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POSITION TITLE/SEMESTER AbsolutePunk Intern for Spring 2013 semester DEPARTMENT Editorial LOCATION Los Angeles, CA TIME COMMITMENT 2-3 days per week (20+ hours per week) COMPANY OVERVIEW BUZZMEDIA is defining digital culture; publishing more than 40 leading brands whose original voices define their categories. BUZZMEDIA reaches one in four millennials in the U.S. monthly through its portfolio of award-winning and influential brands including: SPIN, Celebuzz, Stereogum, Videogum, Buzznet, TheSuperficial, Idolator, PureVolume, Hype Machine, AbsolutePunk, What Would Tyler Durden Do?, SocialiteLife, Go Fug Yourself, Just Jared, Pink is the New Blog, Gorilla vs. Bear, RCRD LBL, TheFrisky!, Concrete Loop, Brooklyn Vegan and Punknews. As measured by comScore, BUZZMEDIA is the largest digital publisher of entertainment news and the fourth largest digital publisher of original music content in the U.S. BUZZMEDIA draws on original editorial content, deep audience engagement, and knowledge of the young adult audience to provide customized, innovative marketing and advertising solutions across its branded properties. OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT Long recognized as the CNN of punk, AbsolutePunk is an engine of news, commentary and exclusive media powered by the web's most avid community of superfans.

Company Information: NP Associates represents an innovative approach to providing high quality resident-focused, Nurse Practitioner driven resource to long-term care facilities. We specialize in providing primary care that supports the already existing framework, by establishing systems of care that drive nurse assessments, reducing re-hospitalizations, and improving the quality of care. Internship Description: As a social media assistant you will work with company executives serving as a liaison between the company and the long term healthcare market in general and selected skilled nursing facilities in particular. You will also assist in developing marketing and social media campaigns. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of the healthcare market, nursing homes, social and media relations and knowledge of social media networks. They will also have strong communication and writing skills. This is a virtual position and can be completed from any site.

AD VYBE PR is where you will find experienced professionals in the communication field, caring for corporate and celebrity clients worldwide. As a boutique firm our team of experts take pride in assuring our clients the best service possible. We reduce budgets and increase bottom-lines using innovative solutions. Our intern position is a virtual opportunity!

B.O.L.D. Athletics focuses on helping professional athletes transition into the next phase of their lives. B.O.L.D. is an acronym that stands for Business Of Lifes Destinations which means whatsoever our clients are destined to be after their career as a professional athlete, we will help them get there by the way we do business. B.O.L.D. Athletics has plenty of opportunities available for those who are looking to start their professional adventure. You internship will be tailored to your strengths and interest, allow you to get the most of out your time with us. You will work with various experts in many different industries throughout your internship. You will have plenty of opportunities to network and get to know various experts who are apart of our network and build a rapport with them. A professional reference may be given upon your request once you have completed your internship. We look forward to working with you and helping you jump start your professional journey with B.O.L.D. Athletics!

Delawareblack.com LLC is currently seeking interns for the Spring 2013. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable work experience. The mission of the organization is to increase the sharing of informational resources available for African Americans in Delaware and nationally. We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated individual with experience and skills in web content management, writing and editing for the web, graphic design and site management. The website content manager will be responsible developing the voice for all aspects of the organizations online presence. In addition to writing, editing, and proofreading site content, the website content manager may also be responsible for crafting site promotions, email newsletters, and online outreach campaigns. The content manager will work closely with our organization, so strong communication skills are needed. The ideal candidate will also have experience managing online marketing and outreach campaigns. Tasks require a strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.

