Journalism, On-line web writing Internship, Watertown, MA

Journalism/ On-line web writing Internship
Daily Source
25 Stearns Rd. Suite 2

Watertown, MA 02472

Phone: 617-393-1997
Web: www.dailysource.org

Internship objective: DailySource.org is looking for an individual with a nose for news to help update our site with compelling content around the clock and lay out the front page. Volunteering is virtual via the computer so you can be anywhere in the world. Our online software is incredibly easy to use and automates most of the layout process. The Daily Source is truly a 21st century journalism site. Just drag and drop articles from one location to another and the page adjusts itself automatically. Editing the headlines is as easy as using Microsoft Word or sending an email. You will receive guidance from our senior editors who are some of the top journalists in the U.S. Besides laying out the front page, you will find articles, videos, columns and other material from around the Internet for use on the site and make the final decision of what goes on the site.

Interning Organization’s mission: The mission of DailySource.org is to provide high quality news and information from leading sources across the Internet to help the public more effectively utilize their time, money and power to benefit themselves, our country and our world.

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: This internship requires layout experience, copy editing experience, basic knowledge of AP style and grammar, attention to detail, communication skills, and strong understanding and judgment of the news. It does not require any computer software experience or knowledge of code. Our software is very easy to use, though you must have a solid visual aesthetic sense.

Description of intern responsibilities: Chooses all items for the front page including stories, editorials, columns, photos and videos. Works with story editors and photo editors to find the best content possible. Lays out the page, edits the headlines and summaries to meet our style guidelines, and makes sure the layout meets all our criteria. Makes sure the site looks great.

Location: work-from-home

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization): Jenni Kulp

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 email us at intern@dailysource.org with the following information: 1) If you have a resume, please include it. If not, please describe your current employment, your last two positions and your education. Let us know of any journalism training, classes or experience you've had so far. If you have volunteered or interned before and have references for your work, please include those. 2) Why are you interested in volunteering with Daily Source? 3) How many hours per week can you volunteer and for what period of time (i.e. number of months)? We tend to favor candidates who are able to volunteer a strong number of hours. 4) What type of Internet connection do you have (cable, DSL, dial-up)? 5) Which positions are you potentially interested in? It is helpful if you're able to apply for more than one because it makes it more likely we can bring you on board even if one area is full.

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