Public Relations/Corporate Communication Internship
Solid Grounds Student Ministries
1720 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
Phone: (269) 349-1100
Web: www.rso.wmich.edu/sg
Face book: Solid Grounds Student Ministries

Internship objective: To create a public relations campaign that will reach the entire campus community.

Interning organizations mission: Solid Grounds is an outreach ministry of Zion Lutheran Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Our mission is to provide a welcoming, Christ-centered environment for the students of Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo College, and the surrounding areas.We at Solid Grounds Student Ministries, being one in Spirit and purpose, with Christ as our focus, will be a light to all through thought, word, and deed. We will strive to be Christ-like in our ways by demonstrating compassion, forgiveness, and patience through our fellowship, prayer, and worship to the glory of God.

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

Number of interns needed: One

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

End date: On or near the Friday before finals week of the semester registered, negotiable

Hours per week: 10-15 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern.

Academic qualifications: Declared public relations major in the School of Communication. Students who have completed Com 3500 will also considered.

Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns should be able to:
Create a PR campaign utilizing print, web and media
Meet deadlines with moderate supervision
Create promotional campaigns for live concerts, forums, seminars, lecture series
Represent Solid Ground in the best possible manner

Description of intern responsibilities:
1. Create PR campaign
2. Update web site
3. Create press releases
4. Create promotional flyers and media clips
5. Promote Sunday services & lunch, lecture series, community servant events, Bible Study, Monday night football parties
6. Promote other events as assigned

Location:
Solid Grounds Student Ministries
1720 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006

Intern sponsor:
Pastor Mark
Solid Grounds Student Ministries

Credit: College credit toward communication major, minor or general electives. One hour of college credit is earned for a minimum of 40 hours of work, up to a maximum of 3 credit hours per semester.

Interested students should contact:
Pastor Mark
Solid Grounds Student Ministries
1720 West Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
Phone: (269) 349-1100

Evaluation: The evaluation will be completed by the Western Michigan University School of Communication Coordinator of Undergraduate Internships, and will be based upon the following:
The student’s journal/log of all intern activities
The student’s copy of all work produced, including progress made toward submitted learning objectives
A final paper evaluating the internship based on what the student has learned in their academic courses.
The internship sponsor’s mid-internship evaluation
The internship sponsor’s end of the internship evaluation

Method of evaluation:
Student’s journal/log: 20%
Student’s work: 20%
Paper: 20%
Internship sponsor’s mid-internship evaluation: 20%
Internship sponsor’s end of the internship evaluation: 20%


Calendar:
E-mail updates to the Coordinator of Undergraduate Internships every month.
Additional communication via email, phone or in person as needed
All materials are to be submitted to the School of Communication’s Coordinator of Undergraduate Internships the Wednesday of finals week of the semester/session registered.





(On-Site Internship Supervisor’s signature)



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School of Communication’s internship coordinator’s (Marilyn S. Kritzman) signature

Sports Broadcasting Internship
AM 1660 Kalamazoo
4200 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
Office: (269) 345-7121
Studio: (269) 349-1660Toll Free: (800) 873-1069
Web site: http://www.espn1660.com

Internship objective: A solid hands on approach for extensive broadcast education. College and high school football as well as on-air experience will be included in the internship.

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

Number of interns needed: 2

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.

All interns must be registered for academic credit.

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

Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns should have an interest in radio production and on-air broadcasting, be able to work in a fast-paced environment, be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Student interns must be able to meet deadlines, have good writing and public speaking skills.

Completion of Com 2570 and/or prior radio broadcasting experience a plus; but not necessary.

Description of intern responsibilities:
Working in the station
Writing copy
Produce sports casts
Voice sports casts
Gather audio
Conduct interviews
Cover fall high school and college area sporting events

Location:
AM 1660
4200 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49006

Intern sponsor (at the interning organization):
Daniel Cash, Host
The Dan Cash Show
Sports Anchor, AM 1660

Credit: College credit toward communication major, minor or general electives. One hour of college credit is earned for 40 hours of work up to 3 credit hours. All student interns must be registered for academic credit.

Interested students should contact:
Daniel Cash, Host
The Dan Cash Show
Sports Anchor, AM 1660
4200 West Main Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
Office: (269) 345-7121
E-mail: cash@wqsn.com

Please include a letter of application and resume.

