INTERNSHIPS

 

Visit the following web site for internships with companies within the Hartford-Springfield corridor.

www.InternHere.com

Below is another valuable resource for finding internships:

http://www.internshipprograms.com

Federal Internship Directory

http://www.makingthedifference.org/federalinternships/directory


If you are a Junior or Senior interested in doing an internship you must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher. This is a way to gain experience in your major! Come to the CareerCenter and register or call Laurie Maratea at 782-1560.

Intern Housing in Washington, D.C.
The Catholic University of America provides housing for individuals who are in Washington, D.C. for internships, research and study. For room rates and housing availability visit the CUA web site.

Entercom Boston
WEEI.com is offering a chance for students to gain experience in a new on-line journalism venture. Our internship program will provide students with a unique opportunity to learn about several aspects of on-line publishing, including but not limited to writing, editing, research, website design and publicity. Students with a love of sports who are seeking degrees in Journalism, Communications, and Graphic Design are encouraged to apply. Internships are available year-round, and are 12-15 hours per week, with specific days and times agreed upon in advance. All interns must be enrolled in a College or University and receiving college credit. Students are expected to obtain and complete any forms necessary to receive credit for the internship experience. Entercom Boston will assist students with the completion of such forms and provide information concerning duties and responsibilities. INTERNS ARE NON-PAID POSITIONS. Please send your resume to aspeier@weei.com.

Entercom Boston offers an opportunity for students to apply classroom theory to practical work experience. Our internship program allows students to experience firsthand the reality of working in the radio broadcasting industry. Interns can test their creative talent, exercise their analytical skills and increase their understanding of broadcasting operations and trends. Internships are available year-round, and are 12-15 hours per week, with specific days and times agreed upon in advance. All interns must be enrolled in a College or University and receiving college credit. Students are expected to obtain and complete any forms necessary to receive credit for the internship experience. Entercom Boston will assist students with the completion of such forms and provide information concerning duties and responsibilities. Internships are available for WAAF-FM, WEEI-AM, WEEI-FM, WMKK-FM & WRKO-AM in the following departments: Promotions, Programming, Production, Sales, Business Office & Web Development. INTERNS ARE NON-PAID POSITIONS. Please send your resume to bostonjobs@entercom.com.

Full Time Undergraduate Internship Opportunities
The New England Center for Children has 30-35 hours per week full time internships. Interns gain valuable practical experience in special education and applied psychology. For more information see Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter or call her at 782-1560.

Sherwin-Williams Company
This PAID internship offers hands-on experience in a wholesale/retail work environment and can lead to career opportunities in management and/or professional outside sales upon graduation. You will have the opportunity to learn basic store operations, gain management skills, and develop sales techniques and customer service skills, as well as increase knowledge in a variety of key business topics such as profit & loss, inventory control, and human resources. Interns will also be exposed to S-W professionals in a variety of functional areas. You'll gain insight on a career in outside sales by traveling with a Sales Representative and spending structured time with your District Management team.

To join our Intern Program, you must have demonstrated leadership ability, as well as work experience in customer service and/or sales. Bilingual candidates welcome. Students studying a business-related field are preferred.

Basic Requirements:

- Must have a valid Driver’s License
- Must be enrolled in an accredited four year college or university
- Must submit to a background screening which may include driving, credit and criminal history
- Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status

- Must be willing to work all scheduled hours which may include evenings and weekends, with or without reasonable accommodation.

To apply go to the Sherwin-Williams web site, click on About Us, Career Opportunities, then Management/Sales Training Program & Store Internships, click on Store Internships, City, State, and United States, then click on the Search.

Washington Internship Program
The Washington Internship Program is a combination of work and study. Areas that students pursue are science and technology, education, public relations, journalism, and law. Students select internships with federal agencies and private industries. For more information visit the Washington Internship website and see Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter.

WWLP-TV 22
WWLP-TV22 offers Internships year-round in the News, Engineering and Production/Promotion departments. Register one semester in advance. See Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter for more information.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is offering Internships at various locations. Training Program for juniors and/or seniors. Enthusiasm, professionalism, communication skills, familiarity with customer service, sales ability, flexibility, adaptability, good driving record and the ability to think independently are all required. For more information see Laurie Maratea in the CareerCemter.

