Saturday, May 3, 2008

San Francisco Internship Program, Summer Internship Program

ORGANIZATION PROFILE: The San Francisco Internship Program is the premier Summer Internship Program for college students. The Program offers guaranteed internship placement, academic credit, housing, guest speakers and amazing activities.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The University of Dreams San Francisco Internship Program is the premier summer internship program in San Francisco for college students! Your participation includes a guaranteed internship in the industry of your choice, lodging for 8 weeks at the University of San Francisco, breakfast and dinner every workday, participation in the weekend activities, career development seminars once a week, and professional staff assistance.

We work with top-notch San Francisco companies in various industries of advertising, finance, marketing, public relations, publishing, and many more! When the weekend hits and you're not working at your desired internship, come explore the city by the bay with us! Some of our past weekend activities have included: a tour of the Napa Valley vineyards, San Francisco Giants baseball game, and a trip to the sandy beaches of Lake Tahoe!

Apply now to join us next summer for a great internship experience, with San Francisco at your doorstep!

REQUIREMENTS (if any):

See Eligibility Criteria online: www.SanFranciscoInternships.com/eligibility

INTERNSHIP PERIOD: Summer
LOCATION: San Francisco, CA
SECTORS:
Entertainment
Finance
Advertising
Broadcasting
Business
Communications
eBusiness
Economics
Editing
Event Planning
Fashion Design
Film
Hospitality Management
Human Resources
International Business
International Marketing
Internet
Investment Banking
Journalism
Law
Management
Marketing
Media
Minority Students
Music
Non-profit
Photography
Promotions
Public Relations
Publishing
Radio
Real Estate
Sales
Sports Management
Sports Marketing
Television
Tourism
SALARY: N
STIPEND: N
TUITION ASSISTANCE: Y
COLLEGE CREDITS: Y
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 1, 2008
APPLICATION PROCESS:

www.SanFranciscoInternships.com/apply/

Indicate that you learned of our internship position through the Rising Star Internships web site.

CONTACT INFORMATION
Kelly Watt
Enrollment Advisor
455 Los Gatos Blvd
Los Gatos, CA 95032
USA

Telephone: 312-701-1069
URL: www.SanFranciscoInternships.com

http://www.rsinternships.com/applications/posting.php3?ID=2428
Please visit the website posted above to send an email to the organization.

Posted by: Jessica He
Jyhe@ucdavis.edu
Posted on May 3,2008

LEADING TECH FIRM ,PAID PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN POSITION

(SOMA / south beach)

Connect with your future public relations career success right now – at Connecting Point Communications. We’re a top San Francisco based independent national technology public relations firm and a winner of multiple coveted Silver Anvils – the Academy Award of public relations.

Our clients are well-recognized names across a variety of consumer and business products and services. Our clients demand Type A achievers who excel at being resourceful, creative, results-oriented professionals – so that’s what we seek of you.

Our intern program places several extraordinary individuals per semester into an intensive program of mentoring with many of the same professional activities you would have if you joined us as a regular status professional post-graduation – which is a possibility we would love to consider if all goes great!

You may not have the PR experience – that’s why you seek an internship – but you are as smart as you’ll ever be and we’ll treat you that way. If you give us your all, we’ll guarantee you one of the most exciting experiences of your college years. We’ll also give you support to speed your post-college success in a number of ways, ranging from experience and skills development through introductions, references and referrals.

To qualify, you must:
- Be a college senior or post-grad still seeking the right focus for yourself, with a combination of at least two internships and/or summer jobs in a business environment.
- Have credentials that demonstrate top academic and leadership performance.
- Be driven to determine your ability to enjoy and excel in the field of public relations.
- Be able to work a regular schedule of 40 hours per week – although 25 hours per week minimum will be considered.

To be considered, please submit an email to candidate@cpcomm.com pasting your resume, including current GPA, as text into the body of the email, referencing “Intern Applicant” within the title. EMAILS CONTAINING ATTACHMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. For more information about our firm please visit us at www.cpcomm.com.



* Compensation: TBD
* This is an internship job
* Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
* Please, no phone calls about this job!
* Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.


PostingID: 665498604

Reply to: candidate@cpcomm.com
Date: 2008-05-02, 5:18PM PDT

Posted By: Jessica He
Jyhe@ucdavis.edu
Posted on: May 3,2008

944 Media, Account Executive

944 Magazine is the largest regional glossy publication on the West Coast. With a monthly circulation of more than 220,000; our fashion, entertainment and lifestyle publication caters upwardly mobile 21- to 38-year-old demographic. For more information, visit our Web site at www.944.com.

This position works with the local sales team in pursuing advertisement sales for our local publication.

Responsibilities

* Attend weekly sales meetings.
* Generate local sales leads.
* Cold calling local businesses to establish relationships.
* Generate appointments.
* Travel to clientele office for business meetings/negotiations.
* Frequent follow up with clients to ensure satisfaction.
* Accurately inputting and updating information on clients and new sales made into the Company’s database systems in a timely manner.
* Communicate sponsorship and branding opportunities to current clientele as they arise.
* Submit daily report to sales director.
* Network at company events.
* Generate sales proposal presentations.
* Attain clientele advertisements before press deadline and submit to production staff.
* Achieve sales goals determined by sales director.

Requirements
Qualifications

* 3-5 years in publishing sales or similar industry.
* Degree in business, sales, marketing or similar field preferred, but not required.
* Must possess reliable transportation.
* Working knowledge of Internet and basic MS Office applications.


PAY: We offer competitive base salary and commission structure
BENEFITS: 401K, Dental, Health, Commission, Bonuses

Posted By: Jessica He
Jyhe@ucdavis.edu
May 3, 2008

Thursday, May 1, 2008

Sales and Marketing Internship - Fashion Industry (mainly Burbank, sometimes Santa Monica)

Located: Burbank & Santa Monica, CA

Desert Blue Premium Jeans is a high-end denim company, well known in the industry. We have been in the business for a few years and have had great success! We distribute to stores worldwide and our denim jeans are worn by famous celebrities such as Lindsey Lohan and Fergie. Our designer started as an in-demand model, both runway and print, and has worked with great companies such as Joe's Jeans and BCBG.

