In short, Aunt Wendy reminds us of the necessity of respecting our intenships by carrying ourselves in a professional & respectable manner at all times.  In the video we met Brandon, an intern who had just given her a thank you note on his last day as an intern for the show.  Brandon was alway on time, well dressed (word to Cooley High , lol) and most importantly he was well spoken of by everyone that he worked with on the show.  Consequentially, Brandon's left a lasting impression on Aunt Wendy and her staff and she would welcome the opportunity to work with him again.  And, BOOM!  Just like that, Brandon may just have scored himself a job after graduation.  It's that easy.  

The moral of the story is remember your brand.  Your work ethic and how you carry yourself speaks volumes about you and can really make or break you as you strive for your professional goals and aspirations. Every brand is known for something, good or bad. In this economy, we're all out here marketing ourselves.  Do all you can to ensure that your brand in well respected, otherwise your competition continuously will snuff you out.  This goes for students of all levels, it's never to early or to late to chase the career of your dreams. Identify and apply for internships and once hired, treat your internship like it's a real professional job. Why? Because that's what it is.  It's an opportunity for you to get some great practical experience and skill development in the field of your choosing. Honor your commitments, be punctual, dress neatly and appropriately, be polite, kind and courteous and be present in your position. Don't let anyone catch you slouching or lounging around, tweeting, napping, texting or any of that other foolishness. Be prompt in completing assignments and make yourself available to help as much as you can. It worked for Brandon and it's bound to work for you.   

Shoutout to Brandon and Aunt Wendy.  The After Show is one of my favorite YouTube Subscriptions.  

One of my favorite internship websites, www.InternAlert.com, posted a few great positions on their this week. The companies/organizations that posted these particular opportunities are seeking students with interest in careers in marketing, film/tv production and social media and web development. More information can be found below. Don’t miss the bus children.

The International Justice Project of Newark NJ is seeking a social media/web development intern to work with international criminal law attorney and diplomacy professionals on a variety campaigns and special projects/initiatives.  Interns will be compensated with college credit.  If interested email your resume and coverletter to ijp@internationaljusticeproject.com.

World renowned movie production company, Lionsgate is accepting applications for a theatrical marketing intern based in Santa Monica, CA.  The position is available immediately.  College students with interest in theatrical marketing are encouraged to apply.  Interns will gain first hand insight in the marketing and publicity of akk  Liongate’s theatrical releases.  Students with learn the process of developing and facilitating marketing campaigns.  Interested applicants  can click here to apply online. 

The Strand Creative Group of New York, NY is still accepting applications for the Fall/Winter Internship Program. This is a great opportunity for those students seeking hands on experience in television production.  Interns who qualify will be compensated with college credit. Interns will be expected to commit to working a minimum of two days per week  plus, time on set.   Apply to be a Production and/or Post Production intern by clicking here.

Internships are an outstanding way to gain some very valuable work experience in your chosen field. It’s a great way to test drive your dream field/career to be sure that it’s all that you hope it will be.  Students benefit from engaging with professionals and joining a professional network that will undoubtedly serve you throughout the duration of your professional career.  Actual work experience is an integral complement to your credentials especially in today’s job market.  Don’t miss the bus children. 

Applications are being accepted through September 9^th.  Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average and must complete submit a program application.  Students must also submit a resume and a letter of recommendation from a faculty member or university administrator.  Project Pre MED is open only to college sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

Program information and applications can be found by clicking here. This is a great opportunity for any student considering medical school to get some hands on, first hand experience and make a great connection with a medical school seeking minority applicants.  I encourage you check it out, and tell your friends and classmates about it as well.

W Management of San Francisco, CA is seeking a social media intern to assist in the marketing and branding of indie pop artist.  The intern will assist in developing and executing plans to increase the artist's online viability and social media presences.  The opportunity last for about a four months and only requires 5-10 hours a week. The company is West Coast Based but interns can work remotely from across the United States.  A small stipend is available and will be distributed based on the intern's performance.  Social Media Consulting is a industry that's ever rising in popularity.   If you have a knack for navigating these digital spaces, this is a great opportunity to try your hand.  Click here for further information.  

BookRenter, Inc. of San Mateo, CA is seeking a"social media guru" with an expertise for Facebook, Twitter and utilizing the blogosphere.  The intern will be responsible for the developing and implementing a variety of fun, innovative, exciting social media initiatives and promotions and blogger outreach programs as well.  The company seeks to the take their web presence to the next level and is actively seeking a team player to contribute to making this happen.  This is a full time paid position from June to September 2011, truly an outstanding summer opportunity.  Application deadline is April 20th. Click here for more information. 

The links and descriptions of the fashion internships are listed below. Check out www.InternAlert.com and follow them on Twitter at @InternAlert for the latest.

1.  Lacoste, is looking for students interns with interest in learning more about the fashion industry!  There are openings in the marketing, merchandising, retail planning, visual merchandising and wholesale planning/sales departments. Click HERE For the Deets!

