Interns usually have previous experience. Interns are given same types of assignments with the same deadline pressures as staff members. Interviews in person during December and January. Intern will need car for assignments, as well. Other duties include following media reports of significant press issues, researching, and helping with the media hotline.
Interns also attend weekly seminars by prominent media experts on various issues.
Spring and summer semesters. Design editor should have 3-5 years experience in newspaper design and have knowledge of Quark, pagination and editing. Copy editors must also have experience with Quark, pagination and editing. Reporters should send clips. All applicants should send work samples to Dan Brannan, Managing Editor, PO Box 278, Alton, IL 62002.