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Times Media Group - Editorial Intern *Remote Internship*

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Company Name: 
Times Media Group
Company Website: 
http://www.timespublications.com
Industry: 
Printing/Publishing
Application Due Date: 
Friday, January 29, 2021
Location: 
Goodyear
Paid: 
No
Federal Work-Study Eligible Site: 
No
Qualify for WIRCCS Scholarship: 
Yes
Description: 

The Times Media Group, which owns 20 publications including the West Valley View, Glendale Star, Peoria Times, and College Times, is looking for editorial interns who are eager to gain invaluable print and digital magazine experience in the editorial department of our Goodyear office. Editorial interns will be supervised closely by managing and executive editors, who will work with interns to strengthen their research, writing, and editing abilities and help them develop the necessary skills for a career in publishing The company has asked that the intern work for approximately 15-20 hours (hour requirements will also be dependent on if the student seeks credit for internship). Applicants must be continuing EMCC students and have a minimum of 2.5 GPA or a recommendation from your instructor. Applicants interested in the internship must include a resume, cover letter, and three writing samples/published clips. 

*This is a remote opportunity for the foreseeable future*

If you would like assistance in preparing the required materials; cover letter and resume, or in preparing for an interview, please contact Career Services by emailing [email protected].

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Primary learning opportunities for interns include (but are not limited to) the following:

 Working closely with the editors on various print-related projects

 Writing hard news and feature stories

 Contributing to digital projects (social media and website content)

 Assisting with fact-checking and page proofing

 Compiling calendar lists of events for various publications

 Drafting social media copy

Minimum Requirements: 

The ideal candidate should be organized, detail-oriented, Internet-savvy, positive and proactive, with good writing skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Interns must be currently enrolled at EMCC and possess an interest in and enthusiasm for print media and lifestyle publishing

Hours are based on the university or college’s requirements 

Minimum 2.5 GPA

The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is an EEO/AA institution and an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or national origin. A lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the career and technical education programs of the District.

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