Smack Internship Program

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: • Must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree during the length of the program • Current class standing of sophomore, (second-year college student) or above • Strong academic record • Committed and available to work for the entire length of the program • Access to own housing and transportation to/from the assigned internship site STUDENTS SELECTED TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE INTERVIEW PROCESS: • Must demonstrate knowledge of current events and/or business news   TO APPLY: • Submit a 1-page resume (PDF preferred) • Submit a cover letter (PDF Preferred) • Explain why your background and experience make you a good fit for our program • Share your top areas of interest • Indicate your office location of choice STUDENTS ACCEPTED INTO THE FALL?2023 PROGRAM: Are required to provide a copy of an unofficial transcript or letter from the adviser/registrar showing proof of enrollment (upon request)   AREAS OF PLACEMENT: You will be considered for an internship based on the content of your cover letter, as well as your prior experience and interests, as determined during the recruitment process. You may be placed on SNC24/7 News Channel, Smack Magazine, Smack en Espanol, Smack Urban, Smack Campus, Smack Folks, Journalism/Production/Technical Areas: • Multimedia Reporters • Post Production • Houston And  Beyond • Houston We Live • Booking, Weekdays • Booking, Weekends • Media Production Group, Production • Media Production Group, Graphic Design • Marketing • Podcast • Business Assignment Desk • Out All Night • Media Desk • Graphic Design • Engineering • Production • North Houston • Northeast Houston • Northwest Houston • Southeast Houston • Southwest Houston • South Houston • Central Houston • Marketing • Accounting • Business Intelligence (Data Analytics) • Programming Analytics • Finance  

ALL 2023 SCHEDULE: General Application Deadline: Sunday, August 25th, 2023 Program Timeline: Monday, September 15th, 2023 – Friday,  December 15, 2023 Scheduled Weekly Hours:?16-24 hours per week NOTE: Schedules vary based on department needs and your availability. We do our best to work around your class schedule.

TOP CANDIDATE: Successful students have: • Knowledge of current Smack Magazine and Smack TV programming • The ability to maintain a professional demeanor when interfacing with talent and executives • The ability to work in a fast paced and deadline driven environment • The ability to work well on teams and collaborative efforts • Knowledge of the company and news/media industry • Strong written & verbal communication skills • Strong understanding of current events on a national scale • Knowledge of software systems and programs relevant to your desired area of placement.