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Media and Journalism Interns

Location: Accra, Volta, 10020, Ghana
Organization: Care and Concern for Humanity (CCH).
Area of Focus: Art, Architecture, Music, Children and Youth, Community Development, Community Service and Volunteering, Disability Issues, Education and Academia, Human Rights and Civil Liberties, Library or Resource Center, Media and Journalism, Research and Science, Rural Issues, Seniors and Retirement Issues, Travel and Transportation
Skill(s): Editing and Translation, Graphic Design, legal, public relations, public speaking, Social Media and Online Marketing, typing, Writing
End date: September 14, 2011
Last updated: November 21, 2009
Language(s): English
Start date: December 12, 2009
Last day to apply: May 13, 2010
Paid or unpaid: Unpaid

Description:

Care and Concern for Humanity is a
registered Volunteer Placement, Non profit and non-Governmental Organization.

CCH is seeking an intern-writer for client and organization stories for the annual report, donor materials, the website and media pitching ideas. The intern will develop story ideas, research, interview client families and staff and write stories and articles. The intern-writer reports to the director of PR and Marketing.

Qualifications:
• Journalism Students
• getting a degree in journalism,
English or similar field
• Strong copyediting, writing and research skills; Strong communication skills
• Open to taking direction and criticism and working in a team atmosphere
• Experience with producing multimedia stories and an interest in health care and disability issues is a plus. Must be willing to travel the rural communities in Ghana

Internships are 20-25 hours per week (or more) during our business hours (8:30-5 M-F). All opportunities are unpaid but local staff will work with you to obtain academic credit for your experience (service-learning, internship and co-op).

CCH provides exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work and play in their communities

Program Costs:
US $600. Per Month Stay on a program.
Cost Includes:
* Airport Pickup
* Orientation upon arrival
* Volunteer Placement
* 24/7 In-country Support
* Accommodations
* Meals


Cost Does Not Include:

*Round-trip Airfare
*Return Trip to Airport
*Visa Fees


Application instructions:

Mail or e-mail your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to:
cfhuman@yahoo.com
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