Internship Listings by Discipline
Spring 2010
ANTHROPOLOGY/SOCIOLOGYRequires student to meet with a faculty member in Anthro/Soc to discuss interest and secure approval
Freedom Prepatory Academy: Assist in the development and implementation of al aspects of building Freedom Preparatory Academy (a gade 6 to 12 charter school) including student recruitment, community outreach, event planning, logistics, hiring and community meetings. Musthave strong oral communication skills, writing and research skills and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks.
Pink Palace Museum, Collections: The intern selects a research topic within an area of interest- anthropology, botany, geology, history, or zoology for research. The intern is assigned a collection of objects to describe in detail and then produces a "user catalogue" consisting of a background paper and detailed descriptions of the objects. Participates in a field-collecting trip and to interact with the administration, exhibits, and education departments.
Refugee and Immigration Services, Intern: Intern may choose from several projects including setting up an after school tutoring program for newly-arrived refugee children; establishing a newsletter for refugees in their own language; other creative ideas welcomed. Must be sensitive to people from other cultures!
Volunteer Midsouth, Special Events Planning: Assist staff in planning affiliate-wide conference for 250 participants. Organize quarterly volunteer recognition events at local venues. Organize the annual volunteer regcognition event. Assist the fundraising committee with planning the New Year′s Eve event.
Volunteer Mid-South, Program Management & Volunteer Recruitment: Work with partner agencies to set up monthly services projects. Develop service projects for MLK Day in January and "Servathon" in April. Develop reading projects with schools, libraries ad agencies. Recruit volunteers.
YWCA Abused Women′s Services, Intern: Work on-site in the shelter with abused women and their children; answer crisis line; compile statistics; assist children with homework.
Professor Dee Birnbaum Middle East and Central Asia Textile Collection Intern: Help identify, photograph, and catalogue a vast collection of textiles (primarily women′s clothing) and silver and gold jewelry from the 19th century.
ARCHEOLOGY
Requires Professor Milton Moreland’s signature on internship application
Pink Palace Museum, Collections: The intern selects a research topic within an area of interest- anthropology, botany, geology, history, or zoology for research. The intern is assigned a collection of objects to describe in detail and then produces a "user catalogue" consisting of a background paper and detailed descriptions of the objects. Participates in a field-collecting trip and to interact with the administration, exhibits, and education departments.
Panamerican Consultants, Inc., Archaeological Lab: Assist with initial artifact processing analysis and curation; conduct fieldwork at various locations and assist with technical reports.
Weaver & Associates, Archeology: Projects varies pending student’s interest and current projects.
ART
Requires Professor Erin Harmon’s signature for Studio Art and Architecture or Professor David McCarthy’s signature for Art History and Museum Studies on internship application. In addition, a student must complete a short petition, not to exceed 300 words, explaining why you wish to undertake an internship, how it fits with the goals of the Rhodes Vision, and how it will complement your academic study of art; the petition is submitted to the faculty but does not need to be submitted to Career Services.
Architectural Internships are arranged on an individual basis.
Cypress Middle School Art Intern: Assist in the coordination of art projects along with graphic artists from Buckman Laboratories; meet with Cypress students once a week during the school day; design an art project.
David Lusk Gallery, Intern: Assist supervisor in newsletter research/writing, keeping press books current; assist Director and Assistant Director in gallery and in-home sales appointments and special marketing projects; assist Preparator in gallery installations and location installations. Internship can be geared toward studio art or art history.
Ericson Group, Inc., Intern: Use in-house digital photography equipment and photo room; take pictures of new products for web site and flyers; design layout using photographs, print, logos and artwork for web site and collateral materials; prepare audio-visual equipment for meetings; continuously update web page.
Memphis Botanic Garden, Graphic Intern: Using graphic and/or drawing skills, plot trees and existing landscape features on the Botanic grounds. Draw to scale area by area to be used to locate given trees and hardscape features donated as memorials, etc.
Memphis Brooks Museum of Art: these internships are arranged on an individual basis.
Perry Nicole Fine Art, Artist Development Intern: Assist with inventory requests and communications. Assist with the pool of artist applicants seeking representation at Perry Nicole Fine Art. There will be occasion where input and criticism of potentially represented artists will be necessary. Student will learn the business of an art gallery with regards to artist development.
UrbanArt Commission, Project Management Intern: The mission of UAC is to enhance and elevate the quality of life in Memphis and Shelby County by promoting and facilitating public art and urban design. Responsibilities include administrative duties, assisting in reach and development projects, and supporting advocacy efforts.
Professor Dee Birnbaum Middle East and Central Asia Textile Collection Intern: Help identify, photograph, and catalogue a vast collection of textiles (primarily women′s clothing) and silver and gold jewelry from the 19th century.
BIOLOGY/HEALTH/SCIENCE
Requires Professor Alan Jaslow′s signature on internship application; Bio 460 qualifies for F11 credit.
The Blues Project Intern: The Blues Project (UT Dept. of Preventive Medicine) is a four-year pilot project designed to be an effective and cost-efficient alternative to current programs aimed at reducing infant mortality and features clinic-based one-on-one and group visits for pregnant women and fathers of infants from onset of prenatal care until the infant’s second birthday. Attend group sessions held at three clinic sites; evaluate group sessions for content, curriculum delivery by staff and client participation; provide weekly written reports of each evaluation to the Project Coordinator; and facilitate various group sessions at the clinics.
Bridges, Program Intern for Future Buildres/Ordinary to Extraordinary (O2E), Learning & Leading Green: ssist with this year-roun environmental leadership program for middle school sudents that involves outdoor adventures, environmental education and service learning projects and inspire leadership for sustainability. Assist with recruitment of schools, planning events and serving on the Leadership Board.
Campbell Clinic, Orthopedic: Opportunity to shadow orthopedic surgeon. Minimum GPA: 3.0
Church Health Center, Physical Therapy: Assist physical therapist with treatment; assist with therapeutic exercise classes for physically challenged members.
Church Health Center, Dental Intern: Assist dentists at the clinic.
Clinica Esperanza, UT Health Services: Work in a Saturday clinic; must have Spanish language skills and interest in medical profession.
