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Journalism Internships – South America, Latin America | www.elep.org
ELEP Volunteer & Internship Programs – Vestavia Hills, AL
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Our journalism internship in Ecuador, South America / Latin America is designed primarily for undergraduate or graduate students and beginning professionals who have an academic or professional background in some area of media communication, journalism or related fields and who seek to enhance their careers through specialized study in one or several selected areas. The purpose of this internships program is to provide students with the opportunity to gain professional experience in a journalism setting. Our internship program offers interns or students the opportunity to develop their skills, gain a deeper understanding of the professional context of journalism practice, and make connections with working journalists.
Journalism interns or students with majors or minors can work on newspapers, in the broadcast (TV. or radio stations), and on many magazines, as well as in agencies concerned with public relations. In short, our journalism internship program set you on the right track.
This is an ideal opportunity for a journalism student or graduate who is looking to write and get published. Apart from the personal reward of working for a responsible media company, you will gain valuable experience in international journalism as part of your journalism internship.
Enormous professional and high standard of experiential learning opportunities await you with a journalism internship abroad.
Internship Role
You will participate in the workaday routine of a news media company for the specified period, undertaking those tasks assigned to you and seeking to display initiative, enthusiasm, professionalism and a willingness to learn. Depending on your specialty and skills, you can work as a reporter, writing, editor, photographer, broadcaster, or graphic designer. Youll work side-by-side with the regular staff, gathering stories, researching, taking photos, writing pieces, going into the field, coming up with your own story ideas, projects, etc.
E-mail: programs@elep.org or info@elep.org
Qualifications
Although our opportunity is open to college students, undergraduate, recent graduate students and young professionals. No previous experience is mandatory although it could be very helpful. Nevertheless, an intermediate level of Spanish is required.
Participants with the following qualifications are well appreciated:

  • Vested interest in training abroad – Real interest in journalism and media issues – Willingness to learn and patience for mastering new skills – Initiative, flexibility, and ability to work independently or in teamwork – Professional demeanor – Good knowledge and use of Microsoft software tools. – Good organizational skills and attention to detail – Excellent communication skills, both oral and – Outgoing personality and sense of humor – Creative