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2008 EMPLOYERS
NOTE: Students must submit application materials to their respective career services offices in addition to submitting online materials for those employers requiring online submittal.
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BURSON-MARSTELLER
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Burson-Marsteller
230 Park Avenue South,
New York, NY
www.bm.com
Contact Person:
Maggie Kellegher, Associate, Human Resources
maggie.kellegher@bm.com
P: (212) 614-4469
Application Requirements
- Resume and Cover Letter submitted to your career services office AND online via our website at www.bm.com; The online application also includes an official transcript which includes posted grades through December 2007, one writing sample, and two (2) required essays as described on our website.
- Citizenship Requirement: No citizenship restrictions.
Background:
Burson-Marsteller is a leading global public relations and public affairs firm whose knowledge, strategic insights and innovative programs help drive strong corporate and brand reputations for its clients. We provide our clients with strategic thinking and program execution across a complete range of public relations, public affairs, advertising and other communications services. Through our proprietary research, we lead the industry in knowledge of and insights into the relationship between communications and the reputations of companies and their CEOs. These learnings are applied to our many and varied corporate clients.
We concentrate on our clients and the industries in which they operate. Our diverse resources and unrivaled global network enable us to bring insight, innovation, creativity and superior value to every client assignment. Our clients benefit from a wealth of communications resources, state-of-the-art technologies, and award-winning professionals from a broad range of disciplines and backgrounds. Burson-Marsteller has a deep commitment to research, providing client teams with a strong understanding of their clients' industry and environment.
We focus on delivering measurable business results to clients through a full range of consulting and communications disciplines: strategy development, corporate/financial, brand marketing, technology, healthcare, employee relations, media, public affairs, crisis management, advertising, Internet development and integration, and production. Burson-Marsteller companies include Marsteller, Direct Impact, Penn, Schoen & Berland Associates (PSB), BKSH & Associates and Communique PR
2008 U.S. Harold Burson Summer Internship Program
The Harold Burson Summer Internship (HBSI) Program is a paid internship at one of Burson-Marsteller's U.S. offices. Each intern is assigned to a client team or specialist group, guided by an experienced professional. Every intern will have the opportunity to serve as an active team member, while learning critical communications skills. Colleagues from different specialty areas of the company conduct seminars for interns each week. Interns are also grouped into teams to work on a special HBSI project, which they present to a senior management panel for review. By the end of the summer, interns will have experienced many of the opportunities and challenges facing our clients. Additionally, the summer internship offers an invaluable career-development experience that may lead to an employment opportunity with us after graduation.
Requirements:
- Resume and Cover Letter submitted online via our website at www.bm.com;
- Official Transcript which includes posted grades through December 2007
- Writing sample
- Two (2) required essays as described on our website.
Qualifications:
- An undergraduate student currently in his/her junior or senior year of college;
- Maintaining a minimum G.P.A of 3.0 (out of 4.0) or equivalent;
- Engaged in extracurricular activities that demonstrate broad intellectual curiosity and creativity;
- Skilled in writing and other communication skills;
- Interested in communications, professional services and consulting
Burson-Marsteller hereby affirms it is an equal opportunity employer, offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or age and provides equal opportunity to handicapped individuals, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era.
Please click here for a more detailed description of the HBSI Program.
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CHANDLER CHICCO AGENCY
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Chandler Chicco Agency
450 W. 15th Street, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10011
www.ccapr.com
Contact Person:
Natalie Moussapour, Talent Management Generalist
nmoussapour@ccapr.com
P: (212) 229-8448
Applications Requirements
- Resume & cover letter
- Citizenship Requirements: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Chandler Chicco Agency.
Background: Chandler Chicco Companies (CCC) is the largest global healthcare public relations agency with offices in New York, London, Washington and Los Angeles. Chandler Chicco has been named “PRWeek Agency of the Year 2007, and for the past four years “Healthcare Agency of the Year” by The Holmes Report and has received numerous awards for its work on behalf of its clients. For more information please visit our website at www.ccapr.com
Executive Trainee
CCC is seeking recent college graduates for the Executive Trainee Program in our New York, Washington D.C., New York Biosector 2 offices. An Executive Trainee will participate in a six-month, hands-on training program. As a junior member of the professional account staff the Executive Trainee will learn professional public relations skills by participating in a series of workshops and a final presentation to the agency, while working on one or two account teams. Executive Trainees will acquire hands-on public relations experience, gaining exposure to areas such as media relations/ monitoring, internal strategy sessions, new business research, etc. The Executive Trainee is responsible for specific assignments that typically are components of larger projects. At the end of the six months, the Executive Trainee will be considered for full-time hire after confirmation of their skills and interest in pursuing a career in healthcare public relations.
Requirements:
- Must have a B.A./B.S degree in communications, liberal arts, business/marketing or sciences with little to no professional full time experience.
- Must have their degree and be available to commence employment July 2008.
- Must demonstrate strong written verbal and organizational skills.
- Must be high energy, enthusiastic and have a strong interest in the healthcare public relations.
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Please submit a cover letter and résume.
