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BEFORE applying for any of the following internships, contact and meet with Internship Coordinator Chuck Kaufman (kaufman@txstate.edu). If you wish to receive course credit for an internship, see Shelley Holmes to complete the necessary SJMC internship form. You also may download the internship template (above). LAST UPDATED: June 13, 2008.
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BOOST SAN MARCOS
Paid internship with SMCVB
The San Marcos Convention and Vistor Bureau is seeking a paid summer intern to assist in promoting community and tourist events along with other tourism promotion related job duties. Contact Angela Boland, San Marcos Convention & Visitor Bureau, 202 N. C.M. Allen Pkwy., San Marcos, Texas 78666, (512) 393-5900. Visit www.toursanmarcos.com.

GREATER AUSTIN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations, New Media
The Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce has several unpaid fall internships in its Communications Department. Interns will research and update publications and the Chamber Web site; fact check for articles and reports; enter data; write articles and news releases; call on media; prepare reports and other materials for the Communications Council and Board of Directors; and, among performing many other tasks, assist in preparation for news conferences and communications events. Students need excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office. HTML, Adobe Photoshop or Quark are a plus. Good writing and oral skills essential. You must be able to work well in a team atmosphere. Send cover letter and resume to Amanda Sablatura, vice president of communications, at asablatura@austinchamber.com by Aug. 15. Internships run generally from Sept. 4 to Dec. 15, 15 to 20 hours a week.

PAID SUMMER INTERNSHIP
The Muscular Dystrophy Association is seeking graduate students, graduating seniors or undergraduates entering their Junior or Senior years studying public relations, communications, journalism, advertising or marketing to coordinate regional public relations efforts for special events, fundraisers, public service campaigns and the 2008 Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon. Qualified candidates will possess strong writing and communication skills, be self-motivated and be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Experience in writing press releases, media advisories and pitching material to the news media is a plus. Regional Public Affairs Coordinators' positions in Texas are available in Dallas, San Antonio and Houston. The summer internship runs from 12 to 16 weeks, depending on individual school schedules; salary starts at $350 per week. Interns will receive training, direction and support from MDA’s regional and national offices. For more information about MDA, visit www.mda.org. For more information and to apply online, visit www.mdainternships.org. A cover letter, resume and writing sample will be required to complete the application. Contact: Roxan Olivas, Assistant Director of Public Information, Muscular Dystrophy Association, 3300 E. Sunrise Drive, Tucson, Ari. 85718, publicinformation@mdausa.org.

RESEARCH INTERN AT T3
Advertising
T3 is looking for a Research Intern for the Spring 2008 semester. This is a part-time, paid internship that will start in January 2008 and continue through the Spring. This intern will work alongside the agency's research team and will provide essential research needed to advance client business and new business opportunities within the agency. As a research intern you will analyze, interpret, and summarize emerging trends in the advertising industry. Other responsibilities include uploading research onto the company’s Intranet and distributing research findings to agency partners. This individual must possess a thirst for knowledge, the ability to multi-task, the ability to absorb, summarize and write about research data, and be up-to-date on the latest Internet trends. Candidate should also be able to take instructions and run with them, working independently on an assignment. He or she must have a comfortable level of proficiency in Internet research tools, Outlook and Excel. Hours can be set around your class schedule and are expected to be about 10-15 hours a week. Along with your resume, include a cover letter that indicates when you're available to start as well as desired number of hours per week. Candidates may submit their resumes and apply online at http://careers.t-3.com (Job #: 35668)

BE ONE OF JERRY'S KIDS
Public Relations, Advertising
The Muscular Dystrophy Association is seeking students to coordinate regional public relations efforts for special events, fundraisers, public service campaigns and the 2008 Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon. Successful candidates will work as Regional Public Affairs Coordinators from one of MDA's offices. The offices in Texas are in San Antonio, Dallas and Houston. The summer internship lasts 12 to 16 weeks, with salaries starting at $350 per week. To apply online, visit www.mdainternships.org. A cover letter, resume and writing sample will be required to complete the application. For more information visit www.mda.org.

DALLAS: TRACYLOCKE
Advertising

TracyLocke is looking for 15-20 advertising and marketing students for a paid summer internship program. The program begins June 2 and ends Aug. 1. Interns are paid $8 an hour. One day will be spent rotating through different aspects of agency life; three and a half days will work within an assigned department/group. Interns will spend a day shadowing managers to see how the components of an agency fit together. Interns spend the final two weeks of the program working on a real-world assignment, which will be presented to a leadership team, mentors and, potentially, clients. Resumes due at the end of February, but interviews begin in January. Get in early to make first impressions. Send resumes to TracyLocke, 1999 Bryan Street, Suite 2800, Dallas, Texas 75201. For more information contact robin.marco@tracylocke.com or dallasrecruiting@tracylocke.com.

