Internship Opportunities
The School of Communication offers a variety of great internship opportunities in the Bloomington / Normal area as well as in the Chicago and St. Louis area. All of our internship opportunities are posted, although they may already be filled for the following semester. For More Information, see Tom Lamonica in Fell 456 or email him by clicking here.
| Agency PR | Atlanta, GA | Manning Selvage & Lee | MS&L's Summer Internship Challenge …requirements: 3.0, junior or senior year complete, prior work / internship / volunteer experience … resume, cover letter, 2 writing samples(2 pages or less), academic reference, professional reference, 400-word essay | Jenni S. McDonough, VP Human Services … 404.870.6802 … jenni.mcdonough@mslworldwide.com |
| Project Management | Beijing, Rep. of China | Universal Ideas Management Training Co., Ltd. | Assist with project work … strong communication skills, understanding of Chinese culture | Rebecca Xu … HR and Admin Manager 86 10 85262528 ext.16 … Rebecca@uichina.com |
| Advertising / Communication / Public Relations / Event Planning | Bloomington | ACME Solutions, LLC | Writing, research, customer relations. | Sherry Galbreath, president … 309.981.0846 … sherry@solutionsbyacme.com |
| Public Relations | Bloomington | Alzheimer's Association of Greater Illinois | Assist the Manager of Public Relations in meeting the goals set by the senior management team ... assist in designing and writing copy for Chapter promotional materials …assist with strategic planning for information activities … strong organizational, written and speaking communication skills. | Marc Gentzler, Manager, Public Relations, 847-933-2413, Marc.Gentzler@alz.org |
| Public Relations / Event Support | Bloomington | American Red Cross of the Heartland | Assisting sponsorship and public sales through event support, verbal and written communication, organizational leadership and planning. | Lyn Hruska, executive director … 309.662.0500, ext. 7423 … lynda.hurska@redscroess.org |
| Sports Sales | Bloomington | Bloomington Blaze professional hockey | Sales and promotion for professional hockey … strong work ethic, self-confidence, determination, research and sales skills | Alex Menoni, account executive, 309-434-2980, alex@bloomingtonblaze.com |
| Sports PR / Marketing / Events | Bloomington | Bloomington Blaze professional hockey | Marketing and promoting professional hockey … strong professional work ethic / commitment, versatile skills. | Donna Wampler, operations manager, 309-434-2981, donnawampler@gmail.com |
| Video Production | Bloomington | Business Builders | Opportunity to work on internal company video projects and external client video projects as well as research video related topic areas. Students will need a basic understanding of video / sound capture (standard and HD) and PC based digital video editing (Adobe Creative Suite preferred). | Shane Thomison, senior design manager, 309.827.7977 ext. 21 … shane@buildrevenuenow.com |
| Marketing, Social Media, Communication | Bloomington | The Cekander Group, owners of Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant | Social media marketing and networking for local franchises of one of the hottest restaurants in the USA … social media skills, organizational skills, creative skills, writing and editing. | Alison Whisenant … awhisenant@mryouth.com (no phone calls please) |
| PR / Marketing support | Bloomington | City of Bloomington | Assist marketing manager in planning and implementation of campaigns & programs organized, effective at public speaking, ability to write, design, and or create promotional pieces; strong group and interpersonal skills; able to work independently, takes initiative, problem solving and critical thinking skills. Strong Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, and Publisher skills ... prior work / internship / volunteer experience … resume, cover letter, 2 writing samples (2 pages or less), academic reference, professional reference, 400-word essay. |
Elly Rankin, Marketing Project Manager … 847.271.2823 … erankin@cityblm.org, |
| PR / Media Relations | Bloomington | COUNTRY Financial | News releases, writing agent columns and employee promotional announcements for employee intranet, creating media message points, staff meetings, updating media contact lists, assisting with golf tournament and other duties as assigned ... news writing, radio station or TV experience valuable, computer skills, organizational ability, self-motivation. | Chris Anderson, Media Relations Coordinator, chris.anderson@countryfinancial.com, 309.821.2031 |
| Communication / HR | Bloomington | COUNTRY Financial | Review and track applicant resumes, post positions on career websites, data analysis, research of competitor career opportunities ...communication, organization, research and analytical skills | Carly Miller, College Relations coordinator … (309) 821-4104 … carly.miller@countryfinancial.com |
| Communication / Marketing support | Bloomington | COUNTRY Financial | Plan, develop and implement a variety of marketing or training related projects. Conducts research and analyzes results. Completes project documentation and administrative tasks…..communication, organization, research and analytical skills, ability to work independently and within a team environment, takes initiative, problem solving and critical thinking skills. | Carly Miller, College Relations coordinator … (309) 821-4104 … carly.miller@countryfinancial.com |
| Corporate Communication / Journalism | Bloomington | COUNTRY Financial | Writing for internal and external audiences, including web content … excellent organizational, written & verbal skills, including AP Stylebook, graphic design skills and web development helpful. | Carly Miller, College Relations coordinator … (309) 821-4104 … carly.miller@countryfinancial.com |
| PR / Museums | Bloomington | David Davis Mansion | Activities to promote and support museum and state historic site … organizational skills, writing skills, creativity, ability to work with volunteers. | Dr. Marcia D. Young … 309.828.1084 …mdyoung1942@hotmail.com … |
| Journalism | Bloomington | East Central Illinois Agency on Aging | As ombudsmen, we deal with a variety of cases, from abuse (financially, physically, and emotionally) to residents not maintaining their basic rights. We are looking for someone to visit with various success stories and write articles explaining the achievement of not only the resident, but of the ombudsman as well. These articles will be published in various newspapers and presented to legislators as a way of promoting our program. Academic Terms Available (name each as appropriate—fall, spring, summer): Fall, Spring, Summer |
Tami Wacker, Operations Manager / Regional Ombudsman, 309.829.2065 ext. 209 ...twacker@eciaaa.org, |
| PR | Bloomington | Easter Seals | Administrative support to the Development Director for Bloomington-Normal Development in planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the special events program and provide support for the annual Telethon VIP Program in Bloomington-Normal. | Kersten Wilson … 309.663.8275 … kwilson@ci.easterseals.com |
| Communications | Bloomington | Faith in Action of Bloomington-Normal | Develop and assist in implementing a public relations campaign to engage the community to become volunteers for FIA. Skills needed-proficiency in utilizing social media, updating websites, scheduling speaking engagements, writing radio and tv scripts, comfortable working with older adults and faith based groups, enjoy research, ability to meet deadlines and work independently and as part of a team. | Linda Bolivar, executive director, 309-827-7780, director@bnfia.org, |
| Event Planning & PR | Bloomington | Family & Community Resource Center | Assist event coordinator with events, contacting businesses regarding donations, brain storming ideas for other events, entering information into excel, writing letters, creating flyers, researching, answering phones if the receptionist is absent, greeting visitors, and completing other duties as assigned ... proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel |
Chelcia Kennedy, 309-821-1616 … ckennedy@familyandcommunityresourcecenter.org |
| Public Relations / Marketing Support | Bloomington | Girl Scouts of America | Special events management .. Writing, powerpoint, development support projects … strong writing & skills with desk-top publishing and possibly design … fun, fast-paced environment | Patti Flynn … pflynn@girlscouts-gsci.org … 217-523-8159 Ext. 1615 … |
| PR / Agency | Bloomington | Great Plains LIFE Foundation | Planning, organizing and promoting events to help not-for-profit organizations raise funds and execute assistance programs … writing, interpersonal, research, planning, visual communication, speaking, web site skills. | Liz Skinner, Director of Public Relations, Paul Segobiano, Director of Development … gplife@hotmail.com ... 309.828.3406 |
| Visual Communication / New Media | Bloomington | Great Plains LIFE Foundation | Website upkeep and development to support agency public relations firm and its clients combined with other public relations planning, writing and organizational opportunities … html skills, interpersonal skills, high-level technical skills, writing skills. | Liz Skinner, Director of Public Relations, Paul Segobiano, Director of Development … gplife@hotmail.com 309.828.3406 |
| Media Relations | Bloomington | Gold's Gym | Working with Lead Director of Operations and our public relations firm to pitch newsworthy stories to local media and ensuring new programs, events, and personal achievement are recognized via in-gym marketing including updating scrolling board, website, and social media pages. Intern needs to have excelled at courses in effective written and verbal communication and display attention to detail in all communication. Intern needs to be able to multi-task and switch tasks effectively in a short amount of time with little notice |
Suzanne Kosik, Lead Director of Operations, 309-661-4653, skosik@goldsgymfamily.com |
| Public Relations Research & Customer Service | Bloomington | Gold's Gym | Medallia is a customer experience survey that measures how likely our members would be to refer our facility to their friends / family. Lead Director of Operations responds to all members and ensures any questions or concerns are answered. An internship with Medallia would include socializing gym responses to Medallia questions in-gym and via social media, and compiling data from member surveys into reports to assist in business decision-making. Intern needs to have experience using Microsoft Excel. |
Suzanne Kosik, Lead Director of Operations, 309-661-4653, skosik@goldsgymfamily.com |
| Not-for-Profit PR | Bloomington | Gold's Gym | Working with Susan G Komen Race for the Cure, Team Gold’s-Intern would create a member, employee, and community team to raise awareness and raise money for the Race for the Cure. The internship would be a summer internship with the race being the second weekend in September. Internship would include informing members and staff about the team, creating reasons for members and staff to join the team, helping the team create and carry out fundraising events, communicate race event to the team and participate in documenting and socializing all steps including the race for use in the gym. | Suzanne Kosik, Lead Director of Operations, 309-661-4653, skosik@goldsgymfamily.com |
| PR / Communications / Marketing | Bloomington | Hearts at Home | Event promotions; writing, designing, and or creating promotional pieces; web research; interpersonal communication; community marketing; teamwork ... interpersonal, organizational, team-working, internet skills. | Melissa Hucal, Senior Director of Marketing, mhucal@hearts-at-home.org, 309.828.6667 |
| PR / Non-Profit | Bloomington | Home Sweet Home Ministries | Assist CEO of center serving poor and homeless for more than 90 years with research, fundraising, special events, grant proposals and donor relations … excellent written and oral skills, self-driven, comfortable with Christian ministry environment. | Sabrina Burkiewicz, VP / marketing & communication … 309.834.4746 ...sburkiewicz@hshministries.org |
| Organizational Communication, Event Planning, Marketing Support | Bloomington | Kingston Financial Group | Plan events, conduct research, assist in scheduling and hosting clients, develop brochures and newsletters for financial services organization … good writing, organization and interpersonal communication skills | Vickie Buechele … 309.633.9477 …vickibuchele@kingstonfinancial.us |
| Marketing Support | Bloomington | McLean County Chamber of Commerce | Assist in planning and coordinating events, working with sponsors and providing content to an active web site … writing skills, organizational skills, interpersonal skills and the ability to see the big picture are important | Carrie Little, marketing & communications director … 309.829.6344 … carrie@mcleancochamber.org |
| Communication / Educational Programs | Bloomington | McLean County Museum of History | Assist with programs for visitors to history museum … interpersonal skills, writing skills, planning skills. | Mary Anne Schierman, director of volunteers & interns … 309.827.0428 … |