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DAN KLORES COMMUNICATIONS
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Dan Klores Communications
386 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10016
www.dkcnews.com
Contact Person:
Sami Ghazi
212-981-5134
sami_ghazi@dkcnews.com
Application Requirements
- Resume and cover letter
- Citizenship Requirements: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview Dan Klores Communications
Background:
Established in 1991, Dan Klores Communications (DKC) is one of the largest independent public relations firms in the country. DKC has always been known as an eclectic agency. We pride ourselves on being a smart, aggressive and inventive team with a wide range of public relations and marketing talent and experience serving a diverse array of clients.
Our expertise encompasses a variety of practice areas including: consumer products, corporate, media, entertainment, music, fashion, government relations, not-for-profit, education, health care, hospitality, lifestyle, technology, sports, film, special events and crisis management.
Assistant, Various Practice Groups:
DKC is seeking recent college graduates for a number of full-time Assistant positions. Assistants take on numerous activities such as research, media pitching and analysis, and account administration in support of DKC’s clients.
An Assistant position is typically a 15-18 month assignment housed within one of DKC’s practice areas, and offers the opportunity to learn from senior staff members while gaining invaluable client experience. DKC actively seeks to promote from within, providing an excellent opportunity for career advancement.
Applicants should have strong interest in the media and the ability to think creatively. Excellent writing, verbal communications, and computer skills are required. In addition, applicants should have the ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously while working in a team environment. Salary and benefits are competitive.
Successful applicants will be asked to take a writing test before being offered employment.
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EDELMAN
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Edelman
1500 Broadway
New York, NY 10036
www.edelman.com
Contact Person:
Recruitment Coordinator
P: 212-768-0550
Application Requirements
- Resume and cover letter
- Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Edelman.
- NOTE: Students may apply to both the AAE and post graduate Internship positions.
Background: Edelman is the world’s largest independent public relations firm, with 3,000 employees in 51 offices worldwide. The firm was named PRWeek’s Large Agency of the Year for 2006. AdvertisingAge recently named Edelman as the best PR firm in its 2005 “Best Agencies” issue while PR Week awarded the firm its “Editor’s Choice” distinction at the start of 2006. Edelman was also named 2006 Large Agency of the Year and 2005 International Agencey of the Year by The Holmes Group. Edelman’s network includes four specialty firms - Blue (advertising), First&42nd (management consulting), StrategyOne (research) and BioScience Communications (medical education and publishing) - making it possible to provide clients with a comprehensive spectrum of communications services. Visit us at www.edelman.com for more information.
Assistant Account Executive
Edelman, the world’s largest independent public relations firm, is seeking outstanding candidates at the Assistant Account Executive level to work on leading global accounts within our world class practices in New York.
Responsibilities:
The AAE will be a key player in day-to-day client activities, supporting senior staff by:
- Research/write media materials, client correspondence
- Establish strong relationships with media to generate awareness of client’s position, issues and activities
- Support team members in the management of client accounts
- Keep up to date with issues and events in relevant markets
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and good verbal and written communication skills are required. Must be detail oriented and possess strong research skills. Candidates should function well in a team environment and have the ability to demonstrate attention to detail and dedication to quality. The ideal AAE candidate will have a basic understanding of the PR industry and at least one relevant internship. Technology experience is also recommended but not required.
Edelman provides comprehensive benefits packages, a stimulating work environment and employee development. Edelman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Intern
Non-Exempt, Temporary
Qualifications:
An Intern must be able to work effectively with a variety of account service staff within a specific set of accounts. S/he must have good organizational skills and the ability to adapt to new conditions, assignments and deadlines. S/he must have solid knowledge of MS Office Suite. In addition, s/he must have good verbal and written communication skills. The Intern is generally someone who has recently graduated with a bachelor’s degree and is looking for entry-level experience in public relations. S/he must demonstrate the ability to become a strong writer. Familiarity with the public relations discipline through past coursework or other trainee(intern)ships is desirable.
Responsibilities:
The Intern is responsible for assisting with implementing and monitoring projects within a specific set of accounts under the direction of the supervisor. The Interns works closely with and supports the needs of the account teams. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Client Servicing
- Basic understanding of principles of PR
- Basic understanding of clients’ business
- Assist with general account service per the projects assigned by the supervisor
- Assist with trafficking jobs and project coordination as directed by the supervisor
- Participation in brainstorms when invited by the supervisor
- Assist with preparation of client status reports as directed by the supervisor
- Other tasks as assigned as directed by the supervisor
Media Relations
- Read and identify media clips from clipping services and on-line resources
- Assist with monitoring client competition coverage
- Pitch the media under the direction of the supervisor
- Schedule press tours and spokespeople as directed by the supervisor
- Assist with preparation of press kits for distribution
- Schedule booth appointments at trade shows and follow-up appropriately
- Assist with research for various client press initiatives as assigned by supervisor
- Update media lists
- Assist with compilation of media coverage reports
Product and Capability Development
Writing and Editing
- Familiarity with AP style
- Complete research to support media advisories, bios, and conference reports
- Draft pitch letters and/or email pitch memos to vendors with the approval of the supervisor
- Conduct and compile research as directed by supervisor
Relevant Market Knowledge
- Basic understanding of key client information, including general business
- strategy, industry issues, products and services, key customers and competitors in the marketplace
- Basic understanding of research and media list building tools (Factiva, Edge, etc.)
