“Future Stars of America” Internship
27th World University Games, Kazan, Russia
July 2-15, 2013, TOTAL COST: $3,400
BTI Events is thrilled to announce their inaugural “Future Stars of America” Internship, which will
take place during the 2013 Kazan World University Games/Universiade this summer in Kazan,
Russia. This opportunity will provide aspiring sports journalists with a unique training experience
during a major international multi-sport event.
For the 27th Summer Universiade (July 2-15), BTI Events will invite up to 6 females and 6 males to
the Games in Kazan to work alongside Steve Kelley, the USA Team Columnist and Reporter and 30year journalist veteran. The “Future Stars of America” Internship is aiming to include 19 to 25year-old participants who have a passion for sports journalism, broadcasting and photography. For
12 days, they will have full access to competition venues that will allow them to complete daily
projects and reports assigned by our USA Media Team.
KEY ELEMENTS:
Training will be offered in print, photography and broadcast reporting of live events throughout the
Universiade.
The “Future Stars of America” will be required to participate in all daily training sessions and
complete daily reporting assignments. They will stay at the Kazan Courtyard Marriott Hotel, where
they will partake in instructional meetings.
Each participant must sign an agreement setting out the conditions of course participation.
Essential technology needed for the course (printers, internet, WiFi, etc.) will be provided.
However, participants will be required to bring their own personal equipment (laptops, digital
photo and video cameras, voice recorders, etc.) as they seem fit to fulfill their assignments.
This 12-day project will begin with an introduction to the Universiade and the first assignment will
be to cover the USA Team Basketball game on July 4th. All “Future Stars of America” will receive
assessments of their work throughout the Universiade.
Coursework throughout this internship will include basic elements of event coverage, writing,
interviewing, photos and video, and the Internet. Each “Future Star of America” should expect to
participate in all aspects of this program.
COURSE DETAILS
All “Future Stars of America” Interns will undertake both
general and specialized training in various aspects of sports
reporting and the coverage of major events such as the
Universiade. A wide range of tasks will be assigned to gain
as much experience as possible for their future careers and
to spread the message of the 27th World University Games.
The program will help individuals evaluate what makes a
good sports story, how to tell it informatively and
entertainingly, when to look for more background detail
and why accuracy and fairness still remain the foundation
of sports reporting.
Central Track and Field Stadium
CANDIDATE SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be between the ages of 19 and 25 undertaking full or part time studies toward a
career in journalism, broadcast or photography. Recent graduates working as interns or in similar
training roles in established news organizations may also be considered. They will be extremely
proficient in writing and presenting news reports in English.
Candidates will be chosen based on their academic records and recommendations provided from
teaching staff or managers. Above all else, applicants should show real potential and desire to
succeed at their chosen media career.
Evidence of excellence in coursework or in the media workplace must be provided with the
application. Strong references and evidence of published work will be an advantage.
Candidates must be able to travel on the required dates (July 2-15) and be able to partake in the
complete internship over the duration of the Universiade.
Candidates must be willing to sign an agreement form
setting out the participation in the “Future Stars of
America” Internship, which will include copyright free
usage of their course content.
Candidates must have a valid passport for international
travel. Upon selection, they will receive the necessary
documents from the Kazan OC for their visa.
Fluency in French, Spanish, and/or Russian (in addition to
English) will be considered an advantage.
Kazan Courtyard Marriott Hotel
Experience competing in high performance sporting events will also be considered an advantage.
The final decision of the fittingness of applying participants belongs to BTI Events.
APPLYING TO “FUTURE STARS OF AMERICA” INTERNSHIP
Individuals interested in applying are asked to submit the following in English:
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Current and detailed resume, along with date of birth and photo
Cover letter explaining your interest in the Summer Universaide
At least two letters of reference from academic or professional contacts
Examples of work that demonstrate your passion for sports journalism
SELECTION TIMELINE:
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Now-April 15th: All interested individuals are welcome to send applications to Ashley Todd with
attached required documents to ashley@btievents.com
April 16th: Applicants will be reviewed by BTI Events. Up to 6 males and 6 females will be selected as
“Future Stars of America” Interns.
April 17: BTI Events will notify all successful “Future Stars of America” Interns and send them
information packets and VISA application forms.
July 2-3: Selected participants will arrive in Kazan, Russia
July 4th: Participants will attend and report on Team USA Basketball game
July 6-14: Participants will continue to attend daily instructional meetings and report to Steve Kelley
and the USA Media Team throughout Games events
July15: Participants depart Kazan and return to the U.S.
For more information about the 2013 World University Games and BTI Events, please visit
http://kazan2013.ru/en/ and http://www.btievents.net/
2011 Summer Universiade Opening Ceremonies, Shenzhen, China
STEVE KELLEY BIO
Steve Kelley, a University of Delaware graduate, worked at the Seattle Times for 30 years. While at the Times,
Kelley covered all sports, putting his spin on matters involving both the home team and the nation. His
widespread journalism experience includes 9 Olympic Games, 18 Super Bowls, 13 NBA Finals, 20 World
Series, 18 Final Fours and 1 Goodwill Games. This summer, Kelley will serve as the USA Team Columnist and
Reporter for the 2013 World University Games in Kazan, Russia.