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INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS OFFICE NEWSLETTER

December 7, 2011 Published by the USC Career Center This weekly e-mail highlights interesting internship opportunities and other important information that will aid you in securing an internship! The internships listed below are just a sampling of what is available. For complete listings of all current internships, log on to connectSC at http://careers.usc.edu. New internships are added daily.

LOOKING FOR A SPRING INTERNSHIP?


If so, log-in to connectSC and apply now. There are currently 600+ internship opportunities listed on connectSC. Log-in today!

SPRING 2012 EVENTS! SAVE THE DATE!


Coming this Spring! On-Campus Recruiting begins January 11. The Diversity Networking Mixer will be held on January 25. Career Fest 2012, January 30 February 3, a week of events for USC students centered on career topics engaging the entire university community. The Career Fair will be held February 9. Internship Week will be held February 13-16.

GLOBAL FELLOWS APPLICATIONS DUE FRIDAY!


Applications and supporting materials must be completed and returned to the Internship Programs Office (STU-B1) by 12pm on Friday, December 9, 2011. Applications are available at http://careers.usc.edu/students/internships/global-fellows-internship-program/ to print the application. If you were unable to attend one of our information sessions please visit our website to listen to a podcast, http://careers.usc.edu/media. The Global Fellows Internship Program encourages exploration of international work experience. This is a competitive internship program that provides selected students with international internship experience in Asia. The program is open to U.S. citizens of all majors and provides stipends for USC undergraduates (freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors graduating in December) to live and work in Asia for eight weeks during the summer.

NEED COURSE CREDIT FOR AN UNPAID INTERNSHIP?


Federal labor law requires that students participating in an internship must either A) be paid by the employer; or, B) be enrolled in an internship for-credit course. Do you have an unpaid internship and need course credit? If so, register for one of USCs 15+ internship courses. For a full list of internship courses offered visit the Career Centers website, http://careers.usc.edu or stop by our office in STU B1.

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PAID INTERNSHIPS
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Financial Management Scholars Program The FDICs Financial Management Scholars Program is a 10-week paid summer internship program. It provides highly-qualified college students majoring in economics, business administration, or a related field with a hands-on opportunity to observe and evaluate bank operations, business planning, risk management strategies, and consumer protection practices during a period of high stress for the banking industry. Scholars will work directly with teams of experienced FDIC employees responsible for examining and supervising insured financial institutions, protecting the publics insured deposits, enforcing consumer protection laws, and resolving problem financial institutions. Program participants will attend a one-week orientation session in Washington, DC, followed by an eight week on-the-job training assignment working out of one of the FDICs field offices (50 possible internship locations are available nationwide). Participants will return to Washington, DC, for the programs capstone week to share their experiences and participate in a skills assessment process. At the end of the program, some program participants will receive post-graduation employment offers with the FDIC (contingent upon successful completion of their academic studies). The FDIC is widely recognized as a premier regulatory agency and was recently named the Best Place to Work in the Federal Government. Extensive travel may be required. Bank examinations are conducted on-site at banks, sometimes at great distance from the FDIC office. Scholars are reimbursed for travel expenses, but are responsible for their own transportation to bank examination sites (public transportation may not be available). To be considered for this position, apply online at: http://www.fdic.gov/fmscholars. You must attach to your online application a resume; official or unofficial transcript showing courses completed and current GPA; and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the Financial Management Scholars Program. You must also submit separately a letter of reference from a faculty member at your college or university in accordance with the online application instructions. You will be able to select in order of preference up to five field office locations at which you would like to be considered for employment. Veterans must include a copy of their DD214 to obtain employment preference. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications received by December 30, 2011,will be reviewed and offers made in January 2012. Applications received after that date but prior to the final closing date of February 10, 2012, will be reviewed and offers made in early March 2012. For more information, contact HR Specialists Anita Gallman at (703) 562-2387 or Karen Blandford at (703) 562-6424.

