Career Services

Internships

(Note dates and "Summer" specification for summer internships)

Everybody Wins! Iowa

Volunteer Recruitment and Special Event Assistant internship. The Intern is responsible for assisting the Program Specialist and other Everybody Wins! Iowa staff members with a variety of administrative tasks. Email careers@simpson.edu for a full description.

Web Development internship. The Intern is responsible for assisting Everybody Wins! Iowa with web development and other I.T. related needs. Email careers@simpson.edu for full description.

Public Relations/ Marketing internship. The intern will work closely with the Executive Director and other Everybody Wins! Iowa staff members with a variety of marketing and public relations tasks. Major responsibilities will include public relations, community outreach, event planning, materials development, and other duties as requested by the Executive Director and Everybody Wins! Iowa staff members. Email careers@simpson.edu for full description.

School Coordinator Assistant internship. The intern is responsible for assisting the Carver Community School Coordinator, enforcing the Power Lunch program guidelines, and ensuring that volunteers, school faculty, and students are satisfied with their Everybody Wins! Iowa experience. Email careers@simpson.edu for a full description.

Office Assistant internship. The intern is responsible for assisting the Executive Director and other Everybody Wins! Iowa staff members with a variety of administrative tasks. Email careers@simpson.edu for full description.

Accounting and Finance internship. The Intern will work closely with the Executive Director and is responsible for a variety of accounting-related tasks. Email careers@simpson.edu for full description.

Internships are unpaid but can be completed for college credit. Ideally the Intern would be available for the entire school year, but completing only one semester is acceptable. Hours are flexible, with most work is completed between the hours of 9 AM – 5:30 PM. Some weekends/evenings may be required. Resume and cover letter submission is required.

Appcation Procedure:

Plese submit resume and letter of intent to Tyler Weig at statedirector@everybodywinsiowa.org.

ART

Graphic Design Intern

Hours Required: Approximately 20-30 hours/week

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

The Graphic Design intern will work closely with our Marketing Coordinator/ Designer to discuss themes and layouts of the paper. They will assist in making copy and graphic adjustments for print. They will work on a variety of design projects including, advertisements, marketing materials for events and newsletter layouts. They will assist in advertising campaigns for events at the Iowa Events Center. Atend weekly meeting with the designer and marketing team. Assist in brainstorming concepts and research for upcoming projects. Assist in designing ads for various industry publications. Assist in organizing photo albums and download photos onto disk from professional photographer’s websites.

Design PowerPoint layout templates for various projects. Design themes for events on LED Ribbon panel boards

Qualifications and Requirements:

• College students with Junior or Senior status 20-30 hours per week during normal business hours.• Excellent eye for design, color, layout and usability is required.•Graphic Design Software experience is required (e.g. Photoshop, Illustrator, Powerpoint, InDesign, AfterEffects)• Strong customer service skills and able to work in a team environment• Examples of previous work, whether online or included in resume are appreciated. • Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills• Detail oriented, self-motivated and able to work under minimal supervision• A winning, do-what-it-takes attitude and a desire to learn• Able to work in a fast paced environment

Application Information:

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Katie Johnson at kjohnson@iowaeventscenter.com.

Global Spectrum is an equal opportunity employer.

BUSINESS (INCLUDES MANAGEMENT/HUMAN RESOURCES/ACCOUNTING)

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Paid interns. $13 an hour for a full year. Work 20-40 hrs per week flexible. Email resume and cover letter to Heather.Nelson@iowa.gov Dead line is Aug 9th.

Contract Management:

This intern’s primary duties will be to help the staff ensure all ARRA funds are spent appropriately by maintaining contract management data for task tracking, program tracking, project management, federal funding reporting and other program needs. This intern will collect and enter contract status data from more than nearly 200 sub-awardees and enter the data; assist staff reviewing monthly reports and quarterly reports; assist staff analyzing contract status data and identify sub-awardees that are late for reports and/or are falling behind contracted work schedule; assist staff contacting non-performing sub-awardees to get reports and data; populate and maintain databases and spreadsheets to ensure that information is useable, accurate and verifiable; and ensure all project files are complete and accurate. This intern will also assist staff who primarily works on Power Fund. In addition, this intern will be tasked to perform basic information or literature search for program development purposes.

Engineering:

This intern will collect and enter energy consumption and cost data from state facilities and other public entities to help with energy benchmarking project; assist staff engineers analyzing utility data and identify energy efficiency potentials; assist staff engineers in energy savings verifications and identify causes for unrealized savings; populate and maintain databases and spreadsheets to ensure that information is useable, accurate and verifiable. In addition, this intern will assist staff who primarily works on ARRA funds and Power Fund.

