Editorial asst. @ NYC real estate magazine

The Real Deal, a 60,000-circulation magazine that covers New York City real estate, seeks editorial assistant in its Chelsea office for six months.

"The junior-level position will involve assisting with all aspects of putting together the monthly magazine and daily website, including researching and reporting," the ad states.

E-mail a cover letter, resume and up to three clips to editor Stuart W. Elliott at jobs@therealdeal.com. Include the cover letter in the body of the email rather than as an attachment.

Editorial asst. @ Pet Age magazine

Pet Age, a 23,000-circulation magazine covering the pet retail industry, seeks a part-time editorial assistant. The 20-hour per week job is based in Chicago.

"Duties include maintaining product database, writing product descriptions, fact checking/researching/ interviewing, and basic clerical tasks (e.g., filing, photocopying)," the ad states. "We offer flexible scheduling, benefits (vacation, continuing education, bonus program, 401k/profit-sharing plan, transportation subsidy), a casual atmosphere, and a salary of up to $15/hr. "

By Sept. 29, submit cover letter, resume, and clips to Pet Age Magazine, 18 S. Michigan Ave., #1100, Chicago, IL 60603.

5-month paid science writing internship

Nature Medicine, a highly-regarded monthly academic journal covering biomedical science and translational research, is offering a 5-month paid science writing internship.

The full-time internship starts in June, is based in New York City and pays $1,000 per month.

"The intern will be closely involved in the editorial process and write news articles and briefs, as well as blog entries," the ad states. "This is not a paper-pushing internship! The person selected for the position will be reporting stories and working on editorial content full-time."

Apply online by May 20.

Location: New York, New York

Entry-level reporters @ Wired magazine

Wired, a 700,000-circulation magazine that covers how technology affects culture, the economy, and politics, is offering extended paid internships.

The full-time positions last 6 months, pay $12 per hour and are based in San Francisco. Openings include:

• Reporting intern: "This position is best suited to a college graduate with entry-level reporting and writing experience in the field of journalism. Responsibilities include pitching ideas to Start section editors and assisting them with research and special projects. The reporting intern is especially involved in idea generation for recurring Start items such as Q&A, Alpha Geek, Best lists, and so on. There are light administrative duties as well, such as mailing, updating databases, and preparing for section meetings."

• General Edit intern: "This position is ideal for a recent college graduate with some journalism experience (e.g. previous internship, school paper). Geek-savvy pop culture knowledge is a must. The job involves fielding all of the email, mail, faxes, and phone submissions received by the editorial department. This intern is also charged with mailing issues to authors and helping with stories in the Play section of the magazine. Knowledge of GarageBand and a passion for music is a plus."

• Gadgets intern: "This position is best suited to a recent college graduate with a strong interest in gadgets, consumer electronics, and technology. Responsibilities include reviewing products for and assisting with the production of our GadgetLab blog. Interns also assist with research for special product packages. This is a great opportunity to get your hands on the latest tech gear before everyone else does. There are light clerical duties as well, such as responding to story and product pitches, and ordering products for review."

• Research intern: "This position is for someone with great reporting skills and a supreme attention to detail -- ideally a college graduate with prior fact-checking or professional reporting experience. The primary duty is checking the accuracy of magazine content. In this capacity, the research intern works closely with senior editors, copy editors, designers, photo editors, and writers, primarily on the magazine’s Play section, so an affinity for geeky pop culture is a plus. Other responsibilities include Nexis searches and filing copies of magazines."

By May 20, e-mail a cover letter and resume within the body of an email message to internships@wiredmag.com. Do not send attachments; they won't be read. Put your name and which internship you're applying for in the subject line of the email. You may only apply for one position; however, you will be considered for others as the editors deem appropriate. No phone calls.

Location: San Francisco, California

Paid internship @ video gaming magazine

GamePro, a 500,000-circulation video gaming magazine, is offering a paid editorial internship. The position is 15 hours per week and based in San Francisco.

"The intern will gain experience in online media by helping us maintain our game database," the ad states. "This person will be tasked with creating and updating our game product pages by writing product descriptions, posting screenshots, programming site indexes, updating product information, and other tasks as necessary. Additionally, there will be opportunities to aid in the creation and publication of online and print articles, including features and more."

Only students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in a related field, are eligible. To apply, e-mail your resume to editjobs@gamepro.com.


Location: San Francisco, California

Entry-level writer @ Smithsonian magazine

Smithsonian, a 2 million-circulation monthly magazine about science, culture and history, offers a full-time paid writing internship. If you're looking to break into magazine journalism, this opportunity is a rare plum.