Dental Rotation Internship: Opportunity to shadow dentists at two practices.
LeBonheur Children′s Medical Center, Pediatrics: Involves rotations through several activities including participation with a team of medical students, residents and physicians on rounds and in staff meetings, rotations through several outpatient clinics and observation of surgical procedures. An effort is made to tailor the activities to interest of individual students. Must be available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Minimum GPA: 3.2
LeBonheur Children′s Medical Center, Community Outreach: Provide outreach education about HIV and HIV treatment to the community, HIV testing (in a community and medical clinic setting) and Needs Assessment. Interns must be able to speak to small public groups and participate on community planning groups. Interns will also meet with Spanish-speaking clients in the LeBonheur Infectious Diseases Clinic to ensure that they are able to request needed services for their families. (Must be able to speak Spanish.) Interns will be considered part of the Family Care Program staff and will be in cluded in planning and service departments.
LeBonheur Children′s Medical Center, Explorer Program: The intern will be responsible for implementing, coordinating, and managing the Explorer Program. Exploring is Learning life′s career education program for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed eighth grade) or 15 to 20 years old. By providing hands-on-work related activities to students, members of the health professions and health organizations help youth "explore′ the skills, intricacies, demands and needs of various health careers. Spring: The intern will be responsible for managing the "alternative spring break" program. The intern would be responsible for recruiting college students, assisting in travel arrangements for students and scheduling their spring break volunteer agenda (daily work schedule) while at LeBonheur.
Pink Palace Museum Collections Intern: The intern selects a research topic within an area of interest- anthropology, botany, geology, history, or zoology for research. The intern is assigned a collection of objects to describe in detail. The intern is then requested to produce a "user catalogue" consisting of a background paper and detailed descriptions of the objects. The intern is also encouraged to participate in a field-collecting trip and to interact with the administration, exhibits, and education departments.
Methodist Healthcare North Hospital Administration Intern: Work with Chief Medical Officer (a Rhodes alum) on hospital administration.
Pediatrics East: Observe and assist a pediatrician with well-baby and child check-ups as well as appointments for sick children. Must be available Tuesdays - Thursdays Minimum GPA: 3.0.
Pediatric Physicians: Observe and assist a pediatrician with well-baby and child check-ups as well as appointments for sick children. Minimum GPA: 3.0.
Planned Parenthood Education Intern: Following a training period, coordinate and implement a complete sexual health education series with an applicable social service agency.
Planned Parenthood Spanish-speaking Health Educator: same as above with Spanish-speaking population.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Anesthesiology: (Note: due to staff changes in this department, there is a chance that this internship may not be offered. If this is your top choice, please list it as such but be sure to list additional choices.) Observe anesthesiology staff and surgeries. Internship is available Mondays and Wednesdays 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Please specify M/W or T/R on application. Minimum GPA: 3.2
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Physical Therapy Intern: Observe and assist physical, occupational, and speech therapists.
St. Jude Research Hospital Nursing Intern: Observe and assist nursing staff. (Positions are dependent on availability).
Wolf River Conservancy Inc. Intern: Assist with various habitat restoration sites that need botanical inventories.
*Vet internships can also be arranged. Please schedule an individual meeting with Dr. Alan Jaslow, Biology.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Requires Professor Dick Fisher′s signature on internship applications for Bus 460 and 360 (4 credits); BUS 460 and 360 qualify for F11 credit. Requires Professor Dick Fisher′s signature on internship applications for finance internships through Bus 461 (1 credit) and Professor John Planchon′s signature on internship applications for marketing internships through Bus 461 (1 credit)
Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Intern: Assist in gathering pertinent data (economic, demographic, industrial, etc.) that is used in marketing the community as well as strategic planning; assist in identifying relevant issues (political, workforces, housing, etc.) that could have an impact on the community; attend selected BACC events.
Bridges Accounting Intern: Asist in the documentation of Bridges (nonprofit) accountin system, assounting polcies and procedures; develop account descriptions for each general ledger chart; develop writte accounting policies and logical system for indexing policies; assist in accounts payable invoice processing and general ledger coding.
Ducks Unlimited Human Resources Intern: Assist with various projects of the Human Resources department; projects are pending based on needs of department in the fall.
FedEx Marketing: Assist with marketing efforts in the creation of a next-generation customer automation solution. Interpreting customer needs, defining business requirements, performing various customer and industries analysis. Appreciation of technology is a must! Prefers 3.0 (overall or in major).
FedEx Economic Research Intern: Work with senior economist. Must be an econ major with strong academic background.
FedEx Innovation Analyst: Assist in establishing new methods for generating and executing innovation activity. Areas may include: assisting with knowledge capture and management and/or analyzing innovation methodologies to ensure effectiveness. 3.0+ verall GPA strongly preferred; marketing course(s) required.
FedEx Strategic Market Analysis: Assist in providing quantitative and qualitative analysis of industry and competitor situations in markets of interest to FedEx including scheduling analysis, market analysis, competitor analysis and industry analysis.
FedEx Customer Information Services: Research global best practices use in payment and invoicing technologies; assist and support project lead; assist n collection, analysis, and reporting of financial and operational indicators; finance and/or marketing concentrations preferred but not required.
Greater Memphis Chamber Program & Events Intern: Assist Program and Events teamwith organizing program information, consulting with program leads on desired event outcomes, planning and coordinating the necessary elements for a successful event, and administering event surveys.
Greater Memphis Chamber Research Intern: Utilize BLS, Census, and other government websites to maintain Chamber′s community data warehouse; use web-editing software to update website; utilize publishing software to update marketing publications; assist in data collection for Cost-of-Living Survey.
Green Square Capital, LLC, Financial Analyst: Gain exposure to trading concepts in relation to market conditions; observe active equity and fixed income trading; assist with the creation of monthly Capital Markets overview.
Gyrus ENT, Market Research: Conduct market research for ENT products. Conduct phase interviews and formal research of market information and statistical data to help division establish priorities for new market entry. Must have entry-level statistics/market research background; basic spreadsheet skills.