| Communication / Performing Arts | Bloomington | McLean County Museum of History | Recruit and work with performers for Voices from the Past program … research skills, interpersonal skills, writing skills, planning skills | Mary Anne Schierman, director of volunteers & interns … 309.827.0428 … |
| Communication / Educational Collection | Bloomington | McLean County Museum of History | Inventory historical objects and materials … research skills, organizational communication skills, interpersonal skills, writing skills, planning skills. | Mary Anne Schierman, director of volunteers & interns … 309.827.0428 … |
| Journalism | Bloomington | McLean County Pundit | Reporting and writing on live events in local community for conservative politically-oriented on-line news source which also covers local business, schools and sports. | Kathy Michael, editor & publisher … 309.838.3210 … kathymichael@verizon.net |
| Marketing / PR / Visual & Graphic Communication | Bloomington | Mid-Illini Credit Union | Creating and delivering presentation,support business development, basic graphic design, data mining & analysis. Represent at public events outside of traditional business hours .... proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required; advanced graphic design skills desired. | Julie Workman, VP – Marketing and Business Development. julie@midillinicu.com. 309.661.1166, ext 213. |
| PR / Marketing Support | Bloomington | OSF St. Joseph Medical Center / Center for Healthy Lifestyles | Assist with marketing & communications in health promotion, community relations & events … event planning, writing, editing, digital media, design, customer service, strong interpersonal skills, along with proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook and Excel. | Bobbi Hynes, Director, Volunteer Services, 309.665.4728, bobbi.hynes@osfhealthcare.org |
| Communications / Development support | Bloomington | OSF St. Joseph Medical Center / Development | Assisting healthcare-based projects with management, public relations, communication and marketing skills ... skills include writing and editing, organizing special events, managing volunteers for an event or special project, designing materials, speaking with community members, attending and supporting the Foundation Council and it’s committees, researching Donors / Prospects / Grants. | Bobbi Hynes, Director, Volunteer Services, 309.665.4728, bobbi.hynes@osfhealthcare.org |
| PR / Marketing Support | Bloomington | OSF St. Joseph Medical Center / Marketing & Business Development | Managing marketing campaigns, developing marketing plans for business entities and in using media to communicate critical information ... developing and overseeing marketing plans for new business units and service lines ... working with TV, radio, and newspaper media, supporting special events within the community, and assisting with general advertising production, and placement tasks. | Bobbi Hynes, Director, Volunteer Services, 309.665.4728, bobbi.hynes@osfhealthcare.org |
| PR / Marketing Support | Bloomington | OSF St. Joseph Medical Center / Marketing & Communications | Event planning, writing, editing, design work, customer service, telephone skills, public speaking, photography, videography ... proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Excel ... optional skills can include SharePoint, InDesign, Quark Xpress, Photoshop, and Illustrator. |
Christy Germanis, Marketing Assistant … 309.665.5749 ... christy.germanis@osfheatlhcare.org |
| PR / Communications | Bloomington | OSF St. Joseph Medical Center / Research | Planning and working on research projects for federal grants, formatting articles for publication, assisting with audits and measurements of critical healthcare data and compiling the data. | Bobbi Hynes, Director, Volunteer Services, 309.665.4728, bobbi.hynes@osfhealthcare.org |
| Marketing Support | Bloomington | Faith in Action of Bloomington-Normal | Full service profit improvement and organizational effectiveness consulting firm known for strong customer relations and dedication ... market development, publications, research, press release generation, other PR activities aimed at improving name recognition with media and clients, marketing strategy development, marketing collateral development in print, web and related channels... 8 to 12 hours a week with flexible scheduling |
Linda Bolivar, executive director, 309-827-7780, director@bnfia.org, |
| Journalism | Bloomington | Performance Growth Partners | Full service profit improvement and organizational effectiveness consulting firm known for strong customer relations and dedication ... one or more of the following areas – research, article, website and blog writing, website SEO, rewriting a major part of a service manual, Other project options are available ... 8 to 12 hours a week with flexible scheduling |
Sherry Galbreath, Practice Leader Marketing,sherry@performtogrow.com, 309-664-7741. |
| Graphic Design | Bloomington | Performance Growth Partners | Full service profit improvement and organizational effectiveness consulting firm known for strong customer relations and dedication ...graphic design or multimedia projects to support client relations and client campaigns ... real world experience in the graphic design or multimedia areas... 8 to 12 hours a week with flexible scheduling |
Sherry Galbreath, Practice Leader Marketing,sherry@performtogrow.com, 309-664-7741. |
| Broadcast | Bloomington | Performance Growth Partners | Full service profit improvement and organizational effectiveness consulting firm known for strong customer relations and dedication ... with meaningful, real world experience in the writing and / or performing podcasts.... 8 to 12 hours a week with flexible scheduling |
Sherry Galbreath, Practice Leader Marketing,sherry@performtogrow.com, 309-664-7741. |
| Journalism | Bloomington | Performance Growth Partners | Full service profit improvement and organizational effectiveness consulting firm known for strong customer relations and dedication ... one or more of the following areas – research, article, website and blog writing, website SEO, rewriting a major part of a service manual, Other project options are available ... 8 to 12 hours a week with flexible scheduling |
Sherry Galbreath, Practice Leader Marketing,sherry@performtogrow.com, 309-664-7741. |
| Radio Production | Bloomington | Radio Bloomington / Townsquare Media | Assist in production for local radio station group … abillity to learn and work regularly with broadcast software; ability to recognize priorities; ability to take direction; flexibility. | Jim Riley, Creative Services Director; (309) 821-1000 Ext. 275; jim.riley@townsquaremedia.com |
| Broadcast Journalism / Ag communication | Bloomington | Radio Bloomington / Townsquare Media | Assist with all aspects of agricultural broadcasting / ; generate stories for air by interviewing sources, editing audio, writing scripts, preparing and recording wraps, and sharing information via website, video and social media outlets. Cover events like conferences, county fairs, plot days and other activities. Agriculture background / interest encouraged and strong writing skills also a plus. Hours will vary. |
Carrie Muehling, agribusiness director; (309) 821-1000 Ext. 219; carrie@wjbc.com |
| PR / Promotions | Bloomington | Radio Bloomington / Townsquare Media | Assist in promotions & marketing of local radio station group … organizational, marketing, creativity, writing and interpersonal skills; flexibility and strong group skills. | Michelle Bills, promotions manager … 309.821.1000 … michelle.bills@townsquaremedia.com |
| Broadcast Journalism / News | Bloomington | Radio Bloomington / Townsquare Media | Assist with writing and production of local radio broadcast news … writing skills, strong interest in local, state & national news … opportunity for paid part-time work during internship | Program Director … 309.821.1000 x 218 |
| Broadcast Journalism / Production | Bloomington | Radio Bloomington / Townsquare Media | Assist in producing and call screening for local talk radio... strong writing skills, basic audio editing experience, passion for broadcasting. Chance for paid part-time work. | Program Director … 309.821.1000 x 218 |
| Political Communication | Bloomington | State Sen. Bill Brady's Office | Assist with constituent support, work with other staff members to research and formulate legislation, draft letters to constituents from … strong interpersonal and writing skills, proper telecommunication skills, data entry and research skills. | Abby Walsh, chief of staff … 309.664.4440 … abby@senatorbillbrady.com |
| Communication / Fashion Merchandising | Bloomington | Buckle | Fashion retailer gives training in sales, HR, operations and retail management … wages & employee discount available … retail fashion interest, enthusiastic interpersonal and strong organizational skills … juniors & seniors preferred. | Pat Wright, District Manager… 308-224-0791 … pat.wright@buckle.com ... Please apply online at www.buckle.jobs. |
| Visual Communication / New Media | Bloomington | The Snyder Companies | Opportunity to promote diverse corporation by improving its internet presence and create programs for facebook, twitter, U-Tube etc… Work with apartments, hotels, real estate and insurance office all under the Snyder umbrella … high-level visual and technology skills with new media, innovation, creativity and self-motivation. | Leann Seal ... Corporate director of hotel marketing and development, leannseal@snyder-corp.com, 309.275.1181 |
| PR / Legal Support | Bloomington | Wilber & Associates, P.C. | Develop and support communications plans for legal firm specializing in subrogation … creativity, interpersonal skills, organizational skills … compensated positions | Dennis Spencer … 800.313.5169 ext. 214 … dspencer@wilbercollect.com |
| TV Production | Bloomington | Wired2Fish.com | Develop and produce audio / video content for one of the world's most popular sport fishing websites … TV production skills, passion for the outdoors, independent work ethic. | Terry Brown … 309.452.0313 … tbrown@wired2fish.com |
| Marketing, Social Media, Communication | Bloomington | The Cekander Group, owners of Buffalo Wid Wings restaurant | Social media marketing and networking for local franchises of one of the hottest restaurants in the USA … social media skills, organizational skills, creative skills, writing and editing. | Alison Whisenant … awhisenant@mryouth.com (no phone calls please) |
| Public Relations | Bloomington | Unitarian Universalist Church of Bloomington / Normal | Develop outreach / public relations plans for church and congregation | Ellen Culpepper, outreach chair … 309.740.2549 … ehgc@aol.com |
| Advertising / Marketing | Bloomington | Upper Limits Climbing Gym | Advertising, social media, PR..planning and implementing online video campaign … video production / editing, social media skills, execute campaigns. | Heather Fegan, Marketing and Activities Manager, 309-829-8255, staff2@upperlimits.com |
| Print Journalism | Bloomington Area / Clinton | Clinton Journal | cover and report on sports events primarily, but also local news and community events for twice-weekly publication … reporting, editing and photgraphy skills required | Katy O'Grady-Pyne, general manager … 217.935.3171 … kpyne@theclintonjournal.com |
| Marketing Support | Campus / Virtual | Barnes & Noble Bookstores | Make professional presentations pitching and promoting one of the world's best-known sources for books to students and faculty on the ISU campus … self-motivated student must have excellent pitching and presentational skills. plus professional knowledge of social media, along with strong organizational communication skills and maturity. | Alison Whisenhunt, recruiter … ON-LINE APP ONLY … Interested candidates must email their resume to awhisenant@mryouth.com and submit an online application at http: / / bit.ly / mh2QMM by 8 / 1 to be entered into our interview process. |
| Print Journalism / Education | Campus | Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology | Write for professional publications … publication design and layout … produce publicity campaigns and event support … collaborate with educational professionals. | Dr. Claire C. Lamonica, director, CTLT … cclamon@ilstu.edu … 309.438.7695 |
| Advertising | Campus | Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology | Coordinate advertising and sponsorship program for educational symposium … independent self-starter with sales interest and creative communication skills. | Dr. Claire C. Lamonica, director, CTLT … cclamon@ilstu.edu … 309.438.7695 |
| Print Journalism / Writing & Production | Campus | College of Arts & Science | Reporting and writing on live events on campus involving students, faculty, staff, alumni and special events. Producing weekly on-line newsletter inclucing photos and stories | Deb Fox, assistant to the dean, College of Arts & Science .. djfox2@ilstu.edu … 309.438.5669 |
| Print Journalism / Writing & Production | Campus | College of Arts & Science | Reporting and writing on live events on campus involving students, faculty, staff, alumni and special events. Producing weekly on-line newsletter inclucing photos and stories | Deb Fox, assistant to the dean, College of Arts & Science .. djfox2@ilstu.edu … 309.438.5669 |
