Graphic Design Intern
Bronson Health Care Systems
601 John Street, P.O. Box 19
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
 

 Internship/Non-paid/For College Credit 

Fall Semester, 12-16 weeks in length 

Approximate Hours per Week: 15-30 (Flexible with class schedule) 

Job Description: Seeking an intern to support the Corporate Communications department and graphics team at a large regional health system. The purpose of this position is to enrich the participant's knowledge and experience in healthcare communications by providing a forum for learning and implementing many of the essential skills and tools required in this field. Experience will include job shadowing and timely implementation of a broad range of design work, partnering with specialists to implement design projects, basic layout design, clerical activities and other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: Prefer junior, senior or recent graduate, able to commit a minimum of 15 hours per week to internship. Ideal candidates must be detail-oriented, with strong communication, organizational and computer skills. Prefer students seeking degrees in graphic design, advertising, communications, marketing, public relations, or similar. Candidate must have an updated portfolio to be considered for this position (samples can be submitted via a web link, email or mail).

Skills Required: 

 Adobe Creative Suite Version 5 or newer 

 Proficient using Mac OSX 

 Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) 

 College level writing and editing skills 

 Photography skills a bonus 

Personal Characteristics: 

 Organized 

 Efficient 

 Detail-oriented 

 Proactive 

 Self-starter 

 Outgoing 

 Professional 

 Ability to handle multiple tasks 

Work Environment: Fast-paced, fun work environment with daily and weekly deadlines.

To apply:
Submit resume, portfolio and cover letter to:
Corporate Communications
Bronson Health Care System
601 John Street, Box 19
Kalamazoo, MI 49007

*** Please note that all letters of offer, internship applications, position descriptions, verification of hours worked and intern evaluations shall be signed by a full-time employee or campus advisor. A student may not be supervised for internship credit by a graduate or undergraduate student.

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 credit hours.

Interested students should contact:
You may contact David Zolp at zolpd@bronsonhg.org

Student’s signature

Intern sponsor’s (at internship site) signature

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

Express Auto 2828 Stadium Drive

Public Relations/Marketing internship

Express Auto

2828 Stadium Drive

Kalamazoo, MI 49008

269.488.0000/269.385.4955 (direct line)

www.ExpressAuto.com

Internship objective:   Get hands-on experience in marketing and public relations within a thriving local organization.

About the interning organization: In a decade of service, Express Auto has helped over 10,000 people acquire reliable transportation. By making value, service, and integrity their highest priorities, Express Auto has raised the bar for “buy here - pay here” dealerships and become the #1 dealership of it’s kind in southwest Michigan.

Interning organizations mission:

 1. Ethical —We are each personally accountable for the highest standards of behavior,including honesty, integrity and fairness in all aspects of our work.

2. (e)Xcellence — We will deliver the best possible value in safe and reliable transportation for our customers.

3. Potential — We will work together to create an environment where each team member has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

4. Relationships — Forming relationships with our customers, fellow team members and vendors is the golden rule for our company’s culture.

5. Empowered — We will provide our customers with the tools to empower them to create better lives for themselves.

6. Service —We will provide outstanding service to our customers before, during, and after the sale.

7. Standing —We are each responsible for our actions and how those actions affect ourselves, our fellow team members, our customers, and our company

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

Number of interns needed: (specify number or range): minimum of 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: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication

Desired skills and qualifications:  Student interns should have a good verbal and written skills, be able to monitor their own work day and be able to respond to rapidly changing priorities. Some exposure to general the general principles of marketing, executing advertising goals. Any knowledge of web and social media marketing is a plus.

Description of intern responsibilities: The intern will assist in producing press releases and advertising copy for print, radio and television; help in creating month-to-month implementation of the overall marketing strategy; and some long term planning in creating the 2012 marketing budget.

Location:  Administrative offices at the Stadium Drive address listed above.

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization):
Clifford VanMeter, Marketing Coordinator

*** Please note that all letters of offer, internship applications, position descriptions, verification of hours worked and intern evaluations shall be signed by a full-time employee or campus advisor. A student may not be supervised for internship credit by a graduate or undergraduate student.

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 credit hours.

