Thursday, October 30, 2008

Com 4990
Organizational Communications/Human Resources Internship
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
6767 West O Avenue
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009
Phone: 269-488-4142
Web: http://www.kvcc.edu/



Internship objective: To work with the Director of Staff Development in developing and facilitating workshops and communications on talent management.

About the interning organization: Kalamazoo Valley Community College offers a way for people to reach their goals through quality educational offerings and services, including 2-year degrees, certificates, transfer credits for four-year colleges and universities, and short-term academies for quick entry into the workforce.

Semesters interns are needed: Spring semester 2009

Number of interns needed: 1

Start date: Starts sometime in January (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:

  1. Ability to identify, prioritize and execute critical tasks
  2. Ability to speak/present comfortably and enthusiastically to groups
  3. Derive satisfaction from developing others
  4. Be energized by continuous improvement

Description of intern responsibilities: Work with Director of Staff Development to develop and facilitate activities to build organizational knowledge and literacy around talent and strengths philosophy.

Location: KVCC Texas Township Campus, 6767 West O Avenue, Kalamazoo.

Intern sponsor: Nancy Taylor, Director of Staff Development.

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: Kristine Goolsby, Assistant to the Director of Staff Development, between 8am – 2pm weekdays at 488-4640 for an appointment.

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’s sponsor’s (at internship site) signature


Coordinator of Undergraduate Internships’ (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature


Tuesday, October 28, 2008

ACUHO-I Housing Internship Program

Com 4990
ACUHO-I Housing Internship Program
Phone: (614) 292-0099
Web: http://www.acuho-i.org/



Internship objective: For interns, the Housing Internship Program offers a broader experience by accomplishing new tasks and being exposed to a different housing operation at a different institution. By learning about the administration of student housing, interns will be able to contribute new ideas to their home institution. Interns also have the chance to interact with future employers and mentors.

About the interning organization: In 1977, the Association of College and University Housing Officers –International Housing Internship Program started with four schools. Today, almost 30 years later, almost 140 schools across the United States and Canada participate in one of the more prestigious and competitive higher education internship opportunities that exist.

International Internship History: The first proposal to expand the Housing Internship Program on an institution level was unveiled in Summer 2002. In Summer 2003, the first international opportunities took place at the University of Alberta and Victoria University of Wellington. Since Summer 2003, at least one host site has been out of the United States. As the committee has tried to reach out to international hosts, it has also begun to reach out to international students. Canadian students have participated as interns since 2003.

Internship organization’s mission: ACUHO-I achieves its vision by providing innovative, value-driven programs, services, research, and development as well as networking opportunities that help support and evolve the collegiate housing industry. We do this with the constant purpose of making a positive difference in the lives of members and those they serve.


Semesters interns are needed: 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


Intern applications will be available November 1, 2008 and will be due January 5, 2009

Hours per week: 10-15 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern. Length of internship is 8-12 weeks

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

Location: Multiple institutions across the United States

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: Any questions about the Housing Internship Program can be emailed to housininternships@acuho-i.org or call the ACUHO-I central office at 614.292.0099.

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

  1. The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
  2. The student’s copy of all work produced
  3. The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
  4. Final paper
  5. The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
  6. The internship sponsor final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:

  1. Student’s journal/log: 20%
  2. Student’s work: 20 %
  3. Paper: 20%
  4. Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
  5. Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%

Calendar:

  1. E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
  2. Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
  3. All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
  4. Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
  5. 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 Internships’ (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature



Thursday, October 23, 2008


Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Merchandising Internship
Spartan Stores
850 76th St SW
PO Box 8700
Grand Rapids MI 49518-8700
Phone: (616) 878-2000
Web:
www.spartanstores.com


Internship objective:
  1. To introduce students to employment opportunities with Spartan Stores
  2. To increase the effectiveness and relevance of education by applying classroom studies to the real world
  3. To assess a student’s potential for placement within Spartan Stores
  4. To promote growth, innovation and enthusiasm in the participating students
  5. To have students complete specific projects within a division/department

About the interning organization: The Internship Program at Spartan Stores is designed to identify and mentor current college students that exhibit high potential for future employment in positions within the corporation. It is a paid twelve-week program from May-August.

