On-line business publication writing with John Day's Automotive Electronics News

On-line business publication writing/Corporate Communication
John Day’s Automotive Electronics News
1203 Homecrest Ave.
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
(269) 353-3822
Web site: http://johndayautomotivelectronics.com

Internship objective: Hands-on experience writing and editing for an online business publication

About the interning organization: John Day’s Automotive Electronics News – Insight for Engineers – is an information resource for people who design, validate, manufacture, market, and support electronic components, systems, connectivity and content for the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) light vehicle market.

We provide news and feature coverage of the multi-billion dollar automotive electronics industry.

Semesters interns are needed: Fall, spring, Su I & Su II annually

Number of interns needed: minimum of 1

Start date: On or near the first day of the semester, negotiable

End date: On or near the last day of the semester, negotiable

Hours per week: 10-15 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern.

Academic qualifications: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication

Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns should have Internet access and be able to search the Internet for information. Interns should also be familiar with Microsoft Word. They should have at least a basic understanding of how to write news and feature articles. They should also have an eye for detail, and an inquisitive mind.

Description of intern responsibilities: Duties may include editing press releases to prepare product announcements for posting on the site; research to identify sources for feature articles, contacting companies to request additional information, and news and feature article writing.

Location: Student can complete this internship from any location, providing they have internet and phone access.

Intern sponsor: John Day

Credit: College credit toward communication major, minor or general electives. One hour of college credit is earned for 40 hours of work up to 6 credits.

Interested students should contact: John Day via email at jhday12@sbcglobal.net

Evaluation: The evaluation and grade will be completed by Internship Coordinator Marilyn Kritzman and will be based upon the following:
v The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
v The student’s copy of all work produced
v The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
v Final paper
v The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
v The internship sponsor final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:
v Student’s journal/log: 20%
v Student’s work: 20 %
v Paper: 20%
v Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
v Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%

Calendar:
v E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
v Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
v All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
v Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
v Internship sponsor final evaluation due the Wednesday of finals week with the rest of the material. The evaluation may be submitted with the student’s materials in a sealed envelope, or the sponsor may submit it separately by the due date.


Student’s Signature


Intern sponsor’s (at internship site) signature


Coordinator of Undergraduate Internship’s (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature

Media Production internship with Bronson Hospital

Media Production Internship
Bronson Methodist Hospital
601 John Street
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007
Phone: 269-341-6374
Web site: www.bronsonhealth.com

Internship objective: To gain hands-on real world media production experience while creating a chemical spill response orientation production (CD or DVD) for use at Bronson Healthcare Group.

About the interning organization: Bronson Healthcare Group is a not-for-profit, tertiary healthcare system serving southwest Michigan and northern Indiana. With a workforce of nearly 5,000 and a medical staff of over 700, Bronson is one of the area's largest employers.
Interning organizations mission: To provide excellent healthcare services.

Semesters interns are needed: Spring 2010

Number of interns needed: 1-3

Start date: On or near the first day of the semester, negotiable

End date: On or near the last day of the semester, negotiable

Hours per week: 10-15 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern.

Academic qualifications: Student in good standing with declared major in the film, video, and media studies.

Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns must have experience in development, scripting and post-production. Most students will gain this experience by completing a combination of courses from this list: Com 3590, Com 3580, Com 3550, Com 3560, and Com 5550

Additional skills and qualifications: student interns should:
§ Be able to creative and resourceful
§ Be able to with others in a team environment
§ Be goal oriented
§ Be able to meet deadlines and work with little direct supervision

Description of intern responsibilities: The student intern will assist the Environmental Safety Department in creating chemical spill response video to be used as a training tool for new hire orientation and refresher training.

Location: Bronson Methodist Hospital, 601 John Street, Kalamazoo Michigan.

Intern sponsor: Lisa Hardesty, Environment of Care and Sustainability Manager, 269-341-6374, hardestl@bronsonhg.org

Credit: College credit toward communication major, minor or general electives. One hour of college credit is earned for 40 hours of work.

Interested students should contact: Lisa Hardesty, Environment of Care and Sustainability Manager, 269-341-6374, hardestl@bronsonhg.org

Evaluation: The evaluation and grade will be completed by Internship Coordinator Marilyn Kritzman and will be based upon the following:
v The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
v The student’s copy of all work produced
v The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
v Final paper
v The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
v The internship sponsor final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:
v Student’s journal/log: 20%
v Student’s work: 20 %
v Paper: 20%
v Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
v Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%

Calendar:
v E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
v Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
v All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
v Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
v Internship sponsor final evaluation due the Wednesday of finals week with the rest of the material. The evaluation may be submitted with the student’s materials in a sealed envelope, or the sponsor may submit it separately by the due date.


