See below a summer internship opportunity from Prime Publishing. If you are selected, contact Professor Chris Green, cgreen1@depaul.edu, to register for course credit.

About Us:

Prime Publishing LLC is seeking Editorial Interns for the summer. We are a leading Internet Media Company that operates web site communities, e-mail newsletters, and e-commerce stores in niche areas such as crafting, home décor, healthy eating, and cooking. With a flexible and scalable platform, Prime Publishing operates a rapidly growing network of web sites that offers consumers the ability to get inspired, share information through extensive online communities, and make informed purchasing decisions.

Details:

The internship is set up as a hands-on 12-week learning experience. Each intern will be mentored by a full-time Editor and will learn about various aspects of digital publishing such as creating SEO-driven content, social media, blogger outreach, analytics, and email marketing. Our goal is to not only teach skills, but to also provide opportunities to work on real projects, as well.

Interns will be expected to work a minimum of 10 hours a week. Hours worked per week can be scheduled around the student’s class schedule. Interns will either make minimum wage, or will earn college credit for their internship.

Qualifications:

– College student, preferably with English or Journalism concentration or equivalent experience
– Basic understanding of HTML and online media
– Strong writing, editing, research, communication, and management skills
– Detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines effectively and multitask
– Interest in and/or experience with women’s lifestyle content

To Apply:

Send your cover letter, resume with overall and/or major GPA, dates available for internship, and writing sample to career.prime@primecp.com and please include “Editorial Intern Position EI-5″ as the subject line of your email. We prefer an in-person interview, so please indicate first dates available for an in-person interview. Interview by Skype is also an option.

We are located in Northbrook, IL, minutes from I-94 (Edens) and I-294 (Tri-state Tollway). All positions are based in our office; no telecommuting options are available. Pre-Employment background check required. EOE/M/F/D/V