Financial Representative Intern
The Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, located in Springfield, MA, is the sales and distribution arm of Northwestern Mutual, its affiliates and subsidiaries. The Network’s financial representatives provide expert guidance and innovative solution to ensure that clients’ financial needs are evaluated from every perspective. Financial Representatives provide advice on retirement solutions, asset and income protection, estate planning, mutual funds, annuities and other investment products. In 2000, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network was named America’s Top Sales Force by Sales and Marketing Management magazine, as well as being named a “Top 10 Internship” in America’s Top 100 Internships, as ranked by the Princeton Review.
Working approximately 10 -15 hours per week, Financial Representative Interns are able to gain necessary skills and knowledge of the financial services industry, define their own target markets and establish client relationships. In addition to that experience, you gain an income- all while attending college. Financial Representative Interns strive to understand their clients’ goals and visions in order to develop financial solutions that put them on the path to success. As an intern, you will be in business for yourself, but never by yourself. Our network of financial specialists, training programs, and mentoring opportunities will support you, all while giving you the resources you will need to help your clients and build up your practice. For more information see Laurie Maratea in the CareerCemter.

Volunteers/Interns Needed at the Hampshire County Jail
Areas of service: Art, Video, Grant Writers, Group Facilitators for: 1) Parenting 2) Yoga/meditation 3) Houses of Healing Volunteers/Interns would be working with incarcerated individuals with the exception of the grant writers and video volunteers. Those individuals would be working in the administrative area. One to Three hours per week Immediate Openings
Point of Contact: Debbie Aubrey
413-584-5911 x 219 email: Deborah Aubrey.

Nashoba Learning Group, Inc.
Nashoba Learning Group, Inc. has an internship for Classroom Assistant. Nashoba is seeking education, psychology and sociology majors. To learn more about the Nashoba Learning Group visit their web site. For more information contact Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter.

Community Newspaper Company
Community Newspaper Company is seeking applicants for Editorial Internships, Beverly, Concord, Milford, Cape, Cod; Advertising Internships, Needham; Information Technology Internship, Needham. There is a weekly requirement of 8 hours, but flexible schedules are available. All internships are unpaid. For more information please see Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter.

Industrial Engineering Intern
UPS (United Parcel Service) is looking for candidates in Industrial Engineering as Interns. The position requires knowledge in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint) and must be proficient in mathematical comprehension and comfortable with trend analysis, weighted average, percentages, ratios, and must have strong analytical abilities. For more information please see Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter.

YAI National Institute for People with Disabilities
YAI National Institute for People with Disabilities offers internships for undergraduate students, all majors. Get "hands-on" practical experience teaching skills to people with developmental disabilities. For more information contact Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter or check out the YAI web site.

WMAS 94.7 Promotions Internship
Students looking for a broad-based position in Radio should consider Promotions. The Promotions Department functions as a liaison between all other divisions in the Radio Station. This position requires someone with a strong personality and the ability to multi-task. Duties include helping with the execution of on-site appearances, live remotes and coordination of on-air contests. Promotions interacts directly with the listeners as well as with customers of the station. Students will learn how to communicate with industry professionals, create proposals and negotiate business to business trade and transaction. Promotions is a great place to start establishing a professional working relationship with decision makers in the Springfield Community. Must be taken for School Credit, must have a car and driver's license. Students will be required to work some nights and weekends. For more information email Lucie Grondin or call 413-737-1414 x 113.

WMAS 94.7 Sales Internship
Sales is looking for an energetic, motivated individual to fill the shoes of a Sales Intern. Duties include working with the sales staff to understand the needs of clients and helping them market themselves to our station listeners. Coordinating all aspects of an advertising campaign, including copy, production, billing, collections, remote broadcasts and events. Meeting with current clients to maintain and grow a sales relationship. Prospecting potential new clients and developing new business. Assisting with Collections and Accounts Receivable. Must be taken for School Credit, must have a car and driver's license. For more information please email Craig Swimm or call 413-7371414 x 113.

Hertz Internship Program
Career Development - Personal Growth and Opportunity. They're what you expect from an internship and just a few of the things you'll receive at Hertz. We're looking for students with an entrepreneurial spirit to join the Management Intern Program at our neighborhood Local Edition branches. In this program, you'll gain the experience needed for a career in management as you're exposed to all aspects of our business including: Revenue Management, Customer Relations, Sales & Marketing and Business Development. To be eligible for consideration, you'll need to possess at least 2 years of college credits and be at least 20 years of age. To learn more about the paid internships with Hertz please contact Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter at 413-782-1560 or stop by the CareerCenter located on the second floor of the Campus Center.