Semesters interns are needed: 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 should:

  1. Demonstrate efforts to continuously improve
  2. Exhibit enthusiasm
  3. Have high expectations of self initiative, openness, optimism, teamwork, trustworthiness and willingness to invest the time and energy to be successful.

Description of intern responsibilities:
Opportunities include:

  1. Accounting/Finance
  2. Human Resources
  3. Information Technology
  4. Marketing
  5. Merchandising
  6. Supply Chain/ Logistics
  7. Criminal Justice/Loss Prevention

Location:
850 76th St SW, PO Box 8700
Grand Rapids MI 49518-8700

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization): Unknown

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:
Send your resume and cover letter to human_resources@spartanstores.com. You may contact Human Resources at 616.878.8231 with any questions.

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

  1. The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
  2. The student’s copy of all work produced
  3. The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
  4. Final paper
  5. The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
  6. The internship sponsor final evaluation
Method of Evaluation:

  1. Student’s journal/log: 20%
  2. Student’s work: 20 %
  3. Paper: 20%
  4. Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
  5. Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%
Calendar:

  1. E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
  2. Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
  3. All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
  4. Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
  5. 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 Internships’ (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature


Tuesday, October 21, 2008


Corporate Communication/Marketing Internship
The March of Dimes
1930 West Milham Road, Suite A
Portage, MI 49024
Phone: (269) 243-5586
Web: www.marchofdimes.com



Internship objective: To give interns hands-on experience in marketing activities in a non-profit environment.

About the interning organization: We carry out our mission through research, community services, education and advocacy to save babies' lives. March of Dimes researchers, volunteers, educators, outreach workers and advocates work together to give all babies a fighting chance against the threats to their health: prematurity, birth defects, low birth weight.
Intern organization mission: Our mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality.

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 should:

  1. Be detail-oriented
  2. Be outgoing
  3. Be able to perform public relations activities such as writing press releases, updating and maintaining media lists and donor databases, as well as assembling press kits, and providing support at special events
Description of intern responsibilities:

Helping with all day-to-day functions of communications and special event marketing for the Kalamazoo Division of the March of Dimes including:

  1. Data entry
  2. Market research
  3. Event set-up and promotion
  4. Correspondence
Location:
The March of Dimes
1930 West Milham Road
Portage, MI 49024

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization): Tai Martin

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: Tai Martin at 269-343-5586 or via email at tmartin@marchofdimes.com

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

  1. The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
  2. The student’s copy of all work produced
  3. The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
  4. Final paper
  5. The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
  6. The internship sponsor final evaluation
Method of Evaluation:

  1. Student’s journal/log: 20%
  2. Student’s work: 20 %
  3. Paper: 20%
  4. Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
  5. Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%
Calendar:

  1. E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
  2. Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
  3. All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
  4. Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
  5. 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 Internships’ (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature

Corporate Communication/Marketing Internship
Surgical Specialties LLC
813 Stafford Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
Phone: (269) 276-9099
Web site: www.surgicalspecialties.com




Internship objective: To give interns hands-on experience in marketing communications in promotion of products in the medical device industry.

About the interning organization: Founded in 2005, Surgical Specialties Medical Devices, LLC is a professional Independent Sales Agency representing Quality Orthopedic and Podiatric products from leading Device Manufacturers.


Interning organizations mission: Our mission at Surgical Specialties is to be your partner in supporting the Physician and Surgical Team in improving the quality of patient’s lives by increasing their activity and independence.

Semesters interns are needed: fall, spring, su I & su II annually

Number of interns needed: 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 hours, negotiable

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

Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns should:
  1. Excellent written communication skills
  2. Strong sense of creativity
  3. Strong computer skills
  4. Graphic design skills & desktop publishing skills
Description of intern responsibilities:

  1. Coordinating online communications
  2. Supporting and contributing to quarterly newsletters
  3. Working with e-commerce follow-up communications
Location:
813 Stafford Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49006

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization): Tom Schwab

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:
Tom Schwab
Office: (877) 266-3995
Cell: (269) 217-6690