Student’s Signature


Intern sponsor’s (at internship site) signature


Coordinator of Undergraduate Internship’s (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature

Training and Development Internship at Bronson Methodist Hospital

Training and Development Internship
Bronson Methodist Hospital
601 John Street
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007
Phone: 269-341-6374
Web site: www.bronsonhealth.com

Internship objective: To gain hands-on real word experience in training and development while creating a drivers training module to be used by Bronson Healthcare Group. The target audience for this training project will be the Distribution Center, Home Health, Laboratory, Facilities Services and Security.

About the interning organization: Bronson Healthcare Group is a not-for-profit, tertiary healthcare system serving southwest Michigan and northern Indiana. With a workforce of nearly 5,000 and a medical staff of over 700, Bronson is one of the area's largest employers.
Interning organizations mission: To provide excellent healthcare services.

Semesters interns are needed: Spring 2010, Su I & Su II 2010.

Number of interns needed: One

Start date: On or near the first day of the semester, negotiable

End date: On or near the last day of the semester, negotiable

Hours per week: 10-15 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern.

Academic qualifications: Student in good standing with declared major or minor in the School of Communication with an emphasis on training and development.

Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns should:
§ Be able to creative and resourceful
§ Be proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
§ Be able to with others in a team environment
§ Be goal oriented
§ Be able to meet deadlines and work with little direct supervision

Description of intern responsibilities: The student intern will assist the Environmental Safety Department in creating a drivers training module that will include a PowerPoint presentation and competency test. The student will be expected to research insurance company guidelines and best-demonstrated practices in the creation of this module.

Location: Bronson Methodist Hospital, 601 John Street, Kalamazoo Michigan.

Intern sponsor: Lisa Hardesty, Environment of Care and Sustainability Manager, 269-341-6374, hardestl@bronsonhg.org

Credit: College credit toward communication major, minor or general electives. One hour of college credit is earned for 40 hours of work.

Interested students should contact: Lisa Hardesty, Environment of Care and Sustainability Manager, 269-341-6374, hardestl@bronsonhg.org

Evaluation: The evaluation and grade will be completed by Internship Coordinator Marilyn Kritzman and will be based upon the following:
v The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
v The student’s copy of all work produced
v The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
v Final paper
v The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
v The internship sponsor final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:
v Student’s journal/log: 20%
v Student’s work: 20 %
v Paper: 20%
v Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
v Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%

Calendar:
v E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
v Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
v All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
v Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
v Internship sponsor final evaluation due the Wednesday of finals week with the rest of the material. The evaluation may be submitted with the student’s materials in a sealed envelope, or the sponsor may submit it separately by the due date.


Student’s Signature


Intern sponsor’s (at internship site) signature


Coordinator of Undergraduate Internship’s (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature

Corporate Communication Internship with Buy Local Kalamazoo

Corporate Communication/Public Relations/Marketing Internship
Buy Local Kalamazoo
2413 Parkview Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Phone: (269) 553-6506
Web site: BuyLocalKalamazoo.org

Internship objective: Educate Buy Local Kalamazoo members regarding the resources
and internet tools available to them as members. Develop marketing tools for Buy Local
Kalamazoo. Develop enhancements to our web site.

Interning organizations mission: To strengthen community relationships within the
Kalamazoo area through building awareness of the positive economic impacts of buying
locally. Buy Local Kalamazoo is a not for profit organization that promotes our local
economy. We have 3 main components. First, gather independent business owners for
networking and build awareness of our neighbors. Second, educate the consumer
regarding the importance of shopping locally. Third, build partnerships with other local
organizations that are not businesses, but are composed of consumers. These contacts
strengthen the program and increase Buy Local Kalamazoo’s respect in the community.

Semesters interns are needed: Fall 2009 and Spring 2010. (two separate interns OK)

Number of interns needed: one intern per semester

Start date: On or near the first day of the semester, negotiable

End date: On or near the last day of the semester, negotiable

Hours per week: 10-15 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled
to intern. Flexible hours. This is a self-directed internship.

Academic qualifications: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication.
Some web site design, marketing, public relations, business classes preferred.

Desired skills and qualifications: Student intern should be motivated and have a
passion for the Buy Local Kalamazoo cause. The intern also needs good knowledge of
Microsoft Publisher and Word. Some graphic design and web building skills necessary.