The 6-month internship begins in July and involves writing and reporting, primarily for the "Around the Mall" department and the magazine's Web site.

"Candidates should have a proven aptitude for writing and, preferably, a strong background in science, culture, history or one of the other areas in which the magazine specializes," the ad states. "A recent undergraduate or graduate degree is a must."

By May 1, send a cover letter, resume, contact info for three references and 3-5 clips to Megan Gambino, Attn: Intern Application, Smithsonian Magazine, Capital Gallery, Suite 6001, MRC 513 Box 37012, Washington, DC 20013. If sending by FedEx or other courier, send to Megan Gambino, Smithsonian Magazine, Capital Gallery, 600 Maryland Avenue SW, Suite 6001, Washington, DC 20024.


Location: Washington, D.C.

Summer internship @ Glamour magazine

Glamour, a 2.4 million-circulation women's magazine, is offering summer internships to students in its feature department. Hurry -- Monday, April 13, is the deadline.

The 10-week position provides a $12 stipend per day and is open to college juniors, seniors and graduate students who can receive course credit.

"Duties will include administrative tasks as well as reporting, interviewing, research, idea generation and the possibility of writing for glamour.com," the ad states. "This internship is in features, not beauty or fashion, so applicants should have interests in a wide range of topics such as health, women’s issues, news, politics, sex, relationships and other areas."

E-mail a cover letter, resume and three to five clips to Sunny Sea Gold, articles editor, at sunny_gold@condenast.com.

Location: New York, New York

Editorial assistant @ kayak magazine

Sea Kayaker, a 20,000-circulation bimonthly magazine serving the kayak touring community around the world, seeks an editorial assistant.

Duties include: editing and proofreading manuscripts; editorial layout and design for print publication; page preparation for computer-to-plate technology using PDF workflow; tracking and managing work flow with freelance writers (using FileMaker Pro); adjustment of digital images for color and clarity; preparing content for delivery to webmaster; contacting equipment manufacturers for review samples; and participating on cross-departmental project teams

Familiarity with kayaking and nautical terminology is helpful but not required. Compensation is an hourly wage. Benefits include eight paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, and company-paid health insurance. A Simple IRA program is available, with matching contributions from Sea Kayaker.

To apply, e-mail a cover letter and resume link in an e-mail to chris@seakayakermag.com with “Editorial Team” in the subject line. Be sure to address computer programs listed here, as well as skills and experience needed. You may also submit your portfolio electronically via e-mail. Limit attachments to 5MB.

Location: Seattle, Washington

Paid internship @ Berkeley magazine

California, the 100-year-old alumni magazine of U.C.-Berkeley, has an immediate opening for one full-time paid intern.

The intern will be paid $500 per month and have the opportunity to write articles. The internship lasts 3 to 4 months.

"Interns receive instruction and hands-on experience in research, reporting, writing, and editing, in addition to production of a bimonthly magazine that covers critical challenges affecting the state, nation, and world in the fields of science, public policy, and culture," the ad states.

E-mail resume, cover letter and writing samples to anne.pinckard@alumni.berkeley.edu. Put “editorial intern” in the subject line.

Location: Berkeley, California

Paid internship @ National Review

A paid summer internship is available at National Review, a 155,000-circulation magazine that describes itself as "America's most widely read and influential [source] for Republican/conservative news, commentary and opinion."

Position is based in New York City and pays a "modest stipend."

"Candidates should be entering their senior years in college, interested in National Review and our mission, and serious about starting a career in journalism," the ad states.

To apply, e-mail a resume, cover letter, and clips or other writing samples to kwilliamson@nationalreview.com.


Location: New York, New York

Paid internship @ Michigan magazine

Traverse, a 31,000-circulation monthly magazine that covers life in Northern Michigan, is offering a paid summer internship. The 10-week internship comes with $1,000 stipend.

"Interns research and write short travel pieces about Northern Michigan, proofread, fact check and discuss story concepts," the ad states. "Interns must have a laptop and reliable car and are responsible for their own housing."

E-mail cover letter, resume and three work samples to Editor Jeff Smith at smith@traversemagazine.com.

Location: Traverse City, Michigan

Paid interns @ American Heritage magazine

American Heritage Publishing is offering paid internships to help develop content for its two publications, American Heritage and Invention & Technology magazines, its book publishing division, and its new initiative, a website listing information on historic sites across the U.S.