This is a great opportunity for a freshman or sophomore college student interested in working in sales and marketing for the fashion industry. We are looking for an outgoing, passionate, dedicated, and diligent self-starter, who takes initiative. We prefer someone with a friendly disposition, professional appearance, and some fashion sense.

This is a part time and unpaid position, but in exchange for their dedicated commitment, the intern will receive a well rounded experience in marketing/sales in the fashion industry. The candidate will also have the opportunity to develop great references for his/her resume.

This internship is based in Burbank, but the intern may have to travel to the Santa Monica location, from time to time. Daily working hours and internship time period can be flexible, but we definitely need a minimum of 16 – 20 hours per week, with at least two months of commitment starting as soon as possible.

Responsibilities include:

1. Assist with marketing campaigns
2. Assist with gathering information needed for development of company
3. Research and analysis for sales and marketing database
4. Involvement in development of new marketing and sales strategies
5. Assist with sending out marketing promotions
6. Assist in building and maintaining client and customer relations

Qualifications:

- Must be a current college student or graduate in Business, Marketing,
or Communications
- Excellent researching skills
- Creative marketing intuition
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Efficient organization skills
- Detailed oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Internet savvy
- Ability to multi-task
- Self motivated and eager to learn
- Knowledge of Word, Excel

Compensation: This is a part-time, unpaid internship.

Please respond by sending your cover letter and resume to Renina via email at renina@desertblue.com, or via fax at 800-900-1471. References is a plus, but not required.


Posted by: Julia Woo

FASHION MAGAZINE EDITORIAL INTERN (BEVERLY HILLS)

Located: Beverly Hills, Ca

Fashion publication located in Beverly Hills seeks 2 interns to write, edit and research. Our editorial focus is the expanding Los Angeles fashion scene.

The position offers:
-a true opportunity to write and have your work published
-an introduction to the local fashion scene

Applicants must have:
-a passion for fashion
-superior writing skills
-a degree or partial degree in jounalism or other major which emphasizes writing skills

Please email your resume along with a writing sample. Applicants who do not include a writing sample will not be considered.

Email: job-661757438@craigslist.org

Posted by: Julia Woo

Internship for Fashion PR Firm (Beverly Hills)

Located: Beverly Hills, Ca

PR firm is looking for confident, driven, and personable interns. We are a growing boutique fashion PR firm located in Beverly Hills and are now interviewing internship candidates. The qualified individual will have a passion for learning the business and developing a career in the fashion and public relations industry. For the right person, there is a possibility that this will turn into a full-time position after 3 months. We are looking for an intern who will support and nourish the continuous growth of the company.

Responsibilities may include (but not limited to):
- Maintaining database of media contacts, stylists, editors, etc.
- Supporting staff by making research and follow-up inquiries
- Monitoring and archiving product placement in publications
- Searching media outlets – print, web, etc. for placement
- Gifting celebrities, stylists, and editors
- General office duties including – answering phones, shipping packages, ordering office supplies, assisting staff in day to day tasks

Qualifications we are looking for:
- Proactive go-getter who is willing to be hands-on
- Excellent phone, writing and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and work both independently and within a group
- Reliable, detail-oriented and extremely motivated
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Internet research experience
- Outgoing and professional with a sense of humor
- Preferably a student in their last semesters of undergrad

Other requirements/important information:
- Minimum of 15 hours a week (2-3 days)
- Knowledge/prior experience in fashion and/or PR a plus – but not required
- College credit available/unpaid
- Must have a commitment of at least 3 months
- Position available immediately
- Must like dogs (we have an adorable one in the office)


** Please email us your cover letter and resume. We look forward to hearing from you! **


email: job-662337024@craigslist.org

Posted by: Julia Woo

Fashion Design Intern (Downtown, Los Angeles CA)

Located: Los Angeles, Ca

Non-Paid Internship

Design Room Assistant

Junior/Missy Market Manufacturer in Downtown LA

Responsibilities include but are not limited to following:
-answering phones occasionally
-assist in preparing presentation boards
-cut/organize swatches
-assist in preparing for presentations, meetings, trips
-file paperwork/sketches
-tag & organize samples/artwork

Plus if familiar w/ Adobe Illustrator but not required, great opportunity to enhance skill in creating industry technical sketches.

Opportunity to work w/ both design team and merchandising team.

Flexible Schedule, great if you are going to school and want to get hands on experience in the fashion industry at the same time.

Please e-mail resume if interested, after review will call to set up interview. Please send resumes only if interested. Need to start ASAP.

email: job-662696293@craigslist.org

Posted by: Julia Woo

Design Assistant - Swimwear (Vernon, CA.)

Located: Vernon, Ca

Recognized as a global leader of women’s contemporary fashion, BCBG Max Azria Group continues to grow and diversify. With an international vision of Bon Chic, Bon Genre (French for Good Style, Good Attitude), BCBG Max Azria Group maintains the highest standards in creativity, quality and innovation – in its product offering, operations and staff. The Group’s vast portfolio of over 15 brands encompasses a retail and wholesale network of more than 9,000 points of sale in over 45 countries on 5 continents. With more than 10 offices around the globe, our worldwide team is integral to the company's successful expansion. We are currently seeking creative, talented and dynamic individuals to join our growing workforce of over 10,000 employees. The following exciting opportunity is located at our Global Headquarters in Los Angeles, California.


