Journalism contest for Canadian students

Canadian Living, a 527,000-circulation monthly magazine that covers food, fashion, crafts, health and family advice, is offering Canadian students the chance to get articles published, win scholarships and work as magazine interns.

"If you're currently enrolled full-time in a journalism program at a Canadian college or university, we encourage you to apply today by submitting an application package and your pitch for the perfect Canadian Living feature story," the contest ad states. "Selected entrants will be invited to write and submit their stories in full. The six best pieces will be published nationally in Canadian Living Magazine or on CanadianLiving.com and the writers will be awarded cash prizes. The two grand prize winners will each be awarded $1,500 and a 12-week internship at our Toronto editorial office."

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Reporter @ Ottawa area newspaper

The Arnprior Chronicle-Guide, a 7,200-circulation weekly newspaper about 45 minutes west of Ottawa, seeks an entry-level reporter.

"This position requires an individual to cover general news stories, in-depth profiles on local personalities and community features," the ad states. Duties also include photography and pagination.

Journalism degree or equivalent work experience required. Knowledge of the Arnprior and West Carleton area an asset.

By April 24, e-mail resume to Managing Editor Jason Marshall at jason.marshall@metroland.com.

Location: Arnprior, Ontario, Canada

Paid internship @ popular lifestyle website

TrendHunter.com, a website that gets 7 million-plus views per month and covers what's trendy in fashion, technology and pop culture, is offering paid internships in its Toronto office.

"You’ll get first hand experience running one of the world’s most popular online publications," the ad states. As for compensation, "There will be a stipend paid, plus Adsense revenue and numerous opportunities that extend beyond the summer term."

Apply online.

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Paid internship @ Canadian Lawyer magazine

Canadian Lawyer, a 27,500-circulation magazine that covers Canada's legal industry, is offering a paid summer internship.

"The individual will be working closely with the editorial director to research the range and impact of diversity within the legal industry," the ad states. "This position will be of interest to anyone pursuing a career in journalism or communications. The project will involve researching and communicating with law firms, analyzing information, and then working alongside an in-house writer to put together a final report for the magazine."

Position is based in Aurora, which is near Toronto. Upon completion of a three month internship, the intern will be receive a $500 honorarium. In addition, each intern will be eligible for a recognition award in the amount of $2,000.

E-mail resume and cover letter to jobs@thecartwrightgroup.com. In the subject line, put "Canadian Lawyer Editorial Internship."

Location: Aurora, Ontario, Canada

$60K science journalism fellowship for Canadians

A $60,000 science journalism award provides training and writing opportunities overseas for a young Canadian journalist.

The fellowship is being funded by the International Development Research Centre, a Canadian organization aimed at providing research assistance to the Developing World, and Nature, the leading international scientific journal.

The IDRC Nature Science Journalism Award provides travel, living expenses and administrative costs for the winner, who will work in the London, England, office of Nature starting in Spring 2009. The winner will attend the World Conference of Science Journalists in summer 2009, and will also spend between two to four months in one or more developing countries as a science reporter.

"Nature’s editorial team will provide advice, training and support suited to the award winner’s skills and intentions in order to help him or her get everything possible out of the opportunity," the announcement states. "The intention is that the award will lead to a substantial body of work to be published by Nature. This could include work online, in print, in podcasts or all of the above."

Applicants should be either a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who has at least three years experience as an English language journalist either in print, the broadcast media or online.

Applicants will be evaluated according to their current abilities and perceived promise; previous work on scientific topics and a proven interest in development issues will be taken into account. Every candidate should provide samples of his or her work, a CV and a covering letter as well as an outline of particular topics he or she would wish to cover in the field – a proposal, as it were. A clear and compelling plan for the use of reporting time will be rated very highly.

Application deadline is February 20. E-mail Oliver Morton, Chief News and Features Editor of Nature, at o.morton@nature.com with "IDRC Nature Award" in the subject line.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Canadian newspaper offers jobs for foreign journalists

The Hamilton Spectator offers a paid one-year internship program for "journalists from other countries to gain experience in the Canadian media."

Two full-time positions are available annually at the daily newspaper, which is located 40 minutes from Toronto.

The program was created in 2003 by Managing Editor Jim Poling, who can be reached at jpoling[at]thespec.com. He works closely with the writers, acting as a mentor and helping them getting articles published.

Entry-level reporter @ Maclean's

Maclean's, a 500,000-circulation weekly magazine that covers Canadian politics, pop culture and events, offers one-year paid internships beginning in May.

These reporting positions are based in Toronto and pays $22,500.

"Interns are full-time entry-level journalists who attend story meetings and pitch ideas for publication along with other members of the editorial staff, as well as research, report and write stories for the print magazine and the website," the hiring editor says. "Interns are expected to contribute to larger efforts such as special projects and cover articles."

Maclean’s will accept applications from January until March 15. Mail or fax a cover letter, resumé (including references and their contact information) and four samples of published works (not opinion pieces). Applications via e-mail or CD are not allowed.

Send materials to: Chris Johnston, Manager of Editorial Services, Maclean’s, One Mount Pleasant Rd., 11th Floor, Toronto, Ont. M4Y 2Y5. Or fax to: (416) 764-1332. Or e-mail to chris.johnston@macleans.rogers.com.

One-year internships available @ Toronto Star

The Toronto Star offers year-long paid internships for graduates under the age of 30, who have never held a full-time, permanent staff position at a Canadian daily newspaper.

"Successful reporting candidates rotate through teams in the city department," according to the Star's website. "Copy editing interns are assigned to at least three different editing desks during the year. The program begins with orientation and there are regular, mandatory seminar days. A demonstrated commitment to journalism is required, either through a combination of formal journalism training and experience, or extensive experience. We will consider candidates with non-traditional qualifications and credentials. The 2007 program includes six reporters, a photographer, two copy editors and graphic artist. This mix can vary from year to year."

-Mark Grabowski

Freelance reporters wanted in Ontario

Metroland, an Ontario-based media company that owns 100 community newspapers and several trade magazines, is seeking paid freelancers to write feature stories and take photographs for its publications. Students are welcome to apply.

Website for journalism job hunters

Newsjobs.net is a 12-year-old online resource for people seeking editorial jobs in the U.S., Canada or U.K. It lists internships and jobs. It also features book reviews and career advice.

-Mark Grabowski