LOOKING AHEAD TO 2009
10 Weeks, Paid
The American Association of Advertising Agencies offers the Multicultural Advertising Intern Program (MAIP) for Asian-American, Latino, African-American, Native American or multiracial students. Students accepted into the program work at real advertising agencies, take on real job responsibilities, and learn from real-world business situations and industry professionals. Students selected for the annual 10-week paid summer internship program (June to mid-August) will hone their skills in one of the following advertising disciplines: Account Management, Art Direction, Copywriting, Broadcast/Print Production, Digital/Interactive Technologies, Media Planning/Buying, New Business, Public Relations and Strategic/Account Planning. Students must have a minimum 3.0, but students with a GPA of 2.7 to 2.9 must complete an additional essay to apply. Last year, 151 students participated. The deadline for summer 2008 has passed, but it’s not too early to starting thinking about summer 2009. Visit www.aaaa-maip.org/apply.php for more information.

VIEWPOINT IN AUSTIN
Advertising, New Media
Unicast by Viewpoint is looking for a dynamic individual to work with its advertising operations group to create localized ad demos for the sales and marketing team, research and document publisher advertising specs and assist client services representatives with management of advertising campaigns. The position is open to all undergraduate students interested in advertising, marketing, and online technologies. The ideal candidate will have an interest in learning about the day-to-day operations of a leading internet marketing technology company, proficiency in internet mechanics, HTML, Photoshop and MS Word, high computer literacy, attention to detail, and a desire to be part of a winning team. Please apply via email to hr-recruiting@viewpoint.com and place the position title in the subject line. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls please.

HEALTH & MEDICAL
Public Relations & Advertising
Fall, Spring, Summer
The Central Texas Medical Center seeks two interns to work 20 hours a week. Interns will help plan and complete a variety of projects while learning professional skills. Self-starting interns will assist the director and coordinators with ongoing tasks -- writing news releases, organizing content for various publications, proofreading office materials, etc.; assist with planning and setting up for hospital and community events; attend a variety of departmental and committee meetings.; represent the Marketing/PR office with visitors, clients and community members. Strong writing and proofreading skills a must. Basic knowledge of Excel, Word and e-mail software required; familiarity with InDesign and Photoshop a plus. Deadline for the spring internship is Dec. 1.

VERSATILE AGENCY IN SAN ANTONIO
Advertising, Public Relations
Guerra DeBerry Coody of San Antonio has several unpaid internship for the fall semester. Kate Skelley, GDC account coordinator, says the full-service agency is located in the heart of downtown San Antonio. Interns can expect to get involved in a variety of areas, including account service/marketing, creative/graphic design, copywriting, public relations, promotions and broadcast. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook is essential. Send a cover letter and resume to Ms. Skelley at kskelley@gdc-co.com. GDC is located at 122 E. Houston St., Second Floor, San Antonio, Texas 78205. For more information call (210) 223-2772.

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION / Austin
Journalism, Public Relations, Advertising, New Media
One of the nation's great nonprofit organizations offers an unpaid internship but a great opportunity to gain experience and course credit. Interns will work with Pat Byrum, corporate marketing director. Those of you who’ve expressed interest in event planning will benefit from working on several programs and events, including the Heart Ball, Go Red and a fall golf tournament. Send a cover letter and resume immediately to Pat Byrum at pat.byrum@heart.org.

DESIGNING JOB IN LAMPASAS
Journalism, CommDes, Advertising
Now accepting applications for advertising graphic designer with award-winning, Central Texas semi-weekly newspaper. Job duties include building advertisements in PageMaker 7.0, Photoshop and other graphic design programs, scanning photographs and some page layout and design. Previous newspaper experience helpful. Benefits include paid vacation, Scott & White health insurance and dental insurance. Please send resume, references and samples of work to Jim Lowe, Editor, Lampasas Dispatch Record, Box 631, Lampasas, TX 76550 or e-mail: jlowe@lampasas.com. No phone calls, please.