Interested students should contact: 

Clifford VanMeter, Marketing Coordinator
(269) 385-4955 (direct line)

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/Marketing Internship with Discover Kalamazoo

Corporate Communication/Marketing Internship
Discover Kalamazoo
141 E. Michigan Avenue, Suite 100
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 488-0063 (direct)
(800) 888-0509 (toll free)
DiscoverKalamazoo.com


Internship objective: To help build and maintain a strong hospitality partner network.

About the interning organization: With a diverse and rich community culture, Kalamazoo County is an ideal destination offering attractions, lodging, recreation, dining, and shopping for every preference and budget. Discover Kalamazoo is a one-stop resource for tourism and historical information.

Interning organizations mission: The Kalamazoo County Convention and Visitors Bureau markets and sells the destination as a distinctive visitor experience to positively impact the county's economy.

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

Number of interns needed: minimum of 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: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication

Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns should have the following qualifications:

• Undergraduate (Junior or Senior) or graduate Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or Graphic Design student
• Creative, ambitious, energetic and motivated to share our community with others
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communication
• Interest in and knowledge of social media opportunities and their use in public relations and marketing
• Computer technical skills, including PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel, InDesign and Photoshop

• Must be reliable and demonstrate excellent follow-through, project management, teamwork and technical skills
• Must be able to commit to the position through late July/early August


Description of intern responsibilities: Intern responsibilities will include the following:

• Organizing, implementing and publicizing programs/events related to Discover Kalamazoo and the community as a whole
• Designing, developing and updating materials used to promote Kalamazoo County to a variety of audiences
• Developing and implementing a social media plan
• Gathering information and updating the Discover Kalamazoo website
• Organizing and updating media contact lists
• Disseminating information to media outlets
• Researching information and writing for a Discover Kalamazoo e-newsletter
• Participating in biweekly Discover Kalamazoo team meetings
• Other tasks as needed


Location: The offices of Discover Kalamazoo, 141 E. Michigan Ave., Suite 100 Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Intern sponsor: Lorraine Austin, Communications and New Media 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: Lorraine Austin, Communications and New Media Coordinator, (269) 488-0063 (direct), (800) 888-0509 (toll free).

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

Newsletter Design/Marketing/Public Relations internship with Kalamazoo Dream Center

Newsletter Design/ Marketing/ Public Relations Internship
Kalamazoo Dream Center
1122 Portage Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Phone: (269) 382-4760
Web: kalamazoodreamcenter.org

Internship objective: To help the organization to develop a new newsletter to communicate with stakeholders the ongoing activities. To assist the organization with creating a brochure highlighting the functions of the Dream Center. To work with the organizations website, helping to make necessary changes and jumpstart social media sites.

About the interning organization: The Kalamazoo Dream Center is a Non-profit organization. The center exists to significantly impact our community by giving hope to the hopeless, rebuilding shattered dreams and providing new opportunities for personal fulfillment to the poor residents of the inner-city of Southwest Michigan.

Interning organizations mission: Our mission is to offer true faith through charity, giving hope and opportunity to everyone.

Semesters interns are needed: fall, spring, Su I and Su II annually

Number of interns needed: minimum of one

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

End date: We would be interested in having interns work into the summer through August.

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 be self motivated. Individual’s should have confidence in creative writing skills and have good computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Word, Publisher. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite 4, and Word-press a plus.

Description of intern responsibilities: As a small non-profit, we have multiple strategies that we are working on to broadcast the organizations identity to the public. We will be working on these strategies simultaneously. This will require the tasks of quarterly newsletter, brochure development, website updating and social media communication to be going on at the same time.

Location: Working out of main office at: 1122 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization): Rik Stone, Executive Director. Parris Jones, Operations Director.

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:
Rik Stone, Executive Director
Phone: (269)267-6445
E-mail: yamahman2002@yahoo.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

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

Journalism/on-line journalism and feature writing with MichiganPreps.com/Rivals.com

Journalism/on-line journalism and feature writing Internship
MichiganPreps.com/Rivals.com
P.O. Box 1604
Nashville, TN 37024
Phone: (615) 507-1000
Website: http://michiganpreps.rivals.com/default.asp


Internship objective: to gain hands on experience in the growing field on online journalism; specifically for sports.