Software Engineer
Fast Search & Transfer (FAST) is offering an internship for a Software Engineer. Fast Search & Transfer creates the real-time search and filter technology solutions that are behind the scenes at some of the world's best know companies with the most demanding search problems. For more information contact either Laurie Maratea or Loris Epps in the CareerCenter.

Technical Sales Intern
Fast Search & Transfer (FAST) is offering an internship for a Technical Sales Intern. This position would work on various challenging projects in a fast-paced technical sales organization. For more information contact either Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter.

Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts has ongoing Volunteer and Internship Opportunities. Please visit online for the most up-to-date information and a downloadable application. If you have any questions, please email org or call (617) 616-1645.

Career Services Intern
Springfield Technical Community College has an opportunity for a student to work in Career Services at STCC. The student will assist with marketing of departmental functions, services and resources to students, faculty, staff and alumni. For more information contact Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter.

Massachusetts Small Business Development Center (MSBDC)
The MSBDC has an opening for an intern to work directly with seasoned professional management counselors to gain hands-on-experience. This internship opportunity is for business majors with some computer background, particularly Microsoft Excel. This is an unpaid for credit only internship. For more information please contact your Career Counselor in the CareerCenter.

Executive Office of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor
The Executive Office of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor has several internship opportunities for the fall and spring semesters. Openings include: Administration, Advance Office, Appointments Office, External Relations, General Counsel, Governor's Council, Human Resources, Judicial Nominating Commission, Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs, Press Office, Scheduling Office and Lieutenant Governor's Office. For more information regarding these internships please contact Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter.

WGBY -TV PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP
Three Sessions Annually: Winter/Spring, Summer, and Fall/Winter

The production internship is a full-time, unpaid internship that provides "hands-on", practical experience in television production. Intensive training takes place the first two weeks of the program with instruction provided by the professional WGBY staff. Interns will be trained in the fundamentals of television production and equipment operation.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Technical Production, Studio Cameras, Electronic Graphics,
Floor Directing, Technical Directing, Lighting and Set Construction,
and Assisting in Electronic Field Production.
The internship also includes non-broadcasting related activities common to any production position such as studio inventories and maintenance.
WGBY-TV produces a wide range of programming. Interns work on cultural and public affairs programming, instructional programming as well as client services. Interns gain experience in both live and taped productions.

Requirements:
This internship is structured to allow the motivated and committed individual to get the most that this program has to offer: a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and cooperate are essential.
A background in television is helpful but not necessary.

Physical ability to lift 50 pounds of equipment, sufficient mobility to climb ladders and jack lifters.
Correctable vision and hearing.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Send R and CL to WGBY, Intern Coordinator, 44 Hampden Street, Springfield, MA 01103 or email to Personnel.

Longmeadow Montessori
Longmeadow Montessori is offering an Internship working with 3 and 4 year olds. Some responsibilities include helping in play activities and helping with story time. Flexible hours 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information please contact Joanne Hirsch or Crystal Vernon at 413-567-1820.

Massachusetts State Police Tactical Operations-Search and Rescue
Massachusetts State Police Tactical Operations-Search and Rescue has a non-paid internship collecting and entering statistical data, preparation of training modules and presentations, catalog the influence of time and weather on clues and other search evidence, data entry on detection experiments, assist in maintaining and entering data in the State's Search and Rescue Registry and serve as lost victims for training exercises. For more information please contact Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter.

John Hancock LEAD Program
John Hancock provides talented college students an opportunity to be exposed to and learn about the company in an area where they can apply and enhance skills and knowledge through internships.
Students can explore the financial services industry through LEAD - Learn, Experience and Develop. LEAD offers internships year-round; assignments vary depending on business needs. Opportunities will exist in various business areas, ranging from Annuities to Long Term Car to Investments, and job assignments will also vary from marketing to information technology. Interns are required to work a minimum of 15 hrs/wk.
Qualifications include: entering sophomore, junior or senior year in an undergraduate program, interested in full-time employment in financial services after graduation, highly motivated, demonstrated leadership, strong communication skills and excels academically.
If you are interested in LEAD, visit Careers and enter "LEAD internship" in the "Search Careers" section of the web site. Students should apply directly online to any assignment that is of interest. All resumes will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be contacted directly.

