INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS OFFICE NEWSLETTER

March 23, 2011

Published by the USC Career Planning & Placement Center

This weekly e-mail highlights interesting internship opportunities and other important information that will
aid you in securing an internship! The internships listed below are just a sampling of what is available. For
complete listings of all current internships, log on to connectSC at http://careers.usc.edu. New internships
are added daily.

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DID YOU MISS INTERNSHIP WEEK?

Were you unable to attend one of our Internship Week Panels? Visit our website
http://careers.usc.edu/podcasts/ to hear a podcast of each panel. View the list of employer contact
information in the Resource Library on connectSC.

WORKSHOP: SECURING AND INTERNSHIP IN-STATE AND OUT-OF-STATE

Many employers look to their interns when full-time positions become available in their company.
Internships give you the chance to 'test-drive' a career. Learn how to go about finding an internship, what
qualifications or classes are necessary, and generally what to expect from the internship experience. The
workshop will be held on Thursday, March 31 from 12:00-1:00pm in the Trojan Presentation
Room (STU B3).

COMPANY PROFILE EVENTS

During the academic semesters, we invite employers to conduct company presentations. We strongly
recommend that you attend these information sessions to learn about different industries and
organizations, as well as meet some of their key employees. Over the next few weeks SoCal Edison,
General Mills, and Paramount Pictures will be on campus holding an event. Please click this link for
more details, http://careers.usc.edu/eventcalendar/events/ or log-in to connectSC.

CAREER CENTER INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS

The Career Planning & Placement Center is offering two great summer internship programs for 2011:
Dream Dollars and The Scheyer Family Scholarship.

The Dream Dollars Program is a unique “scholarship” program for undergraduates. The USC Dream
Dollars Program provides stipends for USC students who receive internships with a non-profit or
government organization. This program will support students hoping to gain work experience from an
unpaid internship. Students will be selected through an application and interview process. All internships
must be a minimum of six weeks during the summer. The program provides a stipend of $1,200 for each
student. Students must have an internship prior to applying for this scholarship. For more information
please go to our website: http://careers.usc.edu/students/internships/dream-dollars/.

The Scheyer Family Scholarship for Summer Interns, established in December of 2007, will provide an
award of $2,500 to two students enrolled in approved summer internships. Preference will be given to
sophomores, juniors or seniors with demonstrated financial need. Student recipients must have a major in
the USC College of Letters, Arts & Sciences and must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Students
must be in good academic standing and must have a graduation date between December 2011 and May
2014. Students must have an internship prior to applying for this scholarship. For more information please
go to our website: http://careers.usc.edu/students/internships/scheyer-family-scholarship/ .

LOOKING FOR THAT PERFECT INTERNSHIP?

USC is proud to provide you with another resource to finding that next internship! In addition to
connectSC, you can access the iNet Internship Consortium — an internship database with a wide array
of opportunities and locations. The iNet Consortium attracts employers from across the country to post
internships that are available to students from a select group of universities including: USC, Georgetown,
MIT, NYU, Northwestern, Rice, Stanford, Duke, University of Pennsylvania and Yale. Log-in to
connectSC to access iNet!

PAID INTERNSHIPS
 AXA Advisors, LLC – Career Open House (Internship Opportunities)
AXA Advisors is a leader in helping individuals and businesses address their financial goals through
financial strategies, investment services and risk management. We have more than 50 branches across
the country employing approximately 6,000 financial professionals. AXA Advisors is an equal
opportunity employer committed to a workplace that is diverse, inclusive and merit-based. We’re
looking for highly motivated, achievement-driven individuals who want the opportunity to establish
and grow a financial services practice with the support and strength of one of the nation’s leading
financial services firms, backed by the world’s third largest insurer. You don’t need to have a finance
or economics degree to be a successful financial professional. At AXA Advisors, training is a process
not an event, whereby our financial professionals, at every level of experience, build their business.
You will participate in national and local development programs and joint work opportunities that
provide comprehensive knowledge and skill training. AXA Advisors will we be holding a Career
Open House event next Friday March 25, 2011 at 12:30pm. Additionally, we will be holding an all
women's event on Thursday March 31, 2011 at 12:30pm. This is a great opportunity for USC alumni
and students to come see our office and learn about AXA's platform and career path. Attendees will
also get the opportunity to set interviews after the presentation. We will be providing lunch at both
events. To learn more about AXA Advisors, please visit our website www.davidbacall.com .
Candidates interested in attending can RSVP by contacting Jeanna Fournier directly via email or
phone at 310-231-7757.