Hanover Pacific, LLC Marketing Intern Hanover Pacific is real estate development company and would like to have someone conduct market research for us. Intern will interface with a majority of their clients and must have strong positive attitude, good communication skills and the ability to think on ones feet. Tasks include working with the Senior Management team at Hanover Pacific to prepare presentation for clients, interact with cities for document submissions, interact with clients and take copious meeting minutes, and attending leadership meetings. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, and Outlook is ideal. Intern must also have strong communication skills both written and oral, and be a team player and self-starter. Photoshop proficiency also highly preferred. Hours are from Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm, with employment end date TBD. If interested, please submit resume to nata@hanoverpacific.com.

Hanover Pacific, LLC Real Estate Development Intern We are a real estate development company and would like to have someone perform administrative functions such as document meeting minutes, filing, and conducting market research for us. Other tasks would include some driving to deliver plans to municipalities and participate in meetings with clients and some due diligence research on properties. Student must be reliable and we are looking for sophomores or Juniors Only. This is a very high profile position within our company and has interaction with clients, municipalities and our consultants. Qualifications: Strong Administrative Skills; Strong Skills with Microsoft Suites (Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Excel); Strong Phone Skills; Quick Thinker and Self Starter, Strong Communication Skills; Be a Team Player. Application Instructions: Please send resume and cover letter to nata@hanoverpacific.com.

Nordstrom Retail Sales Internship Since 1901, customers have come to Nordstrom for exceptional fashion, savvy salespeople and lots of inspiration. That's why the people who work here are so important. They delight our customers every day with their expertise and creativity, and they drive their careers and the success of our company. And ours is a company that supports you as you strive to do what you do best. Being part of the Nordstrom Retail Internship program gives you an up-close and personal view of the fashion retail business. It's a real-world perspective you won't find in any classroom. During the Nordstrom Retail Internship program, youll dedicate a majority of your time to learning our business in the most important job in our company - the salesperson. In addition to spending time on the selling floor in a specific merchandise area, youll work with many levels of management and gain exposure to different areas of our retail business. Youll also work closely with your department manager on assigned projects, as well as attending management meetings and training seminars. In addition, participants in the Nordstrom Retail Internship program are paid a competitive wage and commission, as well as an employee merchandise discount. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse work environment. The Nordstrom Retail Internship program is open to college students in their junior or senior year, who are enrolled in accredited institutions and applicable degree programs, such as retail management, fashion merchandising, organizational management, etc. We are looking for people with a passion for retail who are motivated achievers and hard-working team players. To apply for the Nordstrom Retail Internship, please visit us at http://about.nordstrom.com/careers/.

Toyota Customer Relations Internship The Toyota Motor Sales, USA (TMS) team is looking for diverse top-caliber candidates who are committed to sustaining our success through continuous improvement (Kaizen) and respect for the individual. In our pursuit of becoming the most respected and successful company in the U.S. we are looking for highly motivated applicants for the Customer Relations Internship. The Customer Relations Intern Program provides college students with exposure to the automotive industry while working in a corporate environment. As a CRI, you will receive an initial four weeks of classroom training. Training will include comprehensive lessons on all Toyota vehicles, products, services, and policies. Training will also highlight areas of communication, problem solving, negotiation, and customer satisfaction. After training, your primary responsibility will be communicating with Toyota, Lexus, or Scion customers who contact one of our four call centers. You will work within a team environment where you will act as a liaison between Toyota, Lexus, or Scion owners, prospective consumers, dealerships, region/area offices and headquarters. You will be required to analyze customer concerns (i.e. requests for financial assistance, dealer sales or service related complaints, or product related concerns) and determine the appropriate action to positively impact owner satisfaction and retention. Customer Relations is one of the key entrylevel positions for Toyota and offers a tremendous opportunity to learn about our products, the

inner workings of the company, and how to work effectively with a diverse customer base. As a CRI, your overall mission is to Build Lifetime Advocates for Toyota. The skills you acquire will be invaluable for your career in business. To apply for this program and learn about other Toyota opportunities: Log-on to www.toyota.com/jobs; Complete a candidate profile and attach a resume (this process takes about 20 minutes); After completing your profile, enter job number TMS000KE and Customer Relations Internship in the search field. Application deadline is Sunday, December 11, 2011.