Gyrus ENT, Human Resources: Assist with job description updates to reflect new or modified job functions; prepare a position training requirements analysis for positions to be attached to all job descriptions to assist in compliance of ISO standards; update employee training records for ISO compliance.
International Paper Marketing Intern: Position varies pending current projects.
Investment Performance Services Group Investment/Audit: Analyze and record monthly activity of clients’ accounts; assist in preparation of monthly and quarterly reports on financial standing; assist with special reports requested by the client or independent auditors and CPAs.
Lancaster Financial Services of Memphis, Financial Planning: Use financial planning software to prepare financial plans; research mutual funds using Morningstar; assist in life and disability analysis.
Leadership Academy MemphisConnect Intern: (Provides hiring managers and executives with hiring resources to keep Memphis talent in the Memphis area) Plan events for a luncheon series celebrating what gives our city life; draft correspondence on behalf of Director; build relationships with newcomers to the city of Memphis.
Memphis & Shelby County Office of Economic Development Intern: Assist with developing presentations for the Economic Development Incentives marketing; utilize sreadsheets, databases and project tracking software to provide up-to-date information and drafts reports for staff and local decision-makers; assist in preparing detailed research and analytical studies of economic, social and statistical data including research and analysis of he financial viability of businesses considering location in Memphis.
Mercer Capital Management, Financial Analyst: Assist with preparation and delivery of business valuation opinions, transaction advisory services, and related analysis and consulting. May also assist with research department. Must have a 3.5+ GPA overall and in major.
Merrill Lynch Intern to Financial Advisor: Work with various areas of the Global Private Client Group including Financial Advisor, Client Associate, Operations and management; duties may include marketing, business development, client contact management, event planning and support.
Morgan Keegan & Co., Investment Banking Intern: Assist investment banker in evaluating comapnies′ financial strategy and determine best course of action; assist with financial modeling and anlysis, presentation creation and assembly, due diligence and document drafting. Overall/major GPA of 3.5+ strongly preferred.
Morgan Keegan & Co., Equity: Conduct equity research. Must have strong interest in investment banking. Overall/major GPA of 3.5+ strongly preferred.
Morgan Keegan & Co., Market Intelligence Group Intern: Update market and government provided data; complete trend analysis; summarize and formulate opinions on various econmic and market topics; create topical PowerPoint presentations; must have very strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills; familiarity with Bloomberg a plus.
Public Financial Management, Finance: (PFM is the leading provider of financial advisory services for the state and local governments) Analyze and update debt profiles for clients, including comparing static refunding analyses to option value analyses. Intern will learn bond pricing routines, municipal bond structures, and option value analysis.
Wright Medical Marketing Intern: Assist hip product mangers in planning, implemetning, and controlling all marketing related aspects of applicable products including long-range strategic planning and short-term tactical execution. Major in business or biology with business courses/aptitude. Must have 3.0 GPA.
CHEMISTRY
Requires Professor Jon Russ′ signature on internship application
Please schedule an appointment with Sandi George Tracy by calling 843-3800 (front desk will schedule a time to meet) to discuss options.
EDUCATION
These internships are coordinated separately by Prof. Mark Smith; contact Prof. Smith for additional information. Education internships are typically available in the spring semester. This internship fulfills F11.
ENGLISH
Requires Professor Gordon Bigelow’s signature on internship application
Action News 5, News and Sports Interns: Assist in editing and producing news and sports shows. Good writing and communication skills required. Must be interested in broadcast. Requires 18 hours/week.
Art Memphis, Communications & Development Intern: Assist with fall/winter newsletter; creating and proofing internal correspondence; proofing printed pieces; helping with community education efforts and arts advocacy; assist with mail campaigns to donors.
At Home Tennessee Magazine Editorial Intern: Assist editorial staff; update subscription and advertising database; research editorial content; attend all editorial meetings; assist on photo shoots; fact check and contribute to editorial to each issue. Minimum GPA: 3.0.
Bridges Communications Assistant: Write press releases and short articles; interview and research for articles; assist with website review and updates.
Church Health Center – Public Affairs: Write stories for newsletter; assist in developing brochures; take photos.
The Collierville Herald – Reporter/Photography: Edit/proof reading news stories; cover news worthy events independently or with another reporter; write articles (must be able to meet deadlines); take pictures.
The Collierville Herald- Reporter/Photography: edit/proof reading news stories; cover news worthy events independently or with another reporter; write articles (must be able to meet deadlines); take pictures.
Davis-Kidd Booksellers Marketing Intern: Works with Public Relations and Events Coordinator via press releases, phone calls and emails to contact local media for events, including author appearances, book signings, promotions, sales and non-profit partnerships. Assist marketing department in hosting and publicizing events and representing D-K to major publishing houses, authors, media and businesses.
Ducks Unlimited, Communications Intern: Writing/editing press releases and newsletter; formatting email newsletters; writing sections for the annual report; and other writing opportunities.
HopeandHealing.org Editorial Intern: Responsibilities include editing content for web using a content management system, writing book reviews, developing video features, developing web features, and participating in our review process. Through this internship, the intern should be able to decide if he or she wants to pursue a career in web editing.
HopeandHealing.org Marketing Intern: Responsibilities include developing marketing and promotion concepts and pieces, creating e-newsletters and direct mails to target audiences, selecting HopeandHealing.org content appropriate for target audiences, and monitoring website statistics. Through this internship, the intern should be able to decide if he or she wants to pursue a career in web-marketing and promotion.
Hope House, Marketing Assistant: Will help with organizing and developing Hope House in the Memphis Community through public relations media. Assist with grant writing and follow-ups with various companies. Help with presentations to companies and some fundraisers.
Lausanne Collegiate School Communications Intern: Write press releases, write and copy edit various materials including the school magazine, postcards and brochures, write and copy edit electronic publications such as e-newsletters and participate in special events.
Leadership Academy Communications and Marketing Intern: Update and draft content for website; help manage state-of-the-art blog, MemphisConnect.com; disseminate messages via Twitter, Facebook, and other social networking accounts; help draft monthly newsletters; assist with press releases.
