Company: American Correctional Association
Application Deadline: Available Year-round
Position: 2 Part-time, Unpaid
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Description
The American Correctional Association (ACA) is the oldest and largest international corrections association in the world, serving all disciplines within the corrections profession. We are located in Old Town Alexandria. For more information about ACA, visit www.aca.org.
We are looking for an intern to work in the Periodicals section of our Publications and Communications department, which publishes a magazine, journal and online newsletter. Internship is unpaid, two days a week (or 15 hours/week). Students can earn college credit.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of managing and assistant editors, intern will be responsible for various projects relating to the editing and publishing of the association’s magazine, journal and newsletter, including: proofreading articles for grammar, punctuation and clarity; writing occasional columns; monitoring criminal justice-related news outlets; and updating and maintaining database files. Other administrative projects will be assigned as needed.
Send cover letter and resume to SusanC@aca.org, with “Editorial Intern” in the subject line. If you have a writing sample, you may also attach it to your email in Microsoft Word format, or provide a link to a website.
Requirements
The ideal candidate is currently an undergraduate majoring in journalism or English (or related field), with an interest in criminal justice/corrections a plus. Must have good organizational, communication and writing skills. Knowledge of Associated Press style a plus.
