Intern Wanted

Great experience for anyone in journalism, editorial, communications, or social work. Please pass this along:

UNPAID student intern needed for research.  You will be credited in the publication. 10-15 hours per week.

The project is to collect anecdotal data about a very specific topic in the mental health field, about behavior in relationships. The data will be edited, annotated and compiled into a book. This is an important, private research effort and a profitable, successful outcome is expected.

The topic may be regarded as gender sensitive. Even though the topic is gender neutral, it is possible that some people will think it will be seen from a man's perspective. For example, the book title, "Women Who Love Too Much" is a neutral topic but regarded to be written from a woman's perspective, about women. If the title were, "Men Who Love Too Much," that could be seen from a man's perspective, about men. Therefore, while I do not specifically want a man for this role, the successful candidate shall have an open mind about gender role behavior in a relationship.

The work-station for this project is at my office, downtown Ann Arbor, using a Mac Mini and Mac software. The candidate must be Mac savvy. The work area is shared with another respectful worker or two, but the hours are flexible. The office is comfortable and private. You will be provided with whatever hardware and software you need to successfully complete this mission.

The person in this position will acquire the anecdotal data--stories--primarily using social networking, internet searches, participation in discussion forums and his or her own creative ingenuity. The successful candidate must be able to work productively and independently.

The candidate must be self-sufficient, task focused, honorable and possess good social skills.

Serious candidates only, please.  For example, if you are not Mac savvy, do not apply.

Thank you very much. I look forward to hearing from you.

Requirements:
o      The ideal candidate will be bright, creative, computer-savvy, and work well independently, as well as in a team environment.
o      Must possess excellent verbal and writing skills.
o      Must be comfortable working independently. The intern will be trusted to follow our established procedures, and apply creative problem-solving.
o      Must be accessible by email, phone, and for weekly meetings.
The internship will be one semester only, Fall 2011. Work must be completed in the months of October and November.