INBRE Journalism Intern
The Idaho INBRE Program is offering an 11-week internship for a journalism student with a strong interest in science writing. The intern will work writing press releases, feature stories, newsletter articles, conference booklet and other promotional materials to highlight the Idaho INBRE Program.
Eligibility: The intern must be an undergraduate student attending an Idaho institution of higher education, have completed their sophomore year, and demonstrated writing experience. A science background is preferable but not necessary. Interns must have the ability to travel, work weekends, and after regular business hours if necessary.
Dates of Internship: The internship will start Monday, May 24th and end August 6th.
Award: The student will be paid a $500/week stipend. If necessary, the student will have the option of renting a dorm room in student housing. The student will be reimbursed for approved INBRE-related travel expenses.
Application Deadline: Please apply no later than Friday, April 2, 2010.
How to Apply: Please send a cover letter, current resume with references, and three samples of writing to Leslie D. Thompson, Statewide Administrative Coordinator at lesliet@uidaho.edu.
Questions: Please contact Leslie D. Thompson, Statewide Administrative Coordinator at (208) 885-7832 or lesliet@uidaho.edu.