Thursday, February 28, 2008

Internship Writing, Reporting, Marketing, Editorial

Job Location: All Indiana
Job Title: Online Content Writer for IraqiExponent.com

Job Description: IraqiExponent.com, a news site that keeps its coverage focused on major issues not reported by the mass media. Our opinions free for all, offers an unpaid telecommuting position. We are looking to hire more employees and are looking for a candidate to hire via the intern process. We offer interns the opportunity to work independently, while receiving guidance from our editors, on varied assignments. These may include researching and writing articles, opinions, and taking part in discussions on our message board. The intern would be able to help shape his or her own position with IraqiExponent.com, so that both our organization and s/he are able to reach our goals. The schedule is very flexible, and we can adjust your workload according to how much time you can commit.

Qualifications: We are looking in particular for someone interested in developing skills as a writer/editor, specifically of online content. Important qualifications include: solid writing ability -- writing samples will be requested (English major or minor a plus); excellent proofreading skills, and high communication skills; some knowledge of internet research via search engines will be very helpful; interest in news and politics; ability to work independently; knowledge of (or willingness to learn about) online communities, in particular message boards/forums; organization skills; and, hopefully, a sense of humor, curiosity and enthusiasm!

How to Apply: First, please visit http://IraqiExponent.com and read some of the articles on the front page; this may help you see whether our topics and format interest you. If so, send an email describing your background (school, hobbies, work) and your hopes for what this internship might provide. What are your career goals? Include the usual info about when you can start, whether you're comfortable working independently (with guidance from us, of course), and how much time you feel you can commit. Finally, please attach two or three writing samples.

Contact e-mail: John Segovia john@iraqiexponent.org

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