Communication:

This position is responsible for helping with the marketing and outreach staffing necessary to help Iowans become energy independent. This position will be focused on providing graphic arts and design services for program outreach and marketing materials, but will also be responsible for making web updates and writing web content on a daily basis.

Legislative & Marketing:

This position is necessary to assist staff with the administration of the appliance rebate program to retrieve information from the appliance rebate on-line database; answer questions from customers on the status of their rebate, which appliances are eligible for rebates, and hot to apply for a rebate; assist in training of retailers, manufacturers and distributors; assist with the Building Energy Smart Program by preparing materials for monthly marketing meetings; assisting with quarterly advisory board meetings by making meeting arrangements, preparing the meeting materials, completing meeting notes and tracking progress; gathering information for and writing case studies, marketing materials and web features; inputting information in program databases, developing and retrieving pre-established reports; developing tracking systems for legislative initiatives and inputting information in the database; developing and writing an internal legislative newsletter for staff.

Vision Financial Group is seeking individuals who have a desire to start their own business as an independent financial advisor. In order for Vision Financial Group to be interested in you, you must be a self-starter who has strong skills in the following areas: leadership, listening skills, responsibility, trustworthiness, confidence, coachability, disciplined, and a high level of maturity. In addition, we expect applicants to have strong resumes and extracurricular involvement in addition to their education or current employment.

www.vision-financial-group.com

Cindy L. Vandenburg
Executive Assistant
Vision Financial Group
206 6th Ave. Suite 920
Des Moines, IA 50309-4025

(800) 558-7605 or (515) 243-2222 ext. 309

Securities offered through ING Financial Partners, Inc.,
Member SIPC
Vision Financial Group is not a subsidiary of or
controlled by ING Financial Partners, Inc.

Investment Research Internship (Equities) - #211145 Location: IA - Des Moines

Date Posted: 05/21/2010

Close Date: 06/04/2010

Investments Intern: Principal Financial We are looking for an intern to help us research equity investments. In this position you will use our tools and research approach to provide information on potential investments to our team. An investment analyst will work with you to ensure the information you are providing is correct and help you grow in your knowledge of the market.

In order to be considered for this position you must be pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree related to investments. We are looking for naturally curious people with a passion for the market and high degree of attention to detail. A GPA above 3.00 is preferred, and exposure to investment research through glasswork, student organizations, internships or for personal development is preferred.

This will be a full-time internship through mid August.

Investment Research Internship (Equities) - #211145

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COMMUNICATIONS (INCLUDES MARKETING/PUBLIC RELATIONS/MULTIMEDIA)

Riverhead Resources

Marketing Intern

For Consideration E-mail Resumes To: Katherine Harrington at kharrington@riverheadresources.com

Des Moines, Iowa Marketing Intern

General Description

The Marketing Intern will help to a) build a business and marketing plan for a new agricultural product b) conduct competitive research as needed c) copywriting for e-newsletter and internal newsletter d) assist with public relations, event coordination, PowerPoint presentation development, copy editing, direct mail, social media and Web site optimization.

Duties

 Build a complete business plan including market analysis, business model, financial plan, operation plan and implementation strategies for a new agricultural product

 Build a marketing plan including target audience, market analysis, competitive analysis, sales strategy and 4P’s

 Make phone calls and conduct on-line research on market and competitive conditions

 Write copy for customer and internal newsletters

 Write press releases, coordinate customer meetings and events, develop creative PowerPoint presentations for meetings, edit all marketing communications, assist with direct mail campaigns, develop social media applications and optimize Web sites via content creation

requirements

 High school diploma or GED

 At least 2 years college experience with significant coursework in Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or Business

 Strong knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel

 Knowledge of Social Media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, You Tube) preferred

 Agricultural background preferred

 Entrepreneurial minded

 Outgoing & Courteous

Friends of the Des Moines Botanical Center, a non-profit 501c3 organization, is looking for two college interns. The students will work on the Friends Bloom bi-monthly newsletter, financials, web site re-design, marketing and branding opportunities for plants and products as well as membership development. You will also help organize educational workshops and seminars for the public-all ages from grade school to seniors. Study and research other botanic gardens. This is an un-paid internship.

Please send cover letter and resume to: Amanda Jordan

ajordan@botanicalcenter.com <mailto:ajordan@botanicalcenter.com>

Friends of the Des Moines Botanical Center

909 Robert D. Ray Drive

Des Moines, IA 50316

No phone calls please.