CREATIVE CIVILIZATION, an Aguilar-Girard Agency
Advertising / Media Buying for summer and fall
Creative Civilization, an Aguilar/Girard Agency offers an advertising student an opportunity to create media plans that will have an immediate impact in San Antonio. Interns will phone media vendors for rate information; assist in developing media plans for the general and Hispanic markets, utilizing various media (radio, television, print and outdoor); gathering research information for RFPs and current clients; and participate in brainstorming sessions, among other duties. Candidates must be creative, dependable, professional; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; have strong organization skills and the ability to “multitask.” The intern also should be a self-starter, seek solutions and have great phone etiquette skills. The position is unpaid but can count toward credit. Submit your resume in a Microsoft Word Document or PDF to Missy Rodriguez at mrodriguez@creativecivilization.com. No phone calls please. Creative Civilization is located on the second floor of 106 Auditorium Circle, San Antonio, 78205

AAF INTERNSHIP JOBLINE
Advertising
The 10th Distriction of the American Ad Federation offers an internship JobLine FREE on its website: www.aaf10.com. Check the website often as listings are added regularly. Look for available internships during all seasons in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana.

SPORTS/MUSIC MANAGEMENT
Public Relations, Advertising
Capital Sports & Entertainment is an integrated management and marketing firm providing services to athletes, artists, events and entertainment brands. CSE creates, manages and brands properties as well as implements and executes sponsorship sales and activation programs. Among clients: Lance Armstrong and Robert Earl Keen. Visit planetcse.com for more information.

AUSTIN MUSIC
Public Relations/Advertising
The Austin Music Marketing Office promotes Austin as the Live Music Capital of the World®. The diversity of Austin music, whether it's blues, rock and Latino or jazz, classical and country, helps bring millions visitors to Austin's 200 live music venues each year. The office connects meeting and event planners with nearly 2,000 musical acts in the city through Hire an Austin Musician program; encourages meeting and event planners to utilize live music venues as alternative event sites; acts as a liaison between the music community and city government to help ensure the success of Austin's $600 million music industry. Candidates interested in interning at the Austin Music Office should send a cover letter and resume to Rose Reyes, director, the Austin Music Office, 301 Congress Avenue, Ste. 200, Austin, Texas 78701, (512)583-7230, rreyes@austintexas.org

HISPANIC MARKET
Advertising
LatinWorks (www.latinworks.com) is always looking for talented and qualified individuals to become part of its team. Answer the questions on the form, following the link below, and attach a copy of your resume. http://www.latinworks.com/new_latin4/index.html

VIDEO PRODUCTION
Broadcast and Advertising / Fall, Spring, Summer
AMS Production Group (www.amspg.com), with studios in Dallas and Austin has internships for broadcasting and advertising students. Contact Kelly Kaelin of AMS in Dallas (972) 818-7400.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Public Relations & Advertising / Fall, Spring, Summer
The San Marcos Chamber of Commerce is offering unpaid internships for PR and advertising students. Expect to produce collateral materials and create a variety of digital communications -- web support, blogs, electronic newsletters. Contact: Phyllis Hunt, president of the San Marcos Chamber of Commerce.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Public Relations & Advertising / Fall, Spring, Summer
The San Marcos Convention and Visitors Bureau is offering unpaid internships for PR and advertising students. Expect to produce flyers, news releases, post events on websites and other media and to assist with events. Contact: Angela Boland (cvb@sanmarcostexas.com).

MUSEUMS
Public Relations & Advertising
Fall, Spring, Summer
Work this spring at the Bob Bullock Texas History Museum. Internship applications are available through the State Preservation Board. Download at www.tspb.state.tx.us/spb/spb/intern/intern.htm. Robert Hicks handles the PR internships; Shaady Ghadessy, marketing specialist, handles marketing/advertising positions.

PUBLIC TELEVISION / Austin
Broadcast, Public Relations, Advertising
KLRU, creators and producers of such programs as Austin City Limits and Texas Monthly Talks, offers unpaid internships for all semesters in a variety of departments, among them: Corporate Support; Events; Grants and Research. Check the website for qualifications for each internship. Interns work a minimum of 12 hours per week or 150 hours per semester. Individual departments will/can customize job descriptions and hours work to meet their specific needs. Applicants should submit cover letter and resume to: Sona Shah, Development Associate, P.O. Box 7158, Austin, TX 78713. Production intern candidates should contact: JJ Weber, Broadcast Operations Manager, at the above mailing address or at jweber at klru.org. Application deadline for the spring internship is Oct. 25; for the summer, March 15. Deadline for the fall 2007 internship has passed (May 15). Note it for next year.