About the interning organization: MichiganPreps.com is a member of the Rivals.com network, one of the largest sports information networks on the internet. We are dedicated to covering and promoting all aspects of high school sports in Michigan. Through our web site, we provide exposure for young athletes across the state in a format that is both professional and entertaining.

Rivals.com is one of the leading brands of delivering team-specific sports coverage. Specializes in college football and basketball recruiting, utilizing over 300 writers and reporters. As of January 2009, Rivals.com reached more than 11.5 million unique users, making them one of the fastest growing sports brands in the media.

Interning organizations mission: Rvials.com is always looking for ways to improve its service to their customers, no matter what it takes. They always have the fan in mind whenever upgrades or changes are made.

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

Number of interns needed: minimum of 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.
Note: this internship may span multiple semesters.

Hours per weeks: The expected workload is 2 - 10 hours per week, depending on the assignments and needs of each intern and depending upon the number of weeks a student is scheduled to intern and the number of credits a student plans to earn

The schedule is extremely flexible and most work can be done from any location.

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

Desired skills or qualifications: Experience in journalism, interest in sports

Description of intern responsibilities: Expansion of contacts, producing 4-6 articles per week, scheduling and carrying out phone and in-person interviews. Interns will cover football and basketball during fall and spring. During the spring and summer, interns will cover recruiting, camps, combines and pre-season predictions.

Interns will enjoy a very flexible and hands-on experience through a variety of assignments including writing player interviews, coaches’ interviews and team stories, information collection, and the possibility of covering many big games including the MHSAA Football State Finals at Ford Field and the Basketball Finals at the Breslin Center. Covering the State Finals is an excellent opportunity to gain experience at a major sporting venue. MichiganPreps is always looking for creative ideas from interns so the possibilities are unlimited.

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

How to apply: Please send a resume and brief cover letter describing why you are interested in working with MichiganPreps.com to the contact below.

Intern sponsor: Jim Kielbaso
E-mail: kielbaso@aol.com
Phone: 734-788-1718

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 credit hours. This internship is unpaid.

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 Relations, Marketing & Development Internship with the Kzoo School

Public Relations, Marketing & Development Internship
Kazoo School
1401 Cherry Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Phone: 269-345-3239
Web: www.kazooschool.org

Internship objective:
To provide the intern with various opportunities to engage in media relations, marketing, development and other communications activities to promote the school to internal and external audiences.

About the interning organization:
Kazoo School is an independent (private) school, established in 1972. The school is unique in its progressive, hands-on teaching philosophy and its diverse social and economic enrollment. The school began an aggressive, successful marketing and communications program three years ago.

Interning organization’s mission:
Kazoo School nurtures curiosity, creativity, and self-confidence, through a school experience that is active and rigorous. We recognize that students have different needs at different developmental stages and we provide an academically rich curriculum that integrates cognitive, social, emotional, and physical learning opportunities for each child. We celebrate our cultural differences and embrace a commitment to inclusiveness, sustainability, and the partnership between family and school.

Semesters interns are needed: Su I; Su II, fall, spring annually

Number of interns needed: 1

Start date: negotiable

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, successful completion of journalism writing courses.

Desired skills and qualifications:
Excellent writing skills, especially news stories and press releases
Publication design experience (InDesign or similar software)
Understanding of media relations and public relations
Enthusiasm and strong work ethic

Description of intern responsibilities:
Media relations: Write, edit and disseminate news releases; ability to identify media coverage opportunities; work with local media to generate coverage, update and verify media contacts list, keep record of releases and all media coverage.

Marketing: Assist in development of marketing materials, including newsletters, brochures, and other publications or advertising; coordinate distribution of marketing materials.

Development: Assist in development of fundraising materials and plans; assist in development of alumni relations program

Communications: Assist in the development of communications plans for internal and external audiences.