Siobhan Spain

Communications Specialist

COSC | Center on Sustainable Communities

515.707.2783 | siobhan@icosc.com | www.icosc.com

Iowa's Trusted Educational Resource for Sustainable Building

COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

Position: Part-Time, Flexible

Description: Assist media relations needs and the launch of COSC’s new website.

Reports to: Communications Specialist

Salary: Unpaid with potential for compensation after review period.

Position Summary

COSC is Iowa’s trusted educational resource for sustainable building and seeks capable go-getter to assist with the launch of new website. This position presents opportunities to gain hands-on experience in the following areas:

 Learning about a respected local non-profit and Iowa’s green building industry

 Working with knowledgeable staff and design company in launching of a new robust and information-rich website

 Researching, coordinating, writing, editing and updating content

 Producing member profile/case study stories

 Coordinating feature content such as “Ask the Expert” videos and messaging, and a Sustainable Resource Directory search tool

 Managing and improving social media strategies

 Marketing strategies for website, programs and memberships

Qualifications and Skills Preferred:

 Experience and/or education in one of the following areas: communications, journalism, marketing or public/media relations.

 Excellent written and interactive communications skills

 Strong computer skills, proficiency with Macintosh computers

 Organized, creative thinker

 Ability to be flexible, positive, take initiative, and demonstrate good judgment

 Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow-through on tasks and projects

To apply, send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to:

CENTER ON SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

219 1/2 Fifth Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265

or Siobhan@icosc.com, subject line: "Communications Intern"

Date Posted: 06/25/2010

Group Sales Intern

Hours Required: Approximately 20-30 hours/week & events

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in promoting and implementing all family shows and sporting events to Group Sales customers. Actively sell to current and prospective clients Assist in researching target markets, creating promotional materials and developing and implementing event promotions. General administrative duties. Assist in handling customer seat selection and processing orders. Assist in updating and maintaining department databases and spreadsheets, including research and implementation. Day of events assistance with group sales programs along with meet & greets.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• College students with Junior or Senior status

• 20-30 hours per week during normal business hours with flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.

• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Photoshop

Application Information:

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Katie Johnson at kjohnson@iowaeventscenter.com.

Global Spectrum is an equal opportunity employer.

COMMUNICATIONS INTERN Part-Time, Flexible

Assist media relations needs and the launch of COSC’s new website. Unpaid with potential for compensation after review period.

Learning about a respected local non-profit and Iowa’s green building industry
Working with knowledgeable staff and design company in launching of a new robust and information-rich website
Researching, coordinating, writing, editing and updating content
Producing member profile/case study stories
Coordinating feature content such as “Ask the Expert” videos and messaging, and a Sustainable Resource Directory search tool
Managing and improving social media strategies
Marketing strategies for website, programs and memberships

Qualifications and Skills Preferred:

Experience and/or education in one of the following areas: communications, journalism, marketing or public/media relations.
Excellent written and interactive communications skills
Strong computer skills, proficiency with Macintosh computers
Organized, creative thinker
Ability to be flexible, positive, take initiative, and demonstrate good judgment
Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow-through on tasks and projects

To apply, send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to:

CENTER ON SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
219 1/2 Fifth Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265
or Siobhan@icosc.com, subject line: "Communications Intern"

Date Posted: 06/25/2010

Des Moines Buccaneers Internship

Sales & Marketing interns will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of the Des Moines Buccaneers during the season. Intern duties include, but are not limited to, assisting in pre and post-game events, promotions and advertising campaigns, ticket sales, web site updates, helping coordinate public appearances, aiding in the planning of special events and promotions on game night(s), helping coordinate mascot appearances, Bucky's Kid's Club events and the Buccaneers "Stick with Reading" program, maintaining an always-productive relationship with organizations through donation requests, putting together game notes and much more. Interns should possess strong organization skills, knowledge of Microsoft Excel, outgoing personality and time management skills. This is an unpaid internship that will will begin in late September and last through the end of the season (April or May).

Qualifications/Majors Desired:

Sales, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or another sports related field.

Appcation Procedure Email resume and cover letter to danielle@bucshockey.com.

Closing Date:August 31, 2010

Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Intern – Summer 2010

Riverhead Resources, LLC is sponsoring an internship for The Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines. We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented, organized and motivated individual. The Intern will participate in creating a non-profit directory of local, regional, and statewide agencies with accompanying calendars and services guides. The Intern will report to the Director of Marketing and Development at the CFGDM.

