INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS OFFICE NEWSLETTER

September 22, 2010

Published by the USC Career Planning & Placement Center

This weekly e-mail highlights interesting internship opportunities and other important information that will aid you in securing an internship! The internships listed below are just a sampling of what is available. For complete listings of all current internships, log on to connectSC at http://careers.usc.edu. New internships are added daily.

THE FALL CAREER FAIR IS TOMORROW!

The Career Fair will be held Thursday, September 23rd from 10:00 am – 2:30 pm on Trousdale Parkway. Log-in to connectSC to browse the list of companies attending the Career Fair.

COMPANY PROFILE EVENTS

During the academic semesters, we invite employers to conduct company presentations. We strongly recommend that you attend these information sessions to learn about different industries and organizations, as well as meet some of their key employees. Over the next week Mercer, Kraft Foods, FTI Consulting, Macy’s and more will be on campus holding events. Please click this link for more details, http://careers.usc.edu/eventcalendar/events/ or log-in to connectSC.

WALK-IN HOURS

The Internship Programs Office has daily walk-in hours, Monday through Friday from 9:00am-3:30pm. Stop by our office in STU B1 during our walk-in hours if you have a quick question about internships, connectSC or want to brainstorm workplace issues.

PAID INTERNSHIPS

§  Charles Dunn – Intern

The Charles Dunn Company is currently looking for an intern to work in the downtown Los Angeles property management department. Work schedule - minimum 8 hrs - maximum 20 hrs p/wk. Require set schedule, i.e., one full day (8hrs) or two (4 hr days), etc. Intern will prepare monthly reports for owners summarizing data and variances from the budget. Research and respond to various tenant, owner, and or vendor issues. Lease administration including maintenance of emergency information, insurance, and certificates, etc. Support portfolio manager with invoice coding. Abstract leases and set up tenant information. General administrative work as assigned. Possible property inspections w/senior manager. Special projects as assigned. Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office with strong proficiency in WORD and EXCEL. Good communication skills - both written and verbal. E-mail resume to:

§  Mattel – Global Sustainability Intern

The Global Sustainability Intern will work within the Corporate Responsibility Organization on tasks and projects primarily focused on Environmental, Health and Safety. This position will support the collection; monitoring and management of EHS related information to effectively manage associated risk at the El Segundo Campus. Additionally, this position will entail the data management, research and benchmarking for the implementation of key Global Sustainability programs, initiatives and strategies. Intern will conduct EHS campus inspections including SPCC, storm water and VOC. Assist Senior Engineers in the management and marketing of the El Segundo Rideshare Program in accordance with AQMD Rule 2202. Investigate Lost Day Incidences and injuries and work collaboratively with Senior Engineers to identify root cause and appropriate corrective actions. Assist with Industrial Hygiene sampling. Research and benchmark corporate resource reduction goals and strategies to support the Global Sustainability Make-It imperative. Assist in the migration of historical Sustainable Performance Indicator Data to the Corporate Responsibility Information Management System. Develop a system for the maintenance of EHS documentation and training records in accordance with federal, state and local regulatory requirements. Develop a checklist for eye-wash stations monitoring. Assist in updating the El Segundo Emergency Response Plan and training. Applicants must be working towards a bachelors of Science (EHS, Chemistry, Biology) - currently enrolled in an undergraduate program from an accredited university. Previous work, academic experience or interest in EHS or Industrial Hygiene. For a full internship description and application instructions log-in to connectSC and search for JobID 32182.

§  The Los Angeles Kings – Bailey’s Buddies Sales Intern (2 Openings, $10/hr)

The Bailey’s Buddies Sales Intern will work under the supervision of the Game Entertainment Supervisor for the Los Angeles Kings. The Bailey’s Buddies Sales Intern will assist in the coordination and execution of all aspects of the Bailey’s Buddies program. Intern will be responsible for processing and fulfilling all Bailey’s Buddies online orders. In addition, the Bailey’s Buddies Sales Intern will be responsible for tracking all completed sales and maintaining the inventory database. During games and events, the Bailey’s Buddies Sales Intern will facilitate the sale of membership kits. Will work in conjunction with the Bailey’s Buddies Sales Manager to complete sales deposits after the conclusion of a game or event. Must be available 12-15 hours per week from September through June. Please submit a current resume and cover letter directly to: . Please note the position for which you are appliying in your e-mail.