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Creating line sheets, design cards, and trim cards
• Coordinating sample and dupe lines
• Trim sourcing
• Flat sketching

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ARE:

• 0 to 1 years of experience
• Design degree required
• Good team player
• Strong organizational and follow up skills
• Good design sense for color/ styling
• Computer experience (Photoshop, Illustrator and Excel)

Email: cedrea.white@bcbg.com

Posted by: Julia Woo

Seeking Fashion Savvy Salesperson for Internet Sales (Los Angeles)

Located: Los Angeles, Ca

Joomla Data Driven Search Engine Poised to Emerge as National and Global Standard in Industry....

Seeking experienced, driven, college-educated and fashion-savvy Sales Associate as LA Rep.(or even western United States) Candidates must have three years serious sales experience and experience in fashion industry or need not apply.

Candidates must also demonstrate knowledge and experience in public relations, marketing, database operation, webmail, verbal and written communication and ability to pitch sales. In addition to sales acumen, candidates must have a broad scope of awareness of fashion trends (and a sense of style that cannot be learned).

Email: job-663629467@craigslist.org

Posted by: Julia Woo

LIGHTING&FURN. DESIGN CO, SEEKING SEVERAL DESIGN RELATED INTERNS (SHERMAN OAKS, CA.91423)

Located: Sherman Oaks, Ca

NEW FURNITURE AND LIGHTING DESIGN CO. SEEKING OPPORTUNITY FOR STUDENT INTERNSHIPS IN AREAS OF DESIGN: UPDATING OF CURRENT WEBSITE, DIGITAL RENDERING DESIGINING OF NEW FURNITURE DESIGNS,UPDATING AND TOUCH UPS OF CURRENT CATALOG PICTURES USING PHOTO SHOP AND OR ANY OTHER RELATED DESIGN KNOWLEDEGE IN ANY OF THESE AREAS.

email: job-646006569@craigslist.org

Posted by: Julia Woo

Entertainment Marketing Firm -- Seeking Intern (Melrose)

Located: Melrose, CA

Internship available at a premiere Corporate Entertainment Marketing firm based in Los Angeles with Excellent Upside Opportunity,

The Company:

We are a premiere Corporate Entertainment Marketing Agency who produces several franchise events surrounding key Award Shows, Film Festivals, and Sporting Events around the Country. Our events generate millions of key media impressions in the most respected global publications and attract key celebrities and brands. Our company is focused on developing and delivering ground breaking events which align top corporate brands with high profile celebrities with the intention of developing and facilitating future business relationships. We provide corporate sponsors full event production, marketing, public relations and celebrity outreach.

We are looking for motivated individuals with strong interest in the Entertainment PR, Marketing, and Events Business. Applicants should work well in a team setting as well as under pressure, have a positive attitude, and be able to deal with strict deadlines.

The internships include the following:
- sending out invitations and credentials to press and talent for large scale events
- research possible companies to work with our Film and Video product placement division
- Assisting and coordinating large scale Celebrity Events
- Assisting in coordination, production, and distribution of photos to various media outlets.
- Assisting in creating marketing decks and proposals for clients

Applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Office, have a valid drivers license, and reliable transportation. Good computer skills, specifically in adobe illustrator and Photoshop are advised.

EMAIL: job-651201442@craigslist.org

Posted by: Julia Woo

Interns needed for high-end floral and event design company (Santa Monica)

Located: Santa Monica, Ca


A high-end flower boutique in Santa Monica is seeking motivated interns looking for a one of kind opportunity to work with a creative company.

This is a great opportunity for college students who are interested in working in a entrepreneurial atmosphere. Since we are a small company rapidly growing you will be exposed to all aspects of our business.

Must be professional and have a positive attitude for answering phones and welcoming customers. Must be very organized, able to multi-task, and work well with others. Must have a creative eye and an interest in flowers and plants.

We are offering internships that focus on Web/Marketing/PR or Creative/Visual.

Web/Marketing/PR Intern
Responsibilities may include:
- Follow up with media contacts
- Update website
- Maintain customer/client relations
- Community outreach
- Coordinate and help facilitate events


Creative/Visual Intern
Responsibilities may include:
- Assist floral designers
- Water plants
- Merchandise and maintain appearance of store
- Event preparation, design, and execution.


Part-time or Full-time commitment available. 20 hr. minimum/week. Very hands-on experience and great way to build portfolio.

Please e-mail cover letter and resume.


Posted by: Julia Woo

INTERNSHIP / Alternative MEDIA Agency

Located: Los Angeles

Our Company:
Free Hand LLC is a fast growing alternative media agency. We provide an innovative, vibrant, hands-on marketing tool to reach students on campuses. We have a unique business and a fun team. We are looking for the perfect intern. We will consider part time position.

Internship Description:
• Assisting on the development of media plans and issuing insertion orders.
• Serving as sales support for Advertising account executives.
• Monitoring the performance of ad schedules.
• Data entry into our CRM, working on office documents and spreadsheets.

It will also include: conducting media research, attending meetings and preparing reports, researching competitive information, as well as other organizational projects. The intern will have exposure to a variety of internal meetings and will see how projects and campaigns are created, driven and executed.

Requirements:
• Advertising, Marketing, Business, or Communication/PR major.
• Candidates must be undergraduate students and must be eligible to receive academic credit.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a positive attitude.
• Effective time management
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Comfortable using the Internet and MS Office.
• Self motivation and ability to excel with minimum supervision.
• A background in the Media/Advertising industry is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Photoshop/Illustrator is also a plus.

Internships will last a minimum of 5 weeks and may be either full-time or part-time. Your schedule is flexible. For consideration, please submit your resume (or anything remarkable you achieved) and a short email. Please indicate the days and hours you are available.This is an college credit/unpaid internship.

We encourage you to look through our website at www.FreeHandAds.com to learn more about us. Our office is located on Westwood Bld. near UCLA.


Posted by: Julia Woo

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

BCBG Max Azria Corporate Fabric Assistant Position (LA)

From one of our alumni Nancy Smith!
Hey guys!
If you or anyone you know is interested and has a Textiles background please forward me your/their resumes! I will refer and pass them along to my boss and HR! Here is the job description:

Fabric R&D Operation team is responsible for execution and maintaining all fabric test and sample dup orders for each divisions assigned to insure prompt delivery and efficient management of the fabric research operation daily.