1. Develop database of local, regional, and statewide non-profit agencies. 2. Determine geographic area of services.

3. Research metrics and analyze depth of services.

4. Create calendar of statewide agency activities and events.

5. Develop a comprehensive local, regional, and statewide services guide.

Candidates for the internship should be currently enrolled in a college or university.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Excellent analytical skills

• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills

• Data collection and organization

PREFERRED SKILLS

• High proficiency with Microsoft Office

• Must be responsible, flexible and hardworking

Note: Hours of work are based on school session and schedule. The job is intended to be a full-time internship.

Send resume and cover letter to:

Katherine Riley Harrington, MSHR
Director, Fulfillment
Riverhead Resources, LLC
Feed Energy Company
515-263-0408
www.riverheadresources.com
www.feedenergy.com

Joint Stakeholder Economic Development Internship – Summer 2010

Riverhead Resources is seeking a motivated, organized and detail-oriented individuals with good quantitative skills to serve as a Data Research intern. The Data Research intern will work closely with Iowa Economic Development, Association of Business and Industry, Iowa State University, and DIS to assist in collecting data in order to assure the efficient operation and timely delivery of accurate information. The Intern will benefit from hands-on experience with data collection, analysis, and presentation, as well as the opportunity to enhance research skills and gain an overall perspective on the day-today functions of the Iowa Department of Economic Development. Duties include but are not limited to the following:

1. Collect and review data from statewide innovation, entrepreneurial, and business development agencies both public and private.

2. Analysis of the spectrum of services provided by the business development agencies.

3. Collection and presentation of geographic areas each agency influences.

4. Develop comprehensive presentation of collected data.

Candidates for the internship should either be currently enrolled in a college or university, or have already graduated. Math or Economics Majors preferred. Graduate students will be considered.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Excellent analytical skills written, oral and interpersonal skills

• High proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced knowledge of excel (formulas, pivot tables, etc.)

Note: Hours of work are based on school session and schedule. The job is intended to be a full-time internship.

Send resume and cover letter to:

Katherine Riley Harrington, MSHR, Director, Fulfillment
Riverhead Resources, LLC
Feed Energy Company
515-263-0408
www.riverheadresources.com
www.feedenergy.com

Radio Interns: The Des Moines Radio Group is looking for summer, fall/winter, and spring interns. If you are motivated to extend your education in radio marketing or broadcasting beyond the classroom, consider applying. These are unpaid internships but you will get the chance to attend station events, concerts, movie premieres, and private VIP listener parties. To apply: Send your resume, cover letter, and recommendations to Chris Beck, Des Moines Radio Group, 1416 Locust, Des Moines, IA 50309. Email: cbeck@desmoinesradiogroup.com. No phone calls please. Deadlines: Fall/Winter 2010- 8/7/10, and Spring 2011- 12/4/10.

Attorney General Office Intern: The Iowa Attorney General's Office has excellent internship opportunities in its Consumer Protection Division. Interns will learn about the justice system, legislation, consumer protection, investigations, and constituency service by working with assistant attorney generals, investigators, and on their own cases. The internship is for credit only. Applicants should have strong written and verbal communication, an interest in law, government, or communications, and be able to work a minimum of 8-10 hours a week. To apply: Send a resume and cover letter to Debra Moore, Executive Officer, Iowa Attorney General's Office, 1305 E. Walnut, Des Moines, IA 50319. (open)

Promotions Internships: Saga Communications' Des Moines Radio Group is hiring for promotions and marketing unpaid internships year round. Interns will interact with nearly 100,000 listeners from DMRG's six stations on a daily basis and execute marketing campaigns and on-the-street promotions for clients and various charity organizations. Applicants should be majoring in Business, Broadcast Journalism, Marketing, Advertising, or Sales. To apply: Send your resume, cover letter, and recommendations to Chris Beck at 1416 Locust St., Des Moines, IA 50309 or email them to cbeck@desmoinesradiogroup.com. No phone calls please. Deadlines: Fall/Winter 2010 - 8/7/10; and Spring 2011 -12/4/10.