UNPAID INTERNSHIPS
American Lung Association Marketing/PR/Communication Intern The primary responsibility is to support marketing/communications functions of the development department in producing the fifth annual Fight For Air Climb and inaugural Distance Swim Challenge. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: write and distribute press releases and media alerts, conduct outreach to secure media sponsorship, assist in managing/monitoring social media presence (Facebook and Twitter) and other duties as assigned. Work Schedule is flexible, based on your schedule and our office hours. Office hours are M-F 8:30am-5pm. Prefer someone who can give at least 8-10 hours a week over 2 days for the duration of the semester and/or school year. Prefer that you are available to work the Fight For Air Climb event on March 31, 2012. Some work can be done remotely with access to the internet. Qualifications include being a non-smoker, strong oral and written communication skills; detail oriented and have a friendly/ outgoing personality. If interested, send resume and letter of interest to: maria.abrica@lung.org. American Lung Association Special Event/ Development Intern The primary responsibility is to support functions of the development department in producing the fifth annual Fight For Air Climb and inaugural Distance Swim Challenge. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: research and call upon team prospects, secure in-kind donations, make welcome calls to newly registered participants, get quotes on logistical needs, help with mailings, canvas to recruit teams and sponsors, recruit day of event volunteers and other needs from the department. This is a great position for someone interested in event planning, non-profit fundraising and/or volunteer management. Work Schedule is flexible, based on your schedule and our office hours. Office hours are M-F 8:30am-5pm. Prefer someone who can give at least 8-10 hours a week over 2 days for the duration of the semester and/or school year. Prefer that you are available to work the Fight For Air Climb event on March 31, 2012. Some work can be done remotely with access to the internet. Qualifications include being a non-smoker, strong oral and written communication skills; detail oriented and have a friendly/ outgoing personality. If interested, send resume and letter of interest to: maria.abrica@lung.org. Black Sports Agents Association Sports Internship The Black Sports Agents Association (BSAA) Student Membership Program was created and designed to give students interested in a career in sports and entertainment an entree into the field and access to educational resources. Our student membership consists of top students from around the country that have an interest in sports and entertainment in various areas such pr, marketing, law, advertising, management, agency/representation, financial services, promotions, etc. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in the development and execution of one of the most sought after events centered on sports and entertainment. "If you are ready to challenge yourself and gain a hands-on experience into the worlds of sports and entertainment this is the program for

you," says Jamie Wright, Director of the BSAA Student Membership Program. "We believe in giving students of all genders and ethnicities a real life assessment of what it means to be an executive in this industry. Our program is not for every student, but it is for the students that embody the spirit of hard work, focus, and passion." For more information about the BSAA Student Membership Program, contact Jamie Wright, Esq., at 310.568.8500 ext. 231 or via email at jamie@sportsagentsassociation.com. To learn more about the BSAA, visit the web site at www.blacksportsagents.com. Strong work ethic, dedication to pursuing a career in the sports field, articulate, personable, community oriented; preferably a graduate student in the top 50 percent of graduating class, but exceptions will be made for high performing undergraduate students. Please note: Interns will only be selected from our student membership. Interns must first become a student member in order to be considered for an internship. Please contact Jamie Wright for an application or you may go to the BSAA website and download the application. Charles Dunn Company Marketing & Research Internship

The Charles Dunn Company, one of the largest full service regional real estate firms in the western United States, currently has a need for two Marketing & Research Interns to support our Marketing & Research departments. What sets Charles Dunn apart, more than our size or 90 plus year history and expertise, is the philosophy we bring to business: a philosophy of providing the best possible service to our clients while focusing on enhancing the value of their real estate. This internship is a great opportunity for a current junior or senior seeking to gain valuable experience and exposure in the field of commercial real estate. Daily intern research responsibilities will include: Pulling market sales and lease comps using various commercial real estate databases, assisting with research and analysis for the development of quarterly market reports, assisting with developing specific market background reports for brokers, assisting brokers with assembling listing and offering materials, tracking real estate activity in various sub-segments of the market and enter data into company database on a weekly basis, and developing a database for tracking REOs. Daily intern marketing responsibilities will include: assistance with the coordination of website updates; graphic design; and drafting, editing and creating e-mail campaigns. In addition to the above duties, the intern will be responsible for other administrative task and ad-hoc projects. The successful candidate will exhibit: proficiency in MS Word & Excel, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, strong work ethic and ability to see tasks through to completion, ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with varied and changing priorities, strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, Internet researching capabilities and the ability to research and synthesize both qualitative and quantitative data, and high aptitude for learning new programs - the position will require learning a variety of real estate related software applications . Prior research experience preferred, but not mandatory. Time requirements range from 16-20 hours per week for a minimum of 1 semester. This is an unpaid position and candidates must be eligible to receive school credit to be considered for this internship. If you are interested in a career in commercial real estate, enjoy a fast paced environment, are detail oriented please submit resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications for the position to ssantos@charlesdunn.com.

