BYU Magazine

Description

Write news articles and profiles; conduct interviews; cover campus events; edit and proofread copy at all stages of production; contribute story ideas; fact check; and conduct research.

$11/hr

internships usually last two semesters

Qualifications

Writing/reporting skills

Substantive editing skills (deeper than proofreading and copyediting)

Familiarity with Chicago and AP styles

BYU student status for duration of internship

Application Process

send résumé and three samples of writing to Publications & Graphics, 218 UPB (north of Harman Building; use east entrance)

finalists will be called back for interviews and writing and editing tests

Covenant Communications, Inc.

Description

We select an in-house, unpaid intern once per semester (Fall, Winter, Summer).

Interns will be asked to evaluate manuscript submissions, copyedit, and proofread, with potential opportunity to typeset and substantive edit depending on skill.

We consider our best interns as prime candidates for hire when full-time or part-time positions open up.

Application deadlines are as follows:

Fall: August 1

Winter: December 1

Summer: April 1

Start and finish dates for each of the internships are flexible, but each internship will span approximately as follows:

Fall: September to December

Winter: January to April

Summer: May to August

Qualifications

Writing and editing background, with coursework that focuses on such. Interns do not need to be finished with their degree. We strongly base our decision on editing skill, perceived talent, and on interpersonal skills.

Application Process

Please submit a resume and cover letter to kirks@covenant-lds.com. Be sure to specify which semester's internship you're applying for (Fall, Winter, Summer).

Deseret Book

Description

Observe, learn, and participate as you follow the publishing process of a book—from the initial manuscript review to first draft edits to final proofreading to sending a completed book to press. In the process, you’ll assist with copy-to-copy proofreading, pre-press checks, and occasional “cold” proofreading (including children’s books). You may also write advertising copy (“blurbs”) for the covers of upcoming books.

Includes a $1,000 stipend to help cover travel and other related costs.

Qualifications

This internship is designed for English or Communication majors preferably in junior or senior level of coursework. Must have exceptional proofreading and communication skills and pass an in-house proofreading/editing test with a score of 85% or higher. Proficiency with MS Word and MS Excel is encouraged.

Application Process

Submit cover letter and resume to Andrea Barker at abarker@deseretbook.com.

International Development Internships

Description

Interns will work for NGOs and other non-profit organizations in countries in four areas of the world: South America, Central America, Africa, or Southeast Asia. Areas of work include public health, clinical health, engineering, microbusiness, education, and more. Duration is either a semester long or both spring and summer terms.

Qualifications

South and Central America interns require Spanish ability of at least 205 of the university level. Junior or Senior preferred, but not required.

Application Process

Apply online at kennedy.byu.edu. Upload a resume, 2 letters of recommendation, and a letter of intent. There is a $25 application fee. Strategy session/interview conducted after application is submitted.

More Good Foundation

Description

We have many websites that need to be refined and edited, and additional content is needed for our new sites. Some writing requires some Internet research on given topics. Other writing involves personal experiences. We would provide training, supervision, and feedback to help you refine your skills.Your hours would be flexible. We accept applicants on an ongoing basis.

Application Process

Please send a cover letter and short statement about your interest in this internship, along with one writing sample (school paper or some other written prose), to Karen Merkley, km@moregood.com. No phone calls please.

Western Governors University

Qualifications

Must be in the editing minor program.