Public Relations, Journalism, TIM Internship
Spectrum Science Communication
Washington DC
http://www.spectrumscience.com/
Spectrum Science Communication
Washington DC
http://www.spectrumscience.com/
Internship objective: Spectrum Science Communications is seeking a talented intern to provide support to our Public Affairs practice group, as well as support digital/social media outreach and marketing on behalf of our clients.
About the interning organization: The people of Spectrum Science Communications provide the best health care communications anywhere.
We are a vibrant, strategic, fast-paced, elite, specialized team—effective and results-oriented—helping our clients exceed their business or organization goals.
Each day, we rededicate ourselves to excellence in serving clients. In everything we do, we maintain our reputation of integrity, credibility, and fairness. We respect our clients and one another, while maintaining a sense of humor.
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: 20 + hours / week
Academic qualifications: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication
Desired skills and qualifications:
* Currently a junior or above in an undergraduate program focusing on political science, policy & government or other relevant field
* Graduate students are also welcome to apply
* Must be a talented writer, with the ability to submit writing samples upon request
* Must possess a solid understanding of legislative/policy issues and how to track legislation/regulation
* Must demonstrate involvement and engagement in digital influence, through memberships in relevant enthusiast groups and/or blogging, mobile marketing, social networking, etc. and a proactive desire to keep well-versed on new digital trends
* Interest in policy, government and politics
Description of intern responsibilities:
* Monitor blogs on a daily basis
* Strong interest in Web 2.0 media tactics and how they can be used for issues-advocacy campaigns * Contribute to the SSC blog
* Be a self starter
* Translate and repackage traditional content for the new media/Web 2.0
* Assist with new business teams to provide slides on new media capabilities
* Track relevant legislative and policy issues
* Attend committee hearings as necessary
Location: Washington DC
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: To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to: careers@spectrumscience.com with the subject line of: “PA/New Media Internship”.
- Kara McCollum at 202-955-6222
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.
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: 20 + hours / week
Academic qualifications: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication
Desired skills and qualifications:
* Currently a junior or above in an undergraduate program focusing on political science, policy & government or other relevant field
* Graduate students are also welcome to apply
* Must be a talented writer, with the ability to submit writing samples upon request
* Must possess a solid understanding of legislative/policy issues and how to track legislation/regulation
* Must demonstrate involvement and engagement in digital influence, through memberships in relevant enthusiast groups and/or blogging, mobile marketing, social networking, etc. and a proactive desire to keep well-versed on new digital trends
* Interest in policy, government and politics
Description of intern responsibilities:
* Monitor blogs on a daily basis
* Strong interest in Web 2.0 media tactics and how they can be used for issues-advocacy campaigns * Contribute to the SSC blog
* Be a self starter
* Translate and repackage traditional content for the new media/Web 2.0
* Assist with new business teams to provide slides on new media capabilities
* Track relevant legislative and policy issues
* Attend committee hearings as necessary
Location: Washington DC
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: To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to: careers@spectrumscience.com with the subject line of: “PA/New Media Internship”.
- Kara McCollum at 202-955-6222
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