Financial Planning and Management
- Compute timesheets and expense reports
Leadership
- Live the Edelman values (quality, integrity, respect, entrepreneurial spirit, mutual benefit)
- Demonstrate professional behaviors and pursuit of excellence in all operations
Measuring Progress
An Intern will be progressing when s/he can demonstrate the following:
- Under supervision, has a basic understanding of the job tasks and ability to perform them easily; by training’s end has an understanding of agency procedures and systems
- Basic understanding of clients’ business and the marketplace it sells to
- Basic understanding of publications reaching clients’ audiences and media covering those clients
- Strong writing and editing skills on a wide range of assignments (see above); able to complete targeted assignments within three drafts and within deadline
- Showcases results to team in an effective and compelling manner
- Demonstrates solid problem-solving abilities consistently
- Displays solid verbal and written communication skills and makes good use of informal and formal communication
- Good, basic writing skills including grammar, punctuation and AP style
- Shows initiative, takes ownership of projects and sees them to their completion
- Shows good judgment when working with team members, other Edelman employees and vendors
- Demonstrates consistent progress in day-to-day responsibilities
- Lives the Edelman values (quality, integrity, respect, entrepreneurial spirit, mutual benefits)
- Ability to assist in writing press releases or press kit pieces
Edelman New York offers internships in the following areas:
Consumer Marketing
Healthcare Marketing
Corporate and Public Affairs
Media Services
Graphic Design
Diversity Marketing
Financial Services
Interactive Solutions
Information Systems
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FLASHPOINT MEDICA
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Flashpoint Medica
158 West 29th Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10001
www.flashpointmedica.com
Contact Person:
Bebe Bernstein, VP of Operations
bebe.bernstein@flashpointmedica.com
P: (212) 894-9757
Application Requirements
- Resume and cover letter.
- Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Flashpoint Medica.
Background: Flashpoint Medica is not just another full-service, professional agency. What sets us apart is our proprietary discipline, one that's focused on leveraging opportunities that arise at critical moments in a brand's lifecycle. Moments when decisions are made and action is being taken. We call these critical moments flashpoints. With the right strategy and tactics, we help brand managers ignite their brand's growth along a continuum of flashpoints. A hallmark flashpoint is the moment when pivotal research results are in. at this juncture, the first question is whether the key customer insights that will speak to your audience will be identified. Without these insights, you can’t build your brand’s ideal position Sure, you can achieve sales, but if your brand’s position fails to fully reflect how well your product meets your customer’s needs, you’ll be leaving some money on the table. Maybe a lot. In what we call the new marketing space, we’ve surveyed three underexploited flashpoints, such as the encounter between the brand team and the thought leader, the sales rep and the doctor, and the physician and the patient. Three potent flashpoints, each offering enormous opportunities to your brand.
Assistant Account Executive
Responsibilities:
- Opens/processes new job number for project; maintains job number file
- Creates job packet (client name, job number, job name, date, copy of creative brief, timeline, as well as other relevant material)
- Traffics materials to the various departments art, copy, editorial, account) through completion
- Prepares 'transmittal' forms and sends project to client (copy, layout, files etc.)
- Submits copy/layout/references for me/legal/regulatory review
- Prepares weekly status reports (internal)
- Prepares project timelines
- Prepares job estimates with assistance of creative staff
- Sends project timeline/estimate to client for approval
- Obtains client approval of estimates, revises estimates when needed and issues project invoices to client
- Reviews project budget utilizing agency financial reports on a monthly basis; alerts account supervisor if project exceeds budget
- Contributes to evaluation and critique of client tactics
- Offers assistance in new business efforts when appropriate
- Maintains accurate records of client direction and issues timely client contact reports
- Participates in creative tactical planning and brainstorming under guidance of account supervisor
- Keeps abreast of industry news through 'news updates', reading literature etc.
- Attends industry-related lectures
- Attends key client meeting when possible
- Practices presentation skills at internal agency meetings
Jr. Art Director
General Responsibilities:
- Candidate must demonstrate solid layout, design and typography skills
- Assist creative team in the development of layout and concept executions
- Must be a problem solver
- Strong MAC Skills: Quark, Illustrator and Photoshop
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of production
Key Responsibilities:
The jr. art director is to assist his/her team in the implementation and refinement of all
concepts and layouts. This individual will also be responsible for the necessary steps leading to production. The JAD is to also develop his/her conceptual skills by observing and participating with the rest of the team in the development of an array of creative concepts.
Jr. Copywriter
General Responsibilities:
- Candidate must demonstrate solid written and verbal skill
- He/she must be able to think visually
- Must be a problem solver
- Demonstrate solid skills in basic research, editorial and fact checking
- Be familiar with AMA style and guidelines
Key Responsibilities: Copywriter
By demonstrating a willingness to absorb and become a pivotal member of the team dynamic, the copywriter must be able to craft a cohesive, medically supportable promotional message for the brand. He/she must be able to pinpoint support points within the data and be able to defend presentation with medical and regulatory review committee.
NOTE: Flashpoint Medica will be conducting informational interview at NYRA will be “Informational.” When they know their exact hiring needs summer 2008, you may be called back for an in-house interview.
Flashpoint Medica hereby affirms it is an equal opportunity employer, offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or age and provides equal opportunity to handicapped individuals, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era.
