Internships at ASMA

The American Society for Muslim Advancement (ASMA) has various internships available.

The Media and Communications internship "involves the use of social media tools, including Twitter and Facebook, and will be responsible for monitoring the occurrence of key terms and individuals in the media for updating and promotional purposes." Among other things, the intern will be expected to write "op-ed’s and opinion pieces on contemporary social issues, relating to Islam and America."

The Office of the Development and Fundraising internship, on the other hand, "involves research, writing, database maintenance, and general administrative duties."  Specific writing duties include:

• Creating and updating donor and prospect profiles. 
• Drafting inquiry letters, acknowledgement letters, newsletter copy, and other donor correspondence. 

Visit the links contained within this post for more details on each internship.

Research Intern Needed at the AIC

The American Islamic Congress (AIC) seeks an intern to assist in researching the current political climate in the Middle East and North Africa, particularly the events of the "Arab Spring", as well as editing and helping to write a chapter for an upcoming anthology on current Middle East issues.

Candidates should have experience in research and an interest in writing/journalism.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Arabic preferable
• Knowledge of Middle Eastern culture, politics, and religion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Background in Political Science, International Relations, Journalism, History or related field

Note: This internship is unpaid.

If interested, continue reading here.

Research and Writing Internship at the ASMA

The New York-based American Society for Muslim Advancement (ASMA) is currently offering a Research and Writing Internship.

General Requirements:

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Friendly demeanor & pleasant phone voice
• Patience and good listening skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and email
• Proficient in MAC and PC computers 
• General knowledge about substance abuse, addiction and/or recovery 

Also:

• Middle East/Islamic/Women’s studies concentration preferred
• Strong interest in non-profit work, Islam, gender justice and women’s empowerment
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, steady, dependable, and energetic
• Culturally sensitive and aware; ability to work in international, culturally diverse environment

Employment with this organization is also a future possibility.

If interested in this internship, continue reading here.

Women and Islam Research & Writing Interns

WISE, the Women’s Islamic Initiative in Spirituality and Equality, is seeking research and writing interns to work on creating content for their web portal. Areas of focus include, but not limited to: Muslim women leaders past and present; contemporary Muslim women artists from all over the world; Muslim women’s activism past and present; women hadith scholars, jurists, mufftiyahs; historical and contemporary case studies of Muslim women creating positive social change in their communities; current issues (i.e. FGC, domestic violence, religious and political authority, marriage and divorce, etc.) affecting Muslim women worldwide; grassroots organizations and campaigns working on these issues.

This is an unpaid internship opportunity.

Click here for more information.

Jobs and Internships at the American Muslim Alliance

On August 1st, the American Muslim Alliance had openings for a journalism and media intern as well as for a writer/researcher who would write articles for mainstream and ethnic media. If interested, contact the organization to see if these positions are still available.

Click here to learn more about these opportunities.

Freelance Fashion Research Editor Needed at Elan

Elan Magazine is in need of a freelance fashion research editor to work from home.

Please note: This is a non-paying internship.

Key responsibilities include:

Responsible for researching up and coming designers and trends, within the Muslim-American community and abroad
Making contacts with designers for our magazine, phone calls, emails, etc.
Providing a report of possible fashion stories/designers for future issues
Attend events to make contacts/promote our magazine within the fashion industry
Meeting deadlines for each issue, and having contacts made

Read more about the internship here.

Jobs at Zahra Pictures

Zahra Pictures is a production company whose goals (among others) include "[bridging] the gap between different cultures especially between the West and Islam, which is still a highly misunderstood religion."

Check out this page for a list of open positions with the company.

The company is in continuous need of freelancers (producers, videographers, and editors) and sometimes seeks actors and voice talent (you can send in a demo). There are also several internships offered each year.

Paying Internship at Illume Magazine

Illume Magazine is looking for a general assistant/editor. Here is the message I received:

Job Announcement: Publishing Internship
Position: General Assistant and Assistant Editor
Status: Internship
Location: Online (on-site meetings if available)
Salary: 10 paid hours/month + commission

Illume Magazine has an immediate opening for a general assistant/editor, someone proficient with the English language and knowledge of current events is a must. Candidate must have some experience writing and copyediting for print and digital media and be willing to devote at least 20 hours a month to the magazine. Sales, promotions and marketing a plus.

If you desire a future in journalism, aspire to expand your written portfolio, or want to gain work experience in the publishing industry, please respond soon. We are seeking to fill this position in the next few months.

Responsibilities include:
Sales
Account Management
Online Research
Newsbrief writing/editing
Corresponding w/ writers
Responsible for all correspondence with the Press
Ensures reviews of issues, contributors and staff
Directs and supervises the flow of promotional and advertising materials to and from the internal departments and the external services

Candidates should send an email with a cover letter, resume and links to previously published works, if applicable. Please include all contact information and references. Candidate will also be subject to an interview.

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