This position is responsible for increasing our brand awareness, driving internet traffic, and increasing quote activity within an assigned territory: Responsibilities Monitor all forms of media Write press releases and other materials Utilize word of mouth marketing, Internet marketing, and Internet marketing techniques to increase traffic, brand awareness, and requests for quotes. Leverage social networks to strengthen relationships with existing clients and increase the number of impressions on potential clients Utilize Blogging, SEO, social networking, and back-link building to raise our web presence and placement on web searches within an assigned territory. Screen phone calls related to marketing Assist with mailings, print production Compile contact lists Search for press clippings Create or update databases Work on updating Website design (no coding, just overall concept), including video(s) and possibly a company jingle Other Marketing activities as assigned by management

More information about this job: Overview: The purpose of this position is to assist Carrington Colleges Group, Inc. with marketing materials, campaigns, social media and any other platforms and channels needing assistance including producing written content and other responsibilities. This position reports to the Marketing Specialist and performs a variety of general administrative duties as well as analytical and support functions of moderate complexity in support of the marketing department. The hours for this unpaid internship are: the schedule is 20 hours minimum per week, with the opportunity to extend intern hours based on the applicants schedule. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Research and data collection from students or faculty received by various means that may then be written and organized into marketing materials, blogs, newsletters, social media outlets, etc. Contribute to writing, editing and fact checking for online content, marketing materials, etc. Maintaining and administrating social media platforms. Support the Communications/ Marketing Specialists with administrative tasks. Assist with the planning and implementation of marketing events and campaigns. Perform additional duties as assigned.

The Bring Back Main Street Committee is seeking highly-motivated individuals for our Social Media Internship Program to manage our web presence, including web site, email, Facebook, Twitter, Goggle+ and Pinterest. Intern will also gather and organize online and traditional contact info. Our internships are fast-paced, fun, demanding and rewarding. Participants will work directly with candidates and grass roots activist in the exciting world of political organizing campaigning, with opportunities to build their skills in a variety of areas. Notable qualities include creativity, a desire to innovate and experiment in the online space, and the ability to learn quickly on the fly. Flexible scheduling. Open to students from ANY academic major; as long as they fit the criteria above. Please e-mail a letter of interest describing your skills and background to: lbbmst@gmail.com.

BEHUM is looking for talented writers who can create original articles for our blog and/or content for our micro-blogs. The BEHUM blog is a place for individuals to learn about political issues and actions to take in support of their political views. The blog supports our broader mission of increasing individual participation in our democracy by reducing the systemic barriers that discourage engagement. This is more of a guest blogger - content provider role that a strictly defined internship. This is a highly flexible opportunity that can be crafted to your interests and schedule. What you need to be considered? We want the blog to be from everyday people helping other everyday people increase their participation in our political discourse. Our blog is not intended to be experts giving opinions. But fellow citizens helping other fellow voters learn and act. BEHUM just wants to see that you are capable of writing compelling but easy to read articles about political issues. And, that you can present issues in a non-partisan or balanced manner. Please send us links to your blog or to any article you may have written. What do you get in return? For contributing to our blog you get several benefits. Mostly, exposure! Plus, youll be helping to strengthen our democracy by encouraging others to participate. Beyond that, well give you a by-line and link to your own website or blog. Who are we looking to contribute? Anyone! The blog is by everyday people for everyday people. However, you should be a bit of a political junkie or at least passionate about following a specific political issue. Comfort doing research on issues and a love for writing will also make this more enjoyable for you. While under no obligation, wed hope youd make a 4-6 month commitment as it will take a while to build a following and influence individuals to act.

Our new handmade jewelry company is looking for a SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN to take our marketing and visibility to the next level. Interns main responsibilities will be to work on promoting our advertisements & maintaining our social media marketing on Facebook, pinterest, twitter, etc. Intern will also assist in related research and finding new well-worth it marketing/social media platforms. Individual should be flexible, love to take initiative and motivated to learn. There are additional opportunities to learn especially if intern is interested. It would be an extra bonus if intern is passionate about fashion, marketing, communication and the arts. This is a great opportunity for professional development. Intern can work remotely from anywhere in the United States. * U.S. RESIDENTS ONLY *THIS IS AN UNPAID INTERNSHIP, do not apply if only interested in pay. NYC/NJ location preferred, no INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS. * Please attach samples of your previous work to your application. Do not apply if you do not meet qualifications. Should live in NY NJ area preferred, but national available as well. We are looking to expand our clientele.