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

Radio Promotions, Programming and Production Internship

93 WXRT-FM

Chicago's Finest Rock

4949 W. Belmont Avenue

Chicago, IL 60641

Fax: 773-777-5031

About the interning organization: WXRT-FM is looking for enthusiastic summer interns who are eager to learn the dynamics of a large market radio station. WXRT has been nationally recognized as one of Chicago's most legendary rock stations. Throughout the internship experience, interns will be representing the radio station at many of Chicago's largest and most exciting events, including street festivals and concerts.

Intern responsibilities: WXRT summer interns will be closely involved in all integral areas of a radio station, which include Marketing and Promotions, Sales, Production, and Programming. Representing WXRT in a public relations capacity is an extremely important role as an intern, and will contribute to the station's overall image and success.

Required Skills: Applicants should be responsible, outgoing, and possess excellent communication skills. If you are interested in the broad spectrum of the broadcast communications industry, and you are looking for a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience, fax your resume now!

Send all inquiries to:
Tom Lisack
Director of New Media & Marketing
WXRT-FM
4949 W. Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60641
Fax: (773) 777-5031

CBS Radio/WXRT-FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Journalism Internship

Inside Hockey, LTD

58 Elgin Street

Newton Centre, MA 02459

Phone: (718) 965-9018

Web site: www.insidehockey.com

Internship objective: To gain hands-on journalism experience while covering the Western Michigan University Broncos Hockey Team

About the interning organization: Inside Hockey has a subscriber base of over 25,000 hockey fans as well as a content distribution relationship with FoxSports.com.

Semesters interns are needed: Fall 2008 and possibly spring 2009

Number of interns needed: One

Start date: On or near the first day of the semester, negotiable based on the start date of the hockey season

End date: On or near the last day of the semester, negotiable based on the end date of the hockey season.

Hours per week: 10-20 hours per week, depending upon the number of games scheduled during the week.

Academic qualifications: Declared Journalism major or minor.

Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns should have a strong interest in sports journalism, understand and enjoy hockey and be a strong writer. Students should also be able to work independently and meet deadlines with little on-site supervision.

Description of intern responsibilities: Student intern will cover the Western Michigan Broncos Hockey Team for Inside Hockey. Responsibilities would involve attending all home games, writing a weekly report on the team (game synopses, top performances, injuries, etc.), and contributing to Inside Hockey’s overall NCAA coverage.

Location:
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI

Intern sponsor:
Tim Rosenthal
NCAA Editor
Inside Hockey
trosenthal@insidehockey.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 a maximum of 6 credits. Student interns must be registered for academic credit.

This internship may qualify for JRN 4990 Practicum credit. If you are a journalism major, please contact either Dr. Junger (richard.junger@wmich.edu) or Professor Sue Ellen Christian (sueellen.christian@wmich.edu) for more information.

Journalism minors may register for Com 4990 credit by contacting Marilyn S. Kritzman (marilyn.kritzman@wmich.edu).

Interested students should contact:
Tim Rosenthal
NCAA Editor
Inside Hockey
trosenthal@insidehockey.com

Evaluation: The evaluation and grade will be completed by the faculty adviser 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

Event Planning/Corporate Communication/Public Relations Internship
Fetzer Center
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
269-387-3232
www.wmich.edu/fetzer

Internship objective: To gain public relations experience, especially in regards to event planning and external communication, while staying on WMU campus.

About the interning organization: For over eighteen years, professional management combined with personal attention to detail has made the Fetzer Center one of the region's most utilized conference sites. Here, you'll find a commitment to excellence and quality service.

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: 12-15 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern.

Academic qualifications: Declared major or minor in the School of Communication; a Public Relations major or Organizational Communication major with a Public Relations emphasis preferred.

Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns should:
v Be able to work on his/her own
v Be able to handle a lot of responsibility
v Enjoy interacting with people
v Dress professionally

Description of intern responsibilities:
v Learn and use computer software for event planning
v Help staff with setting up for banquets etc.
v Help to plan an event (start to finish)
v Set up menu
v Other hands-on projects

Location:
Fetzer Center
Western Michigan University

Intern sponsor:
Denise Richards
Conference Services Manager
Phone: 269-387-3232
e-mail: denise.richards@wmich.edu

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:
Denise Richards
Conference Services Manager
Phone: 269-387-3232
e-mail: denise.richards@wmich.edu

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

Public Relations/Corporate Communication Internship
Diocese of Kalamazoo
215 North Westnedge Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
269-349-8714 ext. 350
VCessna@dioceseofkalamazoo.org

Internship objective:
To provide working opportunity for students that involves hands-on public relations/communication objectives. The intern will be exposed to projects that are both internal and external to the organization.

About the interning organization: The Catholic Diocese of Kalamazoo was founded on July 21, 1971.

The diocese encompasses 5,337 square miles of nine counties in southwest Michigan: Allegan, Barry, Van Buren, Kalamazoo, Calhoun, Berrien, Cass, St. Joseph and Branch. Catholics in the diocese number more than 120,000.

The Diocese of Kalamazoo has approximately 46 parishes, 13 missions, 44 priests, and 23 deacons. It has 7 religious orders working in non-parish ministries. It operates three Catholic high schools and twenty-one elementary schools serving more than 5,000 students. Three Catholic hospitals serve the health care ministry in the diocese.

Interning Organization’s Mission:
The office of communications assists the bishop and participates in the mission of evangelization by providing information from and for the Catholic Church in southwest Michigan.

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: 10-15 hours per week/depending upon the number of weeks scheduled to intern.

Academic qualifications: Declared major in the School of Communication; Public Relations major preferred.

Desired skills and qualifications:

Student interns should:
v Have excellent writing skills; newspaper and publication writing is a plus
v Be proactive, motivated & a self-starter
v Have a friendly, positive, outgoing personality
v Adapt easily to changing conditions
v Possess the ability to work independently as well as with a team
v Have the ability to ask questions and ask for advice
v Be able to determine priorities
v Be able to meet deadlines
v Be able to operate Microsoft Office programs

Description of intern responsibilities:
v Publishing the diocesan newspaper, The Good News for the Diocese of Kalamazoo
v Administering the Diocese of Kalamazoo website (http://www.dioceseofkalamazoo.org/)
v Public relations between the Diocese of Kalamazoo and the local community, which includes publicizing major news and events, and responding to inquiries from the media and public

Location:
Diocese of Kalamazoo
215 North Westnedge Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(Downtown near the cathedral)

Intern sponsor: Vicki Cessna, Director of Communications

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: Vicki Cessna at 269-349-8714 ext. 350 or email at VCessna@dioceseofkalamazoo.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

External Organizational/Corporate Communication Internship
Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) of Kalamazoo
422 E. South Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Internship objective: To gain hands on experience in external corporate communication, to present organization service to possible constituents, and to work with new clients as they use our service.

About the interning organization: Michigan Works! YOU program is a federally funded program that assists youth between the ages of 16-21 with High School/GED Completion and Job Search Assistance.

Semesters’ interns are needed: Su I and Su II, Fall and Spring semesters annually

Number of interns needed: 1-2

Start date: On or near the beginning of each semester/session/negotiable

End date: On or near the end of each semester/session, 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, Communication Studies, Interpersonal Communications, Public Relations, or a declared minor in Communication.

Interested students should have completed Com 1040, Com 2800, and either Com 3320 or Com 3350

Desired skills and qualifications: Student interns should:
Be able to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population of youth and/ or adults.
Be able to multi-task, be flexible and very organized.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint
Must be a team player as well as a self-starter.

Description of intern responsibilities:
Work directly with ETC staff to ensure community constituents have been contacted at the director level
Ensure all appropriate data is obtained from each organization (i.e. employment, contact information, position description, location, qualifications)
Analyze information and help create a workable data base of positions
Troubleshoot problems with YOU staff and constituents and help resolve issues as necessary
Assist with the gathering of resources
Help develop timetable and report schedule
Assist with the preparation and delivery of presentations
Attend YOU events and staff meetings as necessary and requested.

Location: 422 E. South St. Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Intern sponsor: Michigan Works! YOU, Cecilia Vego, Case Manager and/or Dolly Roselip, Director, Employment Training Connection

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: Cecilia Vego, Case Manager at 269-349-9676

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-term 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 Midterm 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 sponsor's (at internship site) signature


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