Job Responsibilities:

1)Issue sample purchase orders
2)FDR Reports
3)Fabric Specs
4)Assist with Fabric Counter sourcing in necessary***

-All ordering of test fabric and sample/dup fabric
-Responsible to issue all sample purchase orders and follow-up
-Create and maintain weekly FDR reports and meetings
-Update and maintain PDM information
-Make sure all "specs" and "hand standards" are complete and passed with the given deadlines.
-Insure all DP codes are assigned
-Send out color standards om compliance with BCBG lab dip form with DP code
-Organize "unconfirmed spec" recap closely with production on a weekly basis
-Maintain sample fabric receiving books and distribute dup cards to design
-General office duties and all necessary follow-up
-Coordinate any local sample fabric dyeing and follow up

Posted April 30, 2008
Contact: nancy.angela.smith@gmail.com

Posted by: Sarah Kim

Bebe Fit Model

Fit Model
Los Angeles, CA Bebe

Job Description
Size 4 Fit Model (Los Angeles, CA) Essential Functions: Looking for motivated, enthusiastic individual who measures up. Ability to fit 2-4 hrs daily; Fabulous compensation package; bebe is willing to be somewhat flexible with scheduling to accommodate academic schedule. This is fit modeling so the measurements must be exact. Qualifications: Bust: 35”- 34 ½” Under bust: 28 ½” Waist: 25 ½” Hip 4” below waist: 32” Hip 8” below waist 36” to 36 ½” Thigh: 21” Mid thigh: 18 ½” Height 5’ 5” to 5’ 8”

Experience Required
n/a

Last Update
April 30, 2008

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Intern: Melissa Sumodjo

Sanrio Career Oppurtunity

Retail Account Rep..
Torrance , CA Sanrio

Job Description
Job Description: Under the immediate supervision of the Retail Business Development Director responsible to develop and maintain new and existing retail accounts and partner with licensees to maintain and grow their presence and sales in assigned accounts. Prepare, organize and coordinate Retail Business Development Department projects. Requirements: College degree and two (2) years related experience or equivalent; requires knowledge of Sanrio brand and products. Works under minimal supervision and relies on experience, judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Must: possess excellent written/verbal communication and presentation skills, be analytical, detail oriented; have good time management, organization and prioritization skills and experience with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Power Point, etc.). Frequent travel requirements--must be able to regularly drive to/from customer accounts; bi-monthly overnight air travel may be required. This position is located in Torrance, CA.

Experience Required
2 plus years exp.

Last Update
March 20, 2008

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Intern: Melissa Sumodjo

Burton Sales Internship

Sales Intern
Irvine, CA Burton

Job Description
The Sales Intern will assist the Gravis Sales Coordinator & Sales Manager in the collection, input, maintenance and analysis of sales data from our global sales organization. Interns will be involved with various sales projects such as distribution analysis, competitive landscape analysis, and the maintenance of computer applications specific to sales. Applicants must be able to interact effectively with all levels of management, and requires excellent oral and written communication skills. The candidate should be self-directed, a fast learner, be able to work independently, and have an extremely high attention to detail. Action Sport industry knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel is recommended. This position requires a minimum of 15 hours/week. **This is an unpaid internship program. Intern must be enrolled in undergraduate degree program and get credits for the internship.

Experience Required
intern

Last Update
March 12, 2008

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Intern: Melissa Sumodjo

More Internship

MORE’s growing fashion closet is looking for some superstar interns to start for the fall semester. Tasks include but are not limited to tracking samples in and out of the closet, assisting with photo shoots and helping our editors with administrative tasks. We are a small department, so this is a great way to get real hands-on experience and really see how a fashion department runs.
Posted 4/21/08.


Contact:


Please email resumes to fashion assistant Rachel Wilk at rachel.wilk@meredith.com. School credit is required.

intern: Melissa Sumodjo

ambermag.com internship

AMBERmag.com, an online beauty and fashion web destination for African
Americans and Latinas is seeking web-savvy editorial interns interested in
covering beauty, fashion and urban entertainment and lifestyle. Must have
writing experience; skilled with photoshop and have a hunger for news
reporting. Will receive training on Content Management tool, but must be
able to pitch ideas relevant to the audience we serve, attend events on our
behalf, and write in a fast-paced environment. This internship is unpaid
and requires 10 to 20 hours per week, starting June 1 (possible to continue
to the fall).
Posted 4/21/08.


Contact:


If interested, send resume and links of writing examples to: mcole@ambermag.com. No phone calls. Please visit our site at http://www.ambermag.com.



intern: Melissa Sumodjo

PR Superstars Wanted

Unbelievable opportunity at a growing, fast-paced boutique PR agency with Offices in Los Angeles. We are seeking highly motivated, talented PR students with exceptional writing skills!

Candidates must be extremely organized with a sharp eye for detail and the ability to multi-task effectively under deadlines. Superior communication and writing skills A MUST!

This is a great opportunity for PR students interested in gaining experience in the entertainment, fashion, travel, product and music industries.

Looking for a self-motivated, upbeat candidates who want to learn and grow with the agency.

**This is a non-paid internship with the opportunity to get college credit**

Please send your resume to: rsvp@berkcommunications.com

intern: Melissa Sumodjo

PR Superstars Wanted

Unbelievable opportunity at a growing, fast-paced boutique PR agency with Offices in Los Angeles. We are seeking highly motivated, talented PR students with exceptional writing skills!

Candidates must be extremely organized with a sharp eye for detail and the ability to multi-task effectively under deadlines. Superior communication and writing skills A MUST!

This is a great opportunity for PR students interested in gaining experience in the entertainment, fashion, travel, product and music industries.