 Nordstrom – 2011 Internship Program

Are you graduating in Winter 2011 or anytime in 2012 and looking for a career in fashion? The
Nordstrom Internship may be your perfect fit! Nordstrom is proud to be named to Fortune magazine’s
list of “100 Best Companies to Work For.” Nordstrom is looking for individuals with enthusiasm for
retail, who are motivated achievers and hardworking team players. As an intern, you will receive
mentoring and training in the exciting world of fashion—experiences you won’t find in the
classroom. During the internship, you will have the opportunity to: learn from the experienced people
who bring the Nordstrom experience to life, gain hands-on experience by selling and serving
customers, participate in sales and customer service events, and gain exposure to a variety of
management responsibilities. You’ll also earn a competitive wage and receive an employee
merchandise discount. And—upon successful completion of the internship program—you’ll be
offered an assistant manager or salesperson position, depending upon availability and your
preferences. Applications will be accepted until March 15, 2011 at careers.nordstrom.com.
 USC Center on Public Diplomacy (CPD) – Summer Institute Internship
The student intern will support the Assistant Director for Programming and Events in coordinating
and administering the Summer Institute in Public Diplomacy, a two-week professional training
seminar run by the Center that will take place from July 17-29, 2011. Responsibilities will include
managing paperwork for visa applications, communicating logistical information to participants,
organizing seminar events, drafting correspondence, maintaining and updating the social networking
site for Summer Institute participants and alumni and other tasks as necessary. Terms and Duration:
May 1 – August 1, 2011; May 1 – July 16, 2011: 10-20 hours per week; July 17 – August 1, 2011:
Can be up to 40 hours per week. Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Must be a
current USC student, and possess the following qualifications: strong organizational skills and
thorough attention to detail, excellent writing and communication skills, experience in previous event
coordination and management, ability to multi-task and manage multiple assignments, reliable and
professional work ethic, ability to work independently, familiarity with social networking mediums.
To apply, please submit a brief cover letter and CV with one writing sample electronically to Stacy
Ingber, Assistant Director, Programming and Events, USC Center on Public Diplomacy
([email protected]) and include contact information for two references. Please be sure to cite the
position you are applying for. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Deadline for submission is April 1, 2011.

 Sapphos Environmental, Inc. – Biology Intern

Sapphos Environmental, Inc. is looking for 1 or 2 interns with interests or experience in the biological
sciences to work in the Resources Management group. Under the direction of the Manager of
Resources Management, this position would require the intern to perform entry-level work pertaining
to biological studies supporting the implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and other environmental rules and
regulations Each intern is assigned to work under the supervision of a mentor. Interns will receive
training in standardized field survey methods and equipment, and are expected to be able to conduct
independent work during their internship. Interns will assist with data management, and will be
expected to contribute to reports documenting survey results. Exposure to a wide range of entry-level
environmental consulting and related activities can be expected. This internship is designed to assist
the intern in refining their career and academic objectives while gaining field experience. The goal of
the internship program is to provide the applicant with the following: Experience working as an
environmental consultant, skills and training in identification of southern California plants and
animals, including special status species, increased knowledge of the environmental laws and
regulations, a broad range of experience related to various fields of the environmental consulting
industry, experience working as a team to approach problem solving in a private small business
enterprise. Duties include: conducting field surveys, IDing plants and wildlife, research and
compiling data for projects, preparing reports and graphics, performing technical work related to
environmental analysis. Must be familiar with common plants and animals of southern California, or
have experience working with a particular taxonomic group. Must have computer skills in Word,
Excel. Must demonstrate strong organizational abilities, interpersonal skills, and a willingness to
learn. Must be willing to work long hours in difficult field conditions. Must be able to maintain a
positive attitude and adhere to the highest standards of excellence. Current student or recent graduate
from a recognized undergraduate or graduate level program (preferably a MS, BS, or BA in Biology,
or a closely related field). The internship program requires 40 hours per week beginning anytime in
March and concluding anytime around June. The salary for this position is determined by level of
education and experience. All interested applicants, please send a cover letter, transcript, and resume
to the address: Sapphos Environmental, Inc., Attn: Ms. Lucy Wang, Department of Human
Resources, 430 N. Halstead Street, Pasadena, CA 91107. Email [email protected]
or phone (626) 683-3547.
UNPAID INTERNSHIPS
 The Phoenix Project – 2011 Social Innovation Program (SIP)
SIP is a cutting edge program to prepare top undergraduates, recent graduates, and graduate students
to become the next generation of social entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders. Graduates from this
intensive six-week institute emerge prepared to apply entrepreneurial approaches to social challenges
through nonprofit, private, and public sector organizations. The program is from June 19-July 30,
2011. This one-of-a-kind institute offers participants the opportunity to complete meaningful
consulting projects for nonprofit and community organizations while learning what it takes to be a
social entrepreneur. Students network with top leaders in the field while enjoying all that the greater
Washington, D.C. area has to offer. Housing is provided on George Mason University's campus. For
more information visit: www.socialinnovationprogram.com or contact [email protected].
Apply using our online form. We require two short essays, a resume, a transcript (an unofficial
transcript is acceptable), and a professor’s recommendation (applicants provide us with a professor’s
contact information, and we follow up with a short online survey). Apply by March 31, 2011.

