So while it doesn’t get much better than an internship at the Her Campus offices (and yes, I’m completely biased), there is a chance that you’re looking for something different this summer. Well, you’re in luck because there are still a ton of opportunities out there! From journalism to social media to non-profits, all it takes is a few Google searches to find that perfect summer internship.
#1
What: Web editorial internship
Who: YAI Network
Where: New York, NY
Deadline: Rolling
About: YAI is a nationally acclaimed network of non-profit agencies dedicated to helping people with disabilities and their families. The company provides pre-school, family support and rehabilitation services—and they’re looking for interns!
The web editorial intern will be responsible for writing content for the YAI website, taking and uploading photos and helping with any web-related tasks (such as conducting interviews and developing ideas for new web pages).
Apply! Check out the full job description here and follow the directions to apply.
#2
What: Public relations intern
Who: Spector & Associates
Where: New York, NY
Deadline: Rolling
About: Spector & Associates is a full-service corporate public relations firm based in Manhattan, New York. With clients like Bank of America, AT&T and Deloitte, S&A is a nationally recognized firm that isn’t confined to traditional PR practices. As an intern you would be writing press releases, talking with reporters and working on award-winning campaigns.
Apply! Visit Internships.com to see the complete job description, pick a few of your best writing samples and send them in!
#3
What: Fashion start-up internship
Who: FindThatStyle.com
Where: Houston, TX
Deadline: Rolling
About: I have to admit, I’m a little bit in love with the premise of FindThatStyle.com. The fashion website was “founded on the philosophy that television show fashion should be easier to find.” Using crowd sourcing, proprietary technology and great employees, FindThatStyle.com allows you to browse the fashion of your favorite television characters and episodes.
Even better? They’re looking for interns! As a member of the team, you’ll be responsible for scene filtering, pre-tagging photos, and attending weekly meetings and helping with their overall marketing strategy.
Apply! The full job description can be found here on Internships.com, and you can also contact the FindThatStyle.com team directly at contact@findthatstyle.com
#4
What: Graphics design intern
Who: Socialista Media + Marketing Group
Where: Dallas, TX
Deadline: Rolling
About: Socialista is a full service marketing agency that focuses on small business development, marketing communications and media planning. Whether you’re a social-media addict, a marketing whiz or a communications major, Socialista seems like an amazing experience.
As an intern you’ll be responsible for retouching photos, designing collateral, and assisting the corporate marketing team in their day-to-day activities. If you love the fast-paced agency lifestyle and getting a chance to flex your creativity, this opportunity is pretty perfect.
Apply! Interested? The full job description can be found here at Internships.com, and you can also reach out to Socialista directly at info@socialistamediagroup.com.
#5
What: Social media intern
Who: CoverAwards.com
Where: Virtual
Deadline: Rolling
About: Calling all of you celeb-obsessed Facebook addicts. CoverAwards.com, a celebrity news network, is looking for social media interns. In the position you’ll be responsible for creating and publishing content to Facebook and Twitter. In addition, the CoverAwards team will also work to develop some longer-term projects tailored to your unique interests—definitely a win-win.
Oh, and remember Talan from Laguna Beach? He’s an intern at CoverAwards too. Although it might not be relevant to your resume, that fact is sure to make some of your girl friends jealous.
Apply! If you’re interested in the position, read a little bit more about it on CyberInterns.com and send a cover letter and a resume to coverawardsjobs@gmail.com.
#6
What: Music promotions intern
Who: Dream Row
Where: Virtual
Deadline: Rolling
About: Do you have a passion for the music industry? Dream Row, a live promotion company based in Nashville, is looking for interns to help with show promotion! As an intern you would be responsible for researching the industry, expanding artists’ fan bases and increasing attendance at shows. Additionally, Dream Row interns get the opportunity to work on e-mail marketing campaigns, attend live events and manage MySpace, Facebook and Twitter accounts.
This is a great way to get your foot in the door of the music industry!
Apply! You can view the full job description on the Dream Row website. If you’re still interested, email dans@dreamrow.com with the following information:
- Your cover letter
- Your resume
- What state you live in
- Availability
- Any experience with Microsoft Office, social media, Photoshop and/or Google apps
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#7
What: Creative writing/editorial internship
Who: YoungHollywood.com
Where: Virtual
Deadline: Rolling
About: Young Hollywood is an online hub for all things celebrity. The website is the flagship for a multimedia entertainment company that is focused on generating celebrity and lifestyle content.
They are currently looking for students interested in journalism and/or creative writing to join their editorial team. As an intern your main responsibilities will include assisting the Editorial Coordinator to prepare and publish articles. You also may be lucky enough to work with the Young Hollywood team on talent interviews. So while it may be unpaid, the chance to rub elbows with James Franco is priceless (or is that just me?).
Apply! Check out the full job description at CyberInterns.com and send your resume and cover letter to katie@younghollywood.com to apply.
#8
What: Advertising/PR internship
Who: Stretch Media
Where: Los Angeles, CA
Deadline: Rolling
About: Stretch Media is a boutique-advertising agency based in California. The company provides branding and marketing services ranging from video editing and photography to web design and copy writing.
The production company is currently looking for an “eager intern” to assist with all phases of advertising and production campaigns, adding in “legwork, fingerwork, brainwork, funwork…” too as important responsibilities.
Apply! The full job description can be found here at InternshipPrograms.com, and you can also reach out to Stretch directly by emailing Creative Director Bill Burnett at bill@stretchmedia.com.
What: Program assistant intern
Who: CoachArt
Where: Los Angeles, CA
Deadline: Rolling
About: CoachArt is a non-profit that aims to better the lives of sick children. CA “offers free lessons in the arts and athletics to patients with chronic, physical illness and their siblings.” In the past, CoachArt has worked with volunteers to offer music, art, yoga, photography and acting lessons to patients.
The intern position is responsible for supporting the Programs team in their day-to-day activities. These duties may range from calling families and volunteers, researching recruitment outlets and preparing materials for program and tabling events.
Apply! If you’re interested in joining CoachArt and interning for a great non-profit organization, read the rest of the job description on InternshipPrograms.com and contact Jen Mathews at jen@coachart.org and attach your resume and a cover letter.
#10
What: Sales assistant internship
Who: La Belle Vie
Where: New York, NY
Deadline: June 6, 2011
About: LBV is a concierge and events agency that caters to everything from business travels, to corporate event management to leisure travels. With a client base of celebrities and high profile individuals, LBV is an ultimate employer for any collegietteTM interested in the luxury industry.
As an intern, you’ll be responsible for assisting with all aspects of account management and act as a point of contact between the sales, graphic and production teams. You’ll get the opportunity to create presentations, reports and contribute to new strategies.
Apply! Sounds pretty exciting, doesn’t it? The full job description is on InternshipPrograms.com and you can apply by e-mailing interns@lbvlife.com.