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HILL & KNOWLTON
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Hill & Knowlton
909 Third Ave. 9th floor
New York, NY 10003
www.hillandknowlton.com
Contact Person:
David E. Miller, SPHR, HR and Talent Acquisition Manager
david.miller@hillandknowlton.com
Applications Requirements
- Resume, Cover Letter, Unofficial Transcript, Writing Sample
- Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Hill & Knowlton.
Background: Hill & Knowlton is one of the world’s largest public relations and public affairs networks. We understand the tough challenges clients face and we offer communications solutions that deliver real, measurable business outcomes. Experienced industry sector and client service specialists combine to deliver integrated programs locally or globally using proven and effective communications methods.
As a leading international communications consultancy, Hill & Knowlton Inc. provides services to local, multinational and global clients. The firm has 71 offices in 40 countries, as well as an extensive associate network. It is also part of WPP Group plc (NASDAQ: WPPGY), one of the world's largest communications service groups.
Hill & Knowlton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Summer 2008 Internship Program
We will interview candidates on an informational basis for our Summer 2008 internship program (including post-graduate interns) as well as candidates who have prior internships in public relations firms or who have interned in the communications/pr departments on the corporate side.
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HORIZON MEDIA INC.
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Horizon Media Inc.
630 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10017
www.horizonmedia.com
Contact Person:
Emily Ganz, Talent Specialist
eganz@horizonmedia.com
P: (212) 351-5915
Application Requirements
- Resume, cover letter, Experience with Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
- Citizenship Requirement: No citizenship restrictions.
Background: Horizon Media is in the business of helping clients sell products and build brands by making relevant connections between brands and consumers through insightful marketing counsel, media-neutral strategic planning and effective negotiation and placement. We are driven to help our clients succeed, and in the process both of us will grow and prosper. We are known as “The Marketing Driven Media Services Company” because our focus is on increasing our clients’ sales and communication ROI. We know of no other company in our industry with Horizon’s unique blend of knowledge, experience and results orientation. We are determined to focus all of our resources toward achieving our clients’ goals, and we are dedicated to providing unmatched service and performance.
Assistant Media Buyer
Assisting the Buyer with the monitoring and maintenance of all media projects and buying assignments. Candidates must have good math skills and strong communication skills. Candidates should also have a pleasant phone manner. The assistant buyer should demonstrate an interest in the entire scope of the buying process and have the ability to develop and maintain relationships.
Assistant Media Planner
Collaborating with the Media Planner and Planning Supervisor with creative media solutions. Candidates should have a basic understanding of number relationships, media math and media terminology. The assistant planner will prepare for media responsibilities that include evaluating research, developing points of view and understanding applications towards client goals.
Assistant Account Executive
Assisting Account Executive with day-to-day account management, including client contact, media schedules, billing, budgets and traffic parameters. Candidates should be organized and have good writing, math and communication skills.
Requirements:
Resume, Cover Letter. Experience with Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
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RF | BINDER
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RF | Binder
950 3rd Avenue, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10022
www.rfbinder.com
Contact Person:
Deidra Degn, Coordinator, Associate Program
deidra.degn@rfbinder.com
P: (212) 994-7515
Application Requirements
- Resume and cover letter.
- Citizenship Requirement: No citizenship restrictions.
Background: RF | Binder Partners, Inc. is a new global communications management agency of the Ruder Finn Group that was started in 2001 as a “spin-off” from the 58-year old industry leader, Ruder Finn, Inc. RF | Binder was created to meet clients’ demands for new solutions to the challenges of today. RF | Binder Partners seeks new answers to communications, marketing, and public opinion problems, and works with organizations that are being transformed by new technologies and changing business conditions. With about 80 employees, RF | Binder Partners provides communications counsel and on- and off-line communications services – public relations, investor relations, Internet marketing, and public affairs. RF | Binder works with nearly 50 clients, representing a wide array of industries and organizations, all of which are challenged by new market conditions and new technologies. Current and recent clients include Bank of America, Cargill, Eli Lilly, Dunkin’ Donuts, Johnson & Johnson, McGraw-Hill, Revolution Money and many others in categories across the board.
Associate
Associate -- RF | Binder fills its entry level positions with college graduates who are interested in public relations. As integral members of account teams, Associates gain exposure to every facet of the public relations business. The work they perform is primarily development of media lists, writing pitch letters and press releases, making telephone "pitches" to journalists, compiling clipping reports, organizing and attending special events and participating in creative sessions. Associates are assigned to accounts as needed and will work under the direct supervision of the account team manager.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Applicants for the Associate position must have at least a Bachelor’s Degree at the time the session for which they are applying begins. Applicants of all majors are considered for the program. RF | Binder Partners is looking for applicants who are highly motivated, take initiative on their own, possess a broad range of skills and thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment. In addition to the cover letter and resume required for screening prior to the career day, applicants are also required to complete an application and two writing tests. This application packet will be given out during the preliminary interview at the career fair.
RF | Binder hereby affirms it is an equal opportunity employer, offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or age and provides equal opportunity to handicapped individuals, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era.
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TIME CONSUMER MARKETING, INC.
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Time Consumer Marketing, Inc.
1271 Avenue of the Americas, 6-136E
New York, NY
10020
www.timeinc.com
Contact Person:
Brad Hoffman, Development & Recruitment Manager
brad_hoffman@timeinc.com
P: (212) 522-4653
Application Requirements:
- Resume and cover letter
- Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Time Consumer Marketing, Inc.
