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StyleCaster is the web’s first truly integrated fashion-lifestyle channel. We are a personal style discovery platform—the ideal hybrid of expert recommendations, top level editorial content, social networking.

StyleCaster is looking for an assistant to the executive fashion director/editorial intern for the Spring 2010 semester, or as soon as possible.

Responsibilities include writing and editing articles, event planning, schedule management, and assistance in video production management.

Applicants should be able to dedicate at least 4 of days per week, and be efficient, able to multitask and eager to learn.

StyleCaster will give school credit but applicants are not required to receive credit and fashion magazine experience is not an absolute requirement. This internship is an amazing opportunity to work alongside industry leaders on a revolutionary concept in the fashion world that surpasses the basics of an online fashion magazine.
Posted 12/10/09

Freelance Writer for Charity Website

Do you care about the earth? Are you devoted to sustainable living? Do you buy locally grown, organic food? Are your weekends spent volunteering, instead of shopping? If this description sounds familiar, we want to hear from you!

Our website is committed to making the world a better place, helping people live green lifestyles, actively participate with their favorite charities and organize their efforts and energy to work together. The site features exciting and informative content combined with the latest social networking tools, allowing visitors to engage and connect with each other while reading news about causes they care about. Visitors will have the opportunity to build personal profiles, develop circles of friends and donate to different organizations.

Writers will be assigned stories covering aspects of different charitable organizations and volunteering. The articles will cover the history and background of the causes as well as the latest news and causes, such as fundraising, legislation and outstanding volunteers within the community.

Payment will be $20 per article and the position is freelance.
Posted 3/10/09

Details.com is looking for a fall-semester photo intern. Starting Oct 1, 2009 and lasting through December, we’re looking for someone with a demonstrated interest in photography (relevant media internship or photo major) to conduct photo research and assist the photo department in shoot preparation. Interns should be able to commit at least 2 days per week in our New York office, and MUST be able to receive school support. The internship is unpaid, but there’s a small stipend for transportation and food.
Posted 9/16/09

Details.com is looking for fall-semester web production interns . Starting Oct. 1 and lasting through December, we’re looking for someone to assist the online staff with uploading stories, page building, research and the creation of short videos. Please note: this is NOT a writing position, but it is a great opportunity to get to know online editors and learn the creative process. Interns should be able to commit at least 2 days per week in our New York office, and MUST be able to receive school support. The internship is unpaid, but there’s a small stipend for transportation and food.
Posted 9/16/09

Primary Duties/Responsibilities of Position:
- Assist photo editors with shoot and research related tasks
- Scan images
- Call in and return portfolios
- Assist with general administrative tasks

After the internship the student will walk away knowing/learning:
- General understanding of how a photo department works
Importance of teamwork and interacting with others

Skills Desired/ Required:
- Very organized
- Attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task
- Good phone etiquette
- Knowledge of Photoshop
- Interest in photography

Length of Assignment:
January - May
Schedule: 2-3 days a week

Student must be able to receive School Credit.
Posted 1/27/09

ELLE magazine is seeking an enthusiastic college student to be their Fall Editorial intern (NY Office)! Main responsibilities include assisting the editors with story research, contacting PR agencies, sending our special mailings, pitching ideas for the Elle.com blog, photo research & calling in and returning products. The intern will also assist & research for upcoming articles. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in the magazine/fashion industry, is internet-savvy and has good writing skills. The ability to multitask and meet deadlines with accuracy is essential. This is a great opportunity for a student looking to get into the publishing industry and learn the basics of how a magazine is put together! We are seeking an intern that is available at least 2-3 days a week starting ASAP – December 18th. This internship is unpaid and for current college students only.
Posted 8/27/09

Fitness Magazine is looking for college juniors and seniors for an internship position in the Editorial Department for Fall 2009.

Responsibilities will include: administrative duties, research and fact checking, contacting pr agencies to call in products, organizing products and press releases, attending press events and assisting editors in the health and fitness departments with various projects.