ThinkGlobal Inc.
Ongoing internships are available with ThinkGlobal Inc., a Northampton based publishing, marketing and e-commerce company. The internships are in marketing or web design and are unpaid. Please email your R and CL to Greg Sandler or fax to 413-584-1688.

INROADS
INROADS has paid internships for students of color. You can apply for the paid internship with companies such as PricewaterhouseCoopers, Lockheed Martin, Liberty Mutual, Pfizer, Target and other Fortune 500 companies. Apply online at http://www.INROADS.org.

New York City Parks Intern Program
The Department of Parts & Recreation, New York City, NY offers internships year round in all five boroughs. Internships are offered in Correspondence/Policy Writing, Information Technology, New Media/Web Programming, Marketing & Special Events, Public Information/Press, Recreation/Sports/Fitness, etc. For a full listing go to the NYC Parks web site. For information regarding internships at the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation contact Leslie Nusblatt, Internship Coordinator at 212-360-8212 or email Internships.

Eastern Alliance in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Undergraduate Internships in Business and Industry are offered to college students with disabilities. EAST identifies, screens and places undergraduate and graduate students with disabilities who are pursuing degrees in science, engineering, mathematics, computer science and some fields in business in paid summer internships. For more information go the the EAST web site.

NOI (New Organizing Institute)
NOI is seeking smart, motivated individuals with a demonstrated interest in leveraging technology to help progressive candidates and organizations conduct winning campaigns for a fall semester internship in Washington, DC. The internship pays a $1000/semester stipend. Applicants should be attending university at either an undergraduate or graduate level. Experience with computers and technology is strongly preferred. Apply online at New Organizing.

Greater Springfield Senior Services
Greater Springfield Senior Services, Springfield, MA seeks an intern for a Housing Research Project. The intern would collect data from local housing authorities, private subsidized housing facilities and assisted living/supported housing facilities in the Greater Springfield Senior Services 12-community service area. The intern would design the survey, collect data via telephone and mail, and log data. If interested send R and CL to Human Resources, Greater Springfield Senior Services, Inc., 66 Industry Avenue, Suite 9, Springfield, MA 01104, Fax to 413-781-0632 or email Stephanie.

International Internship in Korea
This internship program is developed primarily for teaching young Korean students English. You will work for a designated school or English Institute in South Korea teaching English as a primary or supporting teacher. The applicant must be a native English speaker holding a Bachelor's degree and a citizen of the U.S. To find out more about this opportunity, send an email to Interns-Request or visit the Boston Ace web site.

Human Resources
Partners for Community, Springfield, MA is offering an Internship in Human Resources to help the HR Director and participate in new employee orientations, prepare job postings and ads, and other related duties. For more information please contact the CareerCenter.

Volleyball Hall of Fame
The Volleyball Hall of Fame, Holyoke, MA has ongoing internship for students to assist with a wide variety of activities dependent upon student's area of interest. Areas might be in website upkeep, marketing materials development, merchandise management and development, induction ceremonies and annual tournament and Hall management. For more information please contact the CareerCenter.

YWCA Resource Development Internship
YWCA of Western Massachusetts seeks a mature reliable individual with strong written and communication skills open to creative thought to work with the Director of Development and help YWCA achieve the social justice mission and move to the next level of visibility in the community. The internship offers a hands-on opportunity for a student to gain valuable experience how a non-profit organization handles marketing, media outreach, public relations, and fundraising. Demonstrate an ability to work with a diverse membership and be available to work 8-10 hours a week within a flexible 9-5 p.m., Mon - Fri schedule for 6 months. Please contact Maureen Warren for an application at 413-732-3121 ext 154 or email Maureen Warren.

Research Assistant
Cambridge Credit Counseling Corporation is offering an Internship as a Research Assistant. The intern will be responsible for researching and writing new articles for the company's financial wellness websites, and for editing and revising existing content. The intern will also assist in the development of a new financial guidebook for college students. Must have strong research and writing skills, basic knowledge of personal finance and current issues and basic computer skills. Applicants may contact Mr. Martin Lynch at 413-241-2401 or email Martin Lynch.