| Organizational Communication, Event Planning, PR | Campus | Dean of Students Office | Monitor & review communication, including websites; plan events; assist with internal communication, write reports and perform assessment … excellent writing and organizational communcation skills required. | Jill Benson, Associate Dean of Students; jbenson@ilstu.edu; 438-2008 |
| PR / Media Relations | Campus | Gamma Phi Circus | PR campaigning, media relations … writing, interpersonal & creative skills. | Marcus Alouan, acting director … mmaloua@ilstu.edu … 309.438.2690 |
| Public Relations / promotion | Campus | Health Promotion & Wellness | Culturally competent communication, website content: research and management, newsletter layout and design, desk top publishing, sound writing and editing skills, event planning and organization, face book experience, professional attitude, and ability to work flexible hours. | Nikki Brauer, Interim Director … 309.438.8845 … nbgegel@ilstu.edu |
| Print Journalism / Communication Studies | Campus | History Department | Produce annual newsletter to alumni, donors and retirees and posted on the department website, conducting research, interviewing and writing for the newsletter... working independently, writing, editing and newsletter design skills necessary. Photography skills are desirable. An interest in history and / or historical writing is a plus, but not required. | Linda Spencer, administrative assistant … 309.438.5689 … ljspenc@ilstu.edu |
| Communications / Marketing Support | Campus | Housing Services | Conduct campaigns to make students better informed about programs and campaigns related to student housing … writing, organizational communication skills, self-directed. | Jamie Wood … 309.438.8611 … jawood@ilstu.edu |
| PR / Development support | Campus | ISU Alumni Relations | Assisting with campaigns and programs to keep ISU alumni connected with their alma mater … organizational skills, interpersonal skills, writing skills, team-oriented, flexible schedule | Stephanie Duquenne (SoC '02) … saduque@ilstu.edu … 309.438.3815 |
| PR / Sports Marketing & Promotions, Event Management | Campus | ISU Athletics Marketing | Assist in all aspects of marketing operations, including promotional development, preparation, administration; assist with Red Alert student activities, event coordination & distribution of marketing materials … strong time commitment to athletics, interpersonal skills, teamwork skills, Adobe Creative Suite computer skills, | LB Nagle, director of marketing … 309.438.3630 … lbnagle@ilstu.edu |
| PR / Sports Corporate Sponsorship Sales | Campus | ISU Athletics Marketing | Develop proposals for new sponsors, assist with group and season ticket sales ...flexible hours, interpersonal skills, initiative, passion, self-motivation. | LB Nagle, director of marketing … 309.438.3630 … lbnagle@ilstu.edu |
| PR / Sports | Campus | ISU Athletics Media Relations | Serve as the PR practitioner for an athletic team at an NCAA Division I institution, write press releases and work events … writing, editing, planning, design, organization, customer service. | Mike Williams, assistant athletics director / communications, mcwilli@ilstu.edu, 309.438.7748... |
| Marketing Communication / PR | Campus | ISU Campus Dining Services | Responsible for Preview Presentations (freshman orientation) during summer term; staffing Campus Dining’s table at Preview EXPO . Summer Intern serves as the “face of Campus Dining” and needs to possess polished presentation and public speaking skills, good interpersonal communication skills, and strong writing ability. Gain experience in marketing planning and execution, public relations and media pitching, event planning, copywriting and editing, and other areas as assigned. Summer Intern will have the opportunity to continue internship into the Fall Semester, but it is not required. Please note, Summer Intern needs to be available at the end of April through the end of July. | Tracy Widergren '03, Coordinator of Marketing Initiatives & Assessment (309) 438-8520 / tlwider@ilstu.edu |
| Events / PR | Campus | ISU Career Center | Assist with creation of marketing plans, events, social media, media relations, website content, research and event planning; maintain inventory of promotional items … strong organizational, writing and presentatational skills, including social media. | Susan Whitsittt, assistant director for marketing & events … 309.438.2200 |
| Print Journalism / Writing & Production | Campus | ISU College of Arts & Sciences | Reporting and writing on live events on campus involving students, faculty, staff, alumni and special events. Producing weekly on-line newsletter inclucing photos and stories | Deb Fox, assistant to the dean, College of Arts & Science .. djfox2@ilstu.edu … 309.438.5669 |
| Event Planning & PR | Campus | ISU Conference Services | Event coordination, marketing materials editing, customer service … organizational skills, interpersonal skills, planning skills. | Amber Patterson, Program Coordinator / Conference Services, ampatt3@ilstu.edu, 309.438.2816 |
| Print Journalism / PR | Campus | ISU Expanding Your Horizons through Math, Science, and Technology | Create & distribute press releases, local media promotion,produce marketing / recruitment materials, master of ceremonies for conference, serve on conference board of directors… writing & editing skills, public speaking skills, organizational communication skills. | Dr. Carol T. Benson, Conference Director... 309.438.3012 … benson@ilstu.edu |
| PR / Journalism / Sports | Campus | ISU Hockey Team | Develop & implement short- and long-term communication strategy for building recognition & attendance for club hockey team .. Strong writing, media relations, marketing support and presentational skills; powerpoint, word, excel experience a bonus | Thomas Ducey, director … tlducey@ilstu.edu |
| Social Media | Campus | ISU Office of Admissions | Monitor & enhance Illinois State's social media identity by constructing and deliving relevant messages to prospective students and their families … qualifications include current active participation in at least two of the following: facebook twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, flickr, tumbler or personal blog; interviewing & video experience preferred. Student employment compensation available. | Kris Harding, associate director of admissions, 309.438.3914 … kris.harding@illinoisState.edu. |
| PR / Media Relations / Organizational Communication | Campus | ISU Physics Club | Promote student success in the nation's No. 1 undergraduate physics curriculum … interpersonal skills, creativity, writing skills, self-motivated | Dr. Daniel Holland, faculty advisor … 309.438.3243 … holland@phy.ilstu.edu |
| Information Services / Technology | Campus | ISU Student Affairs Information Technology | Network support, computer hardware inventory … interpersonal skills, customer service skills, analytical skills | Lataundia Mintz, Helpdesk Manager 309.438.2419 ….lmsamue@ilstu.edu |
| PR / Marketing Support | Campus | Multi-Cultural Leadership Program | Social media, newsletter, upkeep & development of website; assist with planning, fundraising & events … ability to work independently, web development & graphic arts skills. | Beni Kawakita, Program Director, 309-438-3417, contactus@bn-mclp.org |
| PR / Public Service Agency | Campus | Play for Peace / Office of the Dean of Arts & Sciences | Working with Play for Peace Illinois, a partnership with ISU, the Central Illinois Coalition for Non-violent Communities and Play for Peace Global looking for interns to lead programs. | Sharon Mills, ISU Director of Applied Social Research… smmills@ilstu.edu … 309.438.5326 |
| Print Journalism / PR | Campus | School of Communication / Forensics Union | Publicity and promotion for Illinois State's national-championship level competitive forensics programs. | Megan Koch, Co-Director of Individual Events, ISU School of Communciation ...mhouge@ilstu.edu … 309.438.8447 |
| Website Development / Educational Technology | Campus | School of Communication / Inspire Vision | Assist with website development and technology support for InspireVision communication … strong web development & technology systems skills | Mike Regilio, technology coordinator ...mjregil@ilstu.edu … 309.438.5368 |
| Information Services / Technology | Campus | School of Communication / Inspire Vision | Provide content support for InspireVision communication, working with variety of publics connected to School of Communication … strong interpersonal, organizational, writing and visual skills | Mike Regilio, technology coordinator ...mjregil@ilstu.edu … 309.438.5368 |
| Visual Communication | Campus | School of Communication / Advisement Center | Self-motivated person with strong written, oral and presentational skills … skilled in power point, visual and design software. | Dr. Penelope Long, director of advisement … pnlong@ilstu.edu … 309.438.3792 |
| PR / Project Management | Campus | School of Communication Promotion & Development team (SoC PD) | Develop, plan, organize and execute all School of Communication special events throughout the school year, including Communication Week. | Denise Thomas, Asst. to Executive Director … 309.438.3645 … dethoma@ilstu.edu |
| Print Journalism / PR | Campus | Stevenson Center for Community & Economic Development | Publishing newsletter, preparing marketing materials, press releases, event planning, writing updates for web-page, updating alumni information in spreadsheets. | Dr. Frank D. Beck, Director, 309-438-7090, fdbeck@ilstu.edu |
| Print Journalism / PR | Campus | Stevenson Center for Community & Economic Development | Assist hosting with campus speakers, creating campaigns & supporting programs ... create marketing materials ... press releases ... web page maintenance ... develop Alumni Profiles documents ... arrange for capstone presentations by graduating students … host visits for prospective students ... excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, creativity and self-driven | Dr. Frank D. Beck, Director, 309-438-7090, fdbeck@ilstu.edu |
| Communication / Civic Engagement | Campus | T.R.A.N.S.F.O.R.M.E.R.S. | Administrative and communication responsibilities for civic engagement program which promotes better relationships among junior high and middle school students … interpersonal and organizational communication skills, planning, research and customer service. | Dr. Stephen Hunt, Associate Director, School of Communication …skhunt2@ilstu.edu … |
| Leadership, PR, Marketing Support, Technology | Campus | Thomas Metcalf Lab School Student Programs | Develop communication vehicles, and provide communication services, for lunch, after school and summer school programs at university lab school … strong communication and leadership skills to deal with variety of publics. | Heather Marshall, Child Development Supervisor ...309.438.7238 hllough@ilstu.edu |
| PR / Marketing | Campus | Triangle of Opportunity | A consortium of small business owners and local governments from eight Central Illinois communities as an economic development organization. Publicity, photography, web-page design, brochure. Travel costs reimbursed … candidates must be versatile, creative, independent and self-directed. | Dr. Frank D. Beck, Director, 309-438-7090, fdbeck@ilstu.edu … also will work with Triangle of Opportunity executive director Brad Glenn. |
| Print Journalism | Campus | University Marketing & Communication | Interviewing, writing and editing for print and web projects (mostly features), including Illinois State Magazine and other university publications ... exceptional writing skills, editorial skills, and an interest in strengthening their interviewing skills. Knowledge of AP Style necessary... submit resume and journalistic writing samples to qualify for consideration; successful completion of writing exam required to obtain this internship. | Susan Blystone, Editor, Illinois State Magazine, Assistant Director, UMC … 309.438.2667 … sjblyst@ilstu.edu |
| PR / Campaigns | Campus | University Marketing & Communication | Work with experienced, skilled professionals managing communications campaigns promoting and supporting Illinois State University initiatives … campaign management skills, initiative, leadership, interpersonal communication and collaborative skills … strong individualized training program. | Brian Beam, executive director … 309.438.8405 … babeam@ilstu.edu See ISU Faculty internship coordinator before making contact |
| Media Relations / Public Relations | Campus | University Media Relations | Write news releases for area media and for internal publications. Strong writing skills and adherence to deadlines are a must. Basic knowledge of news release format and AP Style are desired. Interns will have an opportunity to network with communicators, gain an understanding of media outlets and become acquainted with the office responsible for acting as a liaison between media and the University. | Rachel Hatch Coordinator of Public Information rkhatch@ilstu.edu (309) 438-5744 |
| PR / Development | Campus | WGLT Radio | Assist with gathering & reporting the news for NPR radio station … reporting skills, radio skills, writing skills. | Willis Kern, news director … 309.438.5426 … wekern@ilstu.edu |