City Year Communications and Outreach Internship City Years diverse young leaders make a difference in the lives of children by working to close the achievement gap and turn around low performing schools in 21 U.S. locations and in London and South Africa. In collaboration with the Communications and Recruitment team, the Communications and Outreach Intern is responsible for helping to recruit a highly qualified corps. The intern is the primary implementer of a campus-specific campaign aimed at inspiring talented

and well-rounded students to apply for the 2011-2012 City Year corps. The Campus Recruitment Ambassador is the in-the-field representative and the voice of City Year on their college campus. Activities include: outreach, marketing, and customer service. The intern will have the following responsibilities: Manage and execute a high-visibility publicity campaign to ensure City Year maintains a strong presence on campus. Activities will include hanging posters and flyers; tabling in high-traffic areas; leveraging class time and student organizations to make City Year announcements, executing effective e-mail campaigns; and securing media coverage in on-campus publications, on websites, and on campus radio stations; Identify and reach out to student leaders on campus, including students of diverse backgrounds and majors; Network with professors and student organizations to secure City Year presentations in classes and meetings; Serve in a consultant role to the Recruitment Manager and community-based staff on recruiting students for events and programming; Help plan and execute high-impact visits for City Year staff, corps members, and alumni who visit campus; includes scheduling meetings, securing class announcements, marketing events, and arranging logistics; Serve as City Year ambassador to values and culture. Qualifications: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior Standing; Strong interest in nonprofit and education sector; High level of initiative and personal responsibility; Achievement in academics, leadership, and/or employment; Familiarity with City Years service model; Excellent organizational skills; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Knowledge of social media a plus; Must receive academic credit; Available to work 10-12 hours per week (5-6 hours to be completed in Downtown LA office). To apply, submit a cover letter and resume to Recruitment Manager Daniel Ochoa by January 9, 2012 at dochoa@cityyear.org. For more information about City Year, please visit www.cityyear.org/losangeles.

Direct Search Alliance- Staffing and Recruiting Industry Internship Direct Search Alliance is a Search and Talent Consultancy specializing in the Staffing & Human Capital Services Industry, Finance & Accounting and Professions in Americas Best Companies. We are exclusively a direct recruiting firm, targeting passive candidates. We source top talent directly by researching the market, through social and business networking and reaching out to working professionals to develop relationships and share contacts. Direct Search Alliance is offering summer and part-time, supervised on-the-job learning experience internships for students interested in careers in the Staffing and Recruiting industry. All work is done in our office on a predetermined schedule. Dress is business/professional casual. Fall internships are offered at a minimum of 16-hours to a maximum of 40-hours per week. Interns must be prepared to commit to a minimum duration of 10-weeks and to an agreed-upon hours/work schedule in advance of starting the internship, with any planned time off approved in advance. Interns will report to the Managing Director and have daily exposure to the Managing Partners and Consultants. Feedback will be provided daily and formally weekly to contribute to the professional development of the Intern. Interns must comply with all work policies and procedures. Send your Rsum or Curriculum Vitae to Brooke at: brooke.amaral@directsearchalliance.com. Practice interviewing skills to communicate your skills and talents effectively, as well as your interest in the industry. Interns are interviewed by the Managing Director, and both Managing Partners.

