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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Broadcasting/Film
Lumiere Productions
26 West 17th Street, Suite 803

New York, NY 10011
Phone: (212) 807-0796
Web site: http://www.lumiereproductions.com/

Internship objective: To give interns the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of documentary filmmaking. We are currently in development and production on several projects for public television and cable. While helping us with project research and administrative assistance, you will have to learn from and work directly with award-winning producers

About the interning organization: Lumiere Productions has a long history of producing documentaries and narrative films. Calvin Skaggs' Fly By Night won the Filmmakers' Trophy for Best Dramatic Film at Sundance. The documentary feature, APerfect Candidate by Lumiere's David Van Taylor was nominated for an Emmy. Ghosts of Attica was recently awarded a duPont Columbia silver baton. Lumiere has produced over a dozen documentaries for PBS, HBO, Discovery, Court TV, MTV and more.

Semesters interns are needed: Fall, 2008

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:

1. Strong organizational and research skills.
2. Working knowledge of Mac platform and production savvy are a plus.
   

Description of intern responsibilities:

1. We request a commitment of at least 3 days a week from September – December
2. Daily stipend of $30
   

Location:

Flatiron district, New York City
Lumiere Productions

26 West 17th Street,Suite 803

New York, NY 10011

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:
E-mail your resume to stephanie@lumiereproductions.com, along with a cover letter describing your interest in documentary film, and a list of your five favorite films. Please include your resume in the body of the e-mail. Attachments will not be opened.

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