| PR / Development | Campus | WGLT Radio | Assist with fundraising, promotions & marketing of NPR radio station … self-motivated, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, writing skills | Linda Healy, development coordinator … 309.438.5083 … lihealy@ilstu.edu |
| Journalism | Campus / Virtual | College Prowler | Researching, reporting, writing and editing stories about campus life for campus guidebooks for prospective students … strong writing, editing, self-motivational and creative skills. | Bridget Daley, editor … 412.697.1109 … bridget@collegeprowler.com ...5001 Baum Blvd.,Suite 750, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 |
| Advertising | Campus / Virtual | The Zoi Greek Directory | Coordinate local advertising sales program for Los Angeles-based directory / advertising firm … self-driven, sales skills … training program provided. | Heather Sundell … 310.882.4030, ext. 283 … heather@thezoi.com |
| Web Site Development | Campus / Virtual | R and B Solutions | Experience and training in graphic design for websites. Need to be able to take initiative and creative skills. | Ryan Brebner, Manager of Business Development, 847-887-8514, RBrebner@RandBSolutions.net |
| PR / Development & Health | Champaign-Urbana | American Cancer Society | Assisting in media and direct communication campaigns targeted at health care profesionals, recruiting volunteers, planning and organizing events … interpersonal skills, writing skills, collaborative skillls, organizational skills. | Kendra Clark … senior income development representative … 217.356.9076 … kendra.clark@cancer.org |
| PR / Development & Health | Champaign-Urbana | American Cancer Society | Promoting fundraising campaigns including Relay for Life, working with volunteers, implementing marketing and advertising campaigns, developing media relations… excellent interpersonal and writing skills, organizational skills, collaborative skills. | Kendra Clark … senior income development representative … 217.356.9076 … kendra.clark@cancer.org |
| Print Journalism / Public Relations | Champaign-Urbana | National Council of Teachers of English | Research, prepare and communicate the organization’s positions and news to NCTE members, related organizations, the media, parents, the public, and the NCTE grassroots networks and to track the results of NCTE’s media and public relations efforts. The position works 15 hours per week and receives a stipend... excellent oral and written communication skills; knowledge of or ability to quickly and easily learn various computer programs, including all Microsoft Office programs, Internet Explorer, and Outlook. |
Millie Davis, Division Director, Affiliates and Communications … mdavis@ncte.org ... 217.278.3634 |
| PR / Development Support | Chicago | Adler Planetarium | Support communications and development programs for major Chicago museum (America's First Planetarium) … support marketing, media relations, special events and other administrative duties … writing skills, interpersonal skills, creativity, group skills. | Sarah Beck, Manager of Public Relations,1300 South Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60605 … ph. (312) 542-2424 … fax. (312) 322-9117 …. email: sbeck@adlerplanetarium.org |
| Medical PR & Development | Chicago | Advocate Charitable Foundation at Advocate Masonic Medical Center | Fundraising and philanthropic development in a community medical center setting located in the heart of Chicago’s north side ... writing / editing fundraising materials, managing relationships with donors and volunteers, soliciting donations from individuals and businesses, attending and supporting volunteer meetings, event planning, alumni relations, research, and general office support. | Elizabeth Dale, Manager of Development … 773.296.8382 elizabeth.dale@advocatehealth.com |
| Public Relations | Chicago | Alzheimer's Association of Greater Illinois | Assist the Manager of Public Relations in meeting the goals set by the senior management team ... assist in designing and writing copy for Chapter promotional materials …assist with strategic planning for information activities … strong organizational, written and speaking communication skills. | Marc Gentzler, Manager, Public Relations, 847-933-2413, Marc.Gentzler@alz.org |
| PR / Event Planning | Chicago | American Diabetes Association | Event planning, media relations, volunteer coordination, assisting full-time professionals … campaign management skills, writing skills, database / research skills, interpersonal skills | Mary Sullivan … 312.346.1805 ext. 6573 |
| PR / Development | Chicago | American Red Cross Greater Chicagoland Chapter | Assist in planning and coordinating events, working with sponsors and executing fundraising efforts … excellent communication & organization skills, high-level dedication and commitment. | Jessica Wheeler … 312.729.6134 … wheelerJes@usa.redcross.org …. See Internship Faculty Supervisor before applying |
| Entertainment PR | Chicago | Bass-Schuler Entertainment | Entertainment agency booking acts at colleges, corporations & festivals … full-time interns to answer phones, process contracts, assist agents with acquiring new talent, prepare promotional materials … strong interpersonal, Photoshop & writing skills; self-starter. | call 773-481.2601 … go to website … www.bass-schuler.com … apply by email at info@bass-schuler.com … |
| Broadcast TV | Chicago | Big Shoulders Digital Video Productions | Hands-on TV experience … creative, responsible, professional, polite; must have valid driver's license, be able to drive mini-van / suburban truck & be able to lift 35 lbs+plus … knowledge of downtown Chicago a plus … students must be available 2-3 days per week | Amy Stewart, VP … 312.540.5400 … AmyS@bigshoulders.com |
| Communication / Marketing support | Chicago | Beyond Green | Assist in design & implementation of social media campaigns, media relations, blogging, media monitoring, book speaking opportunities for CEO … excellent communication skills, social media skills and interpersonal communication skills. | Elizabeth Porporato, VP / Opersations … 312.275.6801 … elizabeth@beyondgreenpartners.com |
| PR / Promotions | Chicago | Carat | Administrative & communications support for digital media marketing firm … interpersonal skills, organizational skills. | Janet Green, office manager … 312.384.4550 … janet.green@carat.com |
| Radio Marketing / Promotions / Communication | Chicago | CBS Radio WXRT 93-FM | For full description go to http: / / wxrt.radio.com / diary-of-an-xrt-intern | Kaitlin Montes, Promotions Manager Kaitlin.montes@cbsradio.com … 312.240.7952 |
| PR / Sports | Chicago | Chicago Blackhawks | Activities to support long-standing Chicago pro sports franchise undergoing a redevelopment and rebuilding phase | Jay Blunk, '86, Exec. VP for Operations ...See ISU faculty internship coordinator before making contact |
| PR / Sports | Chicago | Chicago Fire | Activities to support professional soccer team with substantial community outreach program needs … writing, interpersonal, organizational skills | Jessica Yavitz, Community Relations Director … 708.594.7200 … jyavitz@chicagofire.com |
| PR / Advertising Support | Chicago | Chicago Sun-Times | Activities to be determined supporting advertising sales and promotion of a major metropolitan newspaper and its satellite properties | Josephine Lisuzzo, manager of strategic marketing … 312.321.3231 …. jlisuzzo@suntimes.com |
| Chicago | Chicago Teacher Education Pipeline | Complete a piece of work documenting ISU’s STEP-UP program, a teacher preparation immersion program in Chicago, IL. They will work independently to collect interviews, show progress of students over the course of the summer, highlight major components of the program, and produce a piece able to be used at national and international conferences, media outlets, etc. | Dakota Pawlicki, STEP-UP Director ... 815-245-3222 … dmpawli@ilstu.edu |
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| Marketing Support / / Promotions / Event Planning | Chicago | Chicago Twenty Something Inc. | Marketing, promotions, event planning for social events held at Chicagoland clubs; interns serve 1-2 days per week in office, plus evening events … interpersonal and organizational skills critical. | Freddie Kole, Founder & President, 847-630-3663, info@chicagotwentysomething.com |
| PR / Marketing Support, sports | Chicago | Chicago White Sox | Activities to support current, and future, season ticket plan customers for highly-successful Chicago sports franchise. | Tom Sheridan '90, director of ticket sales & premium seating ...See ISU faculty internship coordinator before making contact |
| PR, Communication Skills | Chicago | Cision | A variety of internships available at leading provider of media relations software for PR pros …strong writing, speaking, interpersonal and research skills … internships vary by department. | Meredith Schaumburg, HR Generalist, 312-873-6350, meredith.schaumburg@cision.com |
| Website Development / New Media | Chicago | Comcast Sports Net | Updating of regional sports network website, including coordination of video clips, original written stories, statistical gathering, research. | Karen Ginsberg, Internship Coordinator 312-222-6005 … kginsberg@comcastsportsnet.com |
| Human Resources | Chicago | COYOTE | Assisting with professional recruitment … | Laura Brebner (MS '12) … 773.365.6848 … laura.brebner@coyote.com … or 61 … melissa.stout@coyote.comMelissa Stout, recruiter …847.810.6061 |
| PR / Development & Events | Chicago | Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Assist with special events including planning, logistics, in-kind donor support, sponsorship recruitment … interpersonal skills, writing skills, multi-tasking & project prioritizing, knowledge of microsoft office | Amy Patterson, www.cff.org, Phone: 312.236.4491 ext. 110 |
| PR / Media Relations | Chicago | Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Plan, organize, execute publicity plan starting with calendar & contacts, write stories about events for media, assist media with event coverage … writing, interpersonal, creative, organizational skills. | Amy Patterson, www.cff.org, Phone: 312.236.4491 ext. 110 |
| Radio Production | Chicago | Emmis Communications | Planning, assisting and preparing for promotional events for active Chicago radio stations. Interns are also a huge asset at on site promotions … attention to detail, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, creativity, planning. | Chris Phelan, marketing assistant … 312.245.8129 …cphelan@emmischicago.com |
| PR / Entertainment | Chicago | Entertainment Cruises | Hosting and receiving clients, assisting with operations for cruise line … also includes restaurant serving / management duties … | Christian Somera, hiring manager, csomera@entertainmentcruises.com … 312.396.2232 |
| Marketing,Promotions / Radio | Chicago | ESPN Radio AM-1000 | Go online for description to ESPNChicago.com and see 'internships' | Hannah Stanley, internship coordinator … 312.980.1061 … Hannah.E.Stanley@email.disney.com. |
| Journalism / Public Relations / Fashion Merchandising | Chicago | Fashion Chicago Magazine | Write stories and assist with production for on-line fashion magazine ... knowledge of fashion, writing skills, organizational skills, self-starter, ability to network, interpersonal skills, AP Stylebook writing skills, research skills, desktop publishing skills | Azhar Harris, Publisher, info@fashionchicagomagazine.com 773-551-3818 |
| PR / Legal Support | Chicago | Foley & Lardner, LLP | Executive assistant training with law firm; excellent training and support for 'front-line' experience assisting legal teams … excellent interpersonal skills & organizational communication skills; writing and editing; travel and meeting planning …. | Wanda Sulikowski, legal support supervisor … wsulikowski@foley.com … 312.832.4324 |
| Agency PR | Chicago | GolinHarris Agency | Working with corporate, consumer or healthcare communications, or a specialty group to be determined after acceptance. | Contact on-line … go to golinharris.com / careers_opp.php |
| Association Managemen / Event Support | Chicago | Glatz Management Services | Assist staff in planning and implementing professional business meetings and special events. Analytical assignments will be provided as needed ... flexibility to travel the Chicagoland area, work long hours with events, strong organization & communication skills, maturity and independence encouraged. |
Christine Glatz, President, 815-806-4908, cglatz@managementservices.org |
| PR / Agency | Chicago | Greentarget Strategic Communication | Activities to be determined supporting client goals in agency public relations | Brian Kiefer, '01, vice president … 312.252.4113 … bkiefer@greentarget.com |
| Journalism / PR | Chicago | Illinois Department of Children & Family Services | Not-for-profit human service agency seeks interns wanting hands-on experience in agency communication, strategy, technology, public relations, and development … message development, media relations, community relations and campaigns. | Martha Menninger, Manager IDCFS Professional Degree Internship Program … 217.524.1984 … martha.menninger@illinois.gov |
| PR / Journalism / Media Relations | Chicago | Illinois Sec. of State Jesse White's Office | Assist in media promotion and identity management of large state agency … writing & editing skills, organizational skills, creativity. | Bob Yadgir, director of communication / senior policy advisor …312.814.5898 … byadgir@ilsos.net |
