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GMGW Communications Department
Open Positions for Fall 2015
GMGW offers internships during the Spring and Fall semesters. Additionally, GMGW periodically offers special programs
designed for shorter periods of time as required by GMGW.
The students work under supervision and have the ability to learn through work experience. Interns are required to
document their experience through a series of weekly journals and memos reflecting on bridging their academic
experience with their internship experience.
Our structured internship program provides students with an overview of our nonprofit organization. Students receive
guidance and support to complete a variety of projects working with senior level directors, program managers, media
directors and designers. The experience varies based on the skill set and interest of the intern as well as the workload of
GMGW. Because we are a high functioning organization dealing with confidential and very complex community issues,
we require all interns to abide by the same confidentiality and level of professionalism as all of GMGW’s employees.
Program Qualifications: Total of 13 Positions | Dress Code: School attire
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2015 Fall Semester
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2016 Spring Semester
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Minimum 2.8 GPA
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Major in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or other related degree field.
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Ability to work no more than nineteen and a half (19.5) hours per week when classes are not in
session.
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Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
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Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks within identified timeframes
Positive attitude, flexibility, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a social community based setting with a a range or community organizations
including those of faith-based philosophy.
Location
We are located in Houston, Texas and are flexible to allow our HCC work study student employees to
meet at the Stafford HCC Campus location. If selected to participate in Project Portfolio, in addition to
the Stafford HCC campus, there are two (2) additional off campus meeting locations: United Way and the
Federal Reverse Bank of Houston. At these locations students will adhere to a business casual dress code
and other specifics as outlined in the program selection process.
A schedule will be provided to the selected applicants listing the “off campus meeting dates, times and
locations.
Impact on Agency
Your participation in this administrative internship will provide much needed assistance
in vital areas of our small, grassroots, nonprofit and community based organizations. We are able to
provide accessible and affordable services to people who need financial direction by enlisting the “time,
talent, and treasures” of volunteers and interns from the local community. Your participation in this
internship will help GMGW continue to move forward in accomplishing our mission.
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GMGW Program in partnership with Houston Money Week
What is Houston Money Week?
Houston Money Week (HMW) is a community-wide financial education initiative that
empowers families and individuals to be successful with their financial choices. HMW
serves individuals, families, veterans and small business owners across the greater
Houston area, offering free financial education and raising awareness of available
resources in the community. Each year in April, HMW partners—businesses, financial
institutions, schools, libraries, nonprofits, government agencies and media outlets—
come together to emphasize the importance of financial education, inform consumers
where they can get assistance, and provide free educational seminars and activities.
Although the activities are open to all demographics and income levels, historically
HMW serves persons from primarily low and moderate income backgrounds.
HMW covers 10 counties in the greater Houston area - Austin, Brazoria, Chambers,
Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Montgomery, San Jacinto, and Waller counties.
We recruit organizations that are interested in financial education who come together
to plan and carry out free events during the week. Beginning in September,
organizations sign a partner agreement, and commit to attending monthly planning
meetings and actively participating in the development and execution of events.
Campaigns are chaired and led by a team of volunteers from partner organizations
such as GMGW.
Houston Money Week activities can include but are not limited to:
• A kick-off event to launch the week that garners media attention and gets the
word out about the upcoming week of events.
• Face-to-face educational programs taught by HMW Partners. These can be open
to the public or provided to a specific group, such as a membership
organization, clientele of a social service agency, or employees at their
workplace.
• Fairs or exhibits providing financial information.
• Webinars, conference calls, or social media events.
• Student essay contests.
Under the leadership of the HMW Partner & Marketing/Media Co- chair; Ebony l.
Thomas will supervise and carry out the planning and implementation of the
marketing and communications efforts of the activities and related tasks to
support our partners efforts. Students will have the opportunity to build up their
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portfolio while networking with Houston’s Largest LMI city-wide Financial
Initiative. Students will also have exclusive access to Houston Money Week Partner
meetings providing exposure and opportunities for increased experience.
GMGW Communications Department
Open Positions for Fall 2015
(refer to program qualifications, locations as information pertains to all opening
positions.
Print and E-Media Designer- Two (2) positions
If you are ready to reach a higher level in your career, learn how to
use design at a strategic level and how to pitch your creative work to the
community.
• Web social media management
• Web content production
• Print production of various brochures and other communications collateral • Video production (shooting, editing) for GMGW related events
• Content maintenance in content management system
• Design Research
• Effective Copywriting
Photography Specialist- Two (2) positions;
This position will allow intern to be creative and have a good eye for shape,form
and color. Intern will be experience excellent communications and people skills
along with patience and concentration.
Serve as photographer at GMGW sponsored events
• Maintain and archive photography database
• Provide photography assistance on special projects
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Media Communications/ Production - Two (2) positions
The Media Communications and Production intern will Design, Development and
Implementation: Video presentations, Narrated slide presentations, Screen
captures, Audio recordings, along with Graphics and animations.
• Assist in GMGW commercial production, editing, field reporting and associate producing as needed or
assigned.
• Develop, upload and maintain video library for GMGW website.
• Serve as Production Assistant for program shoots, including equipment operation, copy writing and
producing for all internet based broadcasts.
Creative Designer - Five (5) positions
Will develop experience as a enthusiastic creative designer and idea generator, to
manage projects from creation to completion, achieve high standards of work
product in fast-paced environment, with an ability to incorporate all forms of digital
media in work output.
• Work with GMGW’s creative team on various projects and concept development for both print and
electronic programming
• Develop mock-ups for presentations to client
• Utilize Photoshop and graphic designing skills to design various pieces, including: brochures,
pamphlets, posters, print and online advertisements, etc. (Ability to concept, design and/or write are assets
for this position)
Communications Account Assoc- Two (2) positions
Intern will write and edit compelling and informative content for regular
publication. Help build digital brand through its social media channels by
managing presence on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, Google+, Instagram, and
LinkedIn.
Oversee the daily activities of the Communications Team operation (i.e. press
list pulling, clips reporting, and project tracking)
Support logistics in participation in conferences and speaking opportunities.
• Conduct background research
• Draft documents for various projects, including: press releases, proposals, memos, and reports
• Assist with special events
• Research various online vehicles, including social networking
• Draft advertisements and other communications
• Assist with various grassroots and community based initiatives
• Miscellaneous organizational tasks that are consistent with an Account Executive
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