§  US-China Institute – US-China Today Magazine Editor ($12-13/hr)

The USC U.S. – China Institute is looking for a dynamic, self motivated and experienced graduate student editor (or junior/senior undergraduate) for one of its online magazines, US-China Today. USC students from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. US-China Today is a student-driven publication of the USC U.S. – China Institute. Like the Institute, the magazine focuses on the multidimensional and evolving U.S.-China relationship and on significant trends in contemporary China. The magazine offers coverage of and commentary on a wide range of political, economic, social, and cultural issues. The Editor will be part of an editorial team responsible for editing the magazine’s content and maintaining the website. Applicants should have editorial/journalism experience, either from coursework or prior internships, knowledge of AP style, and the ability to edit. Interest in and knowledge of U.S.-China relations and contemporary Chinese studies is preferred. An interest in furthering a career in journalism is also preferred, as you will receive the opportunity to grow and develop in a mentoring environment. The Editor will work under the direct supervision of the U.S. – China Institute Associate Director and Program Manager. It is expected that the Editor exercise a high degree of independence, drawing upon a variety of resources available both within the University and elsewhere to obtain timely information and to resolve problems. Past journalistic/editorial experience a major plus. Interest in China and U.S.-China relations also helpful. For a full internship description and application instructions log-in to connectSC and search for JobID 31965.

§  USC Human Resources – Graduate Recruiting Intern (2 Openings, $12/hr)

Under the direction of an HR Manager, the HR Graduate Intern will provide support in the areas of recruiting, on-boarding, file maintenance, performance management and special projects. This position will help drive the recruiting process including creating new job postings in PeopleAdmin, reviewing resumes, sourcing qualified candidates from job boards, corresponding with applicants, conducting phone screens and face-to-face interviews, creating interview schedules, and developing a candidate pool. Interns will participate in training sessions to develop essential recruiting skills, learn recruiting systems/software and become familiar with state and federal laws pertinent to recruitment. No previous Human Resources experience necessary. Must have previous office experience. Must be comfortable cold-calling job applicants on the phone. Intermediate knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as the ability to learn the recruitment system is required. A desire to learn the fundamentals of recruiting is necessary. Must be highly organized, work in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and solid communication skills are a requirement. Business and Communications M.A.s are preferred. Duration of program: September 1st - December 3rd. Minimum Hours: 30-40 per week. Student Status: Must be a FULL-TIME GRADUATE STUDENT ( 4 units or more). Dress Code: Business Casual. Potential opportunity to continue through the spring. Please send resume and cover letter to: Please make the subject of your e-mail: Human Resources Intern Program -- YOUR NAME.

UNPAID INTERNSHIPS

§  Wafflehaus – Various Internships (see descriptions below)

Wafflehaus Media provides comprehensive online marketing solutions to meet the growing demand for local and regional online internet searches. Our team consists of internet marketing gurus, web developers, and business-minded professionals who are passionate about delivering BIG marketing results to businesses throughout the United States and Canada. All applications are due by OCTOBER 7th, 2010 @ 12PM EST. Must be a junior/ senior level status with a GPA above 3.0. This internship is unpaid, allows you to work from anywhere, and requires 8-10 hours per week.

