Fall Internship at the Asian American Writers' Workshop (New York)

21 August 2012
Fall Internship at the Asian American Writers' Workshop (New York)
Searching for something that you can't encounter on a college walk? Stir crazy in your office cube? Reassessing your career path post-layoff? Contribute 15 hours a week to the Asian American Writers’ Workshop this fall: meet new friends, build your portfolio of clips, and learn about Asian American literature and arts non-profit management.

Established in 1991, AAWW is a national not-for-profit arts organization devoted to the creating, publishing, developing and disseminating of creative writing by Asian Americans–in other words, we’re the preeminent organization dedicated to the belief that Asian American stories deserve to be told. Our interns have opportunities to participate at every stage of the multi-media publication and event production process: planning and promoting our literary programming; building and contributing to our emerging magazines; shooting, recording, and editing photos, audio, and video, managing our social media and participating in grant-writing; designing and marketing our new initiatives; and learning about the bigger picture issues involved in organizational development. As an intern, you’ll receive a number of benefits including Workshop membership and free enrollment in a writing workshop class.

Be a part of the coolest literary arts programming and editorial team in New York City! We are looking for passionate, sharp, motivated individuals to intern in the following areas and work one-on-one with our staff:

MARKETING & PUBLICITY

The Marketing & Publicity intern will draft and copy edit various promotional and press materials, including our calendar and weekly newsletter, and work with staff to execute various promotional strategies. Intern will be responsible for enhancing and monitoring our social media profile using a variety of outlets.

QUALIFICATIONS

Persuasive writing skills and familiarity with Facebook and Twitter required; technical audio and video skills a plus.

DETAILS & PERKS
  • Our internship cycle lasts through the end of the fall semester;
  • Interns are required to be available to come into the office a minimum of 15 hours/week and attend two events per month;
  • Interns will receive free admission to one writing workshop; and
  • Travel stipend or college credit will be offered.
If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to our Assistant Program Director, Andy Schlesinger with "Your Last Name - Internship Application" in the subject line, and complete the application here. We will begin reviewing applications on Monday, August 13th. Early applicants will be given preference. Only complete applications will be considered.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For queries/ submissions: desk@aaww.org

Website: http://aaww.org/
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