Background: Time Consumer Marketing Inc. is the marketing arm of Time Inc., one of the largest magazine and content publishers in the world. The company's stable of over 130 magazines includes TIME, SPORTS ILLUSTRATED, PEOPLE, ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY, MONEY, FORTUNE, IN STYLE, and REAL SIMPLE as well as TIME FOR KIDS, SPORTS ILLUSTRATED FOR KIDS, AND PEOPLE EN
ESPANOL. These powerful and trusted brands have a total readership of over 300 million worldwide, and their reach extends to online, television, cable, video on demand,
satellite radio, mobile devices, events and branded products. Editorial excellence, combined with expert and innovative marketing, make each title a leader in its field. Time Inc. is owned by Time Warner, a major media company with publishing, filmed entertainment, cable and television enterprises, and America Online. Time Consumer Marketing Inc. is responsible for the direct and retail marketing of the magazines, digital content and other related products to consumers. The brands are marketed through many different channels including direct mail, television, agents, retail, and the internet.
Assistant Marketing Manager
The Assistant Marketing Manager position is an entry-level position for BAs. At this level, the Assistant Manager is assigned to a brand (magazine) marketing team working on a source (channel) of business. Responsibilities include developing marketing and creative strategy, designing marketing tests, implementing marketing programs, analyzing results and managing a P&L for an area of the business.
Requirements:
The successful candidate will have a BA preferably with a concentration in business, marketing or economics. Strong analytical, communication and creative skills are required, as is a demonstrated interest or experience in publishing and/or direct marketing.
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UNIVERSAL MCCANN
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Universal McCann
622 Third Avenue
New York, NY, 10017
www.universalmccann.com
Contact Person:
Jillian Roth, Human Resources Coordinator
jillian.roth@universalmccann.com
P: (646) 865-2847
Application Requirements
- Resume and cover letter
- Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Universal McCann.
Background: Universal McCann is dedicated to delivering sustainable communications solutions through engagement innovation and accountable creativity for clients including Barcadi, Coca-Cola, Exxon-Mobil, Intel, Johnson & Johnson, L’Oreal, MasterCard, Microsoft and Sony. Universal McCann was recognized as Media Agency of the Year at the 2006 Cannes International Advertising Festival and is recognized as a top-ten global medial network. Universal McCann has 72 offices in 44 countries and approximately 2,800 employees worldwide.
Universal McCann is part of the Interpublic Group (NYSE:IPG) (www.interpublic.com) Interpublic is one of the world’s leading organizations of advertising agencies and marketing services companies. Major global brands include Draft FCB Group, FutureBrand, Momentum, MRM, Octagon, Universal McCann and Weber Shandwick. Leading domestic brands include Campbell-Ewald, Carmichael Lynch, Deutsch, Hill Holiday, Mullen and The Martin Agency.
Assistant Media Planner
Reports to Media Supervisor
The Assistant Media Planner is responsible for assisting the media planning team in the preparation, development, execution and monitoring of media plans for assigned clients. In addition, Assistant Media Planners learn buying and operating procedures and develop skills in negotiation.
Key Accountabilities:
- Gathers information to be used in developing media plans, such as demographic profiles, media usage habits, points of view, flow charts, media costs and competitive spending data.
- Writes memos and assists in writing plans and other media presentations
- Maintains spending and delivery recaps
- Serves as an interface with media reps
- Serves as interface with other agency departments
- Takes advantage of all training/learning opportunities
- Assists Media Planner with job responsibilities
Educational and Experience Requirements:
- College Degree and/or less than one year experience in media planning
- Must be proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to be flexible and a team player
Assistant Media Buyer
Reports to Media Supervisor
The Assistant Buyer position provides support to the National Broadcast team.
Key Accountabilities:
- Develop a working knowledge of client’s goals, guidelines and strategies.
- Revise/Maintain all schedules on a daily basis.
- Prepare stewardship of all buys and stay current with all research data.
- Check contracts and alert Buyer to any differences between buy and contract.
- Perform basic buying function in Donovan, update client schedules
- Oversee and coordinate the administrators’ resolution of non-problem bill discrepancies and problem discrepancies, with the help of supervisor if necessary, within designated timeframe.
- Maintain good relations with other initiative departments that Network collaborates with.
- Issue 100% post-buy analysis within 90 days after end of the quarter
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelors Degree in related field or equivalent work experience
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Familiar with Microsoft desktop software; working knowledge of Excel and Word
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to be flexible and a team player.
NOTE: The preceding job description documents the general nature and level of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbents. Consequently, job incumbents may be asked to perform other duties as required.
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CONSUMER PRODUCTS
MBI, INC.
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MBI, Inc.
47 Richards Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06857
www.mbi-inc.com
Contact Person:
Human Resources
personnel@mbi-inc.com
P: (203) 853-2000
Application Requirements
- Resume and cover letter
- Citizenship Requirements: No citizenship restrictions.
Background: MBI, Inc. is a half-billion-dollar consumer products company located in Norwalk, Connecticut, approximately one hour from Manhattan. We develop and market both original and licensed products, with licenses including: the NFL, MLB, Ford, GM, Rolls Royce, Anheuser-Busch, Coca-Cola and Disney, to name a few. For nearly 40 years, MBI has posted outstanding growth in sales and profits, while developing a loyal and growing customer base. We offer management positions heavily steeped in marketing and advertising.