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

  1. The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
  2. The student’s copy of all work produced
  3. The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
  4. Final paper
  5. The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
  6. The internship sponsor final evaluation
Method of Evaluation:

  1. Student’s journal/log: 20%
  2. Student’s work: 20 %
  3. Paper: 20%
  4. Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
  5. Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%
Calendar:

  1. E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
  2. Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
  3. All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
  4. Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
  5. 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 Internships' (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature


Thursday, October 16, 2008

Corporate Communication/Retail Management/Human Resources Internship
The TARGET Corporation
Web:
http://www.target.com/


IMAGINE AN INTERNSHIP WHERE YOU:

  1. Bring your unique background and extraordinary ideas to work, and let Target help shape your future.
  2. Develop the leadership skills and business knowledge you need to enhance your career.
  3. Work at one of the nation’s most innovative and successful retailers.
  4. Work in a team environment designed to promote and reward individuality, innovation, leadership and strong business results.
  5. Become part of our fast, fun and friendly culture.


HEADQUARTERS A 10-week summer internship program at Target headquarters in Minneapolis, MN will let you:


  1. Make the most of a paid internship with round-trip airfare and housing available for out-of-state interns.
  2. Work with a team to analyze and develop company strategies.
  3. Present your final project to management at the conclusion of your internship.
  4. Attend various networking events, including a professional development workshop, Target distribution center and store tours, an Executive Lunch and a volunteer event.

STORES
A 10-week paid internship at a Target store or Target pharmacy will let you:


  1. Familiarize yourself with all areas of a store, including Assets Protection, Guest Service, Sales Floor, Replenishment, Logistics, Human Resources and Pharmacy, while receiving hands-on training in your area.
  2. Take on a special project that will allow you to focus on a specific area of the store.
  3. Work closely with members of the store’s leadership team and with store team and pharmacy team members.
  4. Gain a significant understanding of Target stores or Target pharmacies.
SUPPLY CHAIN/LOGISTICS
A paid 12-week summer internship program at a Target distribution center will let you:


  1. Enhance your knowledge of distribution operations through a comprehensive training program.
  2. Learn the workings of the Target supply chain network and its leadership team.
  3. Evaluate existing operating methods and help motivate continuous improvement.
  4. Develop your leadership skills and lay the groundwork for a career at Target.
  5. For more information visit the Web site: http://www.target.com/

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

  1. The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
  2. The student’s copy of all work produced
  3. The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
  4. Final paper
  5. The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
  6. The internship sponsor final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:

  1. Student’s journal/log: 20%
  2. Student’s work: 20 %
  3. Paper: 20%
  4. Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
  5. Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%

Calendar:

  1. E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
  2. Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
  3. All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
  4. Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
  5. 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.

Intern’s sponsor (at internship site) signature


Student's Signature


Internships Coordinator of Undergraduate Student's (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

WEYI-TV, Clio Michigan


Broadcast Journalism/Broadcast News/TV Internship
Barrington Broadcasting WEYI-TV
2225 Willard Rd
Clio, MI 48420
Phone: (810) 670-1100
Web: http://www.weyi.com/



Internship objective: To provide interns with hands-on experience in multiple aspects of broadcast news. Interns will learn valuable skills and have the opportunity to create demo reels.
About the interning organization: NBC25 (WEYI-TV) and the CW46 (WBSF-TV) in the Flint/Saginaw/Bay City/Midland, Michigan market has several internships available in the News Department.

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: 2 days per week, minimum 6 hours per day

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

Desired skills and qualifications:
Student interns should:
  1. Be motivated
  2. Be available for a minimum of 6 hours per day


Description of intern responsibilities:
Candidates should be prepared to work in a specific area of the field including, but not limited to; photojournalism, reporting, producing or meteorology

Location: NBC25 (WEYI-TV) and the CW46 (WBSF-TV) in the Flint/Saginaw/BayCity/Midland

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization):
Sherry Cuddscudd@nbc25.net Fax: 810-687-8989

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: Send a resume and letter of interest to:
NBC25,
Attn: Internships,
2225 W. Willard Rd.,
Clio, MI 48420, to apply