| PR / Comm Studies | Chicago | Illinois State University Alumni Relations / Chicago Office | Assisting associate director with planning, implementation and post event evaluation of Chicago-based alumni events; assisting production of volunteer support materials including brochures, alumni network manuals, establishing new alumni networks; research, collaborating on volunteer and program management ... plan and prioritize a variety of tasks, strong written and verbal communication skills, customer service skills, research skills, attention to detail,ability to relate to a variety of audiences. |
Kelly Howell, Associate Director of Alumni Relations...khowell@ilstu.edu … 312.251.3500 See ISU faculty internship director before making contact with Ms. Howell. |
| Public Relations | Chicago | Louise Edwards Public Relations | Former agency PR professional now operating as entrepreneur doing Sports, Charity, Senior Living, Health / Fitness New Products and Eco-friendly accounts ... special events, publicity, newsletter writing; basic excel & publisher skills, press release writing useful; Social media and interviewing skills helpful. | Louise Edwards, 312.751.5511, prlou@aol.com |
| Journalism / Public Relations | Chicago | Make-A-Wish Foundation Communications | Not-for-profit foundation providing wishes to children with challenges … research, write & edit stories about wishes and people … excellent writing, editing, research and interviewing skills. | Send cover letter, resume & 2 writing samples to: Make-A-Wish Foundation … hr@wishes.org … FAX 312.943.9813 … mail 640 N. LaSalle, Suite 280, Chicago, IL 60654-3754 |
| Good Shep | Chicago | Make-A-Wish Foundation Community Relations | Not-for-profit foundation providing wishes to children with challenges … prepare news releases, organize events, conduct outreach … excellent organizational & written communication skills. | Send cover letter, resume & 2 writing samples to: Make-A-Wish Foundation … hr@wishes.org … FAX 312.943.9813 … mail 640 N. LaSalle, Suite 280, Chicago, IL 60654-3754 |
| Corporate Development | Chicago | Make-A-Wish Foundation Corporate Development | Not-for-profit foundation providing wishes to children with challenges … assist in follow-up and appreciation for donor support … excellent writing, editing & research skills; strong attention to detail. | Send cover letter, resume & 2 writing samples to: Make-A-Wish Foundation … hr@wishes.org … FAX 312.943.9813 … mail 640 N. LaSalle, Suite 280, Chicago, IL 60654-3754 |
| Development / Fundraising | Chicago | Make-A-Wish Foundation Development | Not-for-profit foundation providing wishes to children with challenges … assist in managing corporate fundraising programs and proposals with marketing support & stewardship management … excellent oral & written communication skills. | Send cover letter, resume & 2 writing samples to: Make-A-Wish Foundation … hr@wishes.org … FAX 312.943.9813 … mail 640 N. LaSalle, Suite 280, Chicago, IL 60654-3754 |
| Events Management | Chicago | Make-A-Wish Foundation Special Events | Not-for-profit foundation providing wishes to children with challenges … assist in producing fundraising events … excellent written, oral, organizational & interpersonal communication skills; event management skills. | Send cover letter, resume & 2 writing samples to: Make-A-Wish Foundation … hr@wishes.org … FAX 312.943.9813 … mail 640 N. LaSalle, Suite 280, Chicago, IL 60654-3754 |
| HR / Training & Employee Development | Chicago | Make-A-Wish Foundation Volunteer Services | Not-for-profit foundation providing wishes to children with challenges … assist with recruitment of staff, volunteers and interns … excellent written & oral skills; detail-oriented. | Send cover letter, resume & 2 writing samples to: Make-A-Wish Foundation … hr@wishes.org … FAX 312.943.9813 … mail 640 N. LaSalle, Suite 280, Chicago, IL 60654-3754 |
| Communication / Sales | Chicago | Mintel | Support and learn from inside sales team for global leader in market research, competitive intelligence tools and customized consulting for large organizations … open to juniors looking for the challenge full-time compensated sales experience; exceptional performers offered full-time status after graduation. | Kristy Nittskoff, director of talent acquistion and development … 312.450.6298 … knittskoff@mintel.com |
| PR / Development support | Chicago | National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Programs & campaigns to support development efforts … strong writing, interpersonal and organizational skills | Laticia Palm … 312.423.1104 laticia.palm@ild.nmss.org |
| PR / Education Support | Chicago | National-Louis University | Activities to be determined supporting educational media relations for a small urban university | Tracy Kramer '96, media relations manager … 312.261.3847 …tracy.kramer@nl.edu |
| Journalism / Communication Research | Chicago | North American Conferences Marcus Evans | Wide-ranging research, marketing support, journalistic and event building opportunities ... strong work ethic, including interpersonal & organizational communication skills, strong research & writing skills, message composition skills & more. | Chip Heflin Chief Executive Officer... tel: 312 894 6382 … chiph@marcusevansch.com |
| PR / Media Research | Chicago | OMD | Interactive media … prepare presentation materials …competitive & consumer research … media relations … training | Julia Johnston, president, Media Research Club of Chicago julia@icosystem.com |
| Human Resources | Chicago | Planned Parenthood of Illinois | Assist in human resources compliance and staffing … professionalism, writing skills, commitment to organizational mission. | Call Internship & Volunteer Services office … 312-592-6800 … www.ppil.org |
| Social Media | Chicago | Planned Parenthood of Illinois | Create and promote social media for medical services organization, supporting marketing & PR … professionalism, writing skills, message composition skills, commitment to organizational mission. | Call Internship & Volunteer Services office … 312-592-6800 … www.ppil.org |
| Communications / Marketing Support | Chicago | Planned Parenthood of Illinois | Represent non-profit health care organization to media markets and through outreach strategies … professionalism, writing skills, public speaking skills, commitment to organizational mission. | Call Internship & Volunteer Services office … 312-592-6800 … www.ppil.org |
| Public Policy | Chicago | Planned Parenthood of Illinois | Campus organizer to recruit membership, plan events, educate community members … organizational leadership and communication … writing and speaking skills, initiative, self-motivation. | Call Internship & Volunteer Services office … 312-592-6800 … www.ppil.org |
| Public Relations / Public Affairs | Chicago | Res Publica Group | Communication and public affairs projects for the firm's clients, which include leaders in the healthcare, transportation, education and tourism industries. Interns may write press releases, pitch local media and provide social media insight, among other tasks. This is a paid internship. | Liz Coffey, account supervisor ...312.755.3524 … lc@respublicagroup.com |
| Development Support | Chicago | Robert R. McCormick Foundation | Assist with planning of events, media tracking, online communciation, professional development and educational programs … skills include strong writing, interest in current events, understanding media and civic / political engagement skills. | Andrea Jett Fletcher, The McCormick Foundation, 205 Michigan, Chicago. |
| PR / Fashion | Chicago | Skirt PR | Public Relations, communication support for PR agency involved in fashion business. | Katie Bina … kbina@skirtpr.com |
| Media Research / Advertising | Chicago | Starcom MediaVest Group | Consumer research for clients … SAS or SPSS and basic statistical proficiency desired. | |
| PR / Marketing Support | Chicago | Tempel Steel Company | Assist corporate & marketing communication for steel concern with expanding world markets | Esther Buonnano … (773) 271-6700 |
| Media Relations / Public Relations | Chicago | The Field Museum | Write press releases, media alerts, photo captions, magazine articles for one of the world's landmark museums; pitch to and supervise media … strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to multi-task and work independently … compensated 12-week, full-time opportunity. | Rita Bellouze, Public Relations Coordinator, Operations and Events The Field Museum, rbellouze@fieldmuseum.org (supervisor requests NO phone calls) |
| PR / Marketing Support | Chicago | The Scion Group | Assist real estate organization with campaigns and programs to expand client base … creativity, writing skills, interpersonal skills, marketing skills, group skills. | Mitchell Smith, manager … 309.704.5100 …mitchell@automaticlofts.com |
| Magazine Journalism | Chicago | Today's Chicago Woman magazine | Assist with reporting, writing, planning and editing for comprehensive women's magazine .. Strong writing, editing, organizational and creative skills; be able to work in a fast-moving environment doing whatever it takes. | Cassandra Gaddo, Managing Editor / Electronic Media Editor .. 312.951.7600 x105 cgaddo@tcwmag.com |
| Agecy PR | Chicago | Walker Sands Communications | Developing media lists, and pitches, writing press releases, preparing contributed articles … full-time paid position requiring previous internship experience, excellent journlistic writing skills, editing skills and deadline-minded work ethic. | Ellen Hanson, HR coordinator … 312.546.4744 … ellen@walkersands.com |
| Marketing Support / Radio | Chicago | WSCR-AM 670 The Score | Interact with staff, producers, and sales department on various promotions / special events, Set up and provide support for on-site promotional events, Write commercial copy and on-air promotional mentions, Conduct site checks and complete execution sheets for promotional events, Maintain records containing listener information, Conduct mailings and obtain legal documents from winners. | Ashley Fields, Promotion Manager Ashley.Fields@cbsradio.com, 312-729-3945 |
| Journalism / Broadcast | Chicago | WSCR-AM 670 The Score | Programming internship, including audio editing, multi-tasking and production assistance; excellent training provided. | Chris Collins, sports director; chris.collins@cbsradio.com, 312.245.6005 |
| E-marketing visual communication | Chicago / Virtual | Six Corners Association | Assist with e-marketing for neighborhood business association … facebook, YouTube, promotional emails, develop 'fan' following, promote Google listings, work with local businesses; fluency in Spanish or Polish a plus. | Ed Bannon, Six Corners Association 4006 N. Milwaukee Ave. #205 Chicago, IL 60641 |
| Political Communication | Chicagoland / Bloomingdale | Congressman Peter J. Roskam | Political communication, media relations and constituent services for U.S. Congressman and his staff … outstanding organizational communication skills, teamwork skills, self-direction & motivation, maturity. | Mike Dankler, Staff Assistant, Michael.dankler@mail.house.gov, 202-225-4561 |
| Marketing / Public Relations / Event Planning | Chicagoland / Cary | Articulate Promotions | Complete planning, marketing, public relations and promotions of fundraising events for results-oriented, intern-dependent small agency … excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, plus strong creativity, writing and planning skills. Candidates must be able to work well in group settings as well as independently. | Heather Frayn, Event Director ... 847-829-4538 … Hfrayn@articulatepromotions.com |
| Sales / Logistics / New Media / Mass Communication | Chicagoland / Crest Hill | E3 Logistics | Research, prospecting, calling on prospective customers for software startup … primarily a sales role, but also responsible for raising company's social media profile … For more information see our website: http: / / www.goeeethree.com Or view our YouTube channel: http: / / www.youtube.com / user / E3LogisticsSystems / featured |
Ed Wisniowski – President and Chief Developer … 815-953-0624 ... Ed.wisniowski@goeeethree.com |
| PR / Marketing | Chicagoland / Crystal Lake | Centegra Health System | Write press releases, PSAs, newsletters, reports; media relations, graphic design, marketing & event support; website content support … strong writing, interpersonal, organizational skills; powerpoint, excel, Quark skills | Melissa Matusek '93 … senior media & PR coordinator … 815.788.5862 … MMatusek@Centegra.com |
| PR / Marketing & Promotions | Chicagoland / Crystal Lake | Next Media Chicago / Y103.9, Star105.5 | Activities to be determined promoting radio stations in a market tangetial to Chicago | promotions director … 815.459.7000 … |
| PR / Marketing / Communication | Chicagoland / Arlington Heights | Arlington Heights Park District | Assist with marketing, communication and PR for park district including 58 parks on 714 acres … strong writing skills, design skills, interpersonal communication skills, media relations, special events and administrative support. | Shannon Ridgeway, Supt. Of Marketing and Communications, 847-577-3000, sridgeway@ahpd.org |