2.  Rouge Online is looking for interns as well.. Send your resumes to intern@rougemag.net ASAP. 

3.  Marketing/Administrative Interns are needed at ELLE Fashion in NYC for the Summer 2011.  This is an outstanding opportunity. Click the link to find out where to send your resume. Click HERE to find out more

4.  Lucky Magazine seek intern to assist in the Web Publishing Department.  Assistance is need in Lucky’s online department this summer.  Experience with photosshop and social networking platforms is necessary. Click HERE to get put on!

As posted on www.intenships.com this morning I found this to be a wonderful opportunity.   If you live in the Washington DC Area and have a solid interest in paying it forward.  Click the Link below for further information. 

The Clinton Bush Haiti Fund seeks a highly motivated, independent, college or post-graduate student, to serve as a Spring Semester Corporate & Grassroots Engagement Intern. The Intern will work closely with senior staff on a variety of tasks related to the development and implementation of outreach strategy, primarily to corporate and Diaspora communities.  

Interns will 

• Assist in the production of written and visual presentations and reports on the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund’s projects and progress. 
• Help develop talking points and briefing documents. 
• Identify major conferences for potential Clinton Bush Haiti Fund participation. 
• Schedule and coordinate meetings and events. 
• Participate in grassroots activism with key groups (e.g., minorities, trade groups, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce). 
• Attend and take notes during relevant meetings. 
• Provide research and administrative support

This could be great! Don't miss the bus! 

Click HERE for More Information! 

Drexel University College of Medicine provides paid Summer Research Internships (HSSRI) to students from area high schools with an interest in biomedical research. The HSSRI program provides students with an opportunity to enhance their understanding of current biological/biomedical principles and their analytical/technical skills in a research environment.

Research interns are mentored by Drexel Med faculty, who work in various disciplines, including biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, neuroscience, microbiology, immunology, pathobiology, pharmacology and physiology.

To apply you need to submit an application, letter of recommendation and an official transcript.  Preference is given to residents of the immediate PA/NJ area.  All application materials are available online and can be submitted online as well via electronic signatures.  

Applications are due March 1, 2011.

 That leaves you three whole weeks to get your life together.  

Click Here for more information! 

Program Eligibility Criteria Include

• In accordance with NSF guidelines, applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents.

• Applicants should have a minimum GPA of 3.0 / 4.0 scale and demonstrated potential for scientific research.

• Applicants should have a strong interest in pursuing a graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in a STEM (science, technology, engineering or mathematics) discipline. 

• Preference will be given to students entering the junior or senior year of college.  Students who are planning to receive a Bachelor's degree before August 2011 are ineligible. 

We welcome applications from…..

Students majoring in biochemistry, biology, biophysics, chemistry, computer science, engineering (chemical/biomedical), mathematics or a related discipline. 

Students from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) disciplines.

Students from institutions with limited resources for research (4 year colleges, liberal arts institutions, etc.).

The internship program offers students a unique experience to receive firsthand experience in health promotion and health education. The program has been designed to provide students with practical experiences in public health related to the core competencies of health education and to introduce the students to the essentials of public health.

In addition to developing competencies in health education and essentials of public health, the intern's activities are designed to provide practical experience in the areas of chronic disease prevention and health promotion.  See the chart below for examples areas of disease prevention and health promotion that previous interns have worked in.  

Click HERE for more Internship Information 

Eligibility Criteria

Students are eligible for the internship program if they:

• Are enrolled in a health education or health promotion program in a four-year college or university designated as a minority-serving institution
• Are US citizens, non-citizen nationals, or foreign nationals possessing a visa permitting permanent residence in the US, an
• Have decided or are considering a professional career in health education and health promotions or related public health field.            

To Apply

Students must complete and submit the on-line application by the designated deadline. All parts of the application and supporting documents (including letters of recommendation and official transcript) must be received by the deadline in order to be reviewed. Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Applications for the Summer 2011 Session must be submitted by March 1st

Click HERE for the application! 

Our Summer Undergraduate Research Internship Program is designed for College students who are interested in pursing a career in the biological sciences.  The typical intern will be between their Sophomore and Junior year or between their Junior and Senior year of undergraduate studies.   Students who will have a BA or BS prior to the start of the internship on June 1 should not apply.  SURIP 2011 would be most appropriate for students considering application to PhD programs in the Biomedical Sciences and it not intended for students who will apply to Medical School.  There is no clinical shadowing component to the internship.  Students that are undecided or interested in combined degrees are welcome to apply.   We will begin accepting applications for the Summer 2011 program on November 15.  The application deadline for the Summer 2011 program is February 7. 

During the internship period, students will work directly with a faculty mentor on an individual research project.  Students will also take part in all activities in the faculty mentor's laboratory, including attending laboratory research meetings, journal clubs and seminars.  In addition, on a weekly basis, all student interns will meet for a scheduled discussion, seminar or social event. 

In the Undergraduate Research Symposium that is scheduled during the last week of the program, each Summer Intern will be asked to give a brief poster presentation to describe their research project.  Interns will also be asked to write a three-page essay outlining what they learned in the program, summarizing their research experience and describing what they liked most and least about the program.  

Interns will receive a stipend of $3000.  

More information can be found by clicking HERE! 

Applications due February 7, 2011