Marketing Management Opportunity
MBI, Inc. is committed to developing ambitious, entrepreneurial individuals into managers who run a portion of its business. In fact, year after year, MBI recruits the best and the brightest from the nation's top schools to join its management ranks.
You begin your management career with MBI as an Assistant Product Manager. Immediately, you are given the responsibility for developing and implementing the marketing plans for your products. You will be actively involved in all areas of our business, including:
• Advertising
• Marketing - Strategy, Implementation, Analysis
• Product Development
• Product Sourcing
As an Assistant Product Manager, you will find that our hands-on approach is unrivaled by entry-level positions in larger firms. A career with MBI offers tremendous responsibility, a stimulating atmosphere, the potential for substantial professional and financial growth, and an excellent balance between work and life.
Qualifications
MBI seeks intelligent, ambitious individuals with strong commercial instincts and the drive it takes to be a leader. Directly related coursework and/or professional experience is NOT required. All majors are welcome to apply. Resume & Cover letter required.
MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING CANCER CENTER
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
6633 3rd Avenue, 5th Floor
New York, NY 10017
www.mskcc.org
Contact Person:
Tara Stampe, College Recruitment Coordinator
stampet@mskcc.org
P: (646) 227-3036
Application Requirements
- Resume and cover letter
- Citizenship Requirements: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Background: The world's oldest and largest private cancer center, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) has devoted more than a century to patient care as well as to innovative research, making significant contributions to new and better
therapies for the treatment of cancer. Today, the Center has more than 9,000 employees including 717 Memorial Hospital attending staff and 123 SKI members.
In 2006, more than 21,000 patients were admitted to Memorial Hospital and Memorial Sloan-Kettering accommodated 431,160 outpatient visits at its Manhattan and regional sites combined.
Available Positions
Session Assistants - Health Care Administration
New Graduates who are committed to a career in health care and are seeking the opportunity to work in an organization where excellence and extraordinary service are primary operation goals, are invited to submit their resumes for consideration. The Session Assistant acts as a liaison between the patient, family and the medical health care team during office visits. Responsibilities include orienting patients and
families to Ambulatory Care, assisting with patient flow between the waiting and clinical areas, and ensuring that medical records are available and complete prior to their office visit.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate group includes students with a BS/BA in Health Care Administration. We will also consider students with other majors who have demonstrated commitment to health care through internships, related summer jobs, or volunteer assignments. Successful applicants must possess strong communication skills, take an analytical approach to problem solving, enjoy working as part of a team, and exhibit initiative.
Physician Office Assistant
New Graduates who are committed to a career in health care and are seeking the opportunity to work in an organization where excellence and extraordinary service are primary operation goals, are invited to submit their resumes for
consideration.
The Physicians Office Assistant acts as a liaison between the patient and the medical health care team on a daily basis. Responsibilities include screening patient calls, scheduling patient tests and appointments, and handling all administrative functions associated with the practice.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate group includes students with a bachelor's degree and a desire to work in a health care setting. Successful applicants must possess strong communication skills, take an analytical approach to problem solving, enjoy working as part of a team and exhibit initiative. Experience with Microsoft Office software programs preferred.
Research Study Assistant
An important function at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center is the acquisition and analysis of data related to therapeutic and/or diagnostic protocols. The Research Study
Assistant is actively involved in the review of patient histories, the collection and computerization of information, and the development of reports. As a member of a multi-disciplinary research team made up of Physicians, Nurses, and Clinical Support Staff, you will contribute to a superior understanding of care provided to patients. Research opportunities are available in the following departments: Epidemiology, Medicine, Neurology, Pathology, Pediatrics, and Surgery.
Qualifications: The successful candidate for a Research Study Assistant position must have knowledge of databases; possess strong communication and analytical skills; be comfortable working with technical, medical, and scientific terminology; and have a BS/BA, preferably in the Sciences/Social Services/Math.
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THE ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY
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The Rockefeller University
1230 York Avenue
New York, NY 10065
www.rockefeller.edu
Contact Person:
Marivel Morillo, Employment Specialist
morillm@rockefeller.edu
P: (212) 327-8300
Application Requirements
- Resume, cover letter and unofficial transcript.
- Citizen Requirements: No citizenship restrictions.
Background: The Rockefeller University is a world-renowned center for scientific research and graduate education in the biomedical sciences, chemistry, and physics. Founded by John D.Rockefeller, Sr. in 1901 as the nation's first institute for medical research, the University has a unique laboratory-based structure that encourages interdisciplinary research, the force that drives scientific achievement today. This innovative, collaborative approach has been an unparalleled success, contributing to 23 Nobel Prizes-including Roderick MacKinnon's 2003 Nobel in Chemistry. The University is made up of 75 independent laboratories that are free to interact in any and all directions. Scientifically, our programs are devoted mainly to basic scientific investigation, as the motto on our seal states, "for the benefit of humankind". The Rockefeller community consists of 700 faculty, research scientists, and postdoctoral fellows, 140 Ph.D. and M.D.-Ph.D. students, and 850 administrative and support staff members. Our campus is located on 14 park-like acres on Manhattan's Upper East Side.