Location: Kazoo School, 1401 Cherry Street, Kalamazoo

Intern sponsor:David Feldman, Head of School

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: David Feldman, Head of School, 269-345-3239

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 final evaluation

Method of Evaluation:
 Student’s journal/log: 20%
 Student’s work: 20 %
 Executive Summary: 20%
 Learning objectives: 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 Relations/Marketing Internship with Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Kalamazoo

Public Relations/Marketing Internship
Big Brothers Big Sisters, A Community of Caring
3501 Covington Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Phone: 269-382-6800
Fax: 269-382-4108

Web: http://www.bbbsmi.org/

Internship objective: Provide students hands-on experience with Public Relations and Marketing in a non-profit organization.

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

Number of interns needed: minimum of 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: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication

Desired skills and qualifications:
-Coursework in Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Design, or related subjects
-Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
-Proven track record of prioritizing and completing multiple assignments
-Be available a minimum of 10 hours per week
-Flexible schedule – Be available to work occasional evenings & weekends
-Reliable transportation

-Preference may be given to applicants who are skilled in the use of Adobe InDesign Publisher, Photo Shop, all MicroSoft Office products, and those who have a laptop available with a licensed version of InDesign.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
-Pass criminal background check
-Pass driving record check
-Pass sex offender registry check
-Provide three references

Description of intern responsibilities:
-Write press releases, media alerts, and public service announcements
-Distribute information to news media and community
-Assist in development and distribution of newsletter
-Assist in the design of displays and other materials
-Create exciting fliers
-Assist in archiving media clippings
-Develop and update mailing lists
-Handle brochure requests
-Assist with filing, copying and other clerical tasks
-Other duties as assigned

Location:
Big Brothers Big Sisters, A Community of Caring
3501 Covington Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization): Janene Weis, Director of Marketing & Public Relations

College 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:
Janene Weis, Director of Marketing & Public Relations
Big Brothers Big Sisters, A Community of Caring
3501 Covington Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49001-1876
E-mail: janeneweis@bbbsmi.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/Public Relations/Marketing Internship

Fritz Financial & Insurance Services

3960 North 26th StreetKalamazoo, MI 49048

Phone: (269) 388-4233

Web site: SueFritzAgent.com

Internship objective: Educate current clients regarding the resourcesand internet tools available to them as clients. Develop marketing tools for Fritz Financial & Insurance Services Kalamazoo. Develop enhancements to the web site.

Interning organizations mission: To strengthen community relationships within the Kalamazoo area through building awareness of the benefit of positive independent annual reviews, service awareness and the overall economic impacts on business owners.

Fritz Financial Insurance Services is a small start up firm with exceptionally high standards of customer service promoting community not for profit organizations and our local economy. The goal in growth will be realized by gathering independent business owner’s needs analysis through networking and build awareness of our neighbors. Second, educate the consumer regarding the importance of annual business reviews and services with value added savings. Third, build partnerships with other local organizations that need joint marketing and promotional assistance.

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

Number of interns needed: a minimum of two interns 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 apassion for measurable growth of Fritz Financial & Insurance Services.
The intern also needs good knowledge of Microsoft Publisher and Word.
Some graphic design and web building skills necessary.

Description of intern responsibilities: Educate clients and the business community with resources available to them. Personally contact potential clients and new clients about services available. Provide and upload new, creative information to Face book, Linked-In and the web site as well as other links. Develop marketing materials. Assist in planning and working at member and community events.

Location: Virtual assistance of Fritz Financial & Insurance Services
3960 North 26th Street, Kalamazoo

Intern sponsor: Sue Fritz of Fritz Financial & Insurance Services

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

Interested students should contact: Sue Fritz, 388-4233, Sue4change@yahoo.com

Evaluation: The evaluation and grade will be completed by Internship Coordinator and Sue Fritz jointly 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 of finals week 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 asealed envelope, or the sponsor may submit it separately by the due date.


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Student’s Signature Date

________________________________________________________________ Student’s Printed Name

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Intern sponsor’s (at internship site) signature Date

________________________________________________________________ Intern sponsor’s (at internship site) printed name


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



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Account Executive Internship with The Campus Special, LLC

Account Executive Internship
The Campus Special, LLC
3575 Koger Blvd, Suite 150
Atlanta, GA 30096
Phone: (800) 365-8520
Fax: (770) 206-2289
E-mail: jobs@campusspecial.com
Web: www.CampusSpecial.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/campusspecial
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/campusspecial
Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/groups




Internship objective: Are you outgoing, social, talkative, but also hardworking, disciplined, and motivated? Does the thought of an office internship filing, faxing, and fetching coffee not challenge you? Want to earn college credits while getting paid? Are you looking for the best hands-on summer internship in Kalamazoo?