 Mediaplacement Entertainment, Inc – Intern

Mediaplacement is a leading entertainment marketing agency based in Los Angeles. Disciplines
include Product Placement, Celebrity Outreach, Public Relations and Event Production. We are
seeking a highly creative, organized, and intelligent intern with a deep passion for entertainment
marketing. Duties include: Administrative support: answering phones, e-mails, faxing, Fed Ex,
messengers, etc; Brainstorming creative ideas and strategies for clients; Read and break down scripts
for brand opportunities, track coverage; Research (opportunities for brands, new ideas, etc).
Qualifications: Must be punctual, detail oriented, VERY organized, and professional appearance is a
must; Computer proficient; and Photoshop and graphic design experience is highly preferred. All
applicants must be able to commit to a minimum of 12-15 hours a week, schedule is flexible but you
must be able to work some weekends. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the
entertainment marketing industry. Please submit all applications via email
[email protected]. No phone calls, please.

 The White House – 2011 Fall Internship

The White House Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional
experience and build leadership skills. This hands-on program is designed to mentor and cultivate
today’s young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office and prepare them for
future public service opportunities. This select group of young men and women from across the
country dedicate their time, talents, energy, and service to better the White House, the community,
and the nation. These committed citizens become a part of the White House team. The assignments
given to an intern on any given day could include conducting research, managing incoming inquiries,
attending meetings, and writing memos. While the interns’ individual responsibilities and tasks vary,
they are united through weekly events and, most importantly, through service. Interns participate in a
long-term service project to help the surrounding community. This is a great opportunity to promote
leadership and a way to learn about their fellow intern class. Each week, interns come together for a
speaker series with senior staff members and participate in off-site field trips around D.C. In addition,
during the summer a few interns are chosen as mentors for the D.C. Scholars program. A completed
application includes: two (2) essays, three (3) letters of recommendation, and an updated resume.
Deadline for the Fall Internship Program: March 13, 2011. To apply, please visit
www.whitehouse.gov/internships. Questions or concerns? Email [email protected]

 CBS – Sustainability Partnerships Intern

 EcoMedia, a CBS Corporation (CBS) company, seeks individuals with a strong interest in issues such
as sustainability, public policy, clean energy, climate change, government affairs, public affairs and
corporate social responsibility (CSR) to assist with both internal and external environmental project
management for CBS. This a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a first-of-its kind
business model, in the growing field of corporate sustainability directly related to climate change. The
ideal candidates will have demonstrated interest and experience in sustainability and public policy.
Intern will have exposure with the following projects: External Project Sourcing and Support; Assist
with environmental project database management; Calculate environmental benefits of clean energy
projects; Assist with environmental project sourcing for the Sustainable Media advertising model
developed by EcoMedia; Coordinate projects within government contracts; and Communicating
sustainability efforts for CBS. This opportunity is exclusively available to current students and is only
for academic credit. Interns must be able to submit a letter from an accredited college/university
stating the class and number of credits to be earned. Work schedule is 2-3 days/week for around 16-
24 hours a week. Please list your Spring 2011 semester availability in your cover letter. Submit
Resume and Cover Letter to [email protected] or see connectSC Job ID #35747.