NATIONAL PUBLIC RADIO (NPR)
All Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations
Deadline for summer internships with National Public Radio (NPR) in Washington, D.C., or Culver City, CA, is Feb. 15. (http://www.npr.org/about/jobs/intern/). See the website for applications. They should be sent to: National Public Radio, Human Resources Department 635 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20001. Fax (202) 513-3047. Applicants should choose among the following internship opportunities (see website for qualifications): All Things Considered; All Songs Considered; the Arts and Entertainment Desk; Audience and Corporate Research; Audio Engineering; Communications/Creative Design; Communications/Publicity and Events; Communications/Public and Media Relations; Corporate Communications; Corporate Sponsorship; Day to Day Show; Development; Digital Media, Editorial; Digital Media, Technical; Executive Producer, Intern Edition; Member & Program Services/Station Relations; Music Unit Internship; National Desk; New (African-American) Show with Michel Martin; News and Notes; NPR Labs; On-Air Fundraising and Promotion; Ombudsman Internship: Radio Expeditions, co-produced by NPR and the National Geographic Society; Science Desk; Talk of the Nation; Washington Desk; Weekend Edition, Saturday; and Weekend Edition, Sunday Internship. Questions about the internship should be sent to: internship@npr.org.

IDEA CITY
Advertising, Broadcast, Public Relations
GSD&M offers internships in the following pertinent categories: Account Service, Broadcast, Business Development/PR, Creative, Creative Project Management, Marketplace Planning and Media. Junior and senior students apply by visiting gsdm.com (click Careers) and completing the agency's online application. GSD&M internships are part-time and paid.

TEXAS MONTHLY
Journalism, Advertising, New Media
The award-winning publication offers unpaid internships each semester in various areas at its Austin home. It also offers advertising internships in its Houston, Dallas and New York offices. In Austin, internships are available in advertising, custom publishing, editorial, marketing services, new media, production and marketing/advertising research. Candidates interested in gaining valuable experience in any of these departments should send a resume and cover letter to: Internship Coordinator, Texas Monthly, P.O. Box 1569, Austin, Texas 78767-1569; fax to (512) 476-9007; or e-mail to: internships@texasmonthly.com. Please specify which department noted above interests you.

ADVERTISING AGENCIES
Sicola Martin
The fall and spring internship programs at this award-winning Austin ad agency run for 15 weeks each and interns must work 12 hours per week for a total of 180 hours in order to receive a completion and/or class credit for the internship. The summer internship program runs 12 weeks and interns must work 15 hours per week for a total of 180 hours in order to receive a completion and/or class credit for the summer internship. Interns will receive a monetary stipend upon successful completion of the program. To apply for an internship position, send a cover letter of interest with your resume attached to: internship@sicolamartin.com. Interviews for the fall intern session begin in July, so hurry! Interviews for the spring intern session begin in November. Interviews for summer internships begin in April. Questions? Contact: Skye Osborne, Intern Program Coordinator, internship@sicolamartin.com.

GET YOUR MOTOR RUNNING
Advertising
Makos Advertising of Austin (www.makos.com) lists NASCAR, Lone Star Beer and Wilsonart Flooring among its clients. Students should send cover letters and resumes and prepare to present a portfolio to Cara Patterson, Makos Advertising, 720 Brazos Street, Suite 800, Austin, Texas 78701, (512) 469-5900. E-mail: internships@makos.com.

THE DAVIS GROUP
Still open for the summer
'Looking for junior and senior advertising students interested in media planning. The media internship, which is unpaid, is an extensive introduction to "the real world" of media planning and buying. An intern will assist full-time media planners/buyers, helping with vendor relations, media research, flowcharts, preliminary planning and schedule reconciliation. Interns will learn the media planning and buying software program used by 90 percent of the top U.S. agencies as well as gain general planning and buying skills in every Texas market. We encourage that interns work approximately 12 hours per week. Contact Stephanie Freed at (512) 851-8500 or sfreed@thedavisgrouptx.com.

STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION
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For more information about internships with the Student Conservation Association, please visit www.thesca.org or e-mail Tanner Snell, recruiting coordinator at tsnell@thesca.org to arrange a meeting.

