Journalism Jobs and Internships

Position Title:  Marketing – Historian

Marketing – Historian is a one semester unpaid position open to current BGSU students. The position can be, but does not need to be, used to fulfill academic credit (practicum, internship, co-op, etc.).

 Main Purpose:

Assist with researching, developing, drafting, and editing of a history of recreation at BGSU

Primary responsibilities or key duties (tasks performed regularly):

1. Locate and evaluate a variety of primary and secondary historical sources critically
2. Research and describe images and event details from existing department and archive materials
3. Communicate ideas cogently and concisely both orally and in writing
4. Outline historical information with detailed citations
5. Apply skills to identify potential partners and individual contacts for oral interviews/information
6. Identify the decision making process of a wide range of historical actors
7. Produce written work that identifies, analyzes and explains political, social, economic, and cultural issues in a historical context
8. Identify similarities and differences among trends, events, and periods
9. Identify and explain connections between BGSU history and national trends
10. Demonstrate ability to work well in a team
11. Interact with diverse patronage of BGSU
12. Promote the overall mission of the department and share in its passion for excellence

Additional duties (tasks performed occasionally):

1. Record and transcribe personal oral histories
2. Scan archival materials
3. Learn digital file preservation techniques
4. Research grant opportunities
5. Share and receive constructive criticism
6. Attend scheduled meetings
7. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

 Basic Qualifications:

1. Ability to self-motivate with little or no supervision
2. Takes initiative, accountable, reliable, organized, creative
3. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Attention to detail
6. Ability to brainstorm, cooperate, and contribute in a team environment
7. Possess and display professional mannerisms and a friendly demeanor

Additional Information:

1. Business casual dress requirement
2. Practicum students are invited to participate in the department’s Student Development and Leadership Program

Application Information:

1. Apply online at ly/INgGGZ (http://jotformpro.com/form/33365837059968)
2. A resume and writing sample are required for the online application

Since 1995, the Center for Innovative Food Technology (CIFT) has provided a unique blend of business solutions, innovation and technical expertise to the food processing, agricultural and manufacturing sectors.  These services are designed to enhance the economic performance of the industries and create new jobs.

CIFT has worked with hundreds of food companies, equipment suppliers, service providers, university researchers, governmental agencies, legislators, general manufacturers and many more.  As a result, many new technologies have emerged, industry best practices have been established, and novel business approaches have been discovered.  Through an industry-driven methodology, businesses have benefited throughout Ohio and beyond.

The marketing and communications department at CIFT will hire one interested student for an internship during the spring 2018 (Jan. through May) term.  The following areas will be some of the responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining timely social media content.
• Event planning.
• Write/edit content for printed materials including flyers, newsletters, brochures, advertisements, speaker bios, signage, etc.
• Assist marketing and communications department in various projects.
• Perform other duties as directed (handling mailings, etc.).

We are limiting the program to one student during the spring 2018 term, so those interested should email a résumé to Jim Konecny at jkonecny@ciftinnovation.org.  Applicants should possess effective oral and written communication skills and demonstrated computer literacy.  In addition, applicants should be able to demonstrate a working understanding of marketing and communications.

Title:

Marketing and Communications Intern (unpaid)

Term:

Spring semester 2018 (actual dates to be determined with academic advisor)

Required Hours:

120 hours for 1 academic credit

Supervisory employees:

Gary Christy – guided by Kim Fatica and Vic Gideon as key mentors

Description:

This is an unpaid, non-employee position to be filled by a college student in the process of earning a degree in marketing or communications. Student must be enrolled at an institution of higher learning, pursuing this position for college credit. The student should expect to receive well-rounded exposure, instruction, and participation in daily operations of internal and external communications and marketing efforts.

Intern will report directly to a designated employee in the Marketing and Communications group, working primarily from the UH Television production studio and offices located in the Mather Building at UH Cleveland Medical Center.

The scope of activities associated with the internship position may include:

• Video or audio production—videography, editing, audio recordings, and live broadcasts;
• Technical support—operation of technical areas associated with live or recorded events;
• Media relations for any of the UH Cleveland Medical Center entities;
• Marketing production;
• Live streaming production;
• Support for live events;
• Producing content for the UH Digital Work Place and social media.

Intern will be under the direction of a University Hospitals employee at all times and will not be permitted to act independently as a representative of UH, nor will she/he be permitted to disseminate any information or content without prior approval of a UH Marketing and Communications supervisor or director.

Intern must:

1. Maintain professional behavior at all times;
2. Learn and adhere to the UH culture at all times, keeping in mind that our patients’ safety, privacy, and wellness are the primary focus;
3. Adhere to all hospital guidelines, including functioning within HIPAA laws.

Internship will end as a result of failure to meet any of the above expectations.

BGSU’s Social Media Team is looking for people interested in Social Media, Marketing, Video, and Design to join our team. We have 2 internships available for spring in this department as well. 

 **Applicants for the internship program look better when they have already had experience on the team.** The team meets once a week for about 30 minutes and covers various events around campus throughout the week. These are available for the team members to sign up for online so they can find things that they are interested in that also fit their schedule. 

Many jobs require experience with a larger brand social media team upon graduation. This is a great thing to add to a resume and a fun team to be a part of. Interested students should email their resume to bgsusocial@bgsu.edu along with a brief description of their social media experience.

The Toledo Business Journal is seeking an unpaid intern for the Fall 2017 semester to assist with producing our monthly newspaper. Most work involves transcribing telephone interviews into a typewritten document, but other tasks may include retouching photos using Photoshop, preparing real estate reports, and searching for press releases. Interns will also be asked to prepare a business news story using internet research that may be published in the newspaper with their byline.

Candidates should be able to come into our office, located at 5660 Southwyck Blvd., for at least two hours twice a week. This schedule is extremely flexible to accommodate classes and other activities, but it is a good opportunity to gain professional experience.

Interested students should send a resume and writing samples to editor@toledobiz.com, or call 419-865-0972, ex. 21, for more information. We will then conduct a job interview at our office.