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Internship Responsibilities

The Media Research Center is currently accepting applications for its spring and summer internship programs.

Application Deadlines:
Summer: EXTENDED TO MARCH 31

Choose a hands-on internship in one of seven areas:

The News Analysis Division interns:
• Monitor assigned pre-recorded TV news programs and news publications to document any media bias that they encounter
• Monitor assigned TV network websites to document media bias
• Input media bias details and verbatim media bias examples into the News Tracking System Database, the MRC’s state-of-the-art computer database and archiving system
• Contribute to the content of MRC publications and www.MRC.org 
• Attend weekly News Division meetings and report on the status of current projects and discuss current news and trends being documented

Cybercast News Service - CNSNews.com interns:
• Research assigned topics for news articles
• Conduct telephone interviews for assignments
• Monitor industry trade publications and Internet websites for pertinent news and information
• Adapt to the high-speed atmosphere of a newsroom by working with and meeting deadlines
• Write news articles that appear on Cybercast News Service - www.CNSNews.com
• Attend weekly CNSNews.com meetings and report on the status of current projects

Communications/PR (News Analysis Division)
• Writing and editing short pieces for the MRC Web page: headlines, blurbs, reader polls, audio/video clips text, other
• Compiling media contact lists, and lists for policy makers, conservative organizations, and grassroots groups
• Help with ongoing review and upgrade of MRC Web site and selected pages, photos, video clips, etc.
• Help write, edit, and distribute press releases, email alerts, and related correspondence
• Help pitch and follow-up on MRC op-eds, Special Reports, Media Reality Checks, CyberAlerts, and NewsBusters blog items
• Help research, write, and copy-edit for monthly newsletter, The Watchdog

Communications/PR (CNSNews.com Division)
• Work with the Director of Communications in the CNSNews.com division to provide communications and marketing support
• Research, generate and maintain media databases
• Create effective pitches for stories and guests
• Pitch stories and guests to producers both personally and through mass distribution
• Book and negotiate interviews
• Assist in marketing to and soliciting sponsors and subscribers

The Business & Media Institute interns:
• Monitor and track media coverage of assigned economic issues
• Research and document media coverage on specific economic and business issues
• Prepare research reports for publication
• Conduct research of assigned issues and their economic impact

Marketing/Graphic Design*
• Participate fully in developing concepts for ads, publications and print
• Assist in fulfilling bookstore, membership and subscription orders
• Assist with donors mailings/new member packets and proofing
• Assist in major events, promotions and public relations
• Assist in website marketing development and outreach
*Candidates with print production and project management experience will be given preference.

Development/Special Events
• Conduct donor and prospect research
• Assist with monthly donor mailings
• Prepare informational materials for donor prospects
• Input data into fundraising software
• Assist with fundraising events and event planning

Qualifications:
Solid writing skills, knowledge of current events and politics, proficiency in Microsoft Word and internet use, adaptability to new software applications, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Candidates must have a passion for politics, journalism, and/or research as well as possess a firm understanding of conservative principles based on limited government, individual liberty with responsibility, free enterprise, and a strong national defense. Qualified candidates are evaluated on their knowledge of current events and to determine which division of the MRC would best suit their needs and interests.

Requirements:
Intern candidates must submit an application form, cover letter, resume, and two to three brief writing; including a paragraph detailing why writing samples were selected for submission.

Compensation:
Interns are compensated $9.00 per hour and have the option to work up to 37.5 hours per week. Academic credit may be available through your college or university.

For additional information:
Visit our web site at www.mrc.org or contact us at 800-672-1423 x127
Contact e-mail: jane@mediaresearch.org 

“In some ways, this 6-month internship has educated me more than my entire 4 years of college. The knowledge that I gained of economic, social, political, and cultural issues while reporting for CNSNews is in depth, first-hand, and real…unlike anything I could have taken from a college text book.”
-- Kathleen Rhodes, CNSNews.com Intern, Newark, DE