IT Assistant
Cambridge Credit Counseling Corporation, Agawam, MA is offering an internship as an IT Assistant. The intern will be assisting in the re-design and development of the company's three web sites and perform various departmental functions as necessary. Must have knowledge of Flash programming, CMS web development (Joomla, if possible), CSS, graphic design for the web. Applications may be submitted to Mr. Martin Lynch via email.

United Way of Pioneer Valley
United Way of Pioneer Valley has an internship opening in Communications. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication skills including writing and public speaking. Candidate should also possess advanced knowledge of journalism and/or public relations. Experience writing for news publications helpful but not required. If interested please contact Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter.

Graphic/Multimedia Design and Production
United Way of Pioneer Valley is offering an Internship in Graphic/Multimedia Design and Production. The ideal candidate should have advanced knowledge of graphic/multimedia software and how to interface with various operating systems to ensure a quality end product that various target audiences can access/use. Candidate should also be able to employ creativity and innovative thinking to help address communication challenges in an effort to further the mission of and accomplish goals set by United Way of Pioneer Valley. For more information please contact Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter.

Exelon Nuclear
Exelon Nuclear offers Summer Engineering Internships in Electrical and Mechanical engineering. Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident with a minimum GPA of 2.8/Major 3.0. As a member of the Exelon Nuclear team, engineers will initially work in one of several sections within the Engineering Division: Plant Engineering, Design Engineering, Program Engineering or Asset Management. If interested please contact Loris Epps in the CareerCenter. To learn more about this position go to the Exelon web site.

Procurement Analyst Internship
Hamilton Sundstrand is offering a Procurement Analyst Internship. The student must have Junior standing with a minimum GPA of 2.8 Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel and Access. Intern will maintain all databases and the associated decision-making tools in their supported applications. Interns will also generate data analysis, reports and presentations needed to support day-to-day operations. To apply go to the Hamilton Sundstrand web site and visit the "college recruiting" section.

New England Patriots and New England Revolution
The New England Patriots and New England Revolution are offering an internship at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA for Quality Control Coordinator. The applicant must have the availability to work nights and weekends, identify operational aspects that require immediate attention, monitor quality of fan experience at Gillette Stadium, participate in debriefing post event concerning ideas on how to improve fan experience and use Quality Control grading scale to test service levels provided by staff, quality of food and beverage served at the facility and cleanliness of the stadium. Email R and CL to Kelly Heard.

Ruwac Industrial Vacuums
Ruwac Industrial Vacuums, Holyoke, MA has an immediate opening for someone with Solidworks and CAD experience. See Loris Epps in the CareerCenter as soon as possible. Email Loris or call her at 413-782-1563.

Leewen Internship in Qingdao China
A 6-12 month internship opportunity for college students or graduates interested in learning Chinese and experiencing the culture of a beautiful city on the Chinese coast. The internship includes 16 hours of teaching English per week, the opportunity to learn Chinese, free accommodations, and travel reimbursement. The application requirements include a Resume, Mission statement, 2 recommendation letters, copy of passport and a letter from the school registrar stating that you are graduating this year. If interested please email Vivian.

Investigative Assistant
The Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, Springfield, MA is offering 5 internships as Investigative Assistants. Interns will answer public inquiries, determine jurisdictional issues, draft charges of unlawful discrimination, assist with investigating cases of unlawful discrimination, attend hearings, learn what constitutes unlawful discrimination and how to prove discrimination and what it is like to work in a legal environment. If interested contact Maryann Brunton at 413-739-2145, ext. 46102 for an interview. For questions contact Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter at 413-782-1560 or lmaratea@wnec.edu.

Program Management Office Intern
ISO New England, Holyoke, MA is looking for an Intern to assist the Project manager with Schedule build and coordination using Microsoft suite. You will assist with Microsoft Project schedule preparation, meeting preparation and presentation material preparation. Must be familiar with Microsoft suite software, have knowledge of Visio and Access and possess good interpersonal skills. For more information contact Laurie Maratea in the CareerCenter at 413-782-1560.