LeBonheur Children′s Medical Center Communications Intern: The communications intern is responsible for assistance with day-to-day communications/public relations support, as well as handling writing assignments and ensuring strong customer service to all who interact with the department (Associates, physicians, public, and media).
Memphis Business Journal Intern: Responsible for researching, interviewing, and writing stories for the Emphasis section of the MBJ. The intern is also responsible for compiling the paper′s weekly People page, the Strategies calendar (which features upcoming corporate events), and the paper′s weekly Life calendar. The intern may also be called upon as needed to write stories for additional sections of specials in the MBJ editorial calendar.
Memphis & Shelby County Film Commission Project Specialist Intern: Assist in reviewing movie scripts and identifying locations in Memphis using still shots and displays to lure major film companies to Memphis for production. Work is confidential!
Memphis Magazine/Memphis Flyer Writing Intern: Assist magazine editors by: researching and writing 400-800 word "City Beat" features; proofread and fact-check columns and feature stories; compile and update restaurant and calendar listings; write introductory essays for "Inside Memphis" and other supplements. Writing samples will be required.
RiverKings Media Intern: Assist with print and broadcast media that cover the RiverKings (hockey). Assist in preparing daily game notes, write and distribute story and box score to national and local media outlets.
Memphis Symphony Orchestra Public Relations Intern: Assist in writing news releases and public service announcements; compile and send out media kits; file monthly calendar listings; work with PR Director in setting up TV promotional spots.
Memphis University School Public Relations Intern: Research and write feature stories, articles of interest, and alumni profiles; assist with the content and writing for the Headmaster′s Newsletter; write and produce press releases; assist with special events.
Opera Memphis, P.R./Marketing Intern: Assist in creation of press releases and newspaper advertisements; assist during special marketing functions; conduct research and assist Principal Performers when needed. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe PageMaker preferred.
Rhodes College Writing Fellow: Fellows will commit each semester to attending a 151 class, reading the texts, advising and tutoring students, meeting with faculty (fellows who have not yet taken ENGL 465 will also have that commitment and will receive one credit). As an English department program, English faculty—in particular the director of the Writing Center—will manage and appoint all fellows according to departmental standards with high emphasis placed on students’ writing abilities. Interested students must be Junior or Senior English majors and must have at least a 3.5 GPA. Prof. Finlayson directly coordinates this internship and will have additional information after spring break.
Shelby Farms Conservancy Communications Intern: Assist Communications manager in all aspects of communications including website content, composing and editing press releases, writing and editing for the organization, assisting with special events; opportunities to work with creative firm and public relations firm.
True Story Pictures, Communications Intern: Responsible for researching and writing articles for the newsletter including updates about program progress and short profiles; editing other articles; formatting newsletter; and sending newsletter via email distribution. Also, writing articles for website.
WKNO-TV/FM, Promotions: Assist with radio promo copy, promotional events, fundraising events, press releases and target mailings; must be able to type, self-motivated, strong organizational skills.
GENDER AND SEXUALITY STUDIES
Requires Professor Judy Haas′s signature on internship application
Center for Research on Women: (mission: to conduct, promote and disseminate scholarship on women and social inequality). Current projects include: sexual harassment of teens in Memphis middle and high schools, Memphis Safe Campus Consortium, Infant Mortality in Memphis. Interns would be involved in reserach on one or more areas.
DeNeuville Learning Center Intern: (non-profit educational and vocational facility for low income women) Assist with education, grant writing and preparation of students for job placement. Serve as project coordinators for special projects.
Manos de Madres (Fair trade, non-profit organization): Assist with marketing of crafts/projects from women in Honduras, Rwanda, and Ethiopia as a means of alleviating poverty of these women. Marketing projects will include social media; work requires strong writing skills.
Memphis Gay and Lesbian Community Center Outflix Intern: Help Festival Director find movies to review; work with website team to redesign Outflix site; network with directors of LGBTQ film festivals in LA, Miami, Johannesburg, London, and Toronto; recruit volunteers to work at fundrasing events and the festival; help design promotional previews for the festival movies.
Memphis Gay and Lesbian Community Center Triangle Journal Intern: Write/edit articles for the Triangle Journal (print ad web); take pictures for the journal; cover events in the Memphis LGBTQ community; help with layout of quarterly issues of th eTriangle Journal; maintain Triangle Journal MySpace, Facebook, and Twitter.
Planned Parenthood Education Intern: Following a training period, coordinate and implement a complete sexual health education series with an applicable social service agency.
Women′s Foundation for Greater Memphis Grant Writing Intern: Research grant funding opportunities; research community issues including those impacting women′s economic self-sufficiency and women′s leadership.
Youth Villages Volunteer Intern: Recruit volunteers for special events and ongoing programs. Assist with volunteer and intern placement. Assess agency volunteer and intern needs. Manage special volunteer projects and events.
YWCA Abused Women′s Services Shelter Intern: Answer crisis calls, help with children, interact with women and provide support; may also assist with orders of protections, warrants, etc.
HISTORY
All internships, whether for 4 or 2 credits, require Professor Tim Huebner′s signature on application
The following history related internships carry 4 credits and fulfill the F11 requirement:
Cotton Museum Intern: The Cotton Museum is currently undergoing a major expansion of its exhibit and classroom space. Internship opportunities include working on educational program development, exhibit development, oral history research, tourism research and promotional planning, and special events planning and promotions. This internship emphasizes museum management.
Davies Manor Association Research Assistant: Catalogue and organize the information on site with further research done on such subjects as log house construction, farming practices, sharecropping or tenant farming, history of surrounding communities, etc.
Memphis Heritage Intern: Assist with the many preservation activities of this non-profit educational and charitable organization. Examples of projects may include: writing for The Keystone (a publication that serves as the voice of the Memphis Preservation Community); assisting with the MHI Annual Preservation Awards; assisting with the Architectural Auction; assisting with the Annual Preservation Series (an educational series encompassing topics of Memphis historic architecture and neighborhoods).
Memphis/Shelby County Public Library & Information: The internship provides training in processing manuscript collections (analyzing and organizing materials, preservation of material, and preparation of a computer-generated guide to the collection). At the end of the semester, the intern′s project will be bound and entered in the Library′s catalog, providing a permanent record of the student′s work.
