New York City Summer Internship
- Preferred Housing Deadline: March 1
- General NYC Summer Internship Deadline: April 1
- Program Dates: May 27 (Housing check-in) - Early August (Tentative)
*For application and scholarship deadlines see our How to Apply page.
- 2013 Faculty Program Director: John Fennel
- 2012 Faculty Program Director: Martha Steffens
- NYCZOU - A guide to New York internships created by 2011 participants.
- NYC-ZOU 2012 Summer Internship Blog
About the New York Program
The Missouri School of Journalism's New York Program offers Missouri Journalism students a unique program of study, a network of colleagues, faculty guidance and summer residence in the media capital of the world. New York City is home to major national television networks, national newspapers, world headquarters of advertising agencies and public relations firms and major photo agencies. The city becomes the students' extended classroom.
New York City is the media capital of the world, home to major national television networks, national newspapers, world headquarters of advertising agencies and public relations firms and major photo agencies. These Missouri Journalism students take in the sights of the city at night. In addition to their journalism internship work, students attend seminars with New York editors, producers, journalists and media executives. Interns will have opportunities to meet Missouri School of Journalism alumni working in New York and to explore one of the world's most amazing cities. A weekly seminar course is instructed by a faculty leader from the Missouri School of Journalism. Classes are held at the City University of New York, located in Times Square.
The New York Program is open to MU juniors and seniors. Students from any sequence can take part in the interdisciplinary program for up to nine credits.
The Missouri School of Journalism's New York Program offers Missouri Journalism students a unique program of study, a network of colleagues, faculty guidance and summer residence in the media capital of the world. New York City is home to major national television networks, national newspapers, world headquarters of advertising agencies and public relations firms and major photo agencies. The city becomes the students' extended classroom.
New York City is the media capital of the world, home to major national television networks, national newspapers, world headquarters of advertising agencies and public relations firms and major photo agencies. These Missouri Journalism students take in the sights of the city at night. In addition to their journalism internship work, students attend seminars with New York editors, producers, journalists and media executives. Interns will have opportunities to meet Missouri School of Journalism alumni working in New York and to explore one of the world's most amazing cities. A weekly seminar course is instructed by a faculty leader from the Missouri School of Journalism. Classes are held at the City University of New York, located in Times Square.
The New York Program is open to MU juniors and seniors. Students from any sequence can take part in the interdisciplinary program for up to nine credits.
Internships
Students will undertake an internship at a media outlet for the length of the program. As part of the professional experience, applicants are responsible for securing their internships. There is no set timeline for applying and securing an internship, but it is best to start as early as possible (ideally during the preceding semester). Applicants should compose a well-constructed resume and cover letter for use in the internship application process. Students should also consider securing academic and professional references to include with their internship applications. Applicants should begin to identify the companies/outlets in which they would like to intern, as soon as possible. Most often, internship information will be available online through the Human Resources Offices of the outlets at which a student may be interested in securing work. This is a vital step in determining timelines and deadlines for internship application.
Students will undertake an internship at a media outlet for the length of the program. As part of the professional experience, applicants are responsible for securing their internships. There is no set timeline for applying and securing an internship, but it is best to start as early as possible (ideally during the preceding semester). Applicants should compose a well-constructed resume and cover letter for use in the internship application process. Students should also consider securing academic and professional references to include with their internship applications. Applicants should begin to identify the companies/outlets in which they would like to intern, as soon as possible. Most often, internship information will be available online through the Human Resources Offices of the outlets at which a student may be interested in securing work. This is a vital step in determining timelines and deadlines for internship application.
Eligibility
Applicants must be a junior or senior at the Missouri School of Journalism. Applicants must evidence a minimum of 3.0 GPA, and have completed the first course in their sequence in order to be considered for admission to an internship program.
All students should be in good academic standing.
Course Credit
Undergraduate Students: Undergraduate students will earn between 6-9 hours of journalism elective course credit:
Applicants must be a junior or senior at the Missouri School of Journalism. Applicants must evidence a minimum of 3.0 GPA, and have completed the first course in their sequence in order to be considered for admission to an internship program.
All students should be in good academic standing.