Research Assistants
The Rockefeller University seeks Research Assistants to work in one of our 75 laboratories. Qualified individuals will provide support to the laboratory in the completion of assigned experiments and (depending on the lab) assist in molecular biological, biochemical, immunological, genetic, neuroscience, and/or cell biological experiments. A team- oriented approach is used to conduct basic and human disease related research.
Requirements:
Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in the life sciences, some previous laboratory experience, knowledge of basic laboratory techniques, computer familiarity,
motivation, and the ability to work independently. A TWO year intention of service is preferred.
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LAW FIRMS
CRAVATH, SWAINE & MOORE LLP
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Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
Worldwide Plaza, 828 Eighth Ave.
New York, NY 10019
www.cravath.com
Contact Person:
Rachelle Granada, Recruiting Coordinator
rgranada@cravath.com
P: (2112) 474-3067
Application Requirements
- Resume (indicate GPA on resume), Cover letter.
- Please apply to only one position, not both.
- Citizenship Requirements: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP.
Background: Cravath's preeminent position among the world's law firms is greatly enhanced by the excellence of our staff, which is comprised of a diverse, highly skilled team of motivated professionals. Cravath employees are dedicated to serving the Firm's clients and to providing each other with the excellent service necessary to assist Cravath lawyers in doing their jobs at the highest level of skill and efficiency. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals, Cravath is the place for you!
Litigation Legal Assistants
Litigation Legal Assistants assist our attorneys in all phases and aspects of our practice. They respond to attorney work requests to assist in document processing practices. They accurately organize and maintain all documents and files relevant to assigned cases, using manual and automated procedures. Litigation Legal Assistants develop and utilize databases for searches, document retrieval and report printouts. They conduct legal research, check cites, and pull cases using Lexis and/or Westlaw databases. Overall our Litigation Legal Assistants help to provide legal service of the highest caliber to our clients.
Requirements:
Resume (Indicate GPA on resume), Cover letter. *(Only apply to one position not both.)* Candidates must have a bachelor's degree with high academic standing. We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are comfortable interacting in a professional environment. Excellent communication skills are key. Ability to work well under pressure and coordinate several activities at once. Ability and initiative to problem-solve and capacity to meet strict deadlines. Must have strong research skills and be computer and internet proficient. There is a considerable amount of overtime required in this job and you must be available as needed.
Corporate Legal Assistants
Corporate Legal Assistants help to provide legal service of the highest caliber to our clients. They assist in all phases of client transactions, including due diligence document reviews, drafting/negotiation sessions, corporate filings, closings and post-closing matters. They frequently conduct research and assist in compiling corporate information binders. Our corporate legal assistants assume a high level of responsibility for keeping track of, organizing, proofreading, filing and distributing documents related to corporate deals. They interact frequently with partners, associates and clients.
Requirements:
Resume (Indicate GPA on resume), Cover letter. *(Only apply to one position not both.)* Candidates must have a bachelor's degree with high academic standing. We are looking for highly motivated self-starters who are comfortable interacting in a professional environment. Excellent communication skills are key. Ability to work well under pressure and coordinate several activities at once. Ability and initiative to problem-solve and capacity to meet strict deadlines. Must have strong research skills and be computer and internet proficient. There is a considerable amount of overtime required in this job and you must be available as needed.
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SIDLEY AUSTIN LLP
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Sidley Austin LLP
787 7th Avenue
New York, NY 10019
www.sidley.com
Contact Person:
Edna Basquill, Legal Assistant Manager
ebasquill@sidley.com
(212) 839-5300
Application Requirements
- Resume, Cover Letter and Writing Sample
- Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Sidley Austin LLP.
Background: Sidley Austin LLP is one of the world’s largest full-service law firms. With more than 1,500 lawyers practicing on three continents (North America, Europe and Asia), the firm provides a broad range of integrated services to meet the needs of both large and small businesses as well as governments, institutions, associations, foundations, professional firms and individuals.
We are currently seeking legal assistants for our New York office.
Legal Assistants
We look for candidates who are hardworking and eager to learn, while working in a collegial atmosphere.
Sidley, Austin’s legal assistant work closely with partners, associates and other legal assistants in a team-oriented environment. All legal assistants learn the process of the practice they work in whether it be corporate or litigation. Sidley’s training program teaches extensive organizational and professional skills that will last a lifetime.
Some of the corporate legal assistant duties include: Obtaining, creating, reviewing, updating and finalizing closing documents, as well as filing documents with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Our litigation legal assistants are responsible for: Cite-checking legal briefs, and assisting at depositions, trails and arbitrations and on document productions. Although your primary assignment will be with a specific area, you will have the opportunity to work with other practice groups as the work flow demands. Whether you choose to stay on as a career paralegal or continue on to graduate school, you will have a positive experience at Sidley.
Submit a Resume, Cover Letter, & Writing Sample. We look for college graduates who are ambitious, team players, eager to learn and open to new experiences. Your academic and extracurricular achievements should indicate your ability to communicate effectively, work well with people and deliver a work product of superior quality. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required. Paid overtime is also a requirement.
Sidley Austin hereby affirms it is an equal opportunity employer, offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or age and provides equal opportunity to handicapped individuals, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era.