| Public Relations / Events | Chicagoland / Arlington Heights | Clearbrook | Develop events for non-profit organization creating opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities through services and programs … public relations skills, event planning skills, web design / content skills. | Gloria Drake, VP Communications & Event Planning gdrake@clearbrook.org 847.385.5012 |
| Medical Public Relations | Chicagoland / Arlington Heights | Northwest Community Hospital | Writing press releases, arranging interviews between reporters and hospital leaders, tracking down information for reporters, taking basic photos of hospital facilities, and performing online research. Writing skills are a plus, and the ability to multi-task and positively interact with a variety of personalities is important. | Blaine Krage, Media Relations Manager … 847.618.5516 … bkrage@nch.org |
| Broadcast Radio | Chicagoland / Aurora | WERV-95.9, The River--Next Media | Assist with promotion and special events … strong interpersonal skills, organizational communication skills. | Valerie Champer, promotions manager … 630.898.1580 …val@969theriver.com |
| Medical Public Relations | Chicagoland / Batavia | Signature Marketing | Marketing program coordinator may perform recruiting, event staffing, program coordination, compiling of data and results, outbound marketing collateral creation, etc… | Mike Kulbeda – Account Manager – mkulbeda@smipromos.com – 888-860-1999 x5 |
| PR / Media Relations & Events | Chicagoland / Elgin | Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital | Create communication plans to support events, write news releases and for newsletter, create promotional documents, assist with development, design & measurement of communications efforts … writing, interpersonal, organizational skills, outcome-oriented self-motivator | Ro Ostergaard,Communications Manager ro.ostergaard@advocatehealth.com 847.842.4858 |
| PR | Chicagoland / Hazel Crest | Advocate South Suburban Hospital | Media Relations, communication, government relations for major Chicago area hospital. | Megan McCann, Mgr. / Communication & Government Relations Megan.McCann@advocatehealth.com |
| PR / Human Resources | Chicagoland / Highland Park | SoloCup | High-level human resources support for recruitment and training … check the 'career opportunities' for available internships at this address … www.solocup.com | Denyse Pashup …Senior Corporate Recruiter ... 847.579.3510 … Denyse.Pashup@solocup.com |
| PR / Business support | Chicagoland / Lisle | CH Robinson Worldwide Transportation | Work with transportation units to solve problems with freight delivery (truck & train) … excellent interpersonal / phone skills; problem-solver; strong-under-pressure … excellent training and high-quality supervision & support | Tim Humbert … tim.humbert@chrobinson.com … 630.577.1780 |
| Association Managemen / Event Support | Chicagoland / Mokena | Glatz Management Services | Assist staff in planning and implementing professional business meetings and special events. Analytical assignments will be provided as needed ... flexibility to travel the Chicagoland area, work long hours with events, strong organization & communication skills, maturity and independence encouraged. |
Christine Glatz, President, 815-806-4908, cglatz@managementservices.org |
| Communication | Chicagoland / Naperville | Hair Cuttery | As assistant salon leader learn management skills … display customer service, leadership, organizational skills, task and goal oriented skills, valid cosmetology license, networking & marketing. | Maggie Devore ...Mdevore@mac.edu |
| Media Research / Advertising | Chicagoland / Northbrook | SCW Fitness / Education & Les Mills Midwest | Event planning, administrative work & customer service in the fitness industry … writing, interpersonal & organizational skills necessary. | Joey Alissa Berman, training & events manager … 877.537.6455 … joey.berman@mw.lesmillsusa.com |
| Development / Marketing / Communication | Chicagoland / Schaumburg | Foundry Educational Foundation | Help with Fund Development including social media, working with database (Blackbaud-Raisers Edge) development of new methods and ways to reach our donor base, records research, some telephone solicitation, and the ability to work in a small 2 person office. Some on-site travel to other Universities is also possible. | Bill Sorenson, executive director, 847.490.9200 … bill@fefinc.org |
| Organizational Communication / Sales Support | Chicagoland / Skokie | Hoopis Financial Group | Prospect for potential clients; arrange meetings with potential clients; leverage relationships and expertise of veteran representatives to help potential clients with their personal / business financial needs; excellent training involved … self-motivated, strong interpersonal skills. | Bobbijean Giese, Director of Campus Selection, 847-663-7132, bobbijean.giese@nmfn.com Chad Noyes, College Unit Director, 847-663-7762, chad.noyes@nmfn.com |
| PR / Marketing Support | Chicagoland / Wauconda | The Sanford Organization | Writing and editing of media and marketing copy, media pitching, research and administrative responsibilities for management company representing 7 nonprofit orgs. … Writing, editing, organizational & interpersonal communication skills, creativity, use of Office and Adobe products, | Send cover letter, resume and two writing samples to: tso@tso.net, include “Internship” in the subject line. |
| Journalism / PR, Sports | Danville | Danville Dans Baseball | Leading franchise in an elite summer college baseball league for professional prospects … whatever-it-takes attitude producing web content, baseball news stories, digital photography, graphic production … collaborative attitude, flexible work hours, strong work ethic, must be present at all home games and for other duties as assigned. | Jeanie Cooke, president … 217.497.2096 … jc@cooketech.net |
| PR / Guest Services & Events--Sports | Danville | Danville Dans Baseball | Leading franchise in an elite summer college baseball league for professional prospects … whatever-it-takes attitude working with ticket distribution, special group events, sponsorship relations … collaborative attitude, flexible work hours, strong work ethic, must be present at all home games and for other duties as assigned. | Jeanie Cooke, president … 217.497.2096 … jc@cooketech.net |
| Media Relations--Sports | Danville | Danville Dans Baseball | Leading franchise in an elite summer college baseball league for professional prospects … whatever-it-takes attitude working with sports media in press-box setting, media environmental scannnig, journalistic writing & other media relations duties … collaborative attitude, flexible work hours, strong work ethic, must be present at all home games and for other duties as assigned. | Jeanie Cooke, president … 217.497.2096 … jc@cooketech.net |
| Marketing / Sponsorship / Sales--Sports | Danville | Danville Dans Baseball | Leading franchise in an elite summer college baseball league for professional prospects … whatever-it-takes attitude conductiong group sales, on-site event promotions, sponsor relations and event planning … collaborative attitude, flexible work hours, strong work ethic, must be present at all home games and for other duties as assigned. | Jeanie Cooke, president … 217.497.2096 … jc@cooketech.net |
| Event Marketing & PR | Danville | David S. Palmer Arena | Public relations, sales, marketing and production assistance for municipal entertainment venue … writing, organizational and interpersonal communication skills; public speaking skills; PR / marketing campaign skills. | Peter A. Blackmon, general manager … 217.431.2424 … pblackmon@palmerarena.com |
| PR | Decatur | Archer Daniels Midland Company | Writing intensive opportunity corporate communications opportunity with one of the oldest and largest grain processing grain processing corporations in the world. | Kristi Orrick … kristi.orrick@adm.com …217.451.4348 |
| PR / Marketing, Non-profit | DeKalb | TAILS Humane Society | Produce press release, features, print advertising, marketing support information, radio spots, brochures & newsletters … strong, varied writing skills, self-motivated, creative. | Carolyn Law, public relations director … clawmss@comcast.net … 815.899.7802 |
| Journalism | Denver, CO | Denver Post | Highly-competitive opportunities at top-ranked daily in news, features, on-line production, photography, graphic arts … minority special opportunities available … journalistic skills & portfolio to back them necessary … $500 / wk stipend | Internship Recruiter … 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 600, Denver, CO 80202 … www.denverpost.com / internships … apply by 10 / 31 / 09 for summer '10 |
| PR / Marketing Support, Health Care | Dixon, IL | Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital | Produce quarterly newsletter, employee newsletter, special event planning, writing, research, community relation events, some photography, data base development, promotional activities. | Mary Mahan-Deatherage, Director of Marketing / PR, mdeatherage@ksbhospital.com, 815.285.5509 |
| Journalism | Huntley, IL | White Silo Media | Weekly reporting on news / features / people profiles / previews / event coverage), photography, newspaper management, newspaper business management, newspaper production / layout … learn a wide array of journalism production and management. | Chris La Pelusa, editor … 847-658-6090, chris@mysundaynews.com |
| PR / Programming | Indianapolis, IN | College Mentors for Kids, Inc. | Assist in planning, recruitment, training, fundraising, marketing and goals, plus event planning, database management, grant writing, research, training, evaluation and assessment … organizational communication skills, verbal and writtent skills, understanding of educational environments, interest in child development and at-risk populations ... full-time opportunity with stipend. | Amanda Koushyar, Vice President of Programs, akoushyar@collegementors.org 317.921.1798 |
| PR / Development Support | Indianapolis, IN | College Mentors for Kids, Inc. | Assist in funding through prospect and donor research, grant proposal writing, creating communication and marketing materials, managing a donor database, donor solicitation, administrative support … public speaking, oral and written communication skills, research skills ... full-time opportunity with stipend. | Rob Laux, Vice President of Development rlaux@collegementors.com … 317.921.1798 |
| Journalism | Jacksonville, FL | Florida Times-Union Newspaper | Copy editing / design, graphics, photography and reporting … strong journalistic skills, understanding of journalism practice. | Coulter Kirkpatrick, newsroom office manager … coulter.kirkpatrick@jacksonville.com |
| Field | Location | Organization | Description | Contact |
| Travel / Journalism | Los Angeles, CA / virtual | JohnnyJet.com | Hands-on experience in the travel industry; set your own hours and work from home or any Internet connection; travel opportunities; duties include writing travel articles for the weekly JohnnyJet.com newsletter, editing articles, photo editing, updating the website, managing social networking accounts and conducting research. Students interested in the travel industry, journalism, or who possess advanced computer skills will be a great fit here ... strong writing and editing ... experience with PhotoShop ... basic HTML skills ... exceptional time management / attention to detail ... passion for travel ... independent work ethic. | Marcela Swanson, Project Manager … marcelaswenson@gmail.com |
| PR / Promotions | Milwaukee, WI | Entercom Communications | Develop & support marketing and promotions programs for local radio stations part of 5th largest radio conglomerate in nation … organizational communication, interpersonal communication, creativity, flexible hours | Joe Vinsik, on-site promotions manager … 414.448.2164 … jvinsik@entercom.com |
| Communication | Mt. Vernon, IL | Mt Vernon Hotel Museum | Interested in museum studies, education, culture or historic preservation … The fellowships provide students with the opportunity to participate, first hand, in the inner-workings of a historic house museum, particularly in the Museum’s education department ... historical research related to the Museum's period rooms, exhibits, and programs; participate in summer camp program: “Neighborhood History Camp”; Conduct visitor tours of the Museum’s eight period rooms and garden; Assist with the Museum’s summer public programs; Research topics relevant to museum goals |
The Hearst Fellowship Program, 421 E. 61st St., New York, NY 10065 .. infor@mvhm.org; web site wwwmvhm.org … 212.838.6878 |
| Journalism / Photgraphy | New York, NY | Glamour Magazine | Photography assistant for national fashion magazine … organizational skills, photographic skills, creativity, flexibility. | Nicole Boucher, fashion assistant … 212.286.2652 … nicole_boucher@condenast.com |
| Journalism / Virtual Communication | New York, NY | Mad Magazine | Opportunities in both journalism and design at popular counter-culture magazine. | EDITORIAL: Dave Croatto .. Dave.Croatto@madmagazine.com DESIGN: Ryan Flanders …ryan.flanders@madmagazinecom |
| Journalism | New York, NY | Various Locations (see display on Internship Bulletin Board on 4th Floor Fell). | Journalism internships in New York City through Marist University program | 845.575.3000, ext. 2730 … www.marist.edu / nymep |