Legal Interns: The Legal Department has two types of internships available. These internships provide students an excellent opportunity to observe the workings of state government from the center of the executive branch. One intern will work primarily with the Assistant to the General Counsel in matters such as the review of clemency files and responding correspondence. Students applying should be first year law students or an undergrad with an interest in attending law school. The second intern will work with the General Counsel and Associate General Counsel. They will be assigned to legal research and writing projects in a variety of areas of law including administrative rules, ethics and open meetings/pubic record. Special projects may also be assigned. The intern will be asked to attend various public hearings and/or public meetings and provide a written or verbal summary of the proceedings. Students applying should be enrolled in law school and possess strong legal research and writing skills and an ability to produce a high-quality work product in a short amount of time. If interested in any of these internships, send resume and completed application form to Adam Gross, Outreach Coordinator/Volunteer Liaison, Govenor's Office, State Capitol, Des Moines, IA 50319 or Molly Clause, Administrative Assistant, Govenor's Office, State Capitol, Des Moines, IA 50319 or fax 515-281-6611. For more important information and a copy of the application please go to www.governor.iowa.gov/administration/intern.php (open)

Internships with National Journalism Center: Spring, Summer, and Fall internships are available. Will have the chance to apprentice with established Washington journalists, weekly seminars with speakers many are NJC alumni, supervision and instruction by NJC editors, Computer Assisted Research and Reporting, and job bank placement assistance with our network of media contacts upon completion of the internship. To apply, fill out and submit the online application with two writing samples, cover letter, and resume either by mail or fax. Mail to: Krystle Weeks, Assistant to the Executive Director, National Journalism Center, 110 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170, fax: 703.318.9122, ATTN: Krystle Weeks (open)

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Pioneer Intern: Pioneer is Ankeny is looking for an intern to assist in maintaining efficient operation for RIDM process control systems, serve as a support contact for Regulatory Groups globally accessed electronic document management system, provide end user support and trouble issues with DM functionality, perform DM system testing under manager supervision, and assist in the development of training, support, and system documentation. Applicant should be a major or minor in management, computer science, information systems, or a related field. To apply: Visit www.pioneer.com/careers and apply for job #11721BR. For more information email Megan Letizia at megan.letizia@pioneer.com. Deadline is 6/15/10.

EDUCATION

GENERAL

International Programs Internship, Unpaid

Assist the staff with various projects, programs, and events. Responsibilities could include:

Development and implementation of a marketing strategy for events and programs, including creation of promotional materials.-Scheduling and escorting international visitors -Planning international events and forums -Writing reports, grant proposals, or other resources for outside use -Assist with translation/interpretation services. Basic office assistance, including database management. Must be available to work a minimum of 15 hours.

Qualifications:

• College student requiring college internship credit or experience. Background in any of the following but not limited to: marketing, journalism/mass communications, international relations or business, political science, foreign language. Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong interpersonal skills. Ability to be self-directed and work independently or as part of a team. Ability to handle multiple tasks, set deadlines, and maintain accurate records. Problem solving skills including the ability to resolve conflicts and recommend an appropriate course of action and ability to stay poised under pressure. Computer experience in Microsoft Office software, specifically word processing and database software.

To apply:

Please visit our website to download an application. Send a cover letter, resume, and complete application to Ashlee at ashlee.stoddard@iciu.org Contact Information: Ashlee Stoddard, International Programs Manager, Iowa Council for International Understanding (515) 282-8269, ext. 12 ashlee.stoddard@iciu.org

GOVERNMENT

Washington Internship Institute: Three internship programs are offered for undergraduate and graduate students including The Capital Experience for students of all majors exploring careers in DC, The Embassy and Diplomatic Scholars Program for students with interests in international relations including language and business, and Go Green! for students with interests in environmental action and policy. For more information visit www.wiidc.org. (open)

DC Internships: Check out the many internship opportunities available in Washington D.C. with courses through Georgetown University. Programs offered in the summer, fall, and spring on topics including public policy, journalism, philanthropy, and government affairs. To apply: Fill out an online application at www.DCinternships.org. (open)

Governor's Office Interns: The Iowa Governor's office is offering a diverse internship program. The program is designed to meet the individual needs of students and assist the Governor's office in meeting the goals of the office. the categories of internships that are currently available are: Communications - Policy - Outreach - Casework- Administrative and Legal. A more detailed description of duties is available in the Career Services office. Individuals interested should send a resume and completed application form to: Adam Gross, Outreach Coordinator/Volunteer Liaison, Governor's Office, State Capital, 1007 E. Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50319 or email adam.gross@iowa .gov. Application deadlines for each term are: Fall - August 17, Spring- December 7, and Summer- May 3. Application form is available at http://www.governor.iowa.gov/index.php/constituent_services/internships/ (open)

SCIENCES

SPORTS, HEALTH & WELLNESS

Des Moines Buccaneers Internship

Qualifications/Majors Desired:

Sales, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or another sports related field.

Appcation Procedure:

Email resume and cover letter to danielle@bucshockey.com.

Closing Date:August 31, 2010

SOCIAL SCIENCES

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