Idealab Prototype/New Ventures Group Internship Idealab creates and operates pioneering companies in a wide array of technology industries. Our companies are based on ideas that challenge the status quo, and change the way people think, live, and work. We commit to treat our employees, companies, partners, and communities with complete fairness, respect, and excellence. This role is within Idealabs Prototype/New Ventures Group. This group is responsible for launching internally generated ideas for new companies. The group does this by vetting and validating the ideas with research, testing, and prototyping and

then actually launching the company if it passes all those stages. The group also hears proposals from external entrepreneurs seeking an Idealab investment in their companies. Given the size of this group (small) and the speed-to-market that is desired (fast), this role will be extremely fastpaced and will require a tolerance for ambiguity and a hunger for figuring out new things. The Interns tasks will change frequently and will touch on business modeling, financial analysis, market research, competitive landscape analysis, user experience research, focus group testing, and everything else that goes into vetting a new business idea. The Intern will receive mentorship from Idealab's Executives-in-Residence, Prototyping team, and New Ventures managers. The ideal candidate is a multi-disciplinary thinker and hands-on. The Intern will be given goals but not handed an instruction manual, so figuring it out is key. Most of the startup ideas will be consumer Internet and mobile, so a love of all things digital is required. The Prototype/New Ventures Group Intern will assist a small team on the extremely early stages of new-company ideas. The Intern will assist in all aspects of this everything from market research to business analysis to focus-group testing and product development. Applicants should have a good general knowledge of the consumer Internet and/or consumer mobile web. Superior written and oral communication skills, as well as knowledge of MS Office are necessary. Business, economics, finance, computer science, engineering, and multi-media majors are encouraged to apply. Details: Internship location is Pasadena, CA; Start date: January 9, 2012; Flexible Hours; 10-15 hours per week. Submit your resume and cover letter to Andres Castaneda, andres@idealab.com. J.P. Morgan Private Bank Internship (Spring Semester) Our Private Bank analyst internship program offers a unique opportunity to segue into a successful full-time career. As a Private Bank Analyst Intern, you will have an extraordinary opportunity to explore the Private Bank and gain insight into its strategy, products and business groups. We hire most of our full-time Analysts from the pool of Analyst Interns. With over 160 years of experience, the J.P.Morgan Private Bank is a global wealth management leader that delivers the highest quality advice, service, capabilities, and products to ultra-high net worth individuals and their families. To do that, we leverage the entire commercial and investment banking capabilities of the firm. We spend a lot of time getting to know our clients and figuring out the best possible solutions. The Private Bank addresses every facet of wealth management from investment management and brokerage to tax and estate planning, credit, capital raising, and specialty wealth advisory services. We have a global presence with advisors in 40 locations, across the US, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. With over $529 billion in total supervised private client assets, we are one of the largest private banks in the US. Our unique business model personalized client relationships, platform depth and breadth, and an integrated team structure enables us to deliver the best possible solutions to our clients though a wide range of capabilities while offering you an unmatched opportunity for exposure and growth. From the start, you will have an opportunity to learn from the best in the business and make valuable contributions to your team. You will work and socialize with outstanding colleagues, and create your own professional network that will help you take the first steps in your career. You will support an integrated team, working closely with senior professionals. As an Analyst Intern, you will help devise customized financial strategies for existing or prospective clients, get a taste of a wide range of proprietary models, and conduct research and analysis. As a Private Bank Intern Analyst, your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Prospecting and conducting client research; performance reviews, net worth calculations, and asset allocation analyses; Developing knowledge and understanding of proprietary tools through research and analysis of fund information and current market activities; Developing, strategizing and completing projects that will assist areaspecific teams in expanding their client base and improving existing processes. We recruit students from many backgrounds - but having strong analytical skills is a must. The work is challenging and exciting, and being able to use both qualitative and quantitative tools to analyze complex financial situations is key. We look for excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well as an integral member of a team, as well as the initiative, drive and confidence to complete projects with limited supervision. If you don't have a strong financial or business background, be sure you can tell your story: be able to demonstrate your quantitative and

qualitative aptitude both scholastically (SATs, coursework) and practically (former jobs, for example) and be ready to articulate how your background will enhance your career at J.P. Morgan. All Analyst Intern candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.2. Pre-requisites: Currently enrolled USC Sophomores or Juniors; Enrolled in a USC internship course to receive corresponding course credit for the duration of the spring internship. Submit your resume and cover letter to yosup.shim@jpmorgan.com by Sunday, December 11, 2011.