(Incidentally, American Heritage is the oldest and largest circulation magazine on American history, with 200,000 subscribers. )

Internships are part-time, pay $12 per hour and are based in Rockville, Maryland (a suburb of Washington, D.C. and accessible via Metro).

To apply, e-mail a resume and cover letter to Melissa Hunsiker, vice president of Administration, at: mhunsiker [at] americanheritage.com.

Location: Rockville, Maryland

Paid internships @ TIME Asia

TIME magazine's Asia edition offers paid internships year-round in its Hong Kong headquarters.

Internships are available in the magazine's editorial, photo and design department and come with a small stipend. Duties include researching, fact-checking and writing.

Interns "have opportunities to report and write short arts and travel pieces for the magazine as well as stories for our Web site," the ad states. "Past interns have also produced multimedia features for the Web."

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree or senior standing in a journalism program by the start of the internship. Demonstrated interest in Asia or fluency in an Asian language is preferred.

E-mail a cover letter, resume and recently published clips to internprogram@timeasia.com.

Location: Hong Kong, Asia

Freelancers @ legal magazine

Litigation Support Today, a quarterly magazine that focuses on lawyers and litigation, seeks freelancers to write features stories.

"Features range from 1,500 to 2,500 words and are targeted to litigation support directors, managers, specialists and paralegals engaged in litigation support activity," the ad states. "Topics include cutting-edge ideas, techniques, success stories, best practices, event coverage, career advancement, and updates on new products and services."

Compensation is based on experience and negotiated on a case-by-case basis. To apply, e-mail a short paragraph outlining your credentials (no resumes) and two-to-three related writing samples/clips to editor@litsupporttoday.com. Put the word “Writer” in the subject line.

Columbia, Maryland

Paid internships @ ForbesLife magazine

ForbesLife MountainTime magazine is seeking paid part-time interns for its Boulder, Colo. offices. Internships are available for 15 hours per week in the spring and fall. Pay is $10 per hour.

Interns assist in all facets of magazine production, including writing, fact-checking, and front-end research.

"Our staff is small (2 editors, 1 designer, 1 photo editor), so this will be a key newsroom-style role ... We're looking for a meticulous reporter who wants to learn more newsgathering skills while getting a few clips and seeing how the business works," the ad states.

The magazine is a 150,000-circulation, semiweekly luxury lifestyle publication distributed through the Sunday newspapers in resort towns across the West. Focused on active locals and second-home owners, the magazine covers style, fashion, sports, architecture, home décor, and media—basically anything relating to the mountain lifestyle. Each issue consists of 16 to 24 pages of edit, from short news hits to in-depth features and essays.

E-mail resume, cover letter, and clips to Managing Editor Pieter van Noordennen at pvann@forbes.com.

Hartford Guardian magazine seeks interns

The Hartford Guardian, a 25,000 circulation magazine in Hartford, Conn., is looking for aggressive reporter interns familiar with Greater Hartford area to cover politics, entertainment and social issues. Send resume and cover letter, including availability to editor@thehartfordguardian.com.

NYC seminar: The future of magazines

The Center for Communication on October 2nd will host a free seminar on the future of the magazine industry. Here are the details:

WHAT: " Magazines: Survival of the Fittest." With the digital revolution taking its toll, many magazines are struggling to stay afloat. How do health and fitness glossies continue to thrive in this difficult climate? Learn from the genre's leading editors and publishers what the future holds for the industry.

WHO: Valerie Latona, Editor in Chief, Shape; Bill Stump, VP, Brand Editor, Men's Health; Chris Lambiase, Publisher, Runner's World and Running Times; Dana Points, Executive Editor, SELF; Moderator: Jeff Bercovici, Blogger, "Mixed Media," Portfolio.com

WHEN: Thursday, October 2; 6:30 to 8:00 pm

WHERE: Baruch College, Newman Conference Center, 151 East 25th Street (between Lexington and Third)

Space is limited. R.S.V.P. online at www.cencom.org, by e-mail at info@cencom.org, or by phone at (212) 686-5005.

Magazines expected to avoid staff cuts

Although their newsstand sales are down, U.S. magazines are not expected to experience the large staff cuts now plaguing the newspaper industry.

“The newspaper and magazine industries really only share one thing – they both use paper,” Barry Hollander, associate journalism professor at the University of Georgia's Grady College, recently told PRWeek. “Newspapers are a geographic niche; magazines are a subject niche. The reasons [people buy] papers and magazines are totally different.”

In addition, magazines tend to rely more on freelancers, analysts say, so they don't have large staffs like papers.