Looking for a self-motivated, upbeat candidates who want to learn and grow with the agency.

**This is a non-paid internship with the opportunity to get college credit**

Please send your resume to: rsvp@berkcommunications.com

intern: Melissa Sumodjo

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Internship Spring 2008 Alternative Media Agency (LA)

Our Company:

Free Hand LLC is a fast growing alternative media agency. We provide an innovative, vibrant, hands-on marketing tool to reach students on campuses. We have a unique business and a fun team. We are looking for the perfect intern. We will consider part time position.



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Internship Description:
• Assisting on the development of media plans and issuing insertion orders.
• Serving as sales support for Advertising account executives.
• Monitoring the performance of ad schedules.
• Data entry into our CRM, working on office documents and spreadsheets.

It will also include: conducting media research, attending meetings and preparing reports, researching competitive information, as well as other organizational projects. The intern will have exposure to a variety of internal meetings and will see how projects and campaigns are created, driven and executed.



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Requirements:
• Advertising, Marketing, Media, or Communication/PR major.
• Candidates must be undergraduate students and must be eligible to receive academic credit.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a positive attitude.
• Effective time management
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Comfortable using the Internet and MS Office.
• Self motivation and ability to excel with minimum supervision.
• A background in the Media/Advertising industry is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Photoshop/Illustrator is also a plus.

Internships will last a minimum of 5 weeks and may be either full-time or part-time. Your schedule is flexible. For consideration, please submit your resume (or anything remarkable you achieved) and a short email. Please indicate the days and hours you are available.

We encourage you to look through our website at www.FreeHandAds.com to learn more about us. Our office is located on Westwood Bld. near UCLA.

Location: Los Angeles 90024
Compensation: College credit
This is a part-time job.
This is an internship job


Posted by: Sarah Haroon

Merchandising Intern: TOYS R US (New Jersey) & Design Internship: Toys"R"Us, Inc.

Company: TOYS R US
Type: Intern
Status: Full Time
Hours/Shifts: First Shift(Day)
Location: Wayne
New Jersey, 07470

Merchandising Intern

Toys"R"Us, Inc. is one of the leading retailers of toys and baby products with more than 1,500 freestanding destination toy and baby specialty stores worldwide. The company sells merchandise through 588 toy stores in the U.S. and more than 690 international toy stores, including licensed and franchise stores, as well as through its Internet site at www.toysrus.com. Babies"R"Us is the largest baby product specialty store chain in the world and a leader in the juvenile industry, and sells merchandise in more than 250 stores in the U.S. as well as on the Internet at www.babiesrus.com.Toys"R"Us, Inc. currently operates the following divisions:

Toys"R"Us, U.S.
Toys"R"Us, International
Babies"R"Us
Toysrus.com
Toys"R"Us, Inc. is seeking an intern for the Merchandising department located at the global headquarters in Wayne, New Jersey. The 10-week paid summer internship program at Toys"R"Us, Inc. provides:
Exposure to the global retail industry
Practical and professional experience
Networking opportunities

Prepare to work with management and contribute to advancing the growth of the world’s leading toys and baby products retailer. Toys"R"Us, Inc. believes in giving its interns a real world business experience.
The primary responsibilities of the intern are to:

Work closely with the Planning & Allocation team and gain exposure to the cross-functionality it has with other departments such as Buying, Logistics, Operations and Forecasting
Attend and participate in planning meetings
Conduct independent research, analyze data, compile reports and present findings

Toys"R"Us, Inc. seeks students with:

Excellent communication including verbal, written and presentation skills
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Completion of junior year towards an undergraduate degree in Marketing or Merchandising
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Access to own transportation and housing

If you are interested and qualified, please send cover letter and resume to Jane.Baczynski@toysrus.com

Posted by: Sarah Haroon

E-Commerce Intern - Summer 2008: WARNACO (New York)

Company: WARNACO
Type: Intern
Status: Full Time
Location: New York City
New York, 10018

Warnaco Inc. designs, sources, markets, licenses and distributes a broad line of intimate apparel, sportswear and swimwear worldwide. We sell our products under several highly recognized

brand names, including Calvin Klein®, Speedo®, Chaps®, Warner's® and Olga®.


Warnaco Inc. relies on its renowned brand names to appeal to a wide range of consumers. We design products spanning various price points and strive to meet the needs and shopping

preferences of male and female consumers across a broad age spectrum.


This summer, Warnaco Inc. will offer 9-week internship opportunities within its sportswear, intimate apparel and corporate divisions beginning Monday, June 9 and concluding Friday, August 8, 2008.


E-Commerce Intern


Job Responsibilities:

Update product information on cku.com
Work on special projects for cku.com and speedousa.com .
Look at new ways to market our product on community sites like Facebook, MySpace, etc.
Analyze current programs and performance
Assist in the project management for the development of calvinkleinjeans.com

Job Requirements:

Candidates should be pursuing a degree in fashion or e-commerce
Candidates must have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Application Requirements -All intern candidates must:
Be legally authorized to work in the US.
Be enrolled full-time in an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program.
Be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) during the entire 9-week program.
Responsible for your own transportation and housing (if applicable).
At Warnaco, we have exciting and challenging careers for people who are passionate about our brands and are determined to succeed in a fast-paced, creative environment. If you are
looking for an exceptional internship experience in a culture that thrives on teamwork and collaboration while also recognizing individual contributions, then we encourage you to submit your resume for immediate consideration.