National Civil Rights Museum: Assist in research and archival work. Conduct an analysis of the annual Visitor Survey using SPSS software and creating a PowerPoint presentation. Also, opportunity to work on newly established “Voices of Freedom” oral history project by transcribing videotaped interviews with prominent civil rights activists and local leaders.
Pink Palace Museum, Collections Intern: The intern selects a research topic within an area of interest- anthropology, botany, geology, history, or zoology for research. The intern is assigned a collection of objects to describe in detail. The intern is then requested to produce a "user catalogue" consisting of a background paper and detailed descriptions of the objects. The intern is also encouraged to participate in a field-collecting trip and to interact with the administration, exhibits, and education departments.
Stax Museum of American Soul Music: The ideal candidate for this internship shall posses a keen interest in the history of STAX including political and sociological issues. Intern will assist in exhibits, archives, and education.
Victorian Village, Inc. Community Development Corporation: Victorian Village, Inc. exists to create a vibrant and diverse urban neighborhood that treasures our architectural heritage and builds a community that is safe, clean, and prosperous. Interns would help with efforts to develop the Victorian Village as a site for heritage tourism.
The following legal internships carry 2 credits; they do not fulfill the F11 requirement:
Holland & Associates, PLLC Legal Intern: Work with a “holistic” lawyer in office work and legal project such as a legal brief, legal memorandum, settlement or negotiation letter; meet with supervising attorney at least bi-weekly; participate in trials when possible. Holistic law is a multidisciplinary, or more client-oriented and problem-solving oriented approach to legal problems, than traditional legal practice which tends to be more litigation and adversarial in approach.
Padgett, Whitworth, Donohue and Mickiewicz, Legal Intern: Assist with case management, research for cases, writing letters to clients, opposing attorneys, and any other individual or company involved in the cases, brief preparation of files for clients, court dates, and hearings. Will have direct contact with clients.
Students can also choose any approved academic internship, in any department, from the list of internships maintained by Career Services and receive 2 credits. Such internships do not fulfill the F11 requirement.
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Requires Professor John Copper′s signature on internship application; qualifies for F11 credit
Barry Frager Law Firm: Assist in the preparation of immigration forms for submission to the US Department of Homeland Security. Responsible for research and case preparation on cases filed with US Department of Justice – Exec. Office for Immigration Review. There will be direct client contact, which is ideal for an intern interested in law school.
FedEx Sales: International projects with all of FedEx global locations. Assignments will require data analysis and recommendations for the respective projects including international business research. Current projects are related to US Department of Commerce and selling strategies between the US, Europe, and Asia. Participate on international conference calls/meetings and interface with management/professionals in other regions to support inter-regional projects.
FedEx Global Service Participant Planning and Development Team: This six-person teacm drives global business processes and procedures and develops the tolls needed to provide products and services to over 140 countries. Interns create professional business documents, develop user communications for products, test applications at all stages of development, attend meetings with other teams, and work closely with the team to ensure success.
Latino Memphis: Map the Hispanic community in Memphis; develop and implement ESL lesson plans; research potential funding opportunities; help establish a mentor program between Rhodes and MIFA to work with Latino children in the public school system. Must be proficient in Spanish.
Manos de Madres (Fair trade, non-profit organization): Assist with marketing of crafts/projects from women in Honduras, Rwanda, and Ethiopia as a means of alleviating poverty of these women. Marketing projects will include social media; work requires strong writing skills.
Attorney Samantha Neumann (thepurplefirm.com) Intern: Interacts closely with the attorney and clients providing support in a range of areas including: conducting research on legal issues; drafting documents; assisting in preparation of documentation; updating client database and filing. Working knowledge of Spanish is required.
Refugee Empowerment Program Intern: Assist staff in developing effective ways to empower refugees in Memphis; assist in an after-school tutoring program; assist with ELL program for refugee adults; assist in researching, developing and writing grants; research refugee rights.
Refugee and Immigration Services Intern: Intern may choose from several projects including setting up an after school tutoring program for newly-arrived refugee children; establishing a newsletter for refugees in their own language; other creative ideas welcomed. Must be sensitive to people from other cultures!
U.S. Attorney′s Office Pre-Law Intern: Assist in limited legal research, organizing and analyzing documentary evidence. The U.S. Attorney is responsible for prosecution of most federal crimes including white-collar fraud, mail fraud, public corruption, bank robbery, tax evasion, drug offenses, etc. Interns will learn about the trial of cases in the U.S. District Court by assisting in preparation for trail and observation of trials.
U.S. Department of Commerce/U.S. Export Assistance Center Trade Assistant: Conduct market research by extracting information from various sources then compiling the information into briefings; develop company profiles and case studies; compile news stories and press releases; support export seminars and conferences.
U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander (R) Intern: Assist with office procedures of U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander. Interact with constituents and the staffs of Washington, D.C. and Tennessee. Assist with special projects as needed.
U.S. Congressman Marsha Blackburn (R) Intern: Interact with constituents and provide constituent service in Congressman Blackburn′s Memphis office and assist with special projects as needed.
U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen (D), District Office Intern: Interact with constituents and provide constituent services in Congressman Cohen′s Memphis office and assist with special projects as needed.
U.S. Senator Bob Corker (R) Intern: Interns will work with the ocngressional staff in a broad capacity including legislative issues, constituent services, and administrative support. Interns will have the opportunity to attend tours and seminars with the senator will be available.
MATH/COMPUTER SCIENCE
Requires Professor Eric Gottlieb′s signature on internship application
Please schedule an appointment with Sandi George Tracy by calling 843-3800 (front desk will schedule a time to meet) to discuss options.
MUSIC
Requires Professor William Skoog’s signature on internship application
The Blues Foundation: Work with radio staff to help stations get needed show material. Assist with organizing talent for the W.C. Handy Awards and Beale Street Caravan. Help with membership and affiliate promotions. Interns will also work with publicity and media. Interest in public relations required, especially in the blues genre.