| Communication / Fashion Merchandising | New York, NY | Various Locations (see display on Internship Bulletin Board on 4th Floor Fell). | Internships in fashion district of New York City | Lydia Biskup … 845.575.3124 … lydia.biskup@marist.edu |
| PR / Marketing Support | Normal | Advocate BroMenn Medical Center | Assist in development, promotion and presentors of educational programs for medical center … great writing skills, independent, self-motivated. | Eric Alvin, Marketing Manager ealvin@bromenn.org; 309-268-2248 |
| PR / Marketing Support / Business Development | Normal | Allied Health Group | Develop press releases, help prepare direct mail campaigns / monthly newsletters, assist management of social media sites, uphold data protection HIPAA laws, other responsibilities as needed ... strong writing, creativity and collaborative skills. |
Director of Marketing and Communications … 309.268.9000 ... ray@thespinedoctor.net |
| Communication | Normal | Arthritis Foundation | Plan, coordinate and evaluate major events and fundraising programs for a large not-for-profit. | Tara Funk Braucht ('06) … 309.451. 0785 |
| PR / Education Support | Normal | Children's Discovery Museum | Assist in development, promotion and presentors of educational programs for children in museum … good interpersonal, organizational communication and promotional skills | Shelly Hanover … 309.433.3453 … shanover@normal.org |
| PR / Education Support | Normal | Children's Discovery Museum | Assist in working with volunteers and professionals to present museum exhibits to visitors … strong communication & organizational skills; self-starter | Shelly Hanover … 309.433.3453 … shanover@normal.org |
| PR / Project support | Normal | Children's Discovery Museum | Assist in publications and promotion of museum to target audiences plus special projects … writing and editing skills; self-starter; creative | Shelly Hanover … 309.433.3453 … shanover@normal.org |
| Public Relations | Normal | Children's Discovery Museum | .Assist in publications and promotion of museum to target audiences plus special event planning and implementation … writing and editing skills; experience in Adobe Creative Suite; creative; | Heather Young … 309.433.3453 … hyoung@normal.org |
| Journalism / Sports | Normal | CornbeltBaseball.com | Write feature articles on CornBelters’ players and coaches, as well as visiting players and coaches. Skills needed: writing, research, interview, editing, and creativity. | Jack Warren, editor … 309.226.4614 … jack@cornbeltbaseball.com |
| Journalism / Sports | Normal | CornbeltBaseball.com | Write journalistic stories for Normal Cornbelters baseball team ...responsible for covering home games and writing game recaps, as well editing road game summaries for presentation on the web site. Skills needed: writing, research, interview, and editing. | Jack Warren, editor … 309.226.4614 … jack@cornbeltbaseball.com |
| PR / Marketing & Customer Relations | Normal | Enterprise Rent A Car | Small business / franchise management including sales, customer service, cost control, market development … interpersonal skills, strong independent work ethic, creativity. | Dion Jones … Keena.D.Jones@erac.com |
| Journalism and mass communications | Normal | Epiphany Junior High School | Writing and editing skills to guide students, basic filming and video editing skills, a desire to work with middle school level students |
Mrs.Sarah Vaughn, Faculty Sponsor, sarah.vaughn@epiphanyschools.org, 309.452.7040 |
| Visual Communication / Website Design | Normal | Great Plains LIFE Foundation | Agency PR initiating fundraisers, website maintenance & expansion, media relations, sponsorship procurement, public speaking … excellent visual, verbal and written skills, professional attire required for events. | Liz Skinner, Director of Public Relations, Paul Segobiano, Director of Development … gplife@hotmail.com 309.828.3406 |
| PR, Event Planning | Normal | Great Plains LIFE Foundation | Agency PR initiating fundraisers, media relations, press releases, press conferences, newsletters, sponsor recruitment, display booth construction, special events … excellent verbal and written skills, reliable transportation, professional attire required for events. | Liz Skinner, Director of Public Relations, Paul Segobiano, Director of Development … gplife@hotmail.com 309.828.3406 |
| Event Planning & PR | Normal | Habitat for Humanity | Assist with fundraising, promotion and public relations to support award-winning organization which raised more than $50,000 annually to construct a home for a family … strong interpersonal skills, team player, writing skills, works independently, committed to civic engagement. | Julian Westerhout … 309.438.5393 … jwester@ilstu.edu |
| Communication / College Athletics | Normal | Heartland Community College Athletics | Activities promoting & supporting intercollegiate athletics for a community college program … strong writing, interpersonal and organizational skills; flexible hours; ability to complete unique projects. | Nate Metzger, director of athletics … 309.268.8418 … nate.metzger@heartland,edu |
| Public Information / Marketing Support | Normal | Heartland Community College Marketing & Communication | Promote image of thriving 2-year college by planning, promotion and execution of programs, campaigns and events; develop promotional materials and client messages; strong writing and oral communication skills, plus highly-motivated work ethic. | Jeanette Kavanaugh, marketing department … 309.268.8170 … jeanette.kavanaugh@heartland.edu |
| Communication / Journalism, Higher Education | Normal | Heartland Community College Community Education | Assist associate director & program managers with all details associated with developing noncredit courses, publications and special events. There will be writing, editing and internet research as well as assistance with coordination of special events and meetings. | Angie Coughlin, Associate Director-Community & Corporate Education, 309.268.8193, angela.coughlin@heartland.edu |
| Public Relations / Entrepreneurial | Normal | Homegrown & Handmade … Reliant Living | Assist with publicity and promotion of new book release, incorportating all aspects of social and tradition media., speaking engagements, book signings and other promotional events | Deborah Niemann, author … 815.358.2450 … deborahwrites@gmail.com |
| Event Planning & PR | Normal | Humane Society of Central Illinois | Events / Fundraising committee in planning, promoting, event planning. promotional materials … organizational skills, interpersonal skills, strong writing, self-directed. | DeEtte Gorrie … 309.451.1000 …manager@hscipets.org |
| PR / Non-Profit | Normal | Illinois Heart & Lung Foundation | Wide-ranging experience for the self-starter with Spanish speaking & writing skills …support executive director by initiating events, writing news releases, grants, reports, creating promotional documents and providing logistical, creative and administrative assistance …good writer with excellent organizational skills. | Kathi Franklin … 309.663.8297 ext. 5 … kfranklin@ihlf.org |
| Mass Com / Web Development | Normal | ISU Laboratory For Integrated Learning and Technology | Website upkeep and development to support learning and technology on campus … html skills, interpersonal skills, high-level technical skills. | Sarah Walczynski, Director, saskers@ilstu.edu, 309.438.8276 |
| Operations | Normal | Marcfirst | Assist in operations of facilities and programs for developmentally disabled persons … communication skills, organizational skills, collaborative working skills in a challenging environment. | Sara Reeves, Director of Human Resources, 309-451-8888 ext 229 sarareeves@marcfirst.org |
| Human Resources | Normal | Marcfirst | Assist in human resources management of facilities and programs for developmentally disabled persons … communication skills, organizational skills, collaborative working skills in a challenging environment. | Sara Reeves, Director of Human Resources, 309-451-8888 ext 229 sarareeves@marcfirst.org |
| Sales & Marketing | Normal | Marcfirst | Assist in marketing and promotion of facilities and programs for developmentally disabled persons … communication skills, organizational skills, collaborative working skills in a challenging environment. | Sara Reeves, Director of Human Resources, 309-451-8888 ext 229 sarareeves@marcfirst.org |
| Travel & Hospitality Marketing / Promotion | Normal | Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, Uptown Normal | New hotel & conference center in Uptown Normal working with sales, marketing and special events … administrative skills, organizational and interpersonal skills, writing skills, independent and collaborative working skills | Contact Marriott Hotel HR … 309.862.9000 |
| Public Relations | Normal | Miracle League | Maintain communication with media, volunteers, sponsors, event Planning; writing. |
Bill Wright, CEO …. (309) 531-2614... askbillw@aol.com |
| Wellness marketing & communication | Normal | Natural Pathways Holistic Center | Building a business plan to create monthly markets, health fair, other lectures, events, and workshops that support the mission of balancing mind, body, spirit, and emotion … strong organizational, entrepreneurial, creative and communication skills. | Karen Ridinger, Reiki Master, Owner 309.706.2079 contact@apath4u.net |
| Events Management / Sports | Normal | Normal CornBelters Professional Baseball | Plan, organize, execute game-day operations promoting the fan experiences for a professional baseball team … provides a variety of experiences, including customer service, collaboration with other front-office staff … requires strong communication skills, work ethic, great attitude, creative attention to detail and willingness to learn. | Ryan Eberle, director of staadaium operations … 309.451.3440 … reberle@normalbaseball.com |
| Communication, Marketing, Sports PR | Normal | Normal CornBelters Professional Baseball | Sell and service season ticket sales for independent minor league baseball team; also assist with other aspects of communication & administration … strong work ethic, positive attitude, detail-oriented, organizational & interpersonal communication skills, self-starter ... scholarship funding available. | Kyle Kreger ('02) … 309.454.2255 … kkreger@normalbaseball.com |
| PR / Development & Event Support | Normal | Special Olympics Illinois | Assist management of competitions and fundraisers, volunteers, public relations, public awareness and education and family involvement … strong written, oral and organizational communication skills. |
Jill Speer ('08) 309-888-2012, jspeer@soill.org |
| PR / Media Relations & Promotions | Normal | Special Olympics Illinois | Publicity, promotion and publication assistance for organization promoting activities for handicapped persons… public speaker training … | Michele Henson, Director of Communications & Publications … mhenson@soill.org … 309-888-2573 |
| PR / Marketing & Promotions | Normal | Stepping Stone Properties | Planning, assisting and executing local promotions for special events; assist with campaigns and programs to expand client base; media relations; business relations; creativity, interpersonal skills and group skills a must; administrative duties included. | Mike Schaefer, Marketing Manager, …309.452.7800 … michael@steppingstoneprop.com |
| Advertising | Normal | Student Media Group | Local sales & promotion for national media group based in Chester, PA … sales skills, interpersonal skills, self-motivated. | Phil Shafer, vp & co-founder … 610.696.8384 … phil@studentmediagroup.com |
| PR / Development support | Normal | The Baby Fold | Assist with programs & events for local public service agency supporting children … organizational skills, interpersonal skills, strong writing skills, creativity, flexibility. | Angela Doyle, PR coordinator … 309.451.7206 … adoyle@thebabyfold.org |
| PR / Marketing Support | Normal | The Baby Fold | Development, PR, marketing, events planning for social service agency … strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills. | Angela Doyle, PR coordinator … 309.451.7206 … adoyle@thebabyfold.org |
| Marketing Support & Advertising | Normal | The Campus Special, LLC | Account executive for national college advertising and marketing firm, based in Atlanta & Chicago to gain experience in account management, advertising, sales, customer service, marketing and advanced communication skills … sales and marketing interest, interpersonal and organizational communication skills. | Joey Brown, National Sales Manager …800.365.8520 … jbrown@campusspecial.com |
| PR / Development support | Normal | Uptown Normal Business Association | Assist with programs & events for local business association; marketing activities, events planning, business admin functions, writing and posting content for the business association’s website, assisting business and property owners with tasks when appropriate | Brian Simpson ... 309-433-3420 … babbittsbooks@yahoo.com |
| Visual Communication & Media Relations / Sports | Normal Area | Lexington Snipes Baseball Team | Visual Communication & media relations for college summer league baseball team … web skills, writing skills, media relations skills, independent, self-motivated baseball lover. | Billy DuBois, team director, Lexington Snipes … 309.287.1668 |