Public Relations Manager Internship: As the Public Relations Manager at Wafflehaus Media, your role will be to increase our brand awareness, create a favorable brand image and enhance the reputation of Wafflehaus Media both online and offline. Your goal is to build our brand credibility, reach new audiences, increase awareness, and generate buzz. Intern will develop a Press Kit or Media Kit. Issue Press Releases to online and offline media outlets (HARO, E-zine Articles). Comment and write guest posts on industry related blogs. Research, investigate and contact new media outlets to further our Public Relations Strategy. Provide detailed reporting to show inbound traffic increases and SEO links with Google Analytics. We encourage the following majors to apply: Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, Journalism, Communication, English, Creative Writing, Management, Entrepreneurship, Business, Information Technology. Self-starter, motivated, excellent communication skills and an entrepreneurial spirit. Must love utilizing the Internet and using a computer! Bonus points for applicants that have experience with: Writing Articles, Issuing Press Releases, Managing Social Media, Blogging, Developing Brand Strategy. Send your resume and cover letter to with “Public Relations Manager” in the subject line.

Viral Video Ninja Internship: As the Viral Video Ninja at Wafflehaus Media, your role will be to research, film, produce, and edit interesting, engaging, and funny viral video content for Wafflehaus Media. Your goal is to increase traffic to the Wafflehaus Media website, build our brand following, engage with the online community, and educate local businesses about internet marketing. Research and create 6-8 short videos over the 12 week internship. Collaborate with the Public Relations Manager and Social Media Manager to develop and market unique video content. We value living over working and you should too. Being stuck in a cubicle from 9-5 is overrated. This fall you have the opportunity to become a glorified coffee gopher or intern at an emerging internet marketing company. We encourage effectiveness vs. efficiency. We applaud outside-the-box thinkers. Come discover your passions, unleash your true potential and learn how to utilize some pretty sweet technology to start your own venture. All film, design, and media majors are encouraged to apply. Self-starter, motivated, excellent communication skills and a creative spirit.Must love editing and producing videos. Bonus points for applicants that have experience with: Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, After Effects, iMovie, Photoshop, YouTube, Developing Brand Strategy. Send your resume and cover letter to with “Viral Video Ninja” in the subject line.

Social Media Manager Internship: As the Social Media Manager at Wafflehaus Media, your role will be to attract new clients and customers by building our online presence through the use of social media marketing. Your goal is to build our brand following, engage with the online community, and educate local businesses about internet marketing. Grow our Twitter following and interact with the Twitter community. Build our Facebook fan base, start conversations, and interact with the community. Start discussions, create polls, and manage groups on LinkedIn. Aggregate and share fresh and relevant content from industry and thought leaders. Expand our social media strategy by researching and testing the latest industry techniques. Provide detailed reporting with leading social media performance metrics. We encourage the following majors to apply: Marketing, Advertising, Communication, English, Creative Writing, Management, Entrepreneurship, Business, Information Technology. Self-starter, motivated, excellent communication skills and an entrepreneurial spirit. Must love utilizing the Internet and using a computer! Bonus points for applicants that have experience with: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, WordPress/Blogging. Send your resume and cover letter to with “Social Media Manager” in the subject line.

Creative SEO Blogger Intern: As the Creative SEO Blogger at Wafflehaus Media, your role will be to research and create interesting and engaging content for Wafflehaus Media. Your goal is to increase traffic to the Wafflehaus Media website, build our brand following, engage with the online community, and educate local businesses about internet marketing. Write atleast three 400+ word SEO friendly articles a week. Research trending articles and build a list of blog topics and SEO keywords to target. Collaborate with the Public Relations Manager and Social Media Manager to develop unique weekly content (Press Releases, E-Zine Articles, PDF Reports). Search Engine Optimize (SEO) Ad-Copy on the Wafflehaus website and blog. We encourage the following majors to apply: Creative Writing, English, Journalism, Marketing, Advertising, Communication, Management, Entrepreneurship, Business, Information Technology. Self-starter, motivated, excellent communication skills and an entrepreneurial spirit. Must love utilizing the Internet and using a computer! Bonus points for applicants that have experience with: Blogging, Writing Articles, Issuing Press Releases, Developing Brand Strategy. Send your resume and cover letter to with “Social Media Manager” in the subject line.

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