Germantown Performing Arts Centre, Marketing and Development Intern: Assists in writing/editing GPAC newsletter, season program, brochures and concert notes; assists in concept/design of advertising campaigns; assists in fund-raising programs; write/edit appeal and acknowledgment letters. Must be computer literate and be able to maintain confidentiality.
Pink Palace Museum Collections Intern: The intern selects a research topic within an area of interest- anthropology, botany, geology, history, or zoology for research. The intern is assigned a collection of objects to describe in detail. The intern is then requested to produce a "user catalogue" consisting of a background paper and detailed descriptions of the objects. The intern is also encouraged to participate in a field-collecting trip and to interact with the administration, exhibits, and education departments.
Memphis Symphony Orchestra Public Relations Intern: Assist in writing news releases and public service announcements; compile and send out media kits; file monthly calendar listings; work with PR Director in setting up TV promotional spots.
National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc. Intern: Assist with a variety of professional and educational outreach programs including GRAMMY Foundation programs (GRAMMY in the Schools, Concert Series for Children, etc.), newsletters, event planning, research, and database management. Interns receive in-depth exposure to techniques and practices of a professional recording industry organization and will perform some administrative duties. Some evening and weekend hours may be required.
Opera Memphis P.R./Marketing Intern: Assist in creation of press releases and newspaper advertisements; assist in designing and publication of newsletter; assist during special marketing functions; recruit advertisers. Must be willing to learn PageMaker.
Orpheum Management Intern: Assist in all areas of theatre management marketing, publicity, education, special events, box office, accounting. Must have interest in a variety of management areas and be flexible.
STAX Museum of American Soul Music: The ideal candidate for this internship shall possess a keen interest in the history of STAX including political and sociological issues. Intern will assist in exhibits, archives, and education.
WKNO-TV/FM Promotions: Assist with radio promo copy, promotional events, fundraising events, press releases and target mailings; must be able to type, self-motivated, strong organizational skills.
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Requires Professor Ashley Coffield′s signature on internship application; qualifies for F11 credit
Center City Commission: Work on special projects with an organization whose mission is to develop downtown Memphis. Position availability varies pending current projects.
Community Legal Center: Screen potential clients and observe mediation in a law clinic that provides legal services to low-income, working people.
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) Juvenile Court Intern: Represent the best interest of abused, neglected or other children whose placement is being determined by the Court. Must have very flexible schedule. (Good experience for those considering careers in law, social work or family counseling.) Must be 21 by January 2008.
Autumn Chastain, private defense attorney: Observe the activities of a private defense attorney and provide assistance with legal documents.
Marty McAfee, private defense attorney: Observe the activities of a private defense attorney, mornings required.
Memphis Child Advocacy Center: Develop, research, and write relevant articles for newsletter and other publications; conduct public awareness presentations; conduct outreach activities including media; research grant opportunities; assist in planning and evaluating programs; conduct demographics study and report on relevant new research in the areas of child sexual abuse and social services.
Memphis City Council: Work directly with members of the City Council on research projects and observe Council meetings; need Tuesday afternoons and evenings available.
Shelby County Board of Commissioners: The intern(s) will ahve the opportunity to see the inner workings of the legislative process that regulates the operation of county government including contracts, consilidated budget, setting property tax and the process ideas must go through in order to become public policy.
Shelby County Public Defender: Assist attorneys in cort and with clients; prepare paperwork for cases; assist in specialized courts such as drug courts.
U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen (D), District Office: Interact with constituents and provide constituent service in Congressman Cohen′s Memphis office and assist with special projects as needed.
U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander (R) Intern: Assist with office procedures of U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander. Interact with constituents and the staffs of Washington, D.C. and Tennessee. Assist with special projects as needed.
U.S. Senator Bob Corker (R) Intern: Interns will work with the congressional staff in a broad capacity including legislative issues, constituent services, and administrative support. Interns will have the opportuning to attend tours and seminars with the senator will be available.
U.S. Congressman Marsha Blackburn (R) Intern: Interact with constituents and provide constituent service in Congressman Blackburn′s Memphis office and assist with special projects as needed.
Wolf River Conservancy: Assist with various habitat restoration sites and environmental efforts.
PSYCHOLOGY
Requires Professor Natalie Person′s signature on internship application, qualifies for F11 credit
Big Brothers Big Sisters Intern: Assist case managers in caseload management; attend orientation and receive in-service training; conduct orientation for volunteers, parents and children; conduct interviews of volunteers; conduct home visits for volunteers and children; participate in fundraising and administrative responsibilities.
Baddour Memorial Center Psychology Intern: The Baddour Center is a private, non-profit residential service community for adults with mild or moderate mental retardation located in Senatobia. Interns will work in clinical assessments, group counseling, behavior interventions, resident reinforcement, and program development. Interns also have the opportunity to participate in teaching experiences and research.
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Juvenile Court Intern: Represent the best interest of abused, neglected or other children whose placement is being determined by the Court. (Good experience for those considering careers in law, social work or family counseling.) Must be 21 by January 2007.
Church Health Center Child Life Specialist: Supervise and assist children in individual exploration and group teaching activities in the Child Life Room, Infant Toddler Room, and Intergenerational Art Studio. Teach curriculum, provide exercise and movement assessments and child prescriptions. Research information and create new lesson plans based on needs of clients and current trends.
COMEC (Commission on Missing and Exploited Children): Conduct a study of issues surrounding missing and exploited children; verify and examine legislative issues; draft proposals for financial assistance in regard to prevention outreach efforts.
DeNeuville Learning Center Intern: (non-profit educational and vocational facility for low income women) Assist with education, grant writing and preparation of students for job placement. Serve as project coordinators for special projects.
Friends for Life Corp. Psychology Intern: Conduct assessments on persons with HIV/AIDS who present for services; assist in conducting support groups and developing therapeutic activities; assist in record-keeping; assist in evaluating services provided.
Latino Memphis: Map the Hispanic community in Memphis; Develop and implement ESL lesson plans; research potential funding opportunities; explore innovative cross cultural awareness projects/programs within the US; establish a mentor program between Rhodes and MIFA that works with Latino children in the public school system
Planned Parenthood Education Intern: Following a training period, coordinate and implement a complete sexual health education series with an applicable social service agency.
