Current Internship Opportunities
To Apply
Send Resume, list of companies you are interested in, and completed Student Application Form to Kate Stevenson ksteven6@depaul.edu .
Current Internship Opportunities
Company: Wholesale Point, Inc.Hours/Week: 15-20 hours/week
Paid: $$Yes
Location: Willowbrook, IL
Description: We are looking for a paid intern with excellent writing skills and some experience or working knowledge to handle the following tasks:
* Social Media - Setting up and managing twitter, facebook, and other social media sites
* Write blog articles, product reviews, press releases, etc.
* Coordinate Advertising campaigns, email campaigns
* Identify and Prioritize Different Marketing Channels
* Be creative in introducing new ideas and concepts to build the company's brand
* Research possible marketing, PR, and sales opportunities
* General office/customer service responsibilities
Required skills:
* Experience navigating online shopping websites
* Experience with Web and email
* Experience with MS Word and Excel
* Excellent communication skills - both written and on the phone.
* Ability to learn and retain knowledge of products
While it is not necessary, it is an extreme plus for applicants who have some experience or a working knowledge with any of the following:
* Web Graphics - create banners, update images for our website during sale events, holidays, etc.
* Basic HTML - update web pages, post blog articles, etc
* Photo editing software (i.e. Adobe Photoshop) – resize images, etc.
* Web Analytics (i.e. Google Analytics)
* Search Engine Optimization and Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising
Company: Fitness Manufacturing Partners
Hours/Week: 20 hours/week
Paid: $$Yes
Location: Chicago,IL
Description:
Fitness Manufacturing Partners, Inc. (FMP) is a global producer and innovator in consumer fitness products. FMP supplies products within four customer categories
• Wholesale
• Retail
• Infomercial
• Promotional
FMP is a privately held company, with headquarters in Chicago, Illinois.
Description of Position:
Fitness Manufacturing Partners will be accepting resumes for the position of Marketing Intern. The marketing intern will assist the VP of Marketing in implementation of strategic plans for new sales and marketing initiatives for new and existing brands.
1. Support in the development of sales & consumer marketing materials (collateral, presentations, coupons, photos, etc.)
2. Assist with developing and implementing interactive and social media programs
3. Prepare and maintain online/ecommerce implementation including new product placement for retailers, eBay product management and internal product updates
4. Assist in media monitoring & reporting and support agency with media sample requests
Fitness Manufacturing Partners is a growing business, so the intern will have a unique opportunity to take an active roll within the company and work on multiple brands. The more motivated the intern is the more opportunities they will have to learn and develop a wide variety of marketing skills.
Internship is 20 hours per week for minimum of 12 weeks for credit. Compensation will be competitive and based on experience.
Company: Andrea Gems
Hours/Week: 10 hours/week
Paid: $$Yes
Location: Chicago,IL
Description: Jewelry design & Manufacturing company specializing in limited production custom collection and one-of-a-kind fine jewelry. Wholesales to retailers in U.S. and U.K. Company is seeking to expand national distribution. Needs intern to help build a data/customer base, utilizing internet research. Customer contact through internet and phone will be substantial. Intern would assist in creating email advertising.
Company: GSS, Inc
Hours/week: 17 hours/week
Paid: No
Location: Chicago, IL
Description: As an association management and event planning company, GSS Inc. has provided service to not-for-profit associations, small business entities, and corporate clients for over 25 years. We specialize in providing executive, administrative and financial management services. We guide our clients in creative strategic plans, assist in membership development, support the creation and execution of marketing and communication campaigns, as well as secure continued education and professional development opportunities. Our client list includes associations such as Society of Human Resource Professionals, Relocation Directors Council, Interior Redesign Industry Specialists, Staffing Management Association of Greater Chicago, and Treasury Management Association of Chicago. We are looking for an outgoing, creative, organized multi-tasker who is interested in marketing, event planning, nonprofit work and or business administration. Each day will bring new things to do: this is a very fast paced environment. Although the majority of work will be done behind the scenes, it is our intention to allow the intern an opportunity to assist with on-site meeting registration. Interns should be prepared to take on tough challenges and work closely with upper management of GSS on a daily basis.
Company: Burns Entertainment
Hours/Week: Full-time hours- 30hrs/week
Paid: No
Location: Chicago, IL
Description: Burns works with the nations largest PR Firms, Corporations, Advertising Agencies, Universities, Associations, and Not-For-Profit Groups, helping them select and hire celebrities and athletes, bringing campaigns and events to life.
Sales interns work in the Corporate Partnership Division developing and implementing portions of new business initiatives, reporting directly to V.P. Business Development
The benefits of this internship include learning how to cold call; research companies and contacts; learn the ins-and-outs of developing a prospective client from its infancy through the entire sales process; as well as client management. Not only will this experience improve sales skills, but it will enhance your ability to recognize a new business opportunity, and capitalize on each prospect. Upon completing this internship, you will have a better understanding of the business world, and be fully equipped in order to seize your place on the sales side of it.
Paco Communications *Multicultural Marketing
Hours/Week: TBD
Paid: Stipend
Location: Chicago, IL
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
PACO Communications is a full-service, boutique multicultural marketing agency. We offer an array of marketing and creative services to companies who want to reach the exploding multicultural market. We are a small agency by choice but provide big-time solutions to clients of all sizes. We carefully think through targeted strategies to deliver communication that not only reaches the target but motivates consumer behavior. PACO’s list of clients keeps growing and currently includes brands in the beverage, banking, travel/tourism, healthcare, and education categories.
INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION
PACO Communications is committed to developing future leaders within this growing industry. Although our top priority is to market various brands, PACO understands the need to invest, mentor and provide opportunities for students at all levels to gain experience. It is our culture to provide exceptional services to our clients and to also contribute to our local and industry community/universities. Our dynamic and talented work environment will grant the opportunity to learn, grow and enhance one’s educational experience through practical application.
RESPONSIBILITIES
•Organize data using Microsoft Excel
•Research current market trends
•Create weekly analysis of marketing/media strategies
•Support and provide assistance to Account Coordinators, Account Executives, and Account Directors
•Track and compile client’s press hits
•Assist with general administrative tasks
•Recap client meetings
•Other tasks as assigned
TERMS OF INTERN PROGRAM
•Mandatory hours: TBD
•Hours of work: TBD
•Pay: Stipend
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2010 SUMMER FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Date: June 6 - August 7, 2010
Where: New York, New York
The IRTS Summer Fellowship Program teaches up-and-coming communicators the realities of the media industry and business world through a nine-week , expense-paid fellowship , which includes practical experience and career-planning advice. Fellows gain full-time, "real world" experience at New York-based media companies. In addition, the Fellowship provides the opportunity to network with industry professionals, take related field trips, and attend panels, lectures and group discussions.
ELIGIBILITY:
The Summer Fellowship Program is competitive. Students must be college juniors, seniors or graduate students at the time of application. For detailed eligibility information, log on to our website www.irts.org and follow the link to "College Programs." http://www.irts.org/programs/sfp/sfp.html
COST: Travel, housing and living allowance included.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 1, 2009, 11:59PM
Information can also be found on the IRTS Broadcast Sales Associate Program, which is held in tandem with the Summer Fellowship Program. This diversity initiative is designed to give graduating seniors a jumpstart on the management track by providing customized sales training, in addition to the regular features of the Fellowship Program.