Summer Study Internship
Communication Track
From film production to public relations to journalism, there's no disputing that Boston boasts a thriving communication industry. Boston is home to a vibrant creative economy that features some of the best minds in newspaper reporting, broadcasting, advertising, and filmmaking.
Exploring topics ranging from PR, advertising, and mass communication to new media and journalism, students put their knowledge to practice in internships at television and radio stations, news services, marketing and ad agencies, and others.
Really great courses and professors. Superb internship placement.
Intern, Powderhouse Productions
Summer 1: The Academic Phase (May 22 - June 29, 2012)
You'll spend your first six weeks of the Summer Study Internship Program taking two 4-credit courses chosen from the following offerings in communication. The course section has descriptions and schedules.
Select Two:
- COM CM 301 Principles and Practices of Public Relations
- COM CM 311 Oral Presentation
- COM CM 313 Corporate Communication
- COM CM 317 Introduction to Advertising
- COM CM 331 Writing for Communication
- COM CM 345 Public Relations in Nonprofit Settings
- COM CM 409 Persuasion and Public Opinion
- COM CM 441 Media Relations
- COM CM 443 New Media and Public Relations
- COM CM 510 Computers in Communication
- COM CM 519 Interactive Marketing Communication
- COM CM 523 Design and Interactive Experiences
- COM CM 538 Event Planning and Management
- COM FT 428 Transmedia Producing
- COM JO 250 Fundamentals of Journalism
- COM JO 305 Photography for Non-Majors
- COM JO 309 Feature Writing
- COM JO 357 History and Principles of Journalism
- SMG MK 486 E-Commerce Marketing
Summer 2: The Internship Phase (July 9 - August 17, 2012)
For the second six weeks of the program, you'll be placed as an intern in a Boston-area organization or business that matches your interests and experience. You should expect to work five days a week for a minimum of 35 hours.
Communication Internship Opportunities
Internship placement opportunities are available at television and radio stations; news services; advertising, marketing, and public relations agencies; newspapers; and magazines.
Internship Placement
- Guaranteed internship placement for 35 hours a week
- Internship matches are based on your interests, abilities, and experience
- All internship sites are accessible by public transportation
- Visit our Placement Process page for additional information
Summer Study Internship Course (May 25 - August 17, 2012)
The Summer Study Internship Program's 2-credit Internship Course meets on Fridays throughout Summer 1 and on three evenings in Summer 2. The primary emphasis of this course is to explore links between your academic track and your on-site professional experience, and to provide support and guidance as you prepare for your placement.
Internship Profile
Student: Rachel Tuhro
Career Track: Communication Track
Courses: Principles & Practices of Public relations, Media Relations
Internship Site: Colette Phillips Communications (CPC)
On the Job: I really enjoyed getting hands-on experience in the field I am passionate about. I'm thrilled about the chance to continue working at CPC, and I know that it will help me to exceed the expectations of future employers and give me the tools I need to pursue my dreams of opening my own fashion PR firm.
Perspectives: I have never had such outstanding professors. Not only did they teach me in class, but they also advised me and played a key in helping me secure a job at CPC.