Every considered travel writing? Exploring the ways to access a role in magazine publishing. Looking for ways to travel, explore, and research, and get paid to do it? Let’s chat about how the magazine publishing world is changing, what its like to do freelance work, insights on grad school, and anything else that comes to…
The CC Outdoor Journal is looking for writers, photographers, artists, etc… for our first print edition coming this spring!!!! So what are we all about? The new student-run CC Outdoor Journal aims to be a radically more inclusive version of the former Alpine Journal (a CC publication that focused solely on climbing), seeking pieces that…
From Day 1, interns at NPR are given real-world, hands-on responsibilities. Working alongside top professionals in the field, interns do meaningful work across a variety of departments at NPR. Find out how you can contribute your diverse talents to gain invaluable experience at the heart of a thriving multimedia organization. Interns at NPR play a…
What: Journalism Information Lunch (free lunch!)When/Where: Next Tuesday, Nov. 2, in the Hybl Community Center’s main room (1107 N. Nevada Ave.). Why: To learn about journalism as a minor at CC, meet others interested in journalism, hear about the courses available this year, and learn about campus publications and internships. And to eat tacos.Sponsor: Journalism…
Apply to be a writer, photographer or illustratorInterested in journalism? CC’s student-run newspaper, The Catalyst, is hiring for multiple positions to start this fall: Writers, illustrators and photographers. Email i_hicks@coloradocollege.edu and j_kalenga@coloradocollege.edu to inquire.
Now Hiring Editors, Web Editor, and Publicist for Upcoming School YearAre you interested in the process of storytelling through nonfiction, fiction, and art? Being part of a creative community and building relationships with writers and artists from across CC’s campus? We would love to have you on the staff of Cipher Magazine, and are currently…
Act quickly – Summer Virtual Internships Close Feb. 26, 2021 Multiple opportunities posted in Handshake A learning experience like no other. The NPR internship program has a rich history, helping us discover nearly 17%* of our current staff including Ari Shapiro, Audie Cornish, Guy Raz and many more. From Day 1, interns at NPR are given real-world, hands-on responsibilities.…
The CC COVID-19 Reporting Project is accepting applications again for another new reporter/editor! This person will write, edit, and fact-check two newsletters each week. Applications are due by 5 p.m. MT on Dec. 16. Email m_brown@coloradocollege.edu, i_hicks@coloradocollege.edu, and e_candelaria@coloradocollege.edu for more information.
Why Apply: You think Cipher is cool (or you want to make it cool), you like the idea of building a community of writers and artists, and you are excited about maintaining and improving Cipher’s professional aesthetic style. Time Commitment: Throughout each block, you’ll be emailing and otherwise communicating with artists, attending all-staff meetings (every Monday…
ProPublica will be sponsoring need-based scholarships for 20 students to attend an eligible journalism conference in 2019. Anyone who is a U.S. resident is welcome to apply. ProPublica especially encourages students from an underrepresented group — including people of color, women, LGBTQ people and people with disabilities — to apply. The $750 scholarships will go…
by Kaitlin McManus | November 30, 2018 Re-posted from Vault Okay look—resumés are great. When done right, they’re clean, concise, and well organized. And if you’ve been following all the great advice out there, yours should be in pretty good shape. Cover letters are different—they’re freewheeling, making them more difficult to write. Think of the resumé as the multiple-choice…
Journalism Boot Camp Half Block What’s this class about? Are you thinking about joining the Journalism minor or interested in the role of journalism in today’s society? This dynamic 9-day course provides you with the essential skills you’ll need to think like a journalist. In addition to focusing on writing and reporting, best practices, ethical…
For over 50 years, the American Society of Magazine Editors has sponsored the Magazine Internship Program—a ten-week program for rising college seniors at magazines in New York and Washington. Since the program was founded in 1967, 2,000 college students have worked as ASME interns. Nearly 500 have gone on to successful careers in print and electronic…
An opportunity to be published? Take every opportunity to practice your writing and have samples for future prospects. Want to be published in the first edition of Colorado College’s Journal of Political Studies? Res Publica is accepting submissions until the end of second block. To submit your work email ccrespublica@gmail.com with your name, pronouns, year,…
Watch the Fall 2018 Calendar You don’t want to miss any of the amazing speakers coming to campus such as… Julia Dixon Evans Tuesday, Sep. 11, , 7 p.m., JLK McHugh Commons Julia Dixon Evans is the author of the novel How to Set Yourself on Fire (Dzanc Books, 2018). Her work can be found or…