Candidates must have school or internship related writing experience.
Interns should be available 2 or more days a week.

All internships are unpaid but must be taken for college credit.
Interns will need to provide us with an official school letter stating they are receiving credit in order to be approved.
Posted 9/10/09

Fitness Magazine is looking for college juniors and seniors for an internship position in the Editorial Department for Fall 2009.

Responsibilities will include: administrative duties, research and fact checking, contacting pr agencies to call in products, organizing products and press releases, attending press events and assisting editors in the health and fitness departments with various projects.

Candidates must have school or internship related writing experience.
Interns should be available 2 or more days a week, and be Macintosh savvy.

All internships are unpaid but must be taken for college credit.
Interns will need to provide us with an official school letter stating they are receiving credit in order to be approved.
Posted 8/18/09

Fitness Magazine is looking for college juniors and seniors for an internship position in the Editorial Department for Spring 2010.

Responsibilities will include: administrative duties, research and fact checking, contacting pr agencies to call in products, organizing products and press releases, attending press events and assisting editors in the health and fitness departments with various projects.

Candidates must have school or internship related writing experience.
Interns should be available 2 or more days a week.

All internships are unpaid but must be taken for college credit.
Interns will need to provide us with an official school letter stating they are receiving credit in order to be approved.
Posted 11/12/09

Are you a news junkie? Is your computer homepage set to the New York Times or the Huffington Post? Are your friends always asking you for your opinions on the latest events? If this description sounds familiar, we want to hear from you!

PoliticsUnlocked.com is committed to reporting on the latest current events, providing our readers with intelligent, informed analysis of the political field. We strive to provide opinions from both ends of the political spectrum and engage readers that are both conservative and liberal.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Writers will be committed to contributing two stories per week. Writers are welcome to contribute their own ideas, or the editor can assign them. The pieces can serve as analysis, opinion pieces or reports on current events.

Responsibilities include:
· Generating story ideas and accepting assignments
· Uploading short (400-800 words) submissions into our content management system

REQUIREMENTS

o Previous editorial freelance experience, contributing to web or print publications
o Great communication skills: written, oral and analytical
o Ability to translate instructions into action
o Ability to meet deadlines and respond to edits in a timely fashion
o Ability to write articles in an informative but accessible voice
o Web and interactive content experience and know-how: blogging, editing, writing, internet production, etc.
o Degree in English, Journalism or Literature is preferred

COMPENSATION
Payment will be $20 per article and the position is freelance. A by-line will be included.

Posted 9/24/09

8thtv, a start up online entertainment portal aimed at the contemporary urban faith based market aged 18-34, is seeking talented, witty and highly motivated writers for various creative categories including Music, Fashion, Health and Fitness, Culture and Travel. Our audience is stylish and forward-thinking–think Christianity in high heels! We’re not about bible bashing rather transformation of the body, mind and soul.

You must be completely immersed (and guiltily so) in your chosen category with a proven ability to write smart, STAND OUT witty features and blogs that provoke dialogue and out-of-the-box thinking. Consider how your work will appeal to the faith based yet not alienate a mainstream audience.

All work unpaid at the moment but with high hopes this will change in the future!
Posted 9/1/09

Good Housekeeping is looking for a summer TV intern to help with our video projects. Every month, Good Housekeeping produces 12 syndicated news segments. We also produce 3 one-hour specials every year. You’ll get tons of hands-on experience with television production from start to finish. Responsibilities include assisting on the set, securing props, scheduling interviews, booking filming locations, pitching topics, and much more. No prior TV experience necessary. This is an unpaid internship, and you must receive college credit.
Posted 3/5/09

Good Housekeeping is looking for fall 2009 TV interns to help with our video projects, including 12 news segments each month and an hour-long holiday TV show. You’ll get tons of hands-on experience with television production from start to finish. Responsibilities include assisting on the set, securing props, scheduling interviews, booking filming locations, pitching topics, and much more. No prior TV experience necessary. This is an unpaid internship, and you must receive college credit.
Posted 7/6/09