MULTICULTURAL ADVERTISING INTERN PROGRAM
Deadline: Dec. 7, 2007
The American Association of Advertising Agencies (AAAA) offers a 10-week
paid summer internship at real-world advertising agencies. MAIP interns gain practical work experience and establish key industry contacts in pursuit of full-time jobs after graduation. Internships are available in: Account Management, Art Direction, Copy Writing, Broadcast/Print Production, Media Planning/Buying, Public Relations, Strategic/Account Planning, Digital/Interactive Technologies. Graduate students, seniors and juniors should visit www.aaa-maip.org for more information and to download an application, which must be received by 4 p.m. Dec. 7, 2007.

THE HISPANIC MARKET
Advertising, Public Relations
Bromley Communications is a full service advertising agency located in San Antonio. Internships are available to junior and senior level students completing studies in the following areas: Advertising, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Finance, Journalism, Spanish and Radio TV-Film. Internships coincide with the semester schedule, (Spring, Summer or Fall), and range in hours from 10-20 per week, dependent on the course requirements. Internships are available in all major disciplines, with the majority served in the following departments: Account Service, Media, Broadcast Production, Finance, Creative, Public Relations, Promotions, Research & Strategic Planning. Skills Required: Basic computer skills, but should be somewhat proficient with or have a working knowledge of different computers in the following areas: Account Service - MSWord, Powerpoint, Excel, especially familiar with spreadsheets; Creative - Mac Programs, such as Photoshop, QuarkXpres, Adobe Illustrator, Indesign; Public Relations - Excel & Access; Public Relations prefers bilingual, but will make exception for strong PR background candidates. Contact: Bromley Communications, 401 East Houston Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205,(210) 244-2199, www.bromleyvill.com.

SXSW 2008
Public Relations, Advertising, Electronic and New Media
The South by Southwest Music and Film Festival offers unpaid internships for its international megaevent in the following areas. SXSWeek traditionally falls during Spring Break for most colleges.
* Hospitality/Planning/OOT Volunteer Coordinator Internship;
* New Media Internship;
* SXSW Events Internship;
* Registration Internship;
* Interactive Internship;
* Studio SX Coordinator Internship
The Volunteer Department seeks an individual who has an interest in marketing, sales, planning, hospitality and volunteer coordination for our out-of-town volunteers. Flexibility is key in this position. One day you could be dressing up to meet with a client and the next you’ll be dressing down to coordinate a moving team. We are seeking an individual that will represent SXSW in a professional manner. Event knowledge, a pleasant personality and FileMaker Pro skills are a plus! A 10-20 hour commitment is required during the week and there will be occasional weekend meetings closer to the event. Full-time availability is required during SXSWeek (March 7-16). SXSWeek traditionally falls during Spring Break for most colleges.

New Media interns will be responsible for logging, editing, encoding and scanning media to be placed on the SXSW Web site. The individual must be Mac capable to encode film trailers and festival coverage. The intern will gain first hand experience using Final Cut Pro to edit video clips from footage shot during the event. Candidate must be comfortable supervising teams of volunteers. Twenty hours a week is required from January to March 2008 and full-time availability during SXSWeek (March 7-16). During SXSWeek, the intern will help run an editing suite and camera crew. After the event, the time commitment will be light, however the weeks leading up to SXSW 2008 will be filled with many time-sensitive projects.

The Events intern is a detail-oriented individual to assist in the planning and executing of day parties during the 2008 conference. Candidate must be a creative, highly motivated multi-tasker with strong written and verbal abilities. Strong computer skills are essential and experience with Filemaker and Excel are a plus. Prior event planning experience is required. Duties include client contact, vendor negotiation, catering coordination, and all other event details. Individual will work 10-20 hours per week and full time during the conference (March 7-16).

SXSW is seeking several interns to assist the Registration staff for SXSW 2008. Individuals interested in this position will be friendly, detail oriented, organized, and reliable. The Registration staff prepares and supports registrants prior to and during SXSW. Strong customer service skills, excellent verbal and written skills and patience are essential. Other necessary qualifications include knowledge of Mac OS, FileMaker, Excel, and proficient email and telephone skills. Other duties will be assigned closer to the event. Applicants should be available 10-20 hours a week, with full time availability during the event (March 6-15 2008).

An individual for the interactive internship will be responsible for working in multiple areas of the Interactive Department's productions, including web development and web marketing. Individuals interested in this position need be creative, passionate, have knowledge of web trends, reliable, self-directed and organized. This position requires experience in CSS, HTML, Photoshop/Illustrator, Filemaker (or similar) and general Mac OS. This position runs mid-Sept through mid-April. Hours are flexible/negotiable.