| PR / Event Organizing / Civic Engagement | Normal | Illinois PIRG | Civic engagement through exploring and examining civc issues … learn to plan and execute campaigns, including recruiting and training volunteers, working with the media, and directly educating consumers … passion for social change, strong written and presentation skills, leadership and collaborative ability. | Marites Velasquez, field organizer … 702.235.9988 extension 249 … marites@studentpirgs.com |
| Communication | Peoria | American Red Cross Blood Drive Services | Assist in volunteer recruitment and promotion of blood drives through the creation of messages and use of communication vehicles … excellent written, oral and organizational communication skills necessary. | Lisa Balraj, volunteer recruitment rep, 309.636. 4239, balraj@list.redcross.org |
| All Disciplines | Peoria Area | Caterpillar | Communication interns work in a fast-paced environment with clients—both within Corporate Public Affairs and with other areas of Caterpillar Inc. Interns are challenged with real world projects and assignments that add value and experience. Communication interns are typically involved in the following ... write and edit articles and news releases ... produce newsletter and e-newsletters ... develop presentations, posters, displays, educational materials, videos, brochures ... assist in the production of videos and / or photoshoots ... manage Web site content | Kimberly Harken, Corporate Public Affairs … (309) 675-4568 … harken_kimberly@cat.com |
| PR / Development Support | Peoria | Center for Youth & Family Solutions | Assist the Advancement Department in promoting the Center for Youth and Family Solutions throughout the 37 counties we serve, through both online and print mediums skills: manage Twitter account, and manage social media presence, planning and promotion of special events, video blog | Rachel Sprinkle, Director of Development … 309.323.6618 … rsprenkle@cyfsolutions.org. |
| Social Media / Advancement | Peoria | Center for Youth & Family Solutions | Assist a family-centered social services organization in acquiring what it needs to serve its clients … monitor & engage social media, supporting events, conduct research to support grants and private donations as well as providing general support to staff members | Rachel Sprinkle, Director of Development … 309.323.6618 … rsprenkle@cyfsolutions.org. |
| PR, Marketing Support, Journalism | Peoria Area | County of Peoria | Develop publications; create promotional materials; assist with promotions and services, public educational programs, community events, maintenance of social media sites, Freedom of Information requests. Good oral, written communication skills; experience with social media and desktop publishing software (Publisher / Illustrator); graphic design experience helpful. | Jenny Zinkel, Director of Strategic Communications, (309) 672-6918, jzinkel@peoriacounty.org |
| PR / Marketing / Community Relations | Peoria Area | Make-A-Wish Foundation | Coordinate activities, including media community, event organization, research, outreach, volunteer recruitment and fundraising support … good communication & writing skills, fast-paced environment with strong multi-tasking skills. | Janet Bantz Glavin, Community Relations Manager, 309-637-1659, Glavin@wishes.org |
| Sales Support / Customer Relations | Peoria Area | Multi-Ad Services | Working for a national industry leader, business development in a professional sales environment, following up leads, building customer confidence … strong interpersonal skills, self-confidence and independence | James Garner, Senior Vice-President … 309.690.5106 … jgarner@multiad.com |
| Sports / Event Planning / Marketing Support | Peoria | Peoria Chiefs baseball team | Enhance the fan experience for Class A affiliated minor league baseball team … strong passion and work ethic; people skills; problem-solving skills; maturity. | Russ Leonard, events & entertainment manager … 309.680.4040 … russl@chiefsnet.com |
| Sports / Graphic Comm. & Video | Peoria | Peoria Rivermen hockey team | Develop in-game and video board features to contribute to the fan experience … knowledge of Final Cut Pro and Photoshop necessary | Mickey Gray, Director of Game Operations, mgray@rivermen.net, 309.680.3810 |
| Marketing, Social Media, Communication | Peoria Area | The Cekander Group, owners of Buffalo Wid Wings restaurant | Social media marketing and networking for local franchises of one of the hottest restaurants in the USA … social media skills, organizational skills, creative skills, writing and editing. | Alison Whisenant … awhisenant@mryouth.com (no phone calls please) |
| Marketing / Development Support | Peoria Area | Peoria Cancer Center Foundation | Marketing and development support with graphic design skills … assist in planning events, coordinating vendors, promoting programs … strong writing and organizational communication skills, as well as experience with social media | Visit website … peoriacancer.com or illinoiscancercare.com |
| Civic Engagement | Peoria Area | Peoria Housing Authority | Hands-on, leadership oriented internship working with low-income families ... help families become self-sufficient and get back on their on feet. Interns serve as mentors / case managers for their clients … good organizational / interpersonal skills, strong interest in community outreach & development. | Nicole Morrow, Family Self-Sufficiency Coordinator 309.676.8736 Ext. 14104 nmorrow@pha.peoria.il.us |
| Journalism | Peoria Area | Times Newspapers | Practical newspaper experience in reporting, writing and editing for community newspapers. | Jeanette Kendall, executive editor … 309.681.3733 … |
| Communications / Web Support / Television | Peoria Area | WTVP-TV | Activity promotion, publications work, press release writing, web page content support for an award-winning Public Television station … good communication skills, self-direction skills. | Linda Miller, VP for Programming …309.495.0591 … linda.miller@wtvp.org |
| Marketing, Social Media, Communication | Peoria Area | The Cekander Group, owners of Buffalo Wid Wings restaurant | Social media marketing and networking for local franchises of one of the hottest restaurants in the USA … social media skills, organizational skills, creative skills, writing and editing. | Alison Whisenant … awhisenant@mryouth.com (no phone calls please) |
| Communications / Marketing Support | Rockford | Rockford Symphony Orchestra | Coordinate communications with patrons, assist with marketing of special events and productions … strong writing and interpersonal skills. | Julie Schaper … 815.965.0049 … jschaper@rockfordsymphony.com |
| Marketing Support | Springfield | Marine Bank | Assist with all aspects of bank promotion, including event planning, charitable contribution research, press releases, brochures and competitive research … writing & editing skills, self-starter. | Christine Carrels, VP of Marketing … 217.726.1561 … ccarrels@ibankmarine.com |
| Advertising Specialties & Sales Support | St. Louis | Universal Creative Concepts | (contact the provider for latest details) | David R. Kaiser, president / CEO … 314.994.9449 … kaiser@uccadv.com … www.uccpromos.com … 9909 Clayton Road, St. Louis, MO 63124 |
| Sports Broadcasting | St. Louis Area | Gateway Grizzlies Independent Minor League Baseball Team | Assist with all phases of preparation, pre-game, in-game and post-game broadcasting … opportunities as analyst, play-by-play and studio host … assist with public relations and promotions, including radio, video and written communication … | Adam Young, Director of Broadcasting … 618-337-3000 … youngpbp@gmail.com |
| Social Media / PR & Marketing Support | St. Louis / Virtual | Back2Basics Marketing | Entrepreneurial marketing firm promotes events and civic engagement with an emphasis creativity and 21st Century work environment … creative self-starter a must ... writing and distributing press releases, managing client social media networks, market research, database management, coordinating projects with clients, and more. Graphic / web design skills are a plus, but not necessary. visual media skills, knowledge of Facebook, | Danielle Shields ('09) ... 636-293-5958, danielleshields@back2basicsmarketing.com. |
| Communication / Fashion Merchandising | Various Locations | Buckle | Product promotion, sales support, management training, team building, leadership, human resources … interpersonal and small group skills, fashion merchandising interest. | Christie Heacock, director of recruiting … 800.626.1255, ext. 2480 |
| Retail Marketing Communication, Human Resources & Leadership | Various Locations | Target | Leadership in a fast paced retail environment … accountable, resilient, driven for success, winning attitude all while engaging in many team focused activities, responsible indirectly for over 150 team members, give and receive feedback. | Check with the manager at a store near you. |
| Online Journalism | Virtual | BleacherReport.com | Search Engine Optimization (SEO), headline and keyword generation, article formatting, and breaking news coverage on sports,while working with editors as on-call and freelance journalists, who will receive on-line bylines in newsletters and with newspaper partners ... strong interviewing, writing and editing skills, ability to work independently, accept assignments with quick turnaround and meet deadlines. |
Max Tcheyan – Internship Manager 415 777 5505 max@bleacherreport.com |
| Social Media | Virtual | 6rounds | Interactive media … offers users access to videos, music, real-time games, co-facebooking and shopping … social media skills are paramount | Alison Shapiro, internship coordinator .. alison@rounds.com |
| Civic Engagement / Political Communication | Virtual | Democracy Matters | Building coalitions of student activists, lobby & educate elected officials, lead petition drives … independent, civically committed communicator with strong leadership qualities. Stipend included. | Contact website for details … www.democracymatters.org |
| PR / Human Resources | Virtual | Performance Growth Partners | Virtual internship for virtual firm … HR, recruiting, manufacturing improvement, and other services ...produce media kits / contact media outlets for possible contributions to articles or interviews … press releases ... web content. | Sherry Galbreath … sherry@performtogrow.com ... 309.664.7741 |
| Professional Sales / Real Estate | Virtual | Simple Solution Properties | Real estate sales, including building network, research, presentations and sales support. | Kevin Tunney, CEO, (847) 401-5774, Simple.Solution.Properties@Gmail.com |
| Political Communication | Washington, DC | Congressman Adam Kinzinger | Opportunities to serve in constitutent communication and other government affairs communication. | Brook Hougesen ('09) … 202.450.0365 … Brook.Hougesen@mail.house.gov |
| Journalism / Media Relations | Washington, DC | National Journalism Center | Organization places journalism in 12-week internships with Washington, DC media; journalism training in a public policy environment … strong journalistic skills and interest in public policy journalism. | Apply on-line (njc.yaf.org); cover letter, 2-3 writing samples (published news clips are preferred), 3 references (or letters of recommendation on official letterhead and with contact information), and a current resume. A transcript may be requested at a later date. E-mailed to lsmith@yaf.org (preferred), faxed to (202) 628-1491 or mailed to: National Journalism Center attn: Lauren Smith 529 14th Street NW Suite 937 Washington, DC, 20045. |
| PR / Journalism / Marketing Support | Washington, DC | National Journalism Center | Implement marketing strategies, recruitment strategies, conduct media events, interviews and work on website components for national media organization placing Washington DC interns … self-directed, interpersonal skills, writing skills, professionalism and experience with HTML. | Apply on-line (njc.yaf.org); cover letter, 2-3 writing samples (published news clips are preferred), 3 references (or letters of recommendation on official letterhead and with contact information), and a current resume. A transcript may be requested at a later date. E-mailed to lsmith@yaf.org (preferred), faxed to (202) 628-1491 or mailed to: National Journalism Center attn: Lauren Smith 529 14th Street NW Suite 937 Washington, DC, 20045. |
| Journalism / PR / Marketing | Washington, DC | National Press Club | Journalism, public relations and marketing skills to assist with projects to support National Press Club and Eric Friedheim Journalism Library. | Lisa Miller, director of outreach and development … 202.662.7564 … lmiller@press.org |
| PR / Political Communication | Washington, DC & Chicagoland / Bloomingdale | Congressman Peter J. Roskam | Customer service, correspondance distribution, tours of US Capitol Bldg., research, writing letters, assisting staff | Mike Dankler, Staff Assistant, Michael.dankler@mail.house.gov, 202-225-4561 |
| PR / Political Communication | Washington, DC & San Francisco, CA | Greenpeace | Travel, training and hands-on opportunity to impact environmental issues … | Apply on-line at www.greenpeace.org / got or email Linda Capato at got@wdc.greenpeace.org 877-450-3517 ext. 320. |