As an Account Executive for The Campus Special, you will develop the skills that cannot be taught in a classroom! Gain hands on experience in account management, advertising, sales, customer service, marketing, and learn advanced communication skills.

Extensive training is provided at our 4-day, all-expenses-paid training conference in Chicago where you will meet over 200 interns from around the country, attend workshops, and more!

About the interning organization: The Campus Special is a national college advertising
and marketing firm currently working with over 100 major universities. We are based out of Atlanta and Chicago and employ hundreds of college interns every summer to participate in our paid internship program. The Campus Special was nominated in 2009 as one of the best places to intern by Intern Bridge.

The Campus Special is a national college advertising and marketing firm currently working with over 100 major universities. We are based out of Atlanta and Chicago and employ hundreds of college interns every summer to participate in our paid internship program.

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 summer I, negotiable

End date: On or near the last day summer II, negotiable

Hours per week: up to 40 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: Outgoing, social, motivated, hardworking, & disciplined

Description of intern responsibilities: Work one-on-one with local business owners in your college town. Learn advanced selling techniques, marketing, and advertising. Manage clients, accounts, and receivables.

Training: In Chicago, 4-day all expenses paid

Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization):
Brooke Charron
Human Resources Director
The Campus Special, LLC
Office: (800) 365-8520 x 3
Fax: (770) 206-2289
E-mail: Brooke@CampusSpecial.com

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 credit hours.

Interested students should contact: Positions fill quickly, so apply today at
http://www.campusspecial.com/internship/apply or call 1-800-365-8520 to speak with a representative.

Through our formal internship program, we have helped thousands of past interns land successful careers in business, marketing, advertising, public relations, sales, and communications! Visit http://www.CampusSpecial.com to view intern testimonials, read our FAQ, and apply online!

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

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

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, spring, su I and su II annually

Number of interns needed: a minimum of 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

Corporate Communication/Marketing Internship
Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes
913 E. Alcott St
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Phone: 269-488-2617
Web: www.kzoolf.org

Internship objective: This internship will provide the advanced communication/marketing student hands-on experience in communicating the mission and values of a non-profit emergency food assistance organization through both print and Web-based communications.

The student will work directly with the Fund Development and Public Relations Director and will assist in maintaining current systems, as well as creating new marketing materials to promote the organization’s services.

About the interning organization: For over 27 years, KLF has been the main charitable source of emergency grocery/food assistance for hungry individuals and families in Kalamazoo County. Established as a collaboration of approximately 20 Kalamazoo area churches, each operating an independent food pantry, KLF was founded in 1982 to provide a central access point for hungry individuals and families seeking emergency food supplies, and efficient collection and distribution of grocery resources throughout the Grocery Pantry Program network.

Our service has since grown and offers 26 Grocery Pantry site options for clients throughout the Kalamazoo County area. Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes has experienced a huge surge in the number of requests for emergency food resources in the past 18 months, and in 2008, served more than 68,000 hungry people.

Interning organizations mission: Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes will expand the availability of emergency food resources and promote the ability of hungry people to feed themselves.

Semesters interns are needed: Fall and Spring 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: 20-24 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:
· Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
· Ability to accurately understand and follow written and oral instructions.
· Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
· Ability to work with all organizational departments, as well as diverse volunteer contingent.
· Efficient in use of desktop publishing software ( Word, Excel, and Publisher)
· Familiarity with social networking sites

Description of intern responsibilities:
Assist in the planning, writing, and editing of the organization’s regular communication efforts including newsletter, annual campaign, press releases, etc. that forward the mission and strategic goals of the organization.

Assist in the areas of donor development, grant writing, events, and various mailings
Work as a part of the Communications/Development team to promote the achievement of the strategic plan goals including coordination of events volunteers, as appropriate.