What is Studio SX? Studio SX is an interview studio built inside the SXSW Trade Show at the Austin Convention Center. Interviews and "conversations" are conducted between notable participants of the SXSW Conferences. Candidates include: industry executives, filmmakers, actors, producers, directors, authors, agents, web designers, media, web/software developer, radio personalities, artists, managers, agents, label reps and related businesses participating in the trade show. Coordinator will collect prospects names, make calls/send email invitations, match up interviewer/interviewee combinations, set interview date/time, confirm schedules, greet and introduce participants to each other, introduce candidates to Studio SX Production Coordinator, compile summary of discussion, obtain release form signatures, assist and support other Studio SX Coordinator, write thank-you cards following the conference. A person seeking this position should have strong communication skills (phone/email interpersonal), ability to work independently, detail oriented, dependable, and punctual. Candidate should also have knowledge of Word, Excel, FileMaker and web research skills. Contact Tami Stout, tami@sxsw.com or Matt Crawford, crawford@sxsw.com for inquiries.

BOBCAT ATHLETICS MARKETING TEAM
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The Athletic Marketing Team is a group of undergraduate and graduate students interested in sports marketing and game operations. The Team has many opportunities for students interested in gaining hands-on experience and being a part of Bobcat sports. As a member you work directly with the Texas State University Athletic Department and the 16 NCAA Division 1 intercollegiate sport programs at the university. The Team¹s responsibilities include marketing, game operations and presentation, group ticket sales and special event planning and production. In addition to being an important part of Bobcat Athletics, The Team hears from guest speakers in the sports marketing and administration fields, takes trips to learn how other intercollegiate and professional teams operate and has the opportunity to travel with the department to conference tournaments and competitions. If you are interested in a career in sports marketing, event planning, game or facility operations or sports administration and would like more information about The Team please contact Peggy Stephens, external operations coordinator, at (512) 245-1827 or via e-mail at ms67@txstate.edu.

LANCE ARMSTRONG FOUNDATION, Austin
Public Relations, Advertising
Deadline for a spring internship to the Lance Armstrong Foundation in Austin is Nov. 15. The marketing/communications internship runs from Jan. 21 to May. 2. A summer internship begins June 5 and continues through Aug. 2. Application deadline for the summer is April 15. Applicants should have an interest in learning about the workings of a nonprofit organization. They must be available to work 10-20 hours per week at the LAF offices in Austin. Applicants need a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as competency with the Internet and e-mail. Internships are available for marketing/communications, media relations and graphic design. Marketing interns will help the team in their efforts to build brand awareness and relevance, drive utilization to the LAF's survivorship services, capture/activate constituents and support the LAF's fundraising activities. Media Relations interns will also assist with projects involving constituent communications, writing and distributing press releases, media relations regarding special events, compiling press kits and various other public relations related tasks. Graphic Design interns will assist with the development and design of core LAF graphics, collateral, and event materials along with helping to design/develop core collateral updates. Interns will be able to attend project meeting and press checks. Interns must be proficient in basic design programs (Adobe Creative Suite, Quark Xpress). Writing/proofing skills are also required.

HAYS FREE PRESS, Kyle
Advertising sales executive
The Hays Free Press newspaper is looking for an enthusiastic individual with good phone and people skills to sell advertising. The position pays "a small base with a commission." The more you sell, the more you earn. E-mail your resume to Dan Slovak, advertising director, at dan@haysfreepress.com or call him at (512) 268-7862.

GANNETT CLASS OF 2008
Deadline Feb. 29
Gannett Co., Inc. (www.gannett.com) is accepting applications for the 2008 class of its award-winning Talent Development Program. More information and an application can be found at http://www.gannett.com/leadershipanddiversity/summer/ Participants will receive career guidance, feedback, mentoring and multiple layers of work experience. The program is open to undergraduate and graduate students. Gannett Co., Inc. publishes 85 daily newspapers in the USA, including USA TODAY. The company also owns nearly 1,000 nondaily publications in the USA and USA WEEKEND, a weekly newspaper magazine. Gannett also operates 23 television stations in the United States. The 2008 training program will begin with an orientation at Gannett's headquarters on June 5 - 6. Participants will be placed in fulltime positions at Gannett locations nationwide. Applications are due by February 29, 2008, for consideration for the program. All applicants will be notified by April 18, 2008 of their selection status. Questions: Adriana Brockman, Gannett Co., Inc.. College and Professional Recruiter, 7950 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, Va. 22107, www.gannett.com/career