INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS OFFICE NEWSLETTER

April 21, 2010

Published by the USC Career Planning & Placement Center

This weekly e-mail highlights interesting internship opportunities and other important information that will
aid you in securing an internship! The internships listed below are just a sampling of what is available. For
complete listings of all current internships, log on to connectSC at http://careers.usc.edu. New internships
are added daily.

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connectSC, you can access the iNet Internship Consortium — an internship database with a wide array
of opportunities and locations. The iNet Consortium attracts employers from across the country to post
internships that are available to students from a select group of universities including: USC, Georgetown,
MIT, NYU, Northwestern, Rice, Stanford, Duke, University of Pennsylvania and Yale. Log-in to
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PAID INTERNSHIPS
 Target – Executive Intern
The objective of the Executive Internship is to give you an overview of Target Stores’ Operations and
company programs while strengthening your leadership skills, enabling you to be an effective
executive and strategic business partner for the stores pyramid. As a Stores Executive Intern, you will
receive support of all areas within a store as you develop your leadership skills in our three part
program: Target Fundamentals, Basic Leadership, and Hands-on Special Project. Skills we’re looking
for include History of academic success. All majors are encouraged to apply. Participation in school
or extracurricular activities and experience in leadership roles. Ability to communicate clearly and
effectively in all situations. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask. Problem-solving
skills, assertiveness and strong initiative. Team-oriented thinking. Desire to learn about a career in
retail management. Leadership and strong decision making skills. 10 week internship program, 400
total hours. Paid training and opportunity to receive school credit. Follow your Internship - Imagine
an offer to start a career where you will become an Executive Team Leader. Competitive
Compensation, Paid Vacation and Personal Holidays, Medical and Health Benefits, 401(k). Receive 6
weeks of training in our Business College Program. Manage a $10-15 million+ work center. Oversee
the staffing development, and retention of 25-40+ team members. Strive to achieve financial success
for you and your store. Apply on www.target.com/careers. Search Current OpeningsCollege
StudentsJob Field: Store Management, Location:US, California Search for Jobs Executive
Intern: STO0001WM. For more information contact Erika Louie, Group Campus Recruiter,
Erika.louie@target.com.
 Port of Long Beach – Transportation Planning Intern
The Transportation Planning Intern is an Unclassified (Non-Civil Service) position usually used to
employ college students in engineering, environmental and maritime/trade programs. The
Transportation Planning Intern performs duties appropriate to the area of study; work is usually
performed under the guidance of experienced personnel and may include engineering or planning
work, research and analytical projects, statistical compilation, communications and community
outreach, promotional activities, and general administrative assignments. Intern will assist in the
review and preparation of traffic and land use studies for Port facilities. Assist with reviewing and
updating Planning documents and programs. Analyze regulatory and legislative issues. Utilize
Synchro, TransCAD, and GIS. Enrollment in an accredited college or university with at least senior
standing. A major in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Transportation Planning/Engineering or
Urban and Regional Planning or related field is preferred. Familiarity with traffic engineering and
transportation engineering/planning principles and methodologies (including computer software
applications) is desired. The applicant should possess a valid California driver's license. Interns work
a minimum of 20 hours per week up to a maximum of 1,600 hours in a 12-month period. For more
information and to apply visit our website, http://www.polb.com/about/employment/jobs.asp

 IFC Advisory – Public Relations Intern (2 Openings, $10/hr + validated parking)

We provide personalized financial planning, counseling, and investment management services to
retirees or those about to retire, and specializing in women who are recently divorced, widowed, or
retired. The staff at IFC Advisory has been serving clients in southern California for over a decade.
Establish and maintain social media presence (e.g. Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter). Participate in
forums and other online communities. Establish, maintain, and update blogs and wikis. Monitor the
Internet and conduct targeted searches. Establish and maintain web site partnerships, cross-
promotions, and content syndication. Prepare PR presentations. Publish books and articles written by
the firm. Interact with print media sources and journalists. Arrange radio/TV interviews and public
speaking appearances. Organize promotional events. Maintain and update firm web site. Must be
pursuing a Public Relations / Marketing undergraduate degree. Available minimum 8 hours per week.
Apply on line or send Resume and cover letter to: mbuck@ifcadvisory.com.

 Caruso Affiliated – Strategic Alliances & Entertainment Intern

The Strategic Alliances & Entertainment Intern is responsible for providing assistance to the Strategic
Alliances & Entertainment Department. The SAE department handles sponsorship, events, and
advertising at all of the Caruso Affiliated properties, including The Grove. The appropriate candidate
must have excellent work ethic and be highly organized, detail oriented, efficient and able to manage
on-going tasks and projects. Will assist with time-sensitive, project-oriented deadlines. The intern
will perform, but is not limited to, basic administrative tasks/duties as appointed. An ideal candidate
would be creative and proficient using Photoshop, Powerpoint, and Keynote to create presentations.
Some sales experience is also preferred, as the intern will be contacting outside companies to create
new business. The candidate must be willing to work during special events on evenings and weekends
as needed and will be compensated as directed by state and federal laws. Please submit your resume
and a cover letter to ndrayson@carusoaffiliated.com. All resumes must be in a professional format to
be considered. We recommend seeking resume advisement from your Career Center before
submitting.

 Global Autism Project – Los Angeles City Leader Intern (stipend)

The Global Autism Project is seeking a city leader for its signature fundraising event, the Paddle for
Autism Awareness, to coordinate site-specific event planning this summer. The Global Autism
Project works with children with autism in developing countries. Every summer, in several cities
across the country, children with autism kayak (many of them for the first time in their lives) with
their friends and families! This internship is an opportunity for motivated individual(s) to spearhead
 fundraising and planning efforts in their city prior to the event. This year’s events will take place in
Boston, New York City, Chicago, San Diego, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Washington D.C.,
Phoenix, Portland, OR, Seattle, WA and Denver, CO. Duties will include securing location and
coordinating logistics for event kick-off party. Securing location and coordinating logistics for
kayaking event. Contact local vendors for auction donations. Manage a team of volunteers.
Communicate consistently with headquarters in NY. Participate in bi-weekly conference call with all
city captains. Solicit corporate and private sponsorships. Market event locally. Possess strong
organizational skills. Work well under pressure. Ability to multi-task. Enjoy working with people.
Fundraising experience (preferred). Take initiative. Be a creative problem solver. To be considered
for this position or to volunteer in any capacity, please email laryn@globalautismproject.org. Please
send a resume and a cover letter specifying the city in which you wish to apply

 Los Angeles County Arts Commission – Summer Internship Program ($3500 stipend)
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors established the Arts Internship Program (which
provides internships for nonprofit performing, presenting, literary, and municipal arts organizations)
as a companion program to the Getty Multicultural Internship Program (which provides internships to
museums and visual arts organizations). The purpose of the County's program is to provide
undergraduate students with meaningful on-the-job training and experience in working in nonprofit
arts organizations, while assisting arts organizations to develop future arts leaders. This program is a
10 week paid summer internship (40 hours/week) for 125 full-time undergraduate college students.
Students are paid $350/week to work with a nonprofit arts organization within Los Angeles County.
Nonprofits include various performing, presenting, and literary arts organizations, and local agencies.
Interns also participate in several educational events. Undergraduates and graduating seniors may
apply. Students must have completed at least one semester of college by June 2010, and be currently
enrolled (full-time) in a community college or a four year university. Graduating seniors are eligible
only if they are to complete their undergraduate degree by September 1st, 2010. Students must
either reside in Los Angeles County or attend school in Los Angeles County. Candidates are
welcome from all areas of undergraduate study and are not required to have demonstrated a previous
commitment to the arts. A number of the 125 internship postings are currently posted on connectSC.
The master list of all postings will be available on April 28th at
http://www.lacountyarts.org/internship.html.

UNPAID INTERNSHIPS
 NBC Universal – Music Publishing Internship (2 Openings)
There will be two (2) internships available for the Summer 2010 semester in the Music Publishing
area of the Film Music department. This department is responsible for monetizing and managing the
studio’s film assets as it specifically relates to music, film score, theme songs, etc. by way of
licensing to third parties. These internships are designed for students who are interested in learning
more about music publishing, or students who are undecided about what sector of the business they'd
like to enter into. Responsibilities include following up on outstanding license
requests/licenses/payments. Updating/maintaining database of department licensing activity.
Updating our Access database which tracks all of our licenses. Updating/maintaining database of
music rights. Other research on an as-needed basis. Intern will also assist other areas of the
department as needed. Must be available 10-20 hours per week. Must be computer-savvy. Quick
learner. Detail-oriented. Must be familiar with basic music business procedures. Understanding of
basic music publishing concepts preferred. Enrolled in a Associate/Bachelors/Masters program at an
accredited college or university. Candidate must be 18 years or older and current sophomore standing
or above. Must be eligible to receive academic credit from their college or university prior to starting
assignment. Please apply directly to Jesenia Gallegos by emailing your resume to her at
jesenia.gallegos@nbcuni.com. Please also indicate where you learned of this internship.
 Music for Relief – Marketing Intern
Music for Relief is a grassroots effort founded by Linkin Park comprised of musicians, music
industry professionals, and fans who believe that together we can create positive change. Music for
Relief is a 501-c 3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing aid to survivors of natural disasters
and reducing global warming. We are currently seeking Marketing Interns. Our Marketing Interns
will oversee and develop specific projects for MFR outreach, marketing, branding, and fundraising.
We want creative, independent interns who can think outside of the box. As an MFR intern, you will
gain a valuable experience in project planning, website management, social media management,
concept development and implementation, and environmental outreach and fundraising. Our office is
located in Beverly Hills and offers a fun and creative work environment! This is a non-paid
internship, but is available for college credit. Start/End Dates are flexible, hours are flexible. To
apply, send cover letter and resume to Whitney@musicforrelief.org. Social Media/Website
Management Experience is a plus.

 Katalyst Films – Fantasy Football Intern

Katalyst Media in Hollywood in search of creative, vibrant intern candidate – must be sports
enthusiast with strong knowledge of the social media world – in Facebook & Twitter especially.
Strong understanding and appreciation of Fantasy Football is needed." Flexible work schedule, 8
hours per week. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Todd Snyder-
todd@katalystfilms.com or fax 323-785-2715.

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PAID INTERNSHIPS vs. SCHOOL CREDIT: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Remember, Federal labor law requires that students participating in an internship must either A) be paid by
the employer; or, B) be enrolled in an internship-for-credit course. To find out more visit our website at
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