Party Earth Calendar of Events (Music or Sports) Internship Party Earth is a global media and entertainment company whose mission is to enable its community of users to maximize their social experiences worldwide. The company currently provides detailed reviews of social venues (i.e. bars, nightclubs, beaches, casinos, parks, plazas) in cities across the world; a daily calendar of festivals, concerts, and sporting events in these cities including real-time event notifications; and photos capturing moments and experiences from certain festivals and events across the globe. Are you a music fanatic? Do you follow the latest concerts and festivals? Do you follow sporting events around the world? Are you familiar with multiple music genres and performers around the world? Do you frequent music web sites and enjoy keeping up to speed in the industry? Do you enjoy online research and possess an extremely strong attention to detail? Are you a sports fanatic? Do you follow sporting events around the world? Are you addicted to sports web sites and consider yourself an expert in the industry? Do you keep up-to-date with the latest players, tournaments, teams, news, gossip and happenings? Do you enjoy Internet research and possess a strong attention to detail? If you answered yes to any of these questions then you may be the perfect candidate for a Party Earth internship. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for our Calendar of Events Music or Sports Intern position. As a result, researching and gathering event content is a crucial element in the success of PartyEarth.com and the company overall. The Calendar of Events Music Interns responsibilities include one or more of the following: Research and gather content for the PartyEarth.com calendar of events; Research festivals, concerts, and sporting events taking place in major cities throughout the world; Thoroughly and accurately enter new event data on the Party Earth web site; Fact check and maintain accuracy of event data on the Party Earth web site; Research, crop, and upload photos; Research and review event descriptions for accuracy and style. Qualifications: Creative Major or Business / Marketing Major; GPA: 3.0 or higher; Knowledge of pop-culture, music, and events; Superb attention to detail; Excellent research skills; Entrepreneurial spirit, proactive mentality, and tremendous work ethic; Willingness to learn; Eagerness to work in a startup company environment; Knowledge of media websites is a plus; Enjoys travel and social activities; Sports knowledge a plus; Well-travelled a plus; Language skills in German, French, Spanish, or Italian a plus. To apply for an internship, please submit your resume to internships@partyearth.com.

Party Earth Media & Entertainment Internship Are you a pop culture fanatic? Do you follow the latest concerts and festivals? Are you familiar with sporting events around the world? Do you spend hours on Facebook and Twitter? If you answered yes to any of these questions then you may be the perfect candidate for a Party Earth internship. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for our Media and Entertainment Intern position. Party Earth maintains a calendar of festivals, concerts, and sporting events as part of the

core content of PartyEarth.com. With an up-to-date calendar of major events, PartyEarth.com provides its users with meaningful options and choices in a variety of cities. In addition, Party Earth promotes many of these events via its Facebook and Twitter pages as supplemental distribution channels to drive additional traffic to PartyEarth.com. As a result, researching and gathering event content is a crucial element in the success of PartyEarth.com and the company overall. Media and Entertainment Interns responsibilities include one or more of the following: Research and gather content for the PartyEarth.com calendar of events; Research festivals, concerts, and sporting events taking place in major cities throughout the world; Maintain a list of events for each city that Party Earth covers; Write clever and exciting descriptions of major events; Update and maintain a list of event venues in each city; Upload the latest event content to PartyEarth.com; Participate in Party Earth marketing initiatives; Promote PartyEarth.com content via Facebook, Twitter, and other social media; Assist in the marketing and promotion of the Party Earth brand, website, and products via a variety of social media; Identify and implement opportunities to maximize awareness and boost user traffic to PartyEarth.com via a variety of web initiatives. Qualifications: Creative Major or Business/Marketing Major; GPA: 3.0 or higher; Knowledge of pop-culture, music, sports, and events; Knowledge of social media and its effective use in generating buzz; Enjoys spreading messages through social networks, blogs, and other social media; Creative mind and writing skill; Entrepreneurial spirit, proactive mentality, and tremendous work ethic; Willingness to learn and also challenge the status quo; Eagerness to work in a startup company environment; Knowledge of media websites is a plus; Enjoys travel and social activities; Language skills in German, French, Spanish, or Italian a plus. To apply, please submit your resume to internships@partyearth.com. Refinery29 Editorial Internship Calling all L.A. fashion junkies! We're looking for a few exceptional editorial interns to start ASAP (you must be available a minimum of two to three days per week). The position is unpaid, but could possibly move into a paid freelance position. Editorial candidates should possess strong research and writing skills, and be up-to-date with fashion news, style blogs, social media, and the e-commerce landscape. A healthy obsession with fashion and trends definitely helps! Above all, youve got to know and love Refinery29. Anyone less than die-hard need not apply! Interested, in Los Angeles, and available? Shoot your cover letter and resume to Brenna.egan@refinery29.com!