Springfield Girls' Club Family Center
Interns are needed for the Springfield Girls' Club Family Center, Springfield, MA
Interns will work as Group Counselors to provide structured after-school programming for children ages 5-13. Counselors provide help with homework, tutoring, recreation, outdoor and field trip activities, develop newsletter and program brochure. They guide, supervise and inspire youth, serve as role models for positive behavior and work as a team to provide a safe, healthy and fun after-school experience for the children. Please send a R and CL to Springfield Girls' Club Family Center, 100 Acorn Street, Springfield, MA 01109, ATTN: Asst. Director of Operations or call 413-739-4743, ext. 14.

Federal Internships
The best way to find out if the federal government is for you is to try it out and it is also gives the agency a chance to see if they want to offer you a full-time job when you graduate. In certain programs you can even get school credit while interning during the summer or during the school year. For more information go to the Federal Internships web site.

Organic Trade Association
Organic Trade Association, Greenfield, MA is offering 2-3 paid internships throughout the year. OTA welcomes applicants from all disciplinary backgrounds. Some of the projects interns may be involved with include: IT support, Database management, website maintenance, Development/fundraising and Event planning. If you are interested in learning more about the internship opportunities at the Organic Trade Association, please contact Jennifer Rose at 413-774-7511, ext. 34 or email J Rose.

First Investors
First Investors has three internship tracks: Financial Services, Recruiting and Management. If you are a junior and are contemplating a career in Financial Services you might want to consider participating in the 13-week Representative Shadow Internship. This allows you to explore the possibility of a career in the financial services industry. If you are a senior and have already chosen to pursue a career in financial services then the Fast Track Internship is for you. For more information please go to the First Investors web site. If interested please contact John Murphy at 413-821-9930 ext. 103 or email John.

Marketing and Outreach Internship
The Springfield Public Forum, Springfield, MA offers a Summer and/or Fall Marketing and Outreach Internship. The Springfield Public Forum is the nation's longest-running free public lecture series. The Marketing and Outreach Intern will assist with the Springfield Public Forum's public relations, membership and volunteer outreach efforts. For more information contact the your Career Counselor.

Sales and Marketing Internship
Spare Time, Northampton, MA Bowling Center is offering a Sales and Marketing Internship. The Internship entails grassroots marketing of center and leagues, developing and planning new leagues, contacting local charities for fundraisers, contacting local businesses for company parties and sponsorships, understanding and learning the day-to-day operations to running a center from staffing, to promotions, and sales and marketing. This is an unpaid internship. Contact Manager Bill Bullock at 413-584-4830 or by email wbullock@bowlne.com.

Intern Abroad
Intern Abroad through Cross Cultural Solutions. Participate in an international internship and gain work experience in the areas of social services, education, or health. There are 9 countries that participate. The internship runs from 3-12 weeks. For more information go to the Cross Cultural Solutions web site.

VCI Solutions
VCI Solutions, Springfield, MA is looking for a highly creative and motivated intern to assist the marketing department with all aspects of marketing including direct mail and e-mail campaigns, web design, PR and advertising. Graphic Design experience is a plus. Experience working with Constant Contact and/or Salesforce preferred. Please forward your R to Joanna Cohen.

Communications Internship
The Communications Intern will perform primary functions in the areas of media relations, publications production, writing and editing, and web site maintenance for The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. The applicant must have exceptional writing, proofreading, editing, copy editing, desktop publishing and web site management skills. Interested candidates please email Christine Dutton, Human Resources Manager or by phone at 413-247-9738 ext. 104.

Cognos Developer
MassMutual Financial Group, Springfield, MA seeks an intern for report development and administration of the Cognos c* suite of tools that includes Report Studio, Query Studio, Event Studio, Analysis Studio and Framework Manager. The applicant must have a broad understanding of Data Warehousing, OLAP and Operational reporting. Experience with SDK development a plus. If interested in this internship and would like to apply please go to the MassMutual web site.

Employers Association of the NorthEast
The Employers Association of the NorthEast in Agawam, MA has internships in Marketing, Human Resources and General Business. The Marketing Intern will develop a market plan and supporting materials for at least one of EANE's services (Section 125 Plan Administration, ERISA Plan Document work, Employee Opinion Surveys, Affirmative Action plan, etc. The HR Intern will develop a small employer human resources toolkit, assess the quality and depth of sample forms that EANE has on the web site, develop additional forms and tools to round out the samples, etc. General Business Intern will assist with the redesign of the tools, information and capabilities of the EANE web site. For more information please contact Maria Cokotis in the CareerCenter located on the 2nd floor of the Campus Center.

