Currently accepting applications for Fall '08! Purpose: Position: Planning Department Intern (unpaid) Department: News Department Requirements: Candidates MUST be of at least Junior standing in college or university. Broadcast Journalism/Communications majors preferred. Responsibilities: Intern will assist in researching long and short-term story ideas, as well as assist in building a diverse base of contacts and expert sources. Intern should be a self-starter, with great interest in current events and local government. You will talk with attorneys, celebrities, politicians, and other newsmakers; follow-up on newspaper clippings; and generate future story ideas for our reporters. Requires excellent phone, computer, and communication skills.
Currently accepting applications for Fall '08!
Purpose: Position: Planning Department Intern (unpaid) Department: News Department Requirements: Candidates MUST be of at least Junior standing in college or university. Broadcast Journalism/Communications majors preferred. Responsibilities: Intern will assist in researching long and short-term story ideas, as well as assist in building a diverse base of contacts and expert sources. Intern should be a self-starter, with great interest in current events and local government. You will talk with attorneys, celebrities, politicians, and other newsmakers; follow-up on newspaper clippings; and generate future story ideas for our reporters. Requires excellent phone, computer, and communication skills.
To Apply: Send resume, cover letter and references to: 2501 W. Bradley Place Chicago, IL 60618 Attention: Human Resources Department Fax: (773) 528-1387 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE *Interns are considered trainees and not employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1973.