New Media Internship

The Immigration Policy Center (IPC), the research and policy arm of the American Immigration Council, is seeking a New Media Intern to assist with its online presence and social networking capacity. Applicants should possess strong communications and new media skills, as well as a passion for the future of immigration.

Responsibilities include:

• Updating IPC website, blog and publications
• Blog/new media outreach
• Archiving media clips
• Generating dialogue in social networking spaces
• Gathering and maintaining media contact lists (relevant websites, blogs, print, audio and visual media)
• Integrating new media technologies into IPC's communication strategies
• Supporting staff as needed

Qualifications and Skills

• Interest in immigration
• Basic HTML skills preferred, but not required
• Understanding of blog culture and new media world
• Basic Wordpress and blogging skills
• Familiar with a wide-range of online social networks and new media technologies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Student working on BS/BA or MS/MA degree in Communication/Journalism/New Media or related field with a strong interest in immigration
• Sense of humor a must

Compensation
Non-paid, school credit available

Schedule
Flexible, preferably 3-4 days a week

Duration
Five to Six Months

Application Procedure
Application process is rolling. Please send us a resume and cover letter stating your knowledge of and experience with new media—including relevant classes and related work experience.  Your cover letter should also demonstrate your interest in immigration and what you hope to gain from this internship.

Supporting Material (optional)
Please supply any relevant supporting materials—such as writing samples or samples of new media projects.

Submit cover letter, resume and any supporting material to:
Seth Hoy ([email protected])

*Please also label your email with “New Media Internship – [Your Name]” in the subject line.