Description: Wednesday Journal Publications is seeking a bright and enthusiastic over-achiever who is interested in helping to promote the newspaper to local residents, while learning skills related to marketing, advertising and promotion. This is an opportunity to gain on-the-job experience while honing communications and technical skills. nterns will have the chance to meet local VPS while networking to boost advertising sales. Commitment: The internship is a semester-long internship meant for students or alumni. Hours and time commitment are negotiable, but will be in the area of 4-40 hours a week. Some evening and weekends may be required for special events. Compensation: This is a voluntary, unpaid internship. Wednesday Journal Publications will work with schools to allow interns to earn academic credit through their high school or college if the school offers such opportunities. Supervisor: Display Advertising Coordinator Requirements: Candidates should be interested in the Sales/Marketing field Entering junior or senior year of high school, enrolled in college, OR a college alumni Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or above Ability to work independently and juggle multiple tasks at once Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to take initiative and perform follow up Possess a friendly, outgoing personality Applicants must submit a cover letter explaining why this internship is desired, an updated resume, and list of availability to alicia @oakpark.com . n order to be considered for the internship program, the internship guidelines from their school must also be submitted by either faxing, emailing, or mailing the documents to the address listed above. Responsibilities and projects may include: Media relations nteract with clients Perform sponsor recruitment Prepare brochures and materials Assist in building a projects database Assist with on-site and off-site events Assist with daily activities as needed (direct mail, advertising, promotions etc.) Assist with creation and distribution of newsletters and promotional items Assist with building and refining contact lists Assist with and perform any other duties as needed or assigned by the Display Advertising Coordinator Computer Knowledge Requirements: PowerPoint, Word/Excel, nternet savvy a must. Questions? Contact Alicia Plomin at alicia @oakpark.com or 708-613-3344. Wednesday JournaI PubIications 141 S. Oak Park Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 613-3344 Fax: (708) 524-0447 - 1- Inter Name (Last, First, MI): Birthdate: / / Age: Address: Home phone: Cell phone: Email: School Name: School Address: ClassiIication: GPA: List skills: Interest (rank 1 5 w/ 5 being least liked): Clerical duties Events Field work Newsletter production Volunteer coordination How did you hear about this position? Days available: MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Hours: ________ ________ ________ ________ ________ ________ Date available to start: / / 20 Are you available on weekends? Yes No Person to Notify in Case of Emergency
Internship Application cont. Have you previously interned anywhere, and iI so where? Yes No What extra-curricular activities/clubs are you involved with? What are your Iuture career goals? What do you hope to gain from an internship with us? (Answer on space provided below) By submlttlng thls appllcatlon, l afflrm that the facts set forth ln lt are true and complete. l understand that lf l am accepted as an lntern, any false statements, omlsslons, or other mlsrepresentatlons made by me on thls appllcatlon may result ln my lmmedlate dlsmlssal. Signature Date - 2- - 3- Wednesday Journal Publications nternship Application - Checklist The foowng MUST be encosed n your appcaton packet to be consdered for the poston: Completed Internship Application Iorm, along with an updated resume One Letter oI Recommendation Irom either a current or very recent Instructor, High School / College Guidance Counselor, Vice Principal, or Principal oI your school. The recommender must include contact inIormation Ior Iollow-up purposes. Internship Agreement Iorm Return the COMPLETED application packet by the September 16th deadline to Alicia Plomin at: Wednesday Journal 141 S. Oak Park Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302 Phone: 708 613 3344 Fax: 708 524 0447 Please note: If application is received after the above stated deadline, the applicant will be considered for a future internship opportunity, depending on his/her availability. Wednesday Journal Publications Application - Review 8heet For Personnel Department Use Only INTERVIEW CHECKLIST 1. Application reviewed on by 2. Denial letter sent 3. lnterview letter sent 4. lnterview scheduled for ADDITIONAL NOTES: - 4- - 5-