Please submit your resume as a Word attachment via email to:


careers@warnaco.com

Company Description:

Warnaco designs, sources, manufactures and markets, licenses and distributes a broad line of intimate apparel, sportswear and swimwear worldwide. We sell our products under several highly recognized brand names, including Warner's®, Olga®, Calvin Klein®, Speedo®, Ocean Pacific®, Chaps®, Nautica® and Lejaby®. Our products are distributed domestically and internationally, primarily to wholesale customers through multiple distribution channels, including major department stores, independent retailers, chain stores, membership clubs, specialty and other stores and mass merchandisers and the internet, including such leading retailers as Macy's and other units of Federated Department Stores, J.C. Penney, Kohl's, Sears, Target, Costco and Wal-Mart. The Company also operates over 75 Calvin Klein underwear retail stores worldwide (45 directly and approximately 30 under retail licenses or distributorship agreements) For fiscal year ended January 1, 2005, 72.6% of the Company's net revenues were generated from domestic sales and approximately 27.4% were generated from international sales
Be sure to specify E-Commerce Intern in the subject line.


Posted by: Sarah Haroon

Margin Foreign Exchange Trading - Sales/Trading Internship: FOREX CAPITAL MARKETS (New York)

Company: FOREX CAPITAL MARKETS
Type: Employee
Status: Full Time
Details on Hours/Shifts: Interns are expected to work between 10 and 40 hours per week. Flexible.
Salary Details: The internship is paid at a rate of $10 per hour
Location: New York
New York, 10005

FXCM is currently seeking interns to directly assist senior management with growing a new initiative directed at servicing high net worth and sophisticated currency traders, broker dealers worldwide, and emerging market hedge funds and banks. This dynamic internship offers experience that will help develop multiple skill sets including private and institutional client sales and relationship management, financial markets analysis, sales and trading; entrepreneurship; business development and business analysis; and marketing.

Applicants should demonstrate:

Strong academic ability, personal ambition and work ethics

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Must be proficient with Excel

Must be extremely detailed oriented, thorough, articulate and organized

Ideally bilingual in 2 or more languages: German, Dutch, Swedish, Italian, Spanish or French, or Russian

Ability to investigate and ask thorough questions

Knowledge of local markets a plus

Demonstrate a strong interest and passion for financial markets and industries worldwide

Previous experience in business development, sales or financial markets a plus, but not required

Write and speak persuasively and clearly

Think quickly and problem-solve in real-time

Bachelors degree in a related area

Follow economics, international finance, foreign exchange and international news events

Interns are expected to work between 10 and 40 hours per week. Schedules are very flexible.


Posted by: Sarah Haroon

A&F Corporate Internship Program Merchandising Abercrombie & Fitch (Ohio)

Type: Intern
Status: Full Time
Details on Hours/Shifts: 60+ hrs/week
Salary Details: 3,300 to 3,800 Per-Month
$3300/Mo + Housing Stipend + Merchandise Discount
Location: Columbus
Ohio, 43085
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is one of the most successful specialty retailers in operation today with an annual revenue approaching $4 Billion. A&F Co. is comprised of five lifestyle brands: Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister Co., RUEHL, abercrombie (kids), and Gilly Hicks. Our newest brand, Gilly Hicks, an Australian themed underwear brand targeted towards young women, has just been released. Strategic growth domestically and internationally, has continued to position A&F for ongoing success. A&F merchants handle all business aspects of specific clothing categories (tees, denim, outerwear, etc.) for the company. Entrepreneurial in nature, merchants lead a cross functional team (design, sourcing, visual) to fully maximize the financial success of their product line: choosing the best designs, negotiating costs and production timelines with vendors, and strategizing future business through the analysis of current sales information. Merchant teams will get to work directly with our CEO, Mike Jeffries, for approval on their products for each season. Our Corporate Internship Program in Merchandising provides a select group of college students in their junior year an opportunity to experience being a merchant at Abercrombie & Fitch for 10 weeks over the summer. Interns work for one of our five brands and will be placed on a specific product category for the summer. After two weeks of intensive training, interns will oversee vendor communication, attend fittings, participate in design reviews, and have a thorough knowledge of the business they are working on. This program is structured to allow interns to take on a great deal of responsibility quickly and gain immediate exposure to senior leadership. Interns will be active players in helping make one of A&F’s product categories successful for the upcoming seasons. Candidates for the Corporate Internship Program in Merchandising need to be leaders in their schools. A strong analytical background as well as an eye and passion for clothing are essential to success within our corporate culture. We are looking for students who have a strong desire to pursue a career in retail after graduation and have a clear knowledge of our target customer. Eligible candidates need to have maintained a minimum 3.0 GPA and currently be in their junior year. SAT/ACT scores and cumulative GPA must be included on resume. A cover letter is recommended. All candidates need to be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Our Corporate Internship Program is a paid internship. Benefits include a salary for the summer, a stipend for living/housing expenses, discounts at all A&F Brands, and use of the A&F gym. There will also be organized social events and potential opportunities to travel throughout the summer.

Posted by: Sarah Haroon (syharoon@ucdavis.edu)

Monday, April 28, 2008

VF Corporation


Note:These are jobs not internships based in Florida and New York
VF Corporation
Code: 901
Production Coordinator
Plantation FL US 33324
04/08/08

VF Corporation
Code: 890
Sourcing Manager
Plantation FL US 33324
03/2


VF Corporation
Code: 905
Merchandise Planner - Nautica
New York New York US New York New York US
04/22/08


VF Corporation
Code: 907
Visual Manager - Int'l Experience Required!
New York NY US 10019New York New York US
04/22/08


VF Corporation
Code: 906
Buyer - John Varvatos (Luxury Exp. Required)
New York NY US 10011New York New York US
04/22/085/08

Technical Design

One of our alumni, Diane Gallagher, has alerted us to some excellent career opportunities at her company – 5.11 Tactical. (5.11 Tactical 4300 Spyres Way, Modesto, CA 95356). Check out their amazing website: http://www.511tactical.com/ The company specializes in superior products that enhance the safety, accuracy, speed and performance of law enforcement, military and firefighting professionals. Built on a foundation of durability, quality and value, 5.11 Tactical leads the industry in delivering functionally innovative gear, head to toe. The company was ranked #211 on the 2007 Inc. 500 — Inc. magazine’s annual ranking, by revenue growth, of privately-held, independent, U.S.-based companies.

