Journalism + Communications
Journalism + Communications
Journalism and communications internships overseas are designed to provide students with practical experience in their chosen specialty and preferred sector while allowing students to develop marketable skills and build portfolios for future employers after graduating from the UO.
Journalism + Communications Internships are fully customizable and can be located in any of the locations where GlobalWorks offers internships.
JOURNALISM • COMMUNICATIONS • SOCIAL MEDIA • MARKETING • ADVERTISING • PUBLIC RELATIONS • MEDIA • WRITING + EDITING
Sample Placements
Communications agencies | News outlets | Magazines | Creative agencies | PR agencies | Startups | Food companies + producers | Government agencies | Private companies
Example Duties Include
Social media management | Copy writing + editing | Branding | Website content development | Press releases | Communication + marketing strategy | Client relationship management | Event planning | Analyzing data | Creating proposals | Interviewing | Ad concept development | Market research | Email campaigns | Blogging
Qualifications
Minimum 2.75 GPA
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work independently
Flexibility to take on multiple job responsibilities, including entry level tasks
Ability to take initiative, work independently and deal with ambiguity
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work on a team
Strong attention to accuracy, details, and organizational skills
My responsibilities at Seen in the City consisted of pitching articles, writing press releases, listicles, and writing product reviews from items I tested. I attended restaurant reviews a few times a week and many times was able to interview chefs and get a behind the scenes look at the London restaurant industry. I also produced copywriting for various companies. Managing relationships and maintaining clear communication was crucial in my job as well. I spent a lot of time on my email, contacting various PR agencies and creating strong relationships with them. Additionally, I was managing the social media for Seen in the City. I posted on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram regularly to promote new articles and maintain reader engagement.
One of my favorite projects was working with artist Sophie Tea. Sophie has over 206k followers on Instagram and a global following, so it was a really exciting opportunity. The task began by communicating with Sophie’s PR and writing a press release for an upcoming art show in London. When I attended the event I was able to interview Sophie Tea and speak about her entrance into the art world. We also spoke about her new collection, “Hearts”. At the event I spent time with Sophie’s PR team and was able to keep them as a contact for future endeavors.
Initially, I had difficulty learning to navigate a full-time job. This internship was my first experience working five days a week. Unlike in school, journalism careers require consistent planning, calendar management and daily deadlines. Fortunately, my editor was very involved and made sure that I stayed on track with articles and events.
The most rewarding aspect of my international internship was creating international connections. There is a certain kind of confidence I gained after my internship knowing that I have a network of professionals in London, who I can reach out to should I ever need industry information. I was thrilled to get the chance to work as a journalist and gain first-hand experience on what it’s like to be involved in the publication industry of a large city like London.
London was more than I could have imagined. Spending the summer (2021) in the city greatly affected my career goals. I fell in love with the city and I plan on returning when I graduate. My internship gave me the confidence that I can work in a big city and find fulfilling work. Also, because I have gained so much industry experience I feel much more prepared to pursue jobs I really want. The interview process feels much less daunting because I have clarity on what kind of work and skills I truly exceed at.