Are you looking to gain valuable experience in the world of media? If so, then a Women’s Post internship is a perfect fit. We’re looking for senior level students with a strong interest in Magazine production. As an editorial intern, you will be exposed to the world of production, both in-print and online. You will have the creative independence to profile successful entrepreneurial women, network, create interesting and relevant content, attend industry events, and learn how to use a number of tools to be successful in the publication industry. There are also opportunities for employment upon completion of your Internship.
- We are looking for a commitment of 15-21 hours per week. In this regard, we are extremely flexible and able to accommodate to your schedule.
- We are looking for internships to begin Monday April 4, 2011
Your roles and responsibilities include the following:
· Provide editorial support to the Associate Publisher
· The ability to produce clean content with excellent spelling and grammar
· The ability to pitch story ideas related to professional women
· Provide initial proofreading of columns to ensure content is error-free
· Identify and conduct interviews with suitable candidates for ‘Woman of the Week’ and additional profile pieces
· Source images and artwork
· Upload written copy onto website (www.womenspost.ca) from contributors
· Maintain the site once it is live, and ensure all information presented is accurate
· Regularly engage in social media to promote brand awareness and increase website traffic
Required skills:
- Recent journalism grad or student enrolled in a journalism program
- Excellent writing and editing skills, familiarity with Canadian Press style preferred
- Technically inclined, with desktop publishing skills in a PC environment
- Experience with MS Office
- Experience with Photoshop preferred
- Familiarity with content management systems. All necessary training will be provided.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize
- Ability to work on multiple projects with tight deadlines is a must
Please send your resume, cover letter, and two writing samples to madamjee@womenpost.ca by March 31, 2011 at 5 PM. Please indicate “Intern” in the subject line. All internships are 8 weeks in duration.