Snowden Elementary Guidance Counseling: Work with guidance counselors in addressing students’ needs.
United Way of the Mid-South Early Childhood Development Intern: Assist in development and coordination of pilot childcare quality improvement project. Assist in early childhood research, compilation and dissemination. Assist in developing and implement public awareness campaign and advocacy.
West Tennessee Family Solutions Good Life Intern: Work with adults with developmental disabilities enrolled in the Good Life Center program; design a 12 week class under one of the four pillars: academic, enrichment, vocational, or advocacy; function as the main facilitator within the classroom and community activities. (Interns will NOT be responsible for tending to medical or behavioral needs of individual participants.)
Youth Villages Teacher/Counselor: Lead education groups and sports, chart progress notes, observe treatment teams.
YWCA Abused Women′s Services Shelter Intern: Answer crisis calls, help with children, interact with women and provide support; may also assist with orders of protections, warrants, etc.
RELIGIOUS STUDIES
Requires Professor Kendra Hotz’s signature on internship application; qualifies for F11 credit.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Intern: Assist case managers in caseload management; attend orientation and receive in-service training; conduct orientation for volunteers, parents and children; conduct interviews of volunteers; conduct home visits for volunteers and children; participate in fundraising and administrative responsibilities.
CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Juvenile Court Intern: Represent the best interest of abused, neglected or other children whose placement is being determined by the Court. (Good experience for those considering careers in law, social work or family counseling.) Must be 21 by January 2007.
Child Advocacy Center Intern: Develop, research and write relevant articles for newsletter and other publications; conduct public awareness presentations; conduct outreach activities including media; research grant opportunities; assist in planning and evaluating programs; conduct demographics study and report on relevant new research in the areas of child sexual abuse and social services.
Church Health Center Child Life Intern: This intern ill assist in planning and facilitating play and learning activities fr children ages 6 months - 11 years old in a program addressing physical activitiy, nutrition, self-esteem, body image, safety/health education and violence prevention. This position also requires that creativity and spirituality is woven into the development, teaching and implementation of lessons.
Church Health Center Dental Intern: This position will assist in the dental clinic with administrative and clinic tasks.
Church Health Center Dispensary Intern: This position will assist in the activities associated with organizing, obtaining, and dispensing the medication provided to patients.
Church Health Center Editorial: Read books and write reviews; create web-based resources for the CHC replication program; develop onlin articles featuring resources for different topics; develop online video (training provided); research and review potential content; interview notable people and write related articles.
Church Health Center Exercise Science Intern: Will work closely with the Exercise and Movement leadership team to acquire an operational knowledge of basic human physiology, practical exercise conditioning and effective customer service skills.
Church Health Center Faith Community Ministries Intern: Assist Faith Community Ministries with developing relationships that encourage, educate, and equip faith communities to build and sustain healing ministries.
Church Health Center Healthcare Administration Intern: Work on special projects such as patient and member surveys, membership statistical analysis, program and membership trend identification, and marketing initiatives.
Church Health Center Public Relations Intern: Public Relations Interns will experience the daily operations of a PR office and gain experience through observation and hands-on activities.
Church Health Center Wellness Education Intern: This intern will assist in health education classes, nutrition and cooking classes, as well as group orientations to the Hope & Healing Center. When possible, curriculum development and special projects will be arranged around the interns′s specific interest areas.
COMEC (Commission on Missing and Exploited Children): Conduct a study of issues surrounding missing and exploited children; verify and examine legislative issues; draft proposals for financial assistance in regard to prevention outreach efforts.
Correctional Alternatives, Inc. Community Service Intern: Work with offenders who are court-ordered to perform community service work; establish service sites, coordinate work hours and supervise work.
Crossroads Hospice Psycho-Social Team Intern: Interview patients for memory book information; help volunteer coordinator with community service projects; assist with newsletter and new projects as they arise.
DeNeuville Learning Center Intern: (non-profit educational and vocational facility for low income women) Assist with education, grant writing and preparation of students for job placement. Serve as project coordinators for special projects.
Diversity Memphis, Co-coordinator Faith Programs/Communications/Programming: Assist in developing and implementing the plan of work in one of the three areas (Faith, Communications or Programming). Involved in all areas of operation.
The Food Bank: Assist with public relations by developing a comprehensive communications plan, generating and disseminating media releases, producing quarterly newsletters. Help to coordinate special events and cause-related marketing activities. Oversee volunteer training and scheduling of individual and group volunteers. Intern must have strong verbal and written communication skills, knowledge of word processing and PageMaker, and own vehicle.
Friends for Life Corp. Intern: (mission is to enhance the quality of life for men, women and children affected by HIV/AIDS) Assist with pastoral counseling and support groups; assist in securing church and synagogue involvement with activities; assist in agency’s Buddy Program linking churches and persons with HIV/AIDS.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis, Inc.: Help place volunteers for building homes. Help find new volunteers and place them. Must be good with people and want to help people receive a habitat home.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis, Inc. Special Events: Assist in organizing special fund raising events and annual volunteer recognition. Coordinate the Collegiate Challenge, a special building project with area colleges and high schools.
Latino Memphis: Map the Hispanic community in Memphis; Develop and implement ESL lesson plans; research potential funding opportunities; explore innovative cross cultural awareness projects/programs within the US; establish a mentor program between Rhodes and MIFA that works with Latino children in the public school system
Methodist Chaplaincy Internship: See Prof. Muesse or Prof. Jordan for more information. This is coordinated separately.
Mid-South Interfaith Network for Economic Justice Workers Rights Intern: Writing and researching educational, action, or worship resources for newsletter; interviewing low-wage workers and writing worker testimonials; mobilizing Mid-South Interfaith members for worker rights actions; organizing student support for campaigns.
Planned Parenthood Education Intern: Following a training period, coordinate and implement a complete sexual health education series with an applicable social service agency.
First Presbyterian Church Outreach Ministry Intern: Assist in management of “clothes closet” providing clothing and supplies to the homeless. Project would include recruiting & training volunteers; interview clients, and write for quarterly newsletter.