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

  1. The student’s journal/log/observation of all intern activities
  2. The student’s copy of all work produced
  3. The student’s learning objectives and progress made toward the learning objectives
  4. Final paper
  5. The internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation
  6. The internship sponsor final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:

  1. Student’s journal/log: 20%
  2. Student’s work: 20 %
  3. Paper: 20%
  4. Internship sponsor mid-internship evaluation: 20%
  5. Internship sponsor final evaluation: 20%

Calendar:

  1. E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month.
  2. Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
  3. All materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered.
  4. Internship sponsor evaluation due half way through the internship
  5. 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


Thursday, October 9, 2008

Public Relations and External Organizational Communication Internship
Big Brothers Big Sisters
(Serving Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, and Van Buren Counties)
3501 Covington Road
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001

Phone: (269) 382-6800

Internship objective: Student intern will receive hands on experience in public relations and external organizational communication by assisting projects including news releases, flyers, brochures, business letters, quarterly newsletter, and special events.
About the interning organization: Mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters is a great way to help make Little Moments into Big Magic for local children. Each of us has been impacted in life by someone other than our parents; through mentoring, adult volunteers can have an impact on a child’s life. We invite you to come and be a part of the magic of Big Brothers Big Sisters. You can get more information from our Customer Relations Specialist or by visiting our website at http://www.bbbscommunity.org/.

Interning organization’s mission: Our philosophy is that of placing one adult volunteer with a carefully-selected child who can benefit from an additional caring adult in his or her life. Since 1958, Big Brothers Big Sisters, A Community of Caring has served thousands of this area’s children by providing carefully selected, trained, and professionally supported volunteer mentors, who have, in turn, motivated guided and inspired their Little Brothers and Sisters to become confident, socially competent and responsible adults.


Semesters Interns are needed: fall, spring, su 1& su II (annually)

Number of Interns needed
: 1

Start date: On or near the beginning of the semester

End date: On or near the end of the semester

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

Academic qualifications: Declared major in Communication Studies, Organizational Communication, Public Relations, Journalism or a declared minor in Communication.

Desired skills and qualifications:

  1. Student interns should be 18 years +, outgoing and willing to help
  2. Good written and verbal communication skills, plus computer skills.
  3. Transportation helpful but not absolutely required.
Description of intern responsibilities:
  1. Prepare written materials, including news releases, business letters, flyers, brochures copy, information sheets, invitations, newsletters, and miscellaneous mailings and bulk e-mails.
  2. Make personal and telephone contacts with potential volunteers, families, donors, community supporters, and the news media.
  3. Represent the agency at special events such as United Way agency fairs, campus recruitment events, and other public forums to raise awareness of the agency and its needs among the public.
  4. Manage various client lists, as needed.
  5. Develop internal and external communication plans relating to specific agency projects.
  6. Plan and carry out special events; provide assistance for agency events and fundraising projects.
Location: Big Brothers Big Sisters 3501 Covington Road Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001
Phone: (269) 382-6800

Intern sponsor: Deborah Beyer, Communications Coordinator

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: Deborah Beyer, Communications Coordinator
Big Brothers Big Sisters
3501 Covington Road
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49001
Phone: (269) 382-6800 Ext 211
Email: DeborahBeyer@bbbscommunity.org


Evaluation: The evaluation will be completed by Marilyn Kritzman, Coordinator of Undergraduate Internships and will be based upon the following:
1. The student’s journal/log of all intern activities
2. The student’s copy of all work produced
3. A final paper evaluating the internship based on what the student has learned in
their academic courses.
4. The internship sponsor’s mid-internship evaluation
5. The internship sponsor’s end of the internship evaluation

Method of Evaluation:
  1. Student’s on going journals and final log: 20%
  2. Copies of work submitted: 20%
  3. Paper: 20%
  4. Internship sponsor’s mid-internship evaluation: 20%
  5. Internship sponsor’s end of the internship evaluation: 20%
Calendar:

  1. E-mail updates to the Coordinator of Undergraduate Internship every month
  2. Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
  3. All materials are to be submitted to the School of Communication’s Coordinator of
  4. Undergraduate Internships the Wednesday prior to final weeks of the semester/session registered

Student’s Signature


Intern sponsor's (at internship site) signature


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