http://blazers.teamworkonline.com/teamwork/jobs/jobs.cfm/Internships?supcat=459#28086 LENGTH OF INTERNSHIP: 2010 Season End (March - May 2010) - Duration of internship will be based on performance and/or business need. HOURS PER WEEK: 15 FOR COLLEGE/GRADUATE SCHOOL CREDIT ONLY - Non-paid, instructor approval required. Other employee benefits; relocation expenses will not be covered. POSITION CLOSES: February 26, 2010 PURPOSE: The trailblazers.com Sports Reporter will be responsible for developing unique multimedia content for the Portland Trail Blazers in an online capacity. Learning Objectives: The student will have the opportunity to explore, observe, and participate in a variety of departmental activities including: * Gaining practice and experience in writing AP style sports stories under deadline * Becoming proficient in the writing and editing of online articles/previews/recaps * Learning to interview players, management and staff for online features * Gaining practice in reporting by attending a certain number of games and practices * Creating multimedia web content by utilizing audio, video and still pictures * Learning to integrate writing, photos, audio and video into a singular web-based feature * Researching new ways to provide web content to fanbase * Receive training in digital photography and editing, basic html and blogging Qualifications and Requirements: Minimum Education and Qualifications: * Must be currently enrolled in a college, earning credits for a Bachelor’s degree or Graduate school with high preference in the area(s) of Journalism and English * Minimum GPA: 3.0 * Must be able to provide proof that credit will be earned toward your course of study (from school/registrar) Skills and Abilities: * Must be able to work on Mac and PC platforms * Must be able to provide writing samples * Must possess an understanding of AP style writing * Able to meet deadlines * Excellent organizational skills and attentive to detail * Proactive problem solver * Creativity a must * Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously * Must be a quick learner and enjoy a fast paced environment * Able to work effectively independently, with a team and with clients We are an equal opportunity employer committed to being champions of diversity in our organization and community. Note: When you apply for this job online, you will be required to answer the following questions: 1. Yes/No: Do you understand that this internship is non-paid and for credit only? 2. Yes/No: Are you currently enrolled in a college-level program (or higher) that this internship will apply toward and will you be able to provide proof that credit will be earned toward your course of study (from school/registrar)? 3. Yes/No: Do you have a minimum GPA of 3.0? 4. Do you have knowledge of the basics of professional basketball? Please describe. 5. Yes/No: Do you have housing available in the Portland, OR area? 6. Please describe your experience/ability in Mac/PC platforms, writing under deadline, blogging, digital photo/video acquisition.
If I'm working for the blazers, I'd be willing to take a low-paying job to be Lukrofkas gopher. I'd do that for 20K a year. John, do your magic!