 Relief International – Executive/Grant Research Intern

Relief International (RI), an international relief and development agency with cross-sectoral programs
bridging relief and development, currently seeks a Executive/Grant Research Intern, to be filled as
soon as possible. The Executive/Grant Research intern position is a challenging and rewarding
opportunity for those with a strong desire to be involved in the non-profit sector, humanitarian relief
efforts and international development. The Intern will work directly with Relief International’s CEO,
assisting him with researching grant opportunities, grant writing and administrative tasks. Applicants
should have an academic grasp of international relations, some knowledge of grant writing, have
experience in an office environment, and should have the ability to adapt quickly and efficiently to a
fast-paced and demanding environment. Essential responsibilities include: Research potential
foundations and corporations relevant to RI’s portfolio, undertake specialized research projects and
write briefs for the CEO, assist in writing of grants, assist in the preparation and submission of
administrative documents and procedures. Qualifications include: Available for at least 12-15 hours a
week, a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast
paced environment, strong internet research abilities a must, general knowledge of world affairs and
international/intergovernmental institutions, strong interpersonal skills and ability to work
independently as part of a team, excellent written and oral communication skills, second language
desired. Willingness to take direction, but also the ability to think creatively and proactively provides
research and insight. Good organizational skills and detail-oriented. Demonstrated interest in
international development and relief efforts with a strong commitment to local and global social
justice. Salary: Unpaid, monthly transportation stipend and academic credit available. Application
Procedure: To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3
supervisory references (including name, email and phone number), with the date of availability to
[email protected]. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The email subject line should include
the following: Executive/Grant Research Intern – LA.

PROGRAMS AND CONFERENCES

 UBS – Freshman Forum
UBS Freshman Forum is an expenses-paid, immersion into the world of finance. UBS Freshman
Forum is available to students who have completed their freshman year in college, have demonstrated
outstanding academic achievement, and are enthusiastic about the financial services industry. The
Forum will be held on May 19-20, 2011 at the UBS offices in Stamford, Connecticut. The program
provides students with an opportunity to jump-start their career through an exciting, hands-on
introduction to businesses, which may include: finance, group technology, investment banking,
wealth management, operations, risk, and securities. The program will include opportunities to hear
 from senior speakers, networking with recent graduates—in both individual and small group settings
—a tour of the world’s largest trading floor, as well as building relationships with peers. Eligibility
criteria include: currently enrolled as a freshman in college, minimum 3.4 GPA, all majors welcome.
Interested candidates should apply at www.ubs.com/graduates by Friday, March 11, 2011. Please
enter job reference 68291BR in the keyword field of the search page. Application requires a resume
submission.

 UBS – Sophomore Symposium

UBS Sophomore Symposium is a three-day, expenses-paid, immersion into the world of finance. The
program provides sophomore students with an opportunity to jump-start their careers through an
exciting, hands-on introduction to businesses, which may include: finance, group technology,
investment banking, wealth management, operations, risk, and securities. The program is available to
students who have completed their sophomore year and have demonstrated outstanding academic and
extracurricular achievement, possess strong interpersonal skills and are enthusiastic about and
committed to the financial services industry. The Symposium will be held on May 23-25, 2011 at the
UBS offices in NYC and Stamford, Connecticut. The program will include a tour of the world’s
largest trading floor (UBS offices in Stamford, CT), a sales and trading simulation exercise, the
opportunity to hear from senior speakers, networking with recent graduates in both individual and
small group settings, as well as building relationships with peers through team-building exercises. All
interested candidates should apply at ubs.com/graduates by March 11, 2011. Please enter job
reference 68288BR in the keyword field of the search page. Requires a resume and an essay
submission (500 words or less) in response to the following question: Tell us about your interest in
financial services and what about the industry is driving you to consider it for your career.

 PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) eXplore Program

With more than 163,000 partners, principals and staff in 153 countries, PricewaterhouseCoopers
("PwC") is an industry-leading company that provides a wide range of assurance, tax, and advisory
services to many of the world's largest and most prestigious companies. PwC partners, principals and
staff have access to unparalleled knowledge, training, and technical resources. eXplore is a one-day
program offered for talented, diverse Freshman and Sophomore students to learn more about the
accounting profession and to discover their own career goals and aspirations. eXplore will be held in
PwC's Los Angeles office on April 1, 2011 and the day will consist of interactive activities and
training sessions aimed at developing teamwork, strategic thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and
leadership skills. What to Expect: If selected, PwC will sponsor your attendance in our one-day
program in PwC's Los Angeles office comprised of interactive activities and training sessions aimed
at developing teamwork, strategic thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Not
only will participation help cultivate these important characteristics, but it also provides a great
networking forum with other students and individuals from PwC. The eXplore program is an
outstanding opportunity for talented, diverse Freshman and Sophomore students to learn more about
the accounting profession and to discover their own career goals and aspirations. PwC seeks high-
performing diverse students considering a business or accounting-related major or those looking for
further information on careers in business and accounting. Bachelors and Masters students are
welcome. GPA must be at least 3.0 or higher, and expected graduation between 12/2012 thru 8/2014.
To apply for an opportunity to attend eXplore, you must complete the following two steps by March
13, 2011: Submit your resume through the job posting on ConnectSC. The opportunity is posted as
"eXplore Program." Also, apply through the Program's website at www.pwc.com/explore. If you have
any questions about the application process, please contact the PwC Campus Recruiter, Meredith
Herrick. She can be reached via email at [email protected].

 PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) eXpedition Conference

 PwC’s eXpedition is a national early-identification conference designed to attract diverse high-
potential college students interested in starting a fast paced career in the public accounting profession.
Participants will embark on a journey of self-discovery with PwC staff and students from around the
country. During this experience, you will discover your leadership style and gain critical insights to
develop your skills to become a leader in today’s professional world. Be prepared to stretch your
imagination and challenge yourself to build your capacity and proficiency as a leader. What to
Expect: If accepted, you will spend 3 days from July 26-29, 2011 with students from around the
country, as well as, people from PwC, learning advanced leadership skills that you can later use on
campus, in internships, and beyond. It will be held in Atlanta, Georgia. eXpedition participants will
attend the conference compliments of PwC. Accommodations will be provided in Atlanta, Georgia
and event staff will arrange ground/air transportation. PwC seeks high-performing diverse students
considering a business or accounting-related major or those looking for further information on careers
in business and accounting. Bachelors and Masters students are welcome. GPA must be at least 3.2 or
higher, and expected graduation between 12/2012 thru 8/2014. To apply for an opportunity to attend
eXplore, you must complete the following two steps by March 13, 2011: Submit your resume through
the job posting on ConnectSC. The opportunity is posted as "eXpedition Program." Also, apply
through the Program's website at www.pwc.com/expedition. If you have any questions about the
application process, please contact the PwC Campus Recruiter, Meredith Herrick. She can be reached
via email at [email protected].

 Deloitte Services LP – NextGen Leaders National Conference

You're at the threshold of your next stage in life. Take those first steps with Deloitte to build your
business know-how. The NextGen Leaders Program can help you strengthen the leadership skills you
need to be successful in today's market place. We'll pair you with mentors and coaches, provide you
with real-world experience and give you an extra boost with financial support. This conference is
designed for freshman business majors who are planning to major in accounting and are interested in
pursuing a career in public accounting. The conference is an all expense-paid trip that will take place
in San Francisco from July 25-28, 2011. At the conference students will learn about life in
professional services, meet Deloitte professionals from different backgrounds, and get a first-hand
look at how diversity plays a critical role in our success. In addition to the conference itself,
afterwards the students selected will have opportunities for internships, scholarships, and mentor
guidance. This is a terrific opportunity for students to really get a jump start on their career, learn
about the public accounting profession, and help with scholarship and internship positions. For more
information or application instructions, please visit www.deloitte.com/us/nextgenleaders. The
application deadline is April 1, 2011. If you have any questions, please e-mail Ellen Applebaum,
Audit Campus Recruiter, at [email protected] or call 714-913-1103.

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