Public Relations/Corporate Communication Internship
WMUK
Friedman Hall first floor
WMUK
Friedman Hall first floor
Western Michigan University
1903 West Michigan Avenue
Internship objective: A part-time position designed to support the radio station by working on events, public relations, writing web-based articles and assisting in the station.
About the interning organization: WMUK is owned and operated by Western Michigan University and broadcasts at an effective radiated power of 50,000 watts at 102.1 FM. We are a non-profit public radio station and charter members of both National Public Radio (NPR) and the Michigan Public Radio Network (MPRN). We are also affiliates of American Public Media (APM) and Public Radio International (PRI).
The majority of our funding comes from listener support. Additional funds are provided by Western Michigan University, local underwriters and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB).
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: 15-20 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern.
Academic qualifications: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication. The student intern must have completed at least 2 journalism or Broadcast Journalism courses and Com 3500.
Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns should/must:
1) Possess good writing skills
2) Have some journalism background
3) Be well organized
4) Be able to manage multiple tasks
5) Have attention to detail
6) Must be people oriented
7) Must be a self-starter with only limited need for direction
8) Possess a command and working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Photoshop
9) Should have familiarity with writing internet-based articles/stories
10) Have an interest in event planning
11) Be able to table pictures
Description of intern responsibilities:
Among the individual’s responsibilities will be to help write and post web-based articles about the station, upcoming programs and events, and issues the station is facing. The intern should be able to take pictures and conduct internet research. The student intern will produce a corporate newsletter that includes writing, coordinating production and distribution. The intern will help in the preparation of media materials. The student will assist in planning and execution of station events and exhibition activities. The student intern will assist in updating the station’s website.
Location:
WMUK
Friedman Hall first floorWestern Michigan University1903 West Michigan AvenueKalamazoo, MI 49008
Intern sponsor:
Floyd Pientka
Station Manager
WMUK
Friedman Hall first floorWestern Michigan University1903 West Michigan AvenueKalamazoo, MI 49008
Station Phone: (269) 387-5715
Additional daily direction will come from Victoria Davis, WMUK membership secretary.
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:
Floyd Pientka
Station Manager
E-mail: floyd.pientka@wmich.edu
Students should submit a letter of interest, current resume and 3-5 writing samples.
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
