!!!
- Loved the entire experience.
NEW THIS YEAR: A real client
Terminix has agreed to serve as this year's client. Students entering the 2007-2008 competition will create two Yellow Pages print ads and one Internet Yellow Pages ad for this client, who will also play a significant role in the competition judging. Students can work alone or in teams of up to three, under the supervision of a faculty advisor. Multiple teams can enter from the same class or school and the entry can be the result of an in-class assignment, if desired. All entries are due by April 25, 2008.
You can view and download all of the competition materials at the competition materials page (http://www.ypa-academics.org/cc/compet_download_creative.html). You can also directly download the case study which details the competition assignment by clicking on this link: Download case study.
Your students can obtain all of the competition materials after they complete the free registration at the Competition Registration section of the competition web site.
A great way for students to improve both their finances and job prospects after graduation
Prize awards will be distributed as follows:
1st Place: $2,500 to winning team; $750 to faculty sponsor
2nd Place: $1,500 to winning team; $500 to faculty sponsor
3rd Place: $750 to winning team; $350 to faculty sponsor
Honorable Mentions (up to 3): $300 to winning team; $200 to faculty sponsor
Beyond monetary prizes, entry and success in the competition can help students beef-up their resumes. All competition winners will receive a personal letter of commendation from Neg Norton, President, YPA.
Easy to participate - all support materials available online
We've developed a detailed case study, provided Terminix's and competitor's ads as well as other materials to minimize your work while at the same time improving your students' chances of developing a winning entry. All of these materials are accessible through the Materials page at the competition web site.
We've also prepared a flyer that you can use to announce the competition to your class. The flyer can be downloaded here: Download flyer.
Free and easy registration
You or your students can register one or more teams. Just click on this "Competition Registration" link or the competition link on the Yellow Pages Association (YPA) Advertising Competition web site.
Questions
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please feel free to contact me at competition@ypa-academics.org.
Please pass this announcement along
By the way, please feel free to forward this email to any other faculty members or students you feel might be interested.
I look forward to working with you and your students.
Best regards,
Joel DavisCompetition Academic Advisor
Yellow Pages Association
Connell Corporate Park
200 Connell Drive, Suite 1700
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922-2747
Northwestern Mutual Life - College Student - Communications
Supports the implementation of Investment Products & Services (IPS) operations and employee communications, including writing, proofing, updating and distributing operations news to the field and internal communications to home office employees. This position also supports the logistics and execution of employee engagement initiatives, along with incorporating and updating content on the retail investments field-facing Web site, the internal home office Web site for IPS employees and bulletin board material within IPS.
QUALIFICATIONS:
This position has been classified as an Associated Person under NMIS guidelines and requires fingerprinting and completion of required form. Sophomore, Junior or Senior college student pursuing degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or a related field. Must be able to work 12 – 20 hours per week. Minimum of a 3.0 GPA. Knowledge of Associated Press styles. Proficient business and journalistic writing and editing skills. Strong communication skills to include the ability to speak clearly and express self well in groups and in one-to-one conversations. Ability to prepare and deliver concise and clear presentations. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Quark, Photoshop, Adobe PDF writer. High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and professional composure.
Apply via the Northwestern Mutual Web site
Job ID: NM070856
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Alliance for the Great Lakes - Outreach Associate
The Alliance for the Great Lakes is hiring an Outreach Associate to work primarily in
southeastern Wisconsin to educate key constituencies and organize volunteers to support the oldest Great Lakes citizens’ organization in North America as a voice for clean water, water conservation, fish and wildlife habitat restoration.
Responsibilities
• Coordinate and assist in running Adopt-a-Beach in Wisconsin through planning, recruitment, education, communication, and coordination efforts such as press releases, web updates, mailings and workshops. Correspond and communicate with schools, volunteers and a variety of community-based organizations.
• Build partnerships to implement the Adopt-a-Beach program and Great Lakes in My
World curriculum, including: networking, making presentations, running trainings and
other workshops, initiating partnership opportunities and attending meetings mostly
in Wisconsin, with a focus on Racine and the greater Milwaukee area. Recruit, organize, and inspire volunteer groups, students and educators from diverse communities to take part in Adopt -a-Beach and use curriculum activities from the Alliance’s Great Lakes in My World educational resource.
Knowledge/Skills
• Extraordinary “people” skills, including the ability to motivate a wide variety of ages,
organizations, including schools, civic groups, garden clubs, and community-based
environmental organizations. Working with volunteers requires patience and a positive disposition.
• Excellent listening, writing, and speaking skills. Job will require public speaking in a clear, effective manner, newsletter and website article writing, other communication abilities and a willingness to share your enthusiasm for the Great Lakes.
• Attraction to mission-driven public interest work, often with resource limitations.
• Understanding of environmental education, experience working with youth and teachers and basic knowledge of Wisconsin school system functions. Undergraduate degree, with at least three years of professional experience in
natural resource-related education is preferred.
• Encourage integration and teamwork among staff of varying expertise and located in different offices.
• Dedication to the mission of the Alliance and an appreciation for working in a resource-limited, not-for-profit environment.
Job Parameters
• This is a part-time, contractual position, with the possibility of becoming a full -time position contingent on performance, funding and organizational need . Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• After-hours (evening, weekend) work and travel is required for this position, most of which will be in Southeastern Wisconsin. Some travel to other parts of the Great Lakes region may be necessary on rare occasion. Must have a valid drivers license and excellent an excellent driving record. Access to a personal car is desirable.
• The Education Program Director will supervise this position.
Application Process
Deadline for Applications: January 31, 2008 or until position is filled.
Our organization uses an electronic application process to limit the use of paper and to
expedite the hiring process. No phone inquiries, please. Please e-mail a (1) cover letter,
(2) resume, (3) at least three references.
