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 Job Opportunities Alpinist Magazine seeks qualified applicants for three- to four-month internships this winter (December 2010-March 2011). Editorial Interns work at Alpinist Headquarters in Jeffersonville, VT, and Online Editorial Interns work remotely. Applications for spring internships (March-June 2011) also accepted. Read below for more information and how to apply. Editorial Internship Ever wonder what it's like behind the scenes at Alpinist Magazine? Join our team as the Editorial Intern and you'll get firsthand experience, from organizing photo submissions to writing to executing historical research. Alpinist's Editorial Intern works closely with the editorial and photo staff and must be based at Alpinist Headquarters in Jeffersonville, VT. Day-to-day work depends on the intern's interests and strengths, resulting in a specialized exposure to the outdoor publishing industry. Responsibilities could include but are not limited to:
* Proofreading, editing and fact checking No specific computer proficiency is required, but interns are expected to be able to learn the basics of programs similar to Inkscape, InCopy, Photoshop and Excel. Applicants should be self-motivated and detail-oriented with good organizational skills. Since responsibilities vary wildly from day to day, the Editorial Intern must have a love of learning and an ability to multitask in a team atmosphere. The 20+ hour/week position is unpaid, but offers rich experience and learning opportunities. Many of Alpinist's previous interns have secured top-notch jobs in the outdoor and publishing industries. To apply, email a cover letter and resume to: Keese Lane, Assistant Editor, Alpinist Magazine Applications for summer internships also accepted. Online Editorial Internship The Alpinist Online Editorial Intern plays a crucial role in the development of Alpinist.com by sourcing and producing the site's featured content while maintaining Alpinist's integrity and style. The Online Intern's daily responsibilities vary widely, from the glamorous (writing and editing, for example) to the mundane (expect to number-crunch from time to time). Responsibilities:
* Proofread and fact check The best candidates will be self-starters with strong writing skills, attention to detail, familiarity with Photoshop and--most importantly--a genuine interest in the overall success of Alpinist.com. Applicants should have a passion for climbing. Alpinist's Online Manager will work closely with the intern to harness and mature his or her strengths and skill sets. Candidates ought to be highly creative and enthusiastic. The intern will telecommute and must have his/her own computer and word processor. The 20+ hour/week position is unpaid, but offers rich experience. Many of Alpinist's previous interns have secured top-notch jobs in the outdoor and publishing industries. To apply, email a cover letter and resume by March 1 to: Keese Lane, Assistant Editor, Alpinist Magazine Applications for summer internships also accepted. |