Course Credit
Undergraduate Students: Undergraduate students will earn between 6-9 hours of journalism elective course credit:
- 6 credit hour option (JOURN 4058, JOURN 4940)
- 9 credit hour option (JOURN 4058, JOURN 4940, JOURN 4350)
- The weekly seminars (JOURN 4058/JOURN 7050) are an important part of the program. Designed to help students better understand the media landscape of New York, they will include guest lecturers and may include off-hours visits to media sites. Past seminar activities have included visits to the Hearst Corporation, The New York Times, and ABC studios.
Costs for Undergraduate Students
The Missouri School of Journalism attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. Generally, study abroad experiences cost a bit more than credits taken on-campus at MU, but include new experiences, cultures, and oftentimes housing, or other program-related costs. It's highly recommended that you outline a budget for yourself of what you would spend during a semester here at MU and compare it to study abroad costs. The fee for this program includes housing accommodations and on-site assistance by a professor. You will also be billed MU educational fees (9 credits). In addition, you will also pay an MU Study Abroad fee for MU orientation, administration, and assistance. Other expenses you will want to consider include airfare, meals, local transportation and other miscellaneous expenses.
Please note that there are scholarships and other financial options available to you to help make study abroad a part of your college experience.
The Missouri School of Journalism attempts to make the costs of studying abroad affordable for you. Generally, study abroad experiences cost a bit more than credits taken on-campus at MU, but include new experiences, cultures, and oftentimes housing, or other program-related costs. It's highly recommended that you outline a budget for yourself of what you would spend during a semester here at MU and compare it to study abroad costs. The fee for this program includes housing accommodations and on-site assistance by a professor. You will also be billed MU educational fees (9 credits). In addition, you will also pay an MU Study Abroad fee for MU orientation, administration, and assistance. Other expenses you will want to consider include airfare, meals, local transportation and other miscellaneous expenses.
Please note that there are scholarships and other financial options available to you to help make study abroad a part of your college experience.
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Summer Program Costs Program Fee..................................................................................$3,495* *Program fee includes housing. MU Study Abroad Administration Fee..................................................$75 Total Cost: Program Fee, Study Abroad Administration Fee, &Insurance.........................................................................$3,570 |
Additional Costs
Tuition and Educational Fees Students will also be responsible for regular tuition and required educational fees associated with 9 credit hours. For specific fee information, visit the Cashier's website. Personal Expenditure Estimates Roundtrip Airfare $300 - $600 Meals and Transportation $1,700 - $2,100 NOTE: Fees subject to change each term and without notice.
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Financial Aid
The financial aid awarded for classes at MU is typically applicable to study abroad. Additional grants, loans or scholarships may be available to offset the extra costs of studying abroad. Students should meet with an advisor for study abroad financing at the MU Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) for more complete information: 573-882-7506. The School of Journalism offers scholarships each semester. Applications should be completed as part of the complete study abroad application process. Students can apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union).
Housing
Student housing is provided through this program. Housing is dormitory-style, featuring onsite laundry facilities and suites equipped with kitchen facilities. Housewares, bedding and wired Internet are included. Housing is located in lower Manhattan, near the financial district. It is within close walking distance of Wall Street, the South Street Seaport, and two subway stations.
For information on how to apply for this program, please click here.
Contact MU Journalism Abroad
The financial aid awarded for classes at MU is typically applicable to study abroad. Additional grants, loans or scholarships may be available to offset the extra costs of studying abroad. Students should meet with an advisor for study abroad financing at the MU Financial Aid Office (11 Jesse Hall) for more complete information: 573-882-7506. The School of Journalism offers scholarships each semester. Applications should be completed as part of the complete study abroad application process. Students can apply for additional scholarships through the MU International Center (Memorial Union).
Housing
Student housing is provided through this program. Housing is dormitory-style, featuring onsite laundry facilities and suites equipped with kitchen facilities. Housewares, bedding and wired Internet are included. Housing is located in lower Manhattan, near the financial district. It is within close walking distance of Wall Street, the South Street Seaport, and two subway stations.
For information on how to apply for this program, please click here.
Contact MU Journalism Abroad
