Internships
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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
- Watch the internship training video and review the internship handbook.
- Take and pass the internship training exam [just stop by the MACO office during regular office hours]
- Meet with your adviser to 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.
- Adviser sends recommendation message to Departmental Internship Director confirming academic eligibility within 3 weeks before start of semester in which internship will be taken
- Choose a location. Students may choose a location from one of the local sites that have expressed interest in having interns [see below under Internship Locations heading] or the student my find their own site.
- Once an internship location is chosen, apply online at least 3 weeks before to the start of the semester in which the internship will be taken, to include:
- 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.
- The location site accepts 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 that meet the minimum 10 internship hours per week.
- Prospectus: Student writes brief essay to include the following:
- Background of company and why you chose it as your internship site.
- What you can bring to this location.
- Supervisor’s name, position and duties.
- What qualifies this person as a supervisor.
- Resume
- 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.
- Department committee approves application based on academic eligibility, student prospectus and the supervisor letter.
- 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.
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 a location is up to you and your career interests!
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
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 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
Pelicans Career/Internship Fair April 7
The event will kick off at 12:30 pm in the Smoothie King Center with a Q&A panel with leaders from various departments of the Saints and Pelicans
Houma Travel is Hiring!
The Houma Area Convention and Visitors Bureau is accepting resumes for a Social Media and Digital Content Manager. Applicants must have extensive social media knowledge
Student Job: Part-time, Assistant project manager
The Bayou Culture Collaborative, a partner program of Nicholls State University’s Center for Bayou Studies, connects people who are interested in the culture of coastal
Louisiana Charter Fishing Association Hiring for Video Work
The Louisiana Charter Fishing Association is looking to create a YouTube channel to feature 10-20 minute “episodes” of charter guides fishing. If interested, contact Capt.
Communications Strategist position
The Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance, a Program of the Board of Regents, has a Communications Strategist position available within our Public Information and
Nicholls Office of Greek Life Internship
The Office of Greek Life is offering an unpaid internship for the fall semester in graphics and/or content creation. If interested, contact: Chelsea JacksonCoordinator of Greek
Communications intern at The Water Institute
Communications Intern Baton Rouge, LANew Orleans, LA The Water Institute of the Gulf is seeking a part-time (average 15 hours per week) Communications Intern to
Feature writer and social media assistant intern positions at Nicholls
Beginning this Fall, the Office of Marketing and Communications will offer a paid internship for a feature writer and a social media assistant. Each position
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
Dr. James Stewart, Head
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