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Five Internships That Need Amazing Applicants
Artsy. Communications Intern. Paid.
Artsy is the online resource for art collecting and education and their mission is to make all the world’s art accessible to anyone with an Internet connection. They are seeking a Communications Intern to help execute press, media, and event initiatives. Responsibilities include conducting research for media lists, compiling materials for press use, monitoring Artsy mentions across media outlets, assisting with event coordination, and providing general support to the Communications Team. The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, knowledge of the contemporary art world, and has completed advanced coursework towards a BA in English, Communications, Marketing, or related field.
Major League Soccer. Digital Content Distribution Intern. Paid.
Major League Soccer is a professional soccer league representing the sport’s highest level in both the United States and Canada. They are seeking an intern to start immediately within the MLS Digital Department who will report directly to the Director, Content Distribution. Responsibilities include: compiling reports that track video content, create database for content delivered to partners and tracking key metrics, help plan programming stunts/promotions, assist with decks and presentations, and more. Ideal applicants should have the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at a time, be web-savvy, possess excellent analytical skills, knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel), and attention to detail. Knowledge of soccer not required, but encouraged.
Tory Burch Foundation. Social Media & Digital Strategy Intern. Paid.
Tory Burch Foundation supports the economic empowerment of women entrepreneurs and their families in the U.S. through affordable loans, mentoring programs and entrepreneurial education. They are seeking an intern to be responsible for supporting and delivering a first-class branded online experience, create content to support TBF digital platforms, plan, implement, and evaluate digital presence, and more. Applicants must be excellent writers and communicators with an interest in entrepreneurship and social impact, be able to brainstorm and generate ideas with quick deadlines, passion for web technologies, possess strong interest in performance-driven marketing tactics. Digital design knowledge, coding and CRM experience, and prior internships in digital branding and strategy are all pluses.
New York Needs You. Program Intern. Paid.
New York Needs You fights for economic mobility for ambitious low-income college students. They are looking for a Program Intern to join their team, supporting team members focusing on Fellow recruitment, conducting data management and analysis, and documenting programmatic policies and procedures. Applicants should have strong research skills and attention to detail, excellent time management skills and experience in deadline-driven environments, strong communication skill, and strong MS Office proficiency. Plus if you have strong skills in Excel, experience with statistical analysis, and interest or experience in using technology to improve process efficiency.
WhoSay. Entertainment Writing Intern. Paid.
WhoSay is a digital media company built by and with celebrities for their most loyal and engaged fans. They are seeking an entry-level socially savvy writer to create and curate highly compelling entertainment content for its online entertainment magazine. The intern will be handling breaking news, internet curiosities, and viral videos, and work with other editors as needed. Applicants should be creative, dedicated writers immersed in the entertainment space, voracious consumers of entertainment content, genuinely excited about entertainment news, and be able to supply write samples.
Five Entry-Level Jobs That Need Amazing Applicants
Ralph Lauren. Print Design Development Assistant, Wovens.
Ralph Lauren Corporation is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. They are seeking a Print Design Development Assistant to assist in the daily functions of the print design department from initial concept to line completion. Responsibilities include assisting on research appointments, participating in design meetings, communicating with international production teams, checking in with research rentals, and more. Applicants should have 2-3 years’ experience in related design, possess strong communication skills, and an understanding of textile design. Knowledge of men’s design and wovens, and web PDM are pluses.
Macmillan Publishing. Editorial Assistant – Palgrave Macmillan.
Macmillan is one of the largest English-language media companies, publishing a wide range of books, magazines, and digital products and its American publishers include Farrar, Straus and Giroux, Henry Holt & Company, Palgrave Macmillan, and more. They are looking for a motivated editorial assistant to join its academic editorial team, helping the Editor responsible for commissioning in Development, International Relations, and World Politics. Responsibilities include soliciting, monitoring, and processing peer reviews of manuscripts and proposals, processing contracts, managing authors through the process, preparing manuscripts for transmittal to book production, liaising with authors, editors, and internal departments, and more. Applicants should have experience at multitasking while working a fast-paced environment, possess exceptional organizational skills and interpersonal skills, the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, and keen proofreading skills. Previous publishing experience and familiarity with academia are desirable.
Warner Music Group. Assistant – Brand Partnerships.
Warner Music Group is home to a collection of the best-known record labels in the music industry including Atlantic, and Brand Partnerships is responsible for securing sponsorships and product placement deals with the Atlantic roster. They are seeking an assistant to provide administrative support, assist with the execution of parties and events with artist roster, be responsible for keeping track of all budgets and accounts for the department, and undertake research for potential opportunities. Applicants should be detail-oriented, meticulous, well-organized, be able to work in a fast-paced environment, passionate about music, possess knowledge of PowerPoint/Excel/Photoshop, and be a relationship builder and maintainer. Music/brand experience is a plus.
Chloe + Isabel. Sales Development Associate.
Chloe + Isabel is a fashion jewelry lifestyle brand devoted to empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs through social retail. Chloe + Isabel is seeking a Sales Development Associate to report to the Sales Development Manager, executing regional strategy, inspiring and motivating the merchandiser community, providing training and best practices for merchandisers, and more. Applicants should have a very strong understanding of how to drive sales, be comfortable working remotely, take direction, possess a desire to learn and grow, and be internet and tech-savvy.
Happify. Web Designer, Freelance.
Happify uses cutting-edge science and innovative technology to empower individuals to lead happier, more fulfilling lives. They are looking for a freelance web designer to work out of their SoHo office, designing web and mobile layouts and products. The Designer will be responsible for the creative development and production of related marketing and promotional materials. Ideal applicants should possess solid understanding of UX and responsive design, the ability to juggle multiple tasks, exceptional attention to detail, positive attitude, excellent communication, passion for tasteful, functional design. HTML/CSS skills are a plus.
