Internship

Associate editor and project manager

Energy People Connect

Energy People Connect is an online and real-time social media network and e-zine that focused on the lifestyle issues of people in the Energy industry around the world.  We are looking for several curious and self motivated journalism , psychology or communications students to intern with our company as associate editors and project managers.   This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the international energy industry, sociographics and lifestyle trends and communications media management while honing your research, business management and writing skills. Join us and roll up your sleeves to develop your own or project while getting REAL, USEFUL and MARKETABLE experience. The Environment: A fast paced startup media company with a focus on the global energy industry. The Projects: One of several to mold and make your own. (Including journalism, community building, social media and outreach, events management and more) What you will accomplish: At the end of the summer, you will have a portfolio of 1-3 complex and exciting projects that include your demonstrated knowledge of social media, research, business and marketing. This internship also includes a $500 honorarium for successful students upon completion.  

The ideal candidate should be extremely detail oriented, organized, able to work under deadlines and interested in writing, research and community building. Some online editorial, logging and social network experience is a major plus. Interest in and knowledgeable about the energy industry, international travel and expatriate life issues is ideal.

Strong writing skills, a passion for accuracy, self motivation, creative thinking and an ability to recognize trends are all required. From a social media perspective, you will have an opportunity to apply your expertise in facebook, twitter and more to a B2B environment to attract and engage members. Upon completion, the successful intern will have a portfolio of proven case studies that have been tested in the global energy industry with a pioneering startup company.  

This internship is for the Summer 2009 Semester. This is a 20-40 hour per week internship with scheduling flexibility and would be suitable for candidates working remotely as well as in Houston, although a local candidate is preferred.

It is appropriate for college credit.