Good Housekeeping is looking for summer web interns. Responsibilities include building and editing articles for the web, writing for our mobile site, creating slideshows, pitching and writing quizzes, assisting with research and fact-checking, pitching ideas for various sections of the web site, and much more. Writing opportunities are definitely available. The ideal candidate should be familiar with basic HTML. This is an unpaid internship, and you must receive college credit.
Posted 3/5/09

Good Housekeeping is looking for fall 2009 web interns. Responsibilities include building and editing articles for the web, writing for our mobile site, creating slideshows, pitching and writing quizzes, assisting with research and fact-checking, pitching ideas for various sections of the web site, and much more. Writing opportunities are definitely available. The ideal candidate should be familiar with basic HTML. This is an unpaid internship, and you must receive college credit.
Posted 7/6/09

Girls’ Life is looking for editorial and new media interns for the fall and winter. Responsibilities vary depending on the editor and department you are assigned to, but will include: writing articles and entertainment reviews, assisting with photo shoots, researching, editing, fact-checking, administrative support, and updating social media platforms.

Ability to write well under strict deadlines is required. You must be organized, self-motivated, resourceful, upbeat and into everything GL (from Taylor Lautner to quizzes about BFFs). Computer proficiency (we like Mac) and some office experience are required (copying, faxing, mailing). Experience working with Quark, Photoshop and CMS a plus!
Posted 9/23/09

Edison-based trade publisher of four top trade titles that cover corporate responsibility and workplace issues looking for an enthusiastic journalism student or graduate seeking to hone their editorial skills. You’ll have an opportunity to help create print and web content, assist with research, and be involved in aspects of production. Quark and Photoshop knowledge a plus. Office hours are 9:00 to 5:00.
Posted 9/10/09

The “everything skin” online publication, InWithSkin.com is seeking skin &
beauty savvy interns for their Spring & Summer Semester 2009 programs.

Interns will assist the editorial team with article research, photo
gathering, pr writing, blog writing, fact checking, SEO and meta-tag
building & web production. Interns will also maintain media relations with
the industry’s top, medical grade skincare and medical aesthetics
companies.

The internship is based in Scottsdale, Arizona at 20hrs/week for 4-6
weeks. Compensation includes great experience, clips for portfolio,
references and networking opportunities.

Applicants should have excellent writing skills and clear knowledge of AP
style.
Posted 12/23/08

KoreAm Journal is an award-winning monthly magazine dedicated to the Korean American experience. We cover news, politics, lifestyle, sports, and culture.

We are looking for editorial interns to assist the staff in research, reporting, writing, editing, and production. Our interns are mainly expected to report, write, and assist in research. They also attend meetings, pitch story ideas, and contribute blog postings for our website. They always complete the program with a set of their own clips. Some interns have written cover stories and have received awards for their work.

KoreAm is one of the last remaining Asian American magazines. The magazine has featured prominent Korean Americans, including actor John Cho, gay rights Iraq war veteran Lt. Dan Choi, and comedian Margaret Cho. Topical cover topics have included the election of Barack Obama and North Korea. The magazine is written entirely in English.

We are looking for anyone with an interest and experience in magazine journalism and Korea/Asian American issues. Applicants with actual reporting and writing experience preferred. Proficiency or fluency in Korean preferred but definitely not required. We are based in the Los Angeles area. You will need a car and your own laptop. Typical schedule: 20 to 40 hours a week during normal working hours, Monday to Friday.

Our website is currently out of commission due to a re-design but for more information, visit us at: http://www.facebook.com/koreamjournal
Posted 8/3/09

Lucky Magazine fashion department seeks a fall intern to start as soon as possible.

Looking for candidates who are interested in fashion, editorial, possess strong organizational skills and work well in a fast paced environment. Must be available at least two days a week – preferably three as well as be able to receive school credit.
Posted 8/19/09