Shelby County Government Victims Assistance Center Assistant to the Executive Director: Assist in identifying funding sources and developing grant proposals; participate in the development of collaborative programs with other agencies; develop agency literature including training materials and manuals; increase the accessibility of the agency to non-English speaking clients.
Trinity United Methodist Church Spiritual Formation Intern: Assist in developing programming and provide leadership for Sunday evening UMYF (United Methodist Youth Fellowship) with specific responsibilities for ministry with 6th – 7th grades. Assist with planning and leadership for evening workshop services occurring on the second Sunday of each month or assist youth with planning and leadership for monthly Sabbath School at Holy Community United Methodist Church. Research and develop an Art & Spirituality workshop.
United Way of the Mid-South Early Childhood Development Intern: Assist in development and coordination of pilot childcare quality improvement project. Assist in early childhood research, compilation and dissemination. Assist in developing and implement public awareness campaign and advocacy.
Uptown Alliance Community Land Trust Intern: Support and organize efforts for the Community Land Trust including collecting, analyzing and presenting information to the board to define community development activities of the alliance. Priorities: community building, workforce development and affordable housing.
Youth Villages Teacher/Counselor: Lead education groups and sports, chart progress notes, observe treatment teams.
Youth Villages Volunteer Intern: Recruit volunteers for special events and ongoing programs. Assist with volunteer and intern placement. Assess agency volunteer and intern needs. Manage special volunteer projects and events.
MODERN LANGUAGE/SPANISH
Requires Professor Eric Henager’s signature on internship application
Latino Memphis: Map the Hispanic community in Memphis; Develop and implement ESL lesson plans; research potential funding opportunities; explore innovative cross cultural awareness projects/programs within the US; establish a mentor program between Rhodes and MIFA that works with Latino children in the public school system.
Additional internships are available pending students′ interests. Please schedule an appointment with Sandi George Tracy by calling 843-3800.
THEATRE
Requires Professor David Jilg′s signature on internship application
Please schedule an appointment with Sandi George Tracy by calling 843-3800 (front desk will schedule a time to meet) to discuss options.
URBAN STUDIES
Requires Professor Mike Kirby’s signature on internship application; qualifies for F11 credit
A New Place Apartments Intern: Work at a faith-based community corporation near campus that provides safe, decent and affordable housing for families; this is an opportuinty to work on housig issues, neighborhood issues, and delivering services such as GED classes and to work with children who live in the complex.
Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Intern: Assist in gathering pertinent data (economic, demographic, industrial, etc.) that is used in marketing the community as well as strategic planning; assist in identifying relevant issues (political, workforces, housing, etc.) that could have an impact on the community; attend selected BACC events.
Common Ground Memphis Intern: Participate in all aspects of the initiative attending meetings, develop marketing strategies using social networking sites and local blogs, assist with recruitment of participants. Common Ground is a committee to have discussions regarding race relations in Memphis.
Community Development Council: Work specifically with the Coalition for Livable Communities; attend meetings and take minutes; contact neighborhood associations; coordinate at smart growth presentation/evaluation of different neighborhood associations; create promotional brochures.
Freedom Preparatory Academy: Assist in the development and implementation of all aspects of building Freedom Preparatory Academy (a 6-12 charter school) including student recruitment, community outreach, event planning, logistics, hiring, and community meetings. Must have strong oral communication skills, writing and research skills and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks.
Memphis & Shelby County Office of Planning & Development: Assist with planning and economic development issues; projects may vary pending interest of student and current projects.
Mid-South Peace & Justice Center Intern: An interracial organization dedicated to nonviolent education, advocacy, and action for local and global peace and justice issues. Interns may assist with several projects including Peace Committee, Community Gardens in Orange Mound ( a low income neighborhood), Global Goods Store (Fair Trade), and/or Memphis Living Wage Coalition.
MIFA Handyman Program Intern: Work with an interracial organization dedicated to nonviolent education, advocacy, and action for local and global peace and justice issues. Interns may assist with several projects including the Peace Committee, community gardens in Orange Mound (a low-income neighborhood), Global Goods Store (Fair Trade), and/or Memphis Living Wage Coalition.
Perea Pre-school Intern: Assist with pre-school program for children from low-income families.
RISE Intern: Assist with bankruptcy study with a grant from the American Bankruptcy Institute, collect detailed survey information from 1000 bankruptcy filers and then subsequent work to analyze the results. A second project is a study of the pattern of foreclosures in Hickory Hill community and design of foreclosure prevention strategies; GIS skills would be helpful in this project. A third project is public policy advocacy.
St. Jude Research Hospital Volunteer Coordinator Intern: Assist in coordinating a large-scale volunteer program.
Shelby County Criminal Justice Intern: Perform policy research that examines problems in the criminal justice system.
Shelby County Mayor’s Office Intern: Research and track Shelby County legislation through the legislative process; work on legal issues concerning education and economic growth in the county. Opportunities may also exist to work on health policy.
Shelby County Public Defender Intern: Assist attorneys in court and with clients; prepare paperwork for cases; assist in specialized courts such as drug courts.
United Housing, Inc. (UHI) Housing Development Intern: Work with a nonprofit affordable housing agency that serves the City of Memphis an Shelby County Tennessee. United Housing targets its services to families who are underserved by the traditional home ownership industry. United Housing works to support the revitalization of Memphis neighborhoods through the provision of construction services, home buyer education and counseling and affordable lending products to low-to-moderate income, first-time home buyers.
United Housing, Inc. (UHI) Lending Manager Intern: Manage lending files; receiving and directing rehabilitation loan inquiries, following up with delinquent loan payments each month; producing and distributing loan coupon books; producing informational materials.
United Housing, Inc. (UHI) Outreach Intern: Assist with general outreach activities to area churches and community organizations; enter client data into the Home Counselor Online System; schedule clients for classes; schedule speakers for homebuyer education classes.
VECA CDC Intern: Located near campus, assist VECA with current projects. The internship can involve a variety of projects including working on tangible projects, such as home ownership counseling, and working on grassroots activities such as block clubs and the neighborhood newsletter.
Vollintine Boys & Girls Club Intern: Opportunity to work with effective youth programs.
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