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SULLIVAN & CROMWELL LLP
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Sullivan & Cromwell LLP
125 Broad Street
New York, NY 10004
www.sullcrom.com
Contact Person:
Human Resources
legalassistantrecruiting@sullcrom.com
P: (212) 558-4000
Application Requirements
- To apply for a legal assistant position, please submit a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript. Applicants must include all of the above-mentioned materials in order to be considered for this position. The firm will only respond to candidates that submit completed applications. Review our web site at www.sullcrom.com for more detailed information on S&C's legal assistant program and practice-specific areas.
- Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Sullivan Cromwell LLP.
Background: Sullivan & Cromwell LLP is a New York-based corporate firm with an eminent national and international legal practice. We provide the highest quality legal advice and representation to clients around the world.
Legal Assistant
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assisting lawyers in one of the following practice areas: Litigation, Estates &
Personal, or General Practice - Corporate Finance, Financial Institutions, Mergers & Acquisitions, or Commercial Real Estate. The firm also encourages legal assistants and lawyers to participate in pro bono work. Approximately 50% of S&C's client base is located outside of the US; many assignments include international
work and translation work.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree. High GPA. Ability to work overtime and commit to 2 years of employment required. Some work experience or internships a plus. Fluency in a foreign language a plus. US Citizenship or permanent work authorization required. Must be available to start in July 2008.
Note: Students may apply to only one of the positions (Litigation, Estates & Personal, Real Estate, Corporate Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Financial Institutions Group).
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WHITE & CASE LLP
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White & Case LLP
1155 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10036-2787
www.whitecase.com
Contact Person:
Lynda F. Wertheim, Director of Legal Assistants
lwertheim@whitecase.com
P: (212) 819-8633
Application Requirements
- Resume, cover letter, unofficial transcript, writing sample..
- Citizenship Requirement: No citizenship restrictions.
Background: White & Case is a leading global law firm with 2,300 lawyers and 500 legal assistants in 35 offices around the world. Among the first US-based law firms to establish a truly global presence, we provide counsel and representation in virtually every area of law that affects cross-border business.
We seek people with formidable talents and we encourage them to be both generous with their knowledge and forthright with their questions. Our open-door policy promotes candid communication among partners, associates, legal assistants and staff. In addition, we thrive on diversity and the benefits that diverse thinking, perspectives and cultures afford our clients and ourselves.
Legal Assistant
At White & Case, legal assistants are smart, motivated and dynamic members of a collaborative team in one of three practice groups: Corporate and Financial Services, Litigation/Intellectual Property, and Tax.
To succeed as a legal assistant one must have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, work effectively with others, and excercise good judgment and high ethical standards. Candidates must have a four-year college degree with a minimum GPA of 3.3 and relevant work experience. Foreign language skills are often needed for certain client matters.
Professional Development
White & Case provides an orientation and training program that teaches new legal assistants about the skills and technology needed to succeed. You will have the chance to use your previous academic, professional and personal experiences to exceed the goals we set in representing our clients and achieving our standards of excellence.
We also believe a support network is an integral element for the professional growth of our legal assistants and have created a Mentor Program, wherein each newly-hired legal assistant is paired with an experienced legal assistant who is familiar with Firm procedures and culture. We believe this relationship eases the new legal assistant’s integration into the Firm. Some practice groups also provide lawyer mentors.
Requirements:
Resume, Cover Letter, Transcript and Writing Sample. 4 year college degree. GPA over 3.2. Internships/summer jobs relevant to a law firm environment.
Please see website for more details about the Legal Assistant positions.
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PUBLISHING
RANDOM HOUSE
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Random House
1745 Broadway
New York, NY 10019
www.randomhouse.com/careers
Contact Person:
HR Assistant
employment@randomhouse.com
Application Requirements
- Resume & Cover letter detailing specific interests in your favorite Random House division(s), authors and titles.
- Citizenship Requirement: You must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident
to interview with Random House.
Background: Random House, Inc. is the world's largest general trade book publisher. It is a division of Bertelsmann AG, one of the foremost media companies in the world. Random House provides a variety of career opportunities, challenges, and directions. Many college graduates express a desire to work in a specific field, such as editorial,
marketing, publicity, information technology, operations, sales or finance. There are usually a number of jobs open at any time of year. It's often a matter of timing, and we keep strong applicants in mind if a suitable opportunity is not immediately available. Random House recognizes, welcomes, and rewards talent of all kinds. We are committed to being the magnet for high-achievement people in the book publishing business.
The Associates Program
In New York we also offer a unique career training program. The Associates Program is ideally suited to recent college graduates who are passionate about publishing, but need to know more before committing to a specific area. The one-year program provides a year of training and exposure to many different aspects of the book publishing business. An Associate is assigned to a specific publishing division, and rotates through its various departments. The basic concept of the Associates Program is to explore and learn more about the many facets of publishing before committing to a particular area. After one year in the program, Associates are encouraged to apply for any open position within their area of interest. Random House is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required. Must be willing to take initiative and possess strong communication skills. Looking for motivated, creative thinkers with a strong work ethic. Must have a demonstrated interest in a publishing career. Excellent computer skills a must. Please submit both a resume and cover letter detailing specific interests in your
favorite Random House division(s), authors and titles.
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