Company: Gannett Co., Inc.
Address: 7950 Jones Branch Drive
Location: Mc Lean, VA
Application Deadline: No Deadline
Position: Part-time, Unpaid (College Credit Required)
Timeframe: 01/21/13 — 05/21/13 (Flexible)
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Description
USA TODAY Travel Media Group is seeking a business intern to assist the President of Travel for the spring semester. This intern will work directly with the President and focus on all aspects of the business and projects occurring during the applicable internship period.
Projects and duties include, but not limited to:
1. Participate in development of Travel Media Group’s strategic initiatives
2. Create and prepare documents for high-profile meetings
3. Research quantitative and qualitative materials, as it pertains to projects
4. Assist in developing and reviewing presentations and financial models
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel and PowerPoint) and Adobe Software
- Strong Internet researching skills
Responsibilities
- Analytical: Ability to track core business metrics and recommend decisions
- Excellent Communications: Ability to effectively communicate complex concepts in both verbal and written formats
- Organized: Ability to keep multiple projects and manage the activities to completion
- Strong Business Sense: An excellent understanding of business models, financial models, costs and benefits
- Team Player: Ability to work cross-functionally, build partnerships and share knowledge
- Strong understanding of, and affinity for, the role of digital media in the travel industry with the ability to efficiently research market trends and opportunities
Requirements
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
• For credit-only internships, documentation from the college or university detailing the internship requirements for credit must be provided to the hiring manager and HR Business Partner managing the internship