by Stephan Maldonado | August 06, 2018 Re-posted from Vault For many people, freelancing represents the final frontier of career progression, something they’ve been working towards their entire career. [and for some it represents a starting point into the career of your dreams] Freelancing holds numerous possibilities. Autonomy. Flexibility. Control over the projects you take…
If you are interested in pursuing a career in writing or a career where writing is paramount, it will be critical for you to have samples of your work. The more variety and broadly published, the larger the impact. This experience can be achieved through many experiences including on-campus publications, internships, and even freelance and…
U.S. Figure Skating, the National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport of figure skating, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is accepting applications for the position of Communications Intern. U.S. Figure Skating is a member of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and the International Skating Union (ISU). Internship Dates: August – December 2018 (flexible). Hours…
by Marianne Stenger | May 22, 2018 Re-posted from Vault Freelancing is more popular than ever, and in this so-called gig economy, between 20 and 30 percent of the working age population in Europe and the U.S. already engage in some form of independent work. This number is expected to rise significantly in the coming…
The CC English Department presents the MacLean Symposium on Writing as Craft and Career: In Honor of Ruth Barton Panel 1: Thursday, April 5, at 7:00 PM in the Cornerstone Screening Room “CC Alumni Writers Discuss Writing at CC: Remembering Ruth Barton” All are welcome to join six acclaimed authors who studied under Ruth Barton…
Apolish Thinktown Education Inc. is seeking a self-motivated Mandarin-speaking Junior Writing Specialist to work in our New York Office as a summer intern. The Junior Writing Specialist will be responsible for a variety of tasks to help support our clients including, but not limited to: Assisting students in developing ideas for college essays via written…
Communications Intern/Volunteer Homeward Pikes Peak Summary: The intern is to work with the Executive Director and staff to write or develop stories for the agency to use in external communications (newsletters, fundraising and web/social media). Homeward Pikes Peak is looking for a per-story commitment during the academic year, estimating that each story will take approximately 10…
Deadline Extended — Due March 3rd *CC only position* Be a part of NPR’s award-winning Investigations Team, helping to identify, report and produce distinctive journalism on multiple platforms. The Investigations Intern uses reporting and interviewing skills, data analysis, resourcefulness and creativity to help create original stories. The team’s mission is to produce exclusive, important journalism…
Deadline extended to Saturday, March 3rd. *CC Only internship*– Full-time for 9 weeks, Paid The Denver Post, the No. 1 newspaper in the Rocky Mountain region, is helping shape the futures of the next generation of journalists by offering a 9-week paid internship. We are looking for talented young people who want to make a difference.…
The American-Scandinavian Foundation has announced the opening of its 38th annual Translation Competition for outstanding translations of poetry, fiction, drama, or literary prose written by a Scandinavian author born after 1900. Two prizes are offered: the Nadia Christensen Prize, which includes a $2,500 award, and the Leif and Inger Sjöberg Prize, which recognizes distinguished effort…
In addition to offering classes, five Half Block instructors will also give campus-wide access to their expertise. They will be Professionals in Residence over Half Block and will offer lunches, one-on-one conversations, and extra programming related to their industries. The schedule is below: “An alternative plan to a career in journalism and navigating a changing…
Welcome to our Spotlight on Half Block series! Each week leading up to Dynamic Half Block in January, we’re featuring one of 2018’s non-credit offerings here on our blog. Registration for all non-credit offerings is now open on Summit. Spotlight on The Vocab: Critical approaches to spoken word writing and performing What’s this class about? Ideal for vets and beginners alike, this course…
CC Alum Sarah Rubin ’07 would love to have CC students or recent grads join her at the Monterey County Weekly. She is looking for support in editorial, graphic design, sales, marketing, videography and digital. Internships are flexible, but typically a minimum of 15 hours a week for three months. This internship is unpaid, so…
Welcome to our Spotlight on Half Block series! Each week leading up to Dynamic Half Block in January, we’re featuring one of 2018’s non-credit offerings here on our blog. Registration for all non-credit offerings is now open on Summit. Spotlight on Creative Projects Masterclass What’s this class about? Whether it be a novel, a screenplay, a new and daring documentary, an art…
Welcome to our Spotlight on Half Block series! Each week leading up to Dynamic Half Block in January, we’re featuring one of 2018’s non-credit offerings here on our blog. Registration for all non-credit offerings is now open on Summit. Spotlight on Building Your Freelance Writing Business: The Missing Manual for Entrepreneurial Writing Success What’s this class about? This half block course is a nine-day…