They have many positions open that would be perfect for a UCD grad!

The open positions are in both product development and technical design of apparel and outerwear as well as hard goods such as footwear, packs, bag, gloves, and hats. (One of their hats was recently spotted on Prince William!). They are also looking for a person who understands the dyeing process to spearhead the standardization of their color management system. Our TXC/FPS programs provide the critical thinking skills to work in the areas of product and fabric development. Some interesting issues involve stain repellency, colorfastness, fit, protection, comfort, testing and certifications. Our TXC 171 is the perfect practice for a position at this company!

Contact Connie Mortensen, Human Resource Director, ConnieM@511tactical.com regarding these positions.
They started interviewing this week and are looking to hire soon.

posted by J. Chandler

Product Development Associate - 511 Tactical

Product Development Associates

5.11 is currently seeking Product Development Associates to work with our innovative Design team and our manufacturers to bring our new and functional products to market. This is an exciting opportunity for those who have the desire to bring their talent and knowledge of the design industry to our group and to work with some of the best in the business.

We are currently seeking 2 individuals with a background or education in apparel/textile design, and another candidate to work withour hard goods designer with an industrial design background preferrably working with consumer accessories.

The candidates 5.11 will hire will have an education or prior experience working in apparel or hard goods development; a desire to succeed in a growing company and possess strong textile and garment knowledge. Strong emphasis in this position is placed in the ability to create and maintain product specifications and communications for development turnover packages to vendors and manufacturers.

Previous experience working with overseas factories strongly desired. Candidates must be able to develop and follow realistic timelines and provide the follow through needed to meet those commitments; excellent communication skills; strong Excel and Adobe Illustrator skills required.Please send your resume to Connie Mortensen, Human Resource Director, ConnieM@511tactical.com regarding these positions.

Shopflick Shopping Internship (LA)

Shopping Internship

We:

* Shopflick, a major new shopping/entertainment website all about discovering and purchasing the coolest new products for men and women 18-34
* Developing original web video shopping shows, social shopping tools and user-generated product videos
* Bringing together the best independent products, retailers, designers and sellers
* Are prominent execs from the Internet and Television industry

You:

* Live, breath and are completely on top of cool new stuff for girls (fashion, beauty, music, etc) and/or guys (gadgets, tech, skate, surf, music, etc)
* Are a thought leader and taste maker with great taste and a strong imagination
* Are web savvy and adept at finding and investigating new stuff from all sources: web, magazines, your social network, your own shopping adventures
* Currently enrolled at a four year University or College
* Knowledgeable with MS Word & Excel
* Looking to gain valuable work experience / grow into a permanent position
* Have an authentic, infectious, outgoing personality that comes across with other people, in person, in writing and/or on camera
* "To Do" attitude, willing to go the extra mile to get any job done
* Work at our offices are in West Los Angeles
* Help us in all different facets from video shoots, to internet research, to basis office duties
* Part time position / paid

For more information on Shopflick, visit www.shopflick.com and check out a recent review at:
http://www.techcrunch.com/2008/04/10/shopflick-bringing-home-video-shopping-to-the-web-beta-invites/

Please submit an application including resume, writing sample, images of some stuff you love, and links to video clips (if available).

Reply to: job-643947053@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-04-15, 7:18PM PDT

Posted by: Sarah Kim
(I actually was going to interview for this position but ended up not going for it. I was playing email tag with two of the people there and they seemed really nice. The contact I have is: Courtney Lowe at courtney.lowe@shopflick.com Good Luck!)

Berk Communications Public Relations Internship (LA)

Fashion, Entertainment, Lifestyle PR Firm Seeks Intern for LA office.

PR SUPERSTARS WANTED!!

Unbelievable opportunity at a growing, fast-paced boutique PR agency with Offices in Los Angeles. We are seeking highly motivated, talented PR students with exceptional writing skills!

Candidates must be extremely organized with a sharp eye for detail and the ability to multi-task effectively under deadlines. Superior communication and writing skills A MUST!

This is a great opportunity for PR students interested in gaining experience in the entertainment, fashion, travel, product and music industries.

Looking for a self-motivated, upbeat candidates who want to learn and grow with the agency.

This is a non-paid internship with the opportunity to get college credit
Please send your resume to: rsvp@berkcommunications.com
http://www.berkcommunications.com/

Reply to: rsvp@berkcommunications.com
Date: 2008-04-21, 4:53PM PDT

Posted by: Sarah Kim

Clifford / Bratskeir Public Relations Internship (Hollywood)

Clifford / Bratskeir Public Relations is currently accepting resumes for a paid summer internship position with the option for college credit.

This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in the competitive field of public relations. We are specifically looking for someone who is outgoing, proactive, able to multitask, great on the phone with a basic knowledge of Excel and Word. Our ideal candidate will assist with lifestyle and design accounts while also taking on the daily office tasks including:

• Industry Research
• Clipping Placements
• Press Kit Development
• Coordinating Mailings
• Building Media Lists
• Event staffing

We are currently looking to hire by the beginning of May and would like a commitment of 3-months and a minimum of 3 days per week (open to working with your schedule).

Please send your resume and cover letter to david.blodgett@cliffordpr.com.

About Clifford / Bratskeir Public Relations
Clifford / Bratskeir Public Relations draws upon its depth of experience in creating strategic and high-profile public relations campaigns for its clients in a wide range of lifestyle and business categories including food and beverage, health and beauty, fashion, home furnishings, entertainment, the arts, luxury, real estate and travel. The agency, which is selectively bringing on new clients and talented professionals, is located in Hollywood and Manhattan.

Please visit http://www.cliffordpr.com for more information about our company and clients.