Location:
Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes Warehouse/Administration Offices – 913 E. Alcott St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Intern sponsor: Jennifer Johnson, Fund Development and Public Relations Director

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: Jennifer Johnson – Jennifer@kzoolf.org or 269-488-2617 ext. 213

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

Wesley Foundation of Kalamazoo

Event Planning/Special Events Coordinator Internship

Wesley Foundation of Kalamazoo

2101 Wilbur Avenue

Kalamazoo, Michigan 49006
Available 2012

Internship objective: The Special Events Coordinator will work with the director, student staff and Board of Directors to implement events on behalf of the Foundation.

About the interning organization: The Wesley Foundation of Kalamazoo is a Campus Ministry of the United Methodist Church. The Wesley Foundation strives to nurture faith and attract students to a life in Christ through weekly Worship, Bible study, prayer group activities, service projects and fellowship.

The Wesley Foundation of Kalamazoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin, ethnic background, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Semester’s interns are needed: Spring, summer I and summer II and fall 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: A minimum of five hours per week

Academic qualifications: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication with a strong interest in event planning/special event coordination.

Desired skills and qualifications: Applicants should have superior written and oral communication skills, as well as a basic knowledge of MS Office and database management. Marketing, PR, Communication or related majors are encouraged to apply.

Description of intern responsibilities: The Special Events Coordinator Intern will work with the director, student staff and Board of Directors to plan and implement three specific events.

1. Parking sticker sales: Prepare marketing plan, and advertising campaign to promote parking sticker sales to students living on and off campus.

2. Fall Alumni Event: Plan and implement a tailgate type event for Wesley Alumni coordinating with WMU Homecoming football game. This will include preparing and mailing invitations to Wesley Alumni, and advertising in the West Michigan Conference of the United Methodist Church.

3. Covenant Church Event: Plan and implement an appreciation dinner for local churches who have agreed to enter into a covenant relationship with the Wesley Foundation of Kalamazoo. This event will be held in the early spring.

Location: Wesley Foundation of Kalamazoo, 2101 Wilbur Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006

Intern sponsor: Lisa Marie Batten, Executive Director

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 Marie Batten @ lisa.m.batten@wmich.edu

Calendar:

E-mail updates to faculty sponsor every month

Additional communication via email, phone or in person as neededAll materials are to be submitted to Marilyn Kritzman on the Wednesday of finals week 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 (at internship site) signature

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

West Michigan Glass Society, Kalamazoo

Internship: Corporate Communication/Public Relations/Marketing
West Michigan Glass Society
436 N. Park Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Phone: 269-552-9802
Web site: www.wmglass.org

Internship objective: To gain hands-on experience in Public Relations, Marketing and Corporate Communication in a non-profit organization.

Interning organizations mission: The West Michigan Glass Society is dedicated to teaching, creating and promoting glass art in all forms. Our studios provide resources and facilities to artists of all ages working in glass.

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

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: Declared major in Organizational Communication or Public Relations. Any Communication student who has completed Com 3500 will be considered.

Description of intern responsibilities: Develop and implement public relations and marketing plan for the West Michigan Glass Society, a non profit organization. Intern will work with the Marketing Chairperson and Marketing committee to develop and implement a marketing and public relations plan for WMGS events including monthly Art Hops, Glass Art Exhibits and receptions, Visiting Artist reception and demonstrations, the Hot Shop Grand opening in November 2006, and Explore Glass Art Day. Intern will work on marketing ongoing WMGS classes and workshops, school and Corporate Team Building programs. The intern will assist with writing our quarterly newsletter, 'Reflections' and update WMGS web site, http://www.wmglass.org/.

Benefits: WMGS will reimburse for lunch on days that intern works over four hours and reimburses mileage.

Location:
West Michigan Glass
436 N. Park Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Intern sponsor:
Linda Kekic, Business Manager
West Michigan Glass

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:
Linda Kekic, Business Manager
West Michigan Glass
436 N. Park Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Phone: 269-552-9802
Fax: 269-552-9803
E-mail: wmglass@sbcglobal.net

Please include a letter of interest, resume and 3 writing samples

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 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 prior to finals with the rest of the material. It 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 (at internship site) signature


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

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