Tricia Piper, Administrative Assistant
tpiper@greatlakes.org
Materials should be compatible with Microsoft Word. Applicants will receive confirmation
of receipt of their materials and further guidance and updates about the hiring process by e-mail, with interviews provided for finalists. No phone inquiries please.
About the Alliance for the Great Lakes
The Alliance for the Great Lakes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Formed in 1970 as the Lake Michigan Federation, the Alliance is the oldest citizens’ Great Lakes organization in North America. Its mission is to conserve and restore the world's largest freshwater resource using policy, education and local efforts, ensuring a healthy Great Lakes and clean water for generations of people and wildlife. For more information about the Alliance’s programs and work, please visit us online at www.greatlakes.org.
Friday, January 11, 2008
Chicago Advertising Federation - Connect Multicultural Internship
The CONNECT MULTICULTURAL INTERNSHIP is the signature program of the Cultural Connection Initative and provides bright, young, and diverse students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience and inside exposure to the ad industry in Chicago. Once selected, 10-15 students will actively participate in internships that range across a variety of advertising disciplines including Creative, Account Service, Media, Account Planning, Print Production, and more. Students gain practical work experience, establish contacts and are better prepared to assume an entry-level position with an agency upon graduation.
Please help us spread the word to any students you know who may be interested!
Selected applicants are placed at participating Chicago advertising agencies.
Please visit the CAF Website for more information and to apply online.
Application deadline is March 7, 2008.
If you have any questions, please email us at info@chicagoadfed.org.
Business Marketing Association to Host Second Annual "Lightning Round"
professionals.
MILWAUKEE - On Tuesday, February 12, 2008, the Business Marketing Association/Milwaukee Chapter will host its second annual "lightning round" interview workshop for college students interested in careers in advertising, marketing,
public relations, design and communication arts.
At the event, each student will sit down with up to five different marketing professionals for a series of 6-minute mock interviews. This quick, intense exercise will give students the opportunity to gain solid interviewing experience and immediate feedback. In addition, students can have their resumes critiqued and will be given valuable job-hunting tips. They will also learn more about opportunities available to them through the BMA, such as the Student Bell awards, scholarship, seminars, mentoring and membership.
"We want to again offer this networking event to students and Milwaukee-area marketing professionals because it was such a valuable opportunity last year for students and professionals alike. There is nothing more real than a job interview and our BMA Student Assistance team works to improve the student's interviewing skills as
well as provide an opportunity to network with local business marketing professionals. This event offers a "real-world" link between the academic and professional worlds with activities that are important to college students," said Randy Will, BMA Milwaukee Education Committee Chair.
The event will be held at The Eisner Museum of Advertising & Design, 208 N. Water Street in Milwaukee, from 5:00 - 8:00 PM on February 12, 2008.
Student attendees must register online at www.bma-milwaukee.org by February 11, 2008.
The cost is $10 for all attendees.
The Business Marketing Association (BMA) is the leading professional resource for business-to-business marketers and communicators. The organization develops and delivers benefits such as career services, information, skill enhancement, and networking opportunities that help its members grow, develop and succeed throughout their marketing careers. For more information on BMA Milwaukee, visit
www.bma-milwaukee.org.
Northwestern Mutual Life - Writing Intern
This position is 18 hours per week (hours flexible based on department needs).
BASIC FUNCTION:
Administer Service Anniversary program and write service anniversary congratulatory letters for the field force. Monitor weekly bulletins and other field communications to identify potential opportunities to highlight field accomplishments. Research and write congratulatory communications on behalf of the Home Office to Financial Representatives and Managing Partners. Compose other miscellaneous communications of a sensitive nature including testimonials, sympathy letters, illness, retirements and milestones and thank you notes. Research requires knowledge of technical terminology and an understanding of the honors and awards program. Research and gather personal and professional information on field leadership when changes and appointments occur. Assist with the creation and administration of Northwestern Mutual's Awards Home Page containing award requirements. Proofread when required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Sophomore or Junior status majoring in journalism, mass communications, English or other related major. Strong creative writing skills. Ability to think visually as well as verbally to contribute to the creation of the website. High degree of proofreading skills and attention to detail. Strong organizational skills. Grade point average of 3.0 or greater.
Please apply online at:
https://careerlink.northwesternmutual.com/frameset.html?goto=joblist.html?erpc=alljobs
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Sales and Marketing Internship
Matthew Meuleners
FOCUS Training
531 South Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204
414.273.4670
matt@focustraining.com
Company Description:
FOCUS Training is a leadership development company that provides interactive leadership training to youth, collegiate, and corporate groups. Working under the tagline Achieving Excellence through Understanding and Action, FOCUS Training is entering it’s 15th year of delivering their expertise in the areas of teamwork, goal setting, effective communication, professionalism, and diversity training.
Position Description:
FOCUS Training is looking for highly motivated self-starters to assist in the operations of their Milwaukee office. FOCUS provides interns with an exceptional educational experience within a fun and exciting work atmosphere. Interns can expect to leave their internship with an applied knowledge of marketing, sales, and communication skills, as well as a complete self-guided project to add to their own job portfolio.
Requirements:
Microsoft Office skills, the ability to take initiative, creativity, and a desire to learn while having fun are all expected components of a FOCUS Training internship.
Job Classification:
FOCUS Training is currently accepting internship applications for part time positions. Interns are expected to make a minimum of a 15-hour commitment per workweek. FOCUS offers a $750 – 1000 performance based scholarship to each intern for the semester, as well as the opportunity to earn a commission for obtaining new clients. FOCUS Training has offered full time post-graduation and trainer positions for past interns.
To learn more about FOCUS Training, visit the website at www.focustraining.com