Quality Engineering Intern
Hamilton Sundstrand has an intern position for Quality Engineers to manage the design, fabrication, procurement, assembly and qualification testing and delivery of hardware for environmental control and life support systems. Looking for highly motivated individuals to work on a variety of components associated with the NASA Space Shuttle, Extravehicular Mobility Unit, International Space Station, and Space Ship Orion. Candidates must be working towards a Bachelors or Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management. If interested in this internship please email Bob Thoelen, Manager, Engineering Development and Staffing.

Process Certification Intern
Hamilton Sundstrand has an opening for a Process Certification Intern. The individual will be responsible for performing Continuous Improvement activities associated with ACE, Process Certification and other Lean initiatives such as Relentless Root Cause Analysis (RRCA) and Workplace organization (6S) monitoring. Preferred majors include: Business, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering. If interested please email your R Jason Cerrato.

Yankee Candle Company, Inc.
Yankee Candle Company, Inc. has an unpaid internship opportunity in the Retail Department in South Deerfield, MA. The internship is working with the Marketing, Visual and Operations group with the Retail Department. The internship includes: reviewing and responding to unsolicited advertising inquiries, assisting in the New Store Opening efforts for the Retail Marketing and Visual teams, assisting in editing or posting Retail plan-o-grams, etc. Please email CL and R to Meghan McCarthy.

Institute for Humane Studies at George Mason University
For over 45 years, the Institute for Human Studies at George Mason University has dedicated itself to helping bright undergraduate and graduate students interested in individual liberty pursue their intellectual interests. Applications are currently available for paid internships in public policy, journalism, and production. For more information please go to the IHS web site.

State of Connecticut Office of Policy and Management
The State of Connecticut Office of Policy and Management has winter and spring internships in Asset Management, Computer Training, Criminal Justice, Energy Management, Intergovernmental Policy and Responsible Growth, Legislative and Staff Development. For more information visit the CT.gov web site.

Legacy Events, Inc.
Legacy Events, Inc. has paid summer internships for students interested in careers in marketing, advertising or business. For more information go to the Legacy Events web site or call 518-233-1875.

Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney has Summer Internships available in Diagnostics, Prognostics, and Health Management; Materials and Processes Engineering - Chemistry Lab; EH&S Co-op; Global Services Engineering and Validation; PSA Engineering and Materials - Alloys Development. To apply visit the Pratt & Whitney website, select Connecticut, positions type: Co-op or Intern, select Position and add job to cart, select apply online and complete form. PLEASE SEE LORIS EPPS BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR RESUME.

The Dolphins Plus Internship Program
The Dolphin Plus Internship Program is designed for college students and college graduates interested in obtaining practical experience in the marine mammalogy field. You will develop, propose, and implement a formal research project, participate in on-going Dolphins Plus research data collection, entry, and analysis (e.g. behavioral ethograms of mother-calf interactions), assist staff in daily procedures - diet preparation, overseeing swim sessions, basic cleaning and maintenance. If you are interested in applying for an internship please visit the Dolphins Plus web site or contact Meghan Weinpress.

Software Engineering Intern
Google offers Software Engineering Internships in Cambridge, MA, New York, NY and Pittsburgh, PA. As a Software Engineering intern you could end up working on our core products and services or those that support critical functions of our engineering operations. Depending on your background and experience, you will be working on a project in one of the following areas: Product and Systems Development, Test Engineering, or Site Reliability. You must currently be pursuing a BS, MS or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field, experience in systems software or algorithms, excellent implementation skills (C++, Java, Python), knowledge of UNIX/Linux or Windows environments and APIs, familiarity with TCP/IP and network programming a plus. Go to the Google web site to apply for the internship.

Travelers
Travelers, Hartford, CT has Internship opportunities in Actuarial Leadership Development Program, Financial Management Leadership Development Program, IT Leadership Development Program, Insurance Operations Leadership Development Program and Personal Insurance Product Management Development Program. To apply go to the Travelers web site, select: "Students and New Graduates" then "Internships", select Internship Program you are interested in, Select: "How to Apply", Follow instructions to complete application process. Please see your Career Counselor before submitting your Resume.