USC Center for Urban Education Communications Intern The Center for Urban Education (CUE) is seeking a student intern with a background in communications, journalism and/or marketing. The intern will gain experience in writing articles for publication in print, on the web and other online media (e.g., through Constant Contact); assisting with the development of other content; maintaining and updating information on CUE's website; and preparing materials for dissemination to targeted audiences. Student will work 10-20 hours/week, starting in January. CUE is a research center housed at the Rossier School of Education. It leads socially conscious research and develops data, benchmarking and process improvement tools to assist colleges and universities in improving educational outcomes for minority students. Interested students can email their cover letters and resumes to: rsoecue@usc.edu. The subject line in the email should say: Application for communications intern.

The White House Internship Program Summer 2012 Intern

The White House Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This hands-on program is designed to mentor and cultivate todays young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office of the President and engage them in public service opportunities. We are currently accepting applications for the Summer 2012 program. While the interns individual responsibilities and tasks vary, they are united through weekly events and, most importantly, through service. Interns participate in a longterm service project to help the surrounding community. This is a great opportunity to promote leadership and a way to learn about their fellow intern class. Each week, interns come together for a speaker series with senior staff members and participate in off-site field trips around D.C. We encourage everyone to visit http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/internships for detailed information about the program, the application process, a timeline with deadlines, and the departments that participate in the program. A complete application includes: short answers, two essay questions, a one-page resume, and two letters of recommendation. The deadline to apply for Summer 2012 is January 22, 2012.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
T. Howard Foundation Summer Internship Program

The T. Howard Foundation is a non-profit organization that partners with some of the largest companies in the world to provide paid full-time summer internships in the multimedia and entertainment industry to multi-ethnic minority students. Our partners include companies such as Cablevision/Rainbow Media, Comcast, DIRECTV, Discovery Communications, ESPN, HBO, Time Warner Cable, Turner Network Sales, Showtime and many more! We place students in corporate and creative internship opportunities in every department. In addition to receiving an internship at a major media company, T. Howard Foundation Interns receive additional professional development benefits. A two-day orientation in New York or Washington, DC with media executives (travel and lodging provided), an experienced career professional mentor, networking Opportunities with executives and personnel, an alumni network with access to exclusive job opportunities, attending our Annual Diversity Dinner in New York (travel and lodging provided). Applicants must be a multi-ethnic minority student. Have full-time sophomore, junior, senior or graduate student status at a 4-year college/university. Be a U.S. Citizen or an international student on an F-1 visa. Have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher. Students can apply online today by going to www.t-howard.org.

SUMMER HOUSING
Educational Housing Services New York

Interning in New York City? Where are you going to live? With 25 years in student housing, Educational Housing Services is a great, safe and convenient housing option in New York City. EHS is a not-for-profit organization that provides safe and convenient housing to students and interns in NYC. To find out more about EHS and the properties that are available this summer, please visit: http://studenthousing.org/and/usc. You may also call: 1-800-297-4694. All of the buildings include 24/7 security and residence staff, free cable access and LCD TVs, free high speed internet access, and fully furnished rooms with private bathrooms and heat/AC. Computer and fitness centers, laundry facilities, kitchens and lounges are also onsite.

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STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?


Contact the Internship Programs Office in STU B1 or at (213) 740-9105.

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