Description of intern responsibilities: Educate Buy Local Kalamazoo members with
resources available to them as members. Personally contact potential members and new
members about the organization. Provide and upload new, creative information to the
Buy Local Kalamazoo web site as well as links to our members. Develop marketing
materials. Assist in planning and working at member and community events.
Location: Working from/out of Kazoo Books, 2413 Parkview Avenue, Kalamazoo

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization): Gloria Tiller Chairperson and Marian
Barnes, Vice Chairperson of Buy Local Kalamazoo

Credit: College credit toward communication major, minor or general electives. One
hour of college credit is earned for 40 hours of work.

Interested students should contact: Gloria Tiller, 553-6506, Gloria@kazoobooks.com
or Marian Barnes at JAXappraisal@charter.net

Evaluation: The evaluation and grade will be completed by Internship Coordinator
Marilyn Kritzman and will be based upon the following:
 The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
 The student’s copy of all work produced
 The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
 Final paper
 The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
 The internship sponsor final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:
 Student’s journal/log: 20%
 Student’s work: 20 %
 Paper: 20%
 Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
 Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%

Calendar:
 E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
 Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
 All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to
final weeks of the semester/session registered.
 Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
 Internship sponsor final evaluation due the Wednesday of finals week with the rest
of the material. The evaluation may be submitted with the student’s materials in a
sealed envelope, or the sponsor may submit it separately by the due date.


Student’s Signature


Intern sponsor’s (at internship site) signature


Coordinator of Undergraduate Internship’s (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature

Public and Media Relations Internship with Comstock Community Center

Public Relations/Media Relations Internship
Comstock Community Center
P.O. Box 34, 6330 King Highway
Comstock, MI 49042
(269) 345-8556
www.comstockcc.com

Internship objective: This position will include, but is not limited to, public relations functions in planning for and promoting the 2010 Kalamazoo Flower Expo, as well as the newly created Community Learning Center (scheduled to open January 2010).

About Comstock Community Center: Comstock Community Center has been providing recreation, health and human services to families, youth and seniors in Kalamazoo County since 1969. Founded as a youth center by volunteers, the Center has evolved as a leader in the community services field. It was the first community center to be constructed with H.U.D. funds, to collaborate for expanded service delivery, and to successfully pass a millage for operating support.

Mission Statement: Comstock Community Center develops resources and provides a setting for education, recreation, social events, human services and life-long learning activities to enhance the lives of community members and build a healthier community.

Semesters: Fall-Spring 2009-2010

Number of interns needed: minimum of 1

Start/End date: Negotiable

Hours per week: 10-15 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern.

Academic qualifications: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication

Desired skills and qualifications: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills. Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint). Ability to work both independently and in a project team. Must be sociable and have excellent phone skills for talking to media, be a strong writer, coachable and willing to learn.

Description of intern responsibilities:
Writing and editing press release, media alerts, developing media list, research on the internet and calling the media for story placement
Attending meetings related to responsibilities, i.e. event committee meetings
Assisting in the design and production of marketing materials
Assisting in design of web pages, as well as developing and maintaining social media (i.e. Facebook & Twitter) to promote events
Assisting staff with details regarding implementation of the event
Any other duties as assigned.

Location: Comstock, MI

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization): Kimberly Phillips

Credit: College credit toward communication major, minor or general electives. One hour of college credit is earned for 40 hours of work.

Interested students should contact: Kimberly Phillips: diroperations@comstockcc.com

Evaluation: The evaluation and grade will be completed by Internship Coordinator Marilyn Kritzman and will be based upon the following:
v The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
v The student’s copy of all work produced
v The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
v Final paper
v The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
v The internship sponsor final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:
v Student’s journal/log: 20%
v Student’s work: 20 %
v Paper: 20%
v Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
v Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%

Calendar:
v E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
v Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
v All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
v Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
v Internship sponsor final evaluation due the Wednesday of finals week with the rest of the material. The evaluation may be submitted with the student’s materials in a sealed envelope, or the sponsor may submit it separately by the due date.


Student’s Signature


Intern sponsor’s (at internship site) signature


Coordinator of Undergraduate Internship’s (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature

Administrative/Corporate Communication Internship with Kalamazoo Regional Chamber of Commerce

Kalamazoo Regional Chamber of Commerce
346 W. Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Phone: (269) 381-4000

Corporate Communication/Administrative Internship with Membership Department

About the Kalamazoo Regional Chamber of Commerce:
The Kalamazoo Regional Chamber of Commerce is the largest business organization in the county, with more than 1,900 member companies. We are a private, non-profit, voluntary, membership organization which advocates for business, its members range from sole proprietorships to multi-national corporations.

The Chamber serves as the collective voice for business on issues affecting business and the Kalamazoo community. Its members are committed to enhancing the local business climate and maintaining a high quality of life in the community. They are able to accomplish together what no one business could do alone.