Nextgen Realty
Nextgen Realty, Metro Boston, MA area, offers a complete Real Estate Internship/Paid Training. The objective is to create best in class, fully trained Real Estate Agents. The training includes 80 - 120 hours of paid training at the front desk. During these hours agents in training will learn how to use company wide real estate database; input real estate listings; professionally call landlords to update and obtain new listings; update online listings; build team work with other agents and staff members. You will become familiar with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Front-Page; HTML Programming; all real estate related vocabulary and phrases and real estate contracts, leases, laws and documents. To apply please contact Jennifer Hazelton, Hiring Manager at 617-251-6995 or email your R to Nextgen Realty.

Communications Internship
Buck Consultants, an ACS (Affiliated Computer Services) Company has an opening for a Summer Communications Internship. The applicant must be pursuing a Bachelors Degree in English, Journalism or Communications. You must have strong written as well as verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, the ability to interpret complex terms and concepts and strong organizational and time management skills. In this position, you will provide support to the communications team and will assist in all stages of the communication process; research, planning, writing, editing, proofing, etc. You will have the opportunity to draft many different kinds of communications, including, but not limited to, award entries, case studies, brochures, web content, enrollment guides and newsletters. To apply for this internship go to the ACS web site, click on Careers, Career Opportunities, U.S. type in Requisition ID 23991, then Search.

Federal Service Student Ambassador
The Federal Service Student Ambassadors program produces a corps of college students ready to actively promote public service following their completion of a federal internship in Washington, DC. Any student returning to campus for the 2009-2010 school year is eligible to apply. This is a paid, year-long position, with a stipend of $2,200 and an added $300 stipend for expenses and materials. The student is expected to work with the CareerCenter office to help with events, build federal agency relationships and generally coordinate cross-campus efforts to educate their fellow students about career options in government. Students can apply for the Federal Service Student Ambassadors program at Making the Difference. For more information, please email Ambassadors.

Content Manager
Priceline.com, Norwalk, CT has a summer intern opportunity within the online marketing department. The primary tasks and responsibilities will pertain to the content management of an online travel guide website. The student must have knowledge of relational databases (Oracle a plus), hands-on experience with SQL, proficiency with desktop applications such as Word, Excel, Visio, excellent written and oral communication skills and must have good analytical skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision. A summer intern with a computer science or information systems background preferred. A marketing background with a high degree of computer skills would also be considered. For more information and to apply to this internship go to the priceline.com web site:

Information Technology
Aetna, Middletown, CT seeks a Intern in Information Technology. Preference toward students enrolled in a Computer Science or Information Management degree program with some programming classes completed. Experience with the following is valuable: ETL tool (especially DataStage), Unix or Unix scripting, VB.NET/ASP.Net/C#/Web Development, RDBMS Stored Procedure development (DB2 Preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Access especially). Must have demonstrated high ethical standards and personal integrity, ability to effectively interact with different audiences, ability to use available resources efficiently, is well organized and focused, ability to identify problems and make decisions and ability to use technology to improve efficiency, quality and increase revenue. To view the complete description and to apply to this internship go to the Aetna web site.

Verizon
Verizon, Basking Ridge, NJ is offering an internship in Information Technology. The applicant must majoring in Math or Computer Science with a 3.7 GPA or higher, must possess strong analytical skills, have the ability to do Data Modeling and Web Development. Previous experience in Telecom or communications a plus. To apply to this internship go to the Verizon web site.

Bureau of Diplomatic Security
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security seeks enthusiastic and talented students to apply for 2010 Summer Internships. Applications are being accepted and the deadline is November 1, 2009. Please visit the U.S. Department of State's web site and click on Student Programs for more information. The Bureau of Diplomatic Security seeks students in the following areas of concentration: Political Science/Government, Computer/Information Technology, Business Administration, Criminology/Criminal Justice, Law and Engineering.


Juniors or Seniors that are not registered with the CareerCenter as of now, please see Laurie Maratea or your Career Counselor to register and talk about availability of doing an internship with an employer.

 

Key to Application Procedures & Qualifications

L- Letter of Application
LR- Letters of Recommendation
A- Application
NR- Name, Address, Phone # of References

R-Resume
T-Transcript
V-Vitae
CL-Cover Letter

Each listing is a brief summary of the complete job vacancy announcement given to us by the employer. Please visit Chris in the CareerCenter to obtain the complete job announcement, including specific application requirements, further applications and position responsibilities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEWSLETTER #1, August 31, 2009