Reply to: david.blodgett@cliffordpr.com
Date: 2008-04-22, 2:57PM PDT

Posted by: Sarah Kim





Desert Blue Premium Jeans Sales and Marketing Internship (LA)

Desert Blue Premium Jeans is a high-end denim company, well known in the industry. We have been in the business for a few years and have had great success! We distribute to stores worldwide and our denim jeans are worn by famous celebrities such as Lindsey Lohan and Fergie. Our designer started as an in-demand model, both runway and print, and has worked with great companies such as Joe's Jeans and BCBG.

This is a great opportunity for a freshman or sophomore college student interested in working in sales and marketing for the fashion industry. We are looking for an outgoing, passionate, dedicated, and diligent self-starter, who takes initiative. We prefer someone with a friendly disposition, professional appearance, and some fashion sense.

This is a part time and unpaid position, but in exchange for their dedicated commitment, the intern will receive a well rounded experience in marketing/sales in the fashion industry. The candidate will also have the opportunity to develop great references for his/her resume.

This internship is based in Burbank, but the intern may have to travel to the Santa Monica location, from time to time. Daily working hours and internship time period can be flexible, but we definitely need a minimum of 16 – 20 hours per week, with at least two months of commitment starting as soon as possible.

Responsibilities include:

1. Assist with marketing campaigns
2. Assist with gathering information needed for development of company
3. Research and analysis for sales and marketing database
4. Involvement in development of new marketing and sales strategies
5. Assist with sending out marketing promotions
6. Assist in building and maintaining client and customer relations

Qualifications:

- Must be a current college student or graduate in Business, Marketing,
or Communications
- Excellent researching skills
- Creative marketing intuition
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Efficient organization skills
- Detailed oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Internet savvy
- Ability to multi-task
- Self motivated and eager to learn
- Knowledge of Word, Excel

Compensation: This is a part-time, unpaid internship.

Reply to: renina@desertblue.com
Date: 2008-04-23, 3:50PM PDT

Please respond by sending your cover letter and resume to Renina via email at renina@desertblue.com, or via fax at 800-900-1471. References is a plus, but not required.

Posted by: Sarah Kim

Meyers Communications Public Relations Internship (LA)

Meyers Communications is a leading full-service boutique agency located in the heart of the Los Angeles media district. We are experts at delivering effective and highly creative PR and marketing solutions: world class brands, strategic marketing campaigns, and cutting-edge technology tools. We are proud to partner with our clients in the US, Latin America and Europe. If you are interested in working in a fast paced creative environment and want to gain incredible experience at a top notch agency – we would love to talk to you!
www.meyerscommunications.com

PR INTERN

As a PR Intern, you will assist the account manager in all areas including media research, press release writing and distribution, media pitching, press kit development and client meetings.
- In school or recently graduated with a degree.
- Energetic and self-motivated, with a willingness to learn.
- Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills. (Spanish a Plus)
- Interest in Fashion, Healthcare, Professional Services and Youth industry.
- Internet savvy – youtube.com, blogs, myspace.com
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Reply to: dan_meyers@sbcglobal.net
Date: 2008-04-23, 3:16PM PDT

Posted by: Sarah Kim

Twinkle by Wenlan Merchandising and Marketing Internships (NYC)

Summer Merchandising and Marketing Intern- 2 openings

Roles includes:
· A good communicator and writer
· Creative and organized
· Enthusiastic and willing to work on copy of marketing, press kits, and sales material
· Strong planning skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail
· Creative, entrepreneurial, and detail orientated
· Must have passion towards fashion

Please send all resumes and portfolios to:
Internship@twinklebywenlan.com
Attention: Mr. Leon Yuan- Human Resources.

Posted by: Sarah Kim

Merchandiser - Janie and Jack (Gymboree)

Contact: Megan Dillon [megan_dillon@gymboree.com]

Position : Merchandiser - Janie and Jack (Gymboree)
Job Type : Full-time
Location : San Francisco
Core Roles :

The Merchandiser will be responsible for developing and driving the product strategy, assortment, and financial performance goals for a Janie & Jack product category. The responsibility extends from pre-concept through final product stages. The Merchandiser will create, develop and buy the merchandise mix to support and define the brand, working with the DMM to evolve brand vision. With Planning partners, this person will strategically develop and execute financial plans by department, line, and classification. This individual will perform quarterly business reviews by department, line, and classification. The Merchandiser will develop, drive and support achievement of financial goals for assigned business category, including sales, gross margin and comp plans. This position will work with Production to drive achievement of IMU goals based on financial plans and work with Design, Technical Design, Product Development, Production, Brand Creative Services, Marketing, Web, and Visual Merchandising partners to achieve strategic product and financial goals for the department. S/he will work with Store teams to enhance understanding of our customers and address their needs. This individual will maintain high awareness of the customer, of competition relative to product quality/value relationship, and of fashion trends.

Minimum Requirements :

BA/BS with a minimum five years' experience in merchandising and/or product development. The ideal candidate will have proven ability to identify trends and strong track record for successfully driving a business. Specialty store experience with apparel is a must have. The successful candidate will be able to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with the ability to work cross functionally.

Contact: Megan Dillon [megan_dillon@gymboree.com]

posted by J. Chandler

Twinkle by Wenlan Summer Fashion Design and Graphic Design Internships (NYC)

Summer Fashion Design Intern-3 openings

Roles includes:
· Good sketching ability
· Fundamental knowledge of garment construction
· Basic sewing skills
· Must be hard working and a team player
· Creative, entrepreneurial, and detail-orientated
· Ability to recognize and react to change in work demands
· Will work in trimming, design, sketch, design board, inspiration, photo shoot, styling and fashion show

Summer Graphic Design Intern-2 openings

Roles includes:
· Strong communication skills
· Good at following instructions
· Creative and organized
· Familiar with Photoshop and Illustrator in design
· Willing to work on sales marketing and public relations material such as: look books, line sheets, ads, event invitations, photo shoots, and fashion shows.

Please send all resumes and portfolios to:
Internship@twinklebywenlan.com
Attention: Mr. Leon Yuan- Human Resources.

Posted by: Sarah Kim