Your objective as an intern:
The Chamber provides numerous opportunities and benefits for its members through networking events, education programs, and communications to members and the community. You will assist the Chamber staff in maintaining these functions.

Semesters needed: Fall 2009

Number needed: 1

Hours per week: 12-15 per week / depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern. You may do additional hours if so inclined.

Academic qualifications: Declared major in any of the following areas: Business, Business Administration, Public Relations, Organizational Communication, Communication Studies, Interpersonal Communications, and Marketing.

Desired skills and qualifications:
1. Excellent phone skills
2. Excellent time management and prioritization skills
3. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
4. Proficient with all aspects of Microsoft Office
5. Multi-tasking
6. Strong work and service ethic
7. Interested in networking and developing relationships with corporate executives
8. Strong academic record

Description of intern responsibilities:
Administrative Interns with the Membership department will spend their time entering prospects and new sales into the Chamber database, scheduling appointments for the sales staff, writing proactive emails, putting together spreadsheets, speaking with Chamber members and answering any questions they might have, researching various business and their contacts. Other duties include attending and helping out with Chamber related events when possible, running various errands around downtown with prospective and current Chamber members.

Internship benefits:
While interning at the Chamber you will learn the art of supporting a business to business sales team while working with the membership director and sales staff. You will also have the opportunity implement territory management, tracking and evaluating activity and relaying information gathered to the internal staff of the office. You will be gaining valuable knowledge in networking possibilities, career opportunities, real world business experience, and a wonderful asset to put on your resume.
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If interested please contact Laura Pecherski, Membership Representative at (269) 381-4000 or email your resume to lpecherski@kazoochamber.com.

Evaluation: The evaluation and grade will be completed by Internship Coordinator Marilyn Kritzman and will be based upon the following:

�� The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities

�� The student’s copy of all work produced

�� The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives

�� Final paper

�� The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation

�� The internship sponsor final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:

�� Student’s journal/log: 20%

�� Student’s work: 20 %

�� Paper: 20%

�� Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%

�� Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%

Calendar:

�� E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.

�� Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed

�� All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.

�� Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship

�� Internship sponsor final evaluation due the Wednesday of finals week with the rest of the material. The evaluation may be submitted with the student’s materials in a sealed envelope, or the sponsor may submit it separately by the due date.


Student’s Signature


Intern sponsor’s (at internship site) signature


Coordinator of Undergraduate Advising (Marilyn Kritzman’s) signature

Revue Magazine, Grand Rapids, MI

Com 4990
Journalism, Public Relations, Corporate Communication, Marketing
Revue Magazine
2422 Burton St. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 301-9200
www.revuewm.com, http://revuewm.blogspot.com, www.twitter.com/revuewm

Internship objective: Revue has reformatted our internship program in order to make the program more student-friendly and for students to get the most out of being part of a publication. Revue is a small company, so our interns will get experience in multiple fields.
About the interning organization: Revue is a free, monthly West Michigan entertainment guide. Each month includes features such as local and national musicians, sports, theatre, art, film, etc.

Semesters interns are needed: Fall, spring, Su I & Su II annually

Number of interns needed: 4-6

Start date: On or near the first day of the semester

End date: On or near the last day of the semester

Hours per week: 10-15 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern.

Academic qualifications: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication

Desired skills and qualifications: Familiar with AP Style writing, comfortable reporting and being on the phone, comfortable with Microsoft Office applications, self-motivated

Description of intern responsibilities: Writing (includes blogging and writing articles for the magazine), viral marketing (social networking sites, etc.), networking in the community, compiling calendar listings, promotions projects, magazine distribution, helping with monthly magazine features, researching for upcoming features/events, proofing, copy editing, fact checking

Location: 2422 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization): Lindsay Patton-Carson

Credit: College credit toward communication major, minor or general electives. One hour of college credit is earned for 40 hours of work up to 6 credits.

Interested students should contact: Lindsay Patton-Carson, lindsaypatton@revuewm.com, (616) 301-9200.

Evaluation: The evaluation and grade will be completed by Internship Coordinator Marilyn Kritzman and will be based upon the following:
The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
The student’s copy of all work produced
The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
Final paper
The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
The internship sponsor final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:
Student’s journal/log: 20%
Student’s work: 20 %
Paper: 20%
Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%

Calendar:
E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
Internship sponsor final evaluation due the Wednesday of finals week with the rest of the material. The evaluation may be submitted with the student’s materials in a sealed envelope, or the sponsor may submit it separately by the due date.



Student’s Signature


Intern sponsor’s (at internship site) signature


Coordinator of Undergraduate Internship’s (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature