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Department of English: Writing Internship Program
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I have a different question; who should I reach out to?
Dr. Uma Krishnan, director of the Writing Internship Program, is reachable at ukrishna@kent.edu or in her office in Room 206E of Satterfield Hall.
How do I apply?
Download the application below and email Dr. Krishnan at ukrishna@kent.edu once completed.
Where can I intern?
The Department of English works with site supervisors to provide a variety of opportunities for student interns, whether at campus institutions or procuring jobs off campus. Internship sites may change from semester to semester, depending on the site’s needs and the potential intern’s interests and skill sets.
On-campus intern sites have included:
How can I measure my success in the WIP?
Experience has shown that those interns who generate ideas, show initiative, and seek additional responsibilities will profit more from their internships than students who wait to be told what to do. While a great deal of your work will eventually be substantive writing and editing, you may be asked to perform assignments you regard as routine or boring, especially at first. It is best to cheerfully accept these assignments. Evidence of an intern’s ability to handle routine tasks quickly and accurately is often necessary before the intern is given more assignments.
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What should I expect as a writing intern?
- You will spend approximately 10 hours per week at your internship site as a member of the writing staff.
- You may work individually or as a team, depending on your site supervisor/s needs.
- You will work closely with your site supervisor, who maintains contact with the WIP.
- Your duties will vary, but expect to be involved in writing in all stages of development, from research and organizing, to drafting and revising, to distribution.
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