The Newsweek Research Center
in New York City has an exciting internship opportunity for one or two students
for the summer session.
The Research Center uses
leading-edge information technologies to deliver research to our editorial
staff in offices in New York and around the world.
Under the supervision of the
Senior Information Specialist, our intern(s) will learn to index our online
cover image database, help file and organize our newspaper, magazine and
microfilm collections, and contribute content to our popular Newsweek
archive Tumblr blog. There is also the opportunity to assist with news
research.
Requirements:
- completion of at least one reference or online searching course
- currently matriculating in an MLS program candidates should review their program’s requirements for internship eligibility (e.g. credits needed) before applying.
This is an excellent opportunity
for someone who is detail-oriented, interested in current events in a
fast-paced news environment and is seeking experience, under supervision, in
the research process.
Notes:
- intern must be available during regular business hours
- this is an unpaid internship to be done for academic credit
If you are interested, please
send resume and cover letter, including library school courses you’ve
completed, to:
Sam Register
Senior Information Specialist
Newsweek/Daily Beast
Please include the words
“Newsweek Internship” in your subject line.
