Media Internship II

The internship provides 10-to-12 hours weekly of on-the-job experience in print journalism, Internet and new media, publishing, film, television, radio, and other writing-related professions. Interns put their journalism classroom experience into practice by working for the semester in a New York-based media organization under the supervision of professional mentors and journalism faculty and participate in a writing-intensive companion course designed to support and enhance the internship experience. Students may enroll once in 5050 and once in 5051 for credit. To be accepted into the program, students must arrange an interview with the faculty internship coordinator during the semester preceding the start of the internship and submit writing samples. Formerly ENG 5050-5051. Students will receive credit for JRN 5050-5051 or ENG 5050-5051. Please note: Unless otherwise specified, JRN courses may not be used within the English major or minor.