Nicholls State University

Internships

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for those looking to take an internship in summer or fall 2024

Mandatory Internship Meeting

Tuesday, March 12 @ 1:30pm in Talbot 103
or
Wednesday, March 13 @ 11:45am in Talbot 106

The INTERNSHIP PROGRAM is designed to give students practical mass communication experience to accompany their classroom education.

In most cases, internships are taken during the summer between the student’s junior and senior years. The internship need not be an entire summer, although that is usually the best arrangement. Students receive credit in Mass Communication 390 for off-campus work and 388 for on-campus work.

Internships Step-by-Step

Before the Internship

  1. Confirm completion of at least 18 hours of MACO course work, which, in the estimation of the adviser, adequately prepares the student for the position.
  2. Adviser sends recommendation message to Departmental Internship Director confirming academic eligibility
  1. Two sessions held the semester before you want to do your internship.
  2. Look out for the flyers and an email about the dates
  1. Watch the internship training video and review the internship handbook.
  2. Take and pass the internship training exam [just stop by the MACO office during regular office hours]

It is the student’s responsibility to find and secure an internship location. Students may choose a location in one of three ways:

  1. find a location based on interest areas, skills and location
  2. from one of the local sites that hosted interns in the past and have expressed interest in having future interns [see below under Internship Opportunities heading]
  3. from one of the current postings from area businesses and organizations who have a specific opening [see below under Internship Postings heading]

Once an internship location is chosen, students must apply online at least 3 weeks before to the start of the semester in which the internship will be taken.

Applications must include:

  1. Supervisor Letter
    • Supervisor writes letter (on company letterhead with a signature) to coordinating professor confirming the student has been accepted as an intern, specifying the details and the number of hours to be worked in the position (at least 10 a week).
    • The letter serves as the location site’s acceptance of responsibility for the student and student work on-premises.
    • For-profit internships for no pay MUST outline in the internship supervisor acceptance letter the duties of the intern that directly relate to the student’s degree concentration.
  2. Internship Agreement Form
  3. Prospectus
    • Student writes brief essay to including the background of company and why you chose it as your internship site; what you can bring to this location; and what qualifies the supervisor person as a supervisor.
  4. Resume

  1. Department committee will review the application based on academic eligibility, student prospectus and the supervisor letter.
  2. Based on committee approval, the department will register the student for the course.*

*Students must be registered for MACO 388 or MACO 390 and pay fees to receive credit for a practicum/internship

During the Internship

  1. Make sure to arrange your work schedule with your location/supervisor
  1. With enrollment in the MACO388 or MACO390 course, you will be enrolled in the corresponding Moodle course with clear deadlines and expectations.
HELPFUL LINKS

Internship Locations

The Internship Opportunities tab includes locations who periodically take our interns and are simply listed as suggestions of possible sites. The internship postings are locations who have contacted us about current openings.

The best option is always a location that is in the area you wish to work in after graduation. Ultimately, finding and securing a location is up to you and your career interests!

BAYOU COUNTRY CLUB

A country club including golf course, pool, footgolf course and family events.

LOCATION: Thibodaux
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring, Summer
SKILLS: Design, event planning, social media management, web management, writing

BRIDGE TO INDEPENDENCE

A Nicholls State University organization that provides students with intellectual disabilities and Autism a full college experience.

LOCATION: Thibodaux
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring
SKILLS: Public Relations, event planning, social media management, convergence media, design, writing

CROSSROADS PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER

A Christian organization that promotes the sanctity of life by providing caring services to pregnant women in crisis within our area. Our staff provides education, guidance and spiritual support, especially to those considering abortion or other alternatives, in a spirit of compassion, love and grace.

LOCATION: Thibodaux
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring, Summer
SKILLS: Graphic design, WordPress management, event planning/coordinating, social media management

ED WHITE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL

A Houma-Thibodaux Diocesan co-educational institution serving Thibodaux and the surrounding areas, is to impart the Catholic faith, promote academic excellence, and enhance self-esteem.

LOCATION: Thibodaux
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring
SKILLS: Public Relations, video production, event planning, social media management, convergence media, design, writing

NICHOLLS ATHLETICS

The NCAA Division I – Southland Conference at Nicholls State University.

LOCATION: Thibodaux
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring
SKILLS: Public Relations, video production, event planning, social media management, convergence media, design, writing

RESTORE OR RETREAT

A non-profit coastal advocacy group created by coastal Louisiana residents and stakeholders who recognize that the Barataria and Terrebonne basins are the two most rapidly eroding estuaries on earth, and that this erosion represents an economic and ecological crisis. With a growing membership of over 250 businesses and individuals, ROR seeks to identify and expedite the implementation of aggressive, large-scale restoration projects to protect this irreplaceable region.

LOCATION: Thibodaux, Houma
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring
SKILLS: Public Relations, Event planning, social media management, convergence media, design, writing

THIBODAUX ROTARY

An international service organization whose stated purpose is to bring together business and professional leaders in order to provide humanitarian service and to advance goodwill and peace around the world.

LOCATION: Thibodaux
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring, Summer
SKILLS: Design, web design, social media management, writing

THIBODAUX SERVICE LEAGUE

A group of women dedicated to improving Thibodaux and the surrounding communities of South Louisiana through service and volunteerism.

LOCATION: Thibodaux
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring
SKILLS: Graphic design, web design, social media management

THIBODAUX VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT

An all-volunteer department that provides emergency services to the citizens of Thibodaux, Louisiana.

LOCATION: Thibodaux
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring, Summer
SKILLS: Public Relations [design, event planning, social media management, web management, writing]

UPSIDE DOWNS

A nonprofit organization committed to helping service the Down syndrome community through new parent support, recreational activities, raising awareness and advocating for a brighter future. Our goal is to promote the “Upside” and positive aspects of Down syndrome and further our belief that Anything is possible with Down syndrome.

LOCATION: Thibodaux
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring
SKILLS: Design, event planning, social media management, web management

WAFB CHANNEL 9

The CBS affiliate in Baton Rouge.

LOCATION: Baton Rouge
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring, Summer
SKILLS: Broadcast news

WBRZ CHANNEL 2

The ABC affiliate in Baton Rouge.

LOCATION: Baton Rouge
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring, Summer
SKILLS: Broadcast news

WDSU NEWS

The NBC affiliate in New Orleans.

LOCATION: New Orelans
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring, Summer
SKILLS: Broadcast news

WGNO TV

The ABC affiliate in New Orleans.

LOCATION: Metairie
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring, Summer
SKILLS: Broadcast news

WVLA LOCAL 33

The NBC affiliate in Baton Rouge.

LOCATION: Baton Rouge
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring, Summer
SKILLS: Broadcast news

WVUE FOX 8

The Fox affiliate in New Orleans.

LOCATION: New Orleans
SEMESTERS AVAILABLE: Fall, Spring, Summer
SKILLS: Broadcast news

CONTACT INFORMATION

Department of Mass Communication (MACO)

Office Location

102 Talbot Hall

Mailing Address

PO Box 2031, Thibodaux, LA 70310

Phone

985.448.4586
fax: 985.448.4577

Email

Dr. James Stewart, Head

CAMPUS LOCATION

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