Hamptons newspaper seeks entry-level reporter or paid intern

Long Island Jewish World, a weekly independent newspaper is looking for energetic, inquisitive feature writer to cover stories in the Hamptons and North Fork. Must have car and be able to take photographs. Knowledge of Jewish community helpful. Talented college students may apply. Salary negotiable and based on experience. Email lijeworld@aol.com.

Reporter job opening @ Long Island weekly newspaper

Anton Community Newspapers, an 18-paper weekly newspaper group based in Mineola, Long Island, is seeking an editor/reporter. This full-time position requires strong news writing, copy editing and organizational skills and the ability to report on everything from breaking spot news and investigating hard-news features to covering community events and meetings. We offer health benefits and a 401k plan. Please email resume and salary requirements to Managing Editor Cary Seaman at cseaman[at]antonnews.com with "resume" typed in the subject area.

Entry-level reporter job @ SmartMoney magazine in NYC

SmartMoney, an 812,000-circulation monthly magazine about personal finance, is offering a long-term paid internship to assist editors and reporters. Position is based in New York City.

Duties include research and fact-checking along with some reporting and writing, including byline opportunities. College degree required. Journalism background and interest in business/finance highly encouraged. Penchant for detail and ability to work effectively on deadline important. Paid hourly rate commensurate with experience.

To apply, send resumes to julie.allen[at]dowjones.com.

TV reporter job opening near Chicago

Naperville Community Television (Channel 17), a TV station in the western suburbs of Chicago, is looking for a part-time news reporter for its weekly newscast.

The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of professional experience. The News Reporter needs to have the following skill sets:
1. Prior television news experience
2. Strong Technical skills -- must be able to shoot and edit (FCP) own work
3. Strong writing skills
4. Story telling skills
5. Organization and task management
6. Good presentation both on and off the camera

Local candidates preferred. No allowance for re-location.

Interested parties should submit a cover letter, work sample (via web) and resume to kwebb@nctv17.com. Please put job title in subject line. No phone calls.

Fellowship for young U.S. and Austrian journalists

U.S. and Austrian journalists ages 21-38 can apply for a 7-week all-expenses paid fellowship which gives up to 6 journalists an opportunity to report from and travel in each other's countries.

The U.S.-Austrian Journalism Exchange Fellowships includes international and domestic travel expenses, living expenses, insurance costs, transportation allowances and a stipend.

After receiving a joint orientation session in Washington, D.C, the American fellows travel to Vienna and the Austrian journalists begin their fellowship in Florida at the GOP National Convention to report for their home media organizations. For six weeks, fellows will work at host newspapers, magazines, and radio and television stations under the supervision of an editor. The program ends with all fellows reuniting in Vienna for a reception and final program evaluation.

Print, broadcast and freelance journalists are eligible, provided they have at least three years of experience and a strong interest in U.S.‑European affairs. Foreign language proficiency is not required, but is preferred.

Deadline to apply is May 6. For more information, click here.

Maine online newspaper hiring entry-level reporter

TheMaineWire.com, a conservative-leaning online news service based in Portland, Maine, is hiring a full-time reporter.

Must be able to produce stories under pressure on a daily basis. Must be familiar with Maine state politics and government. Opportunity for advancement, very good pay. Experience preferred, but will consider hard-working candidates with good writing skills. Familiarity with social media a plus. While reporters are being laid off every day, we are the only Maine media outlet that is hiring full-time reporters for long-term employment!

Email resume, cover letter, writing samples to Lance Dutson at lance@mainepolicy.org. No phone calls.

BBC offering journalism apprenticeships in Scotland

The BBC seeks applicants for its 2013 apprenticeship program based in Glasgow.

The apprentices will receive $14,397 (or UK£9,000) to work with the BBC, STV and independent production companies for one year making radio, TV and online content for all kinds of output and programs.

Duties include administrative support and office duties, as well essential tasks like taking tapes and equipment from one location to another. Possible tasks include booking travel, arranging meetings, helping to make content and more.

Deadline to apply April 13. Click here for more info.

Paid summer internship @ Entertainment Weekly in L.A.

EW's Los Angeles bureau is offering a full-time editorial internship starting mid-May. The position pays $10/hour and will last three months. You must be able to work at least 30 hours per week. In addition to office duties such as transcribing, interns will have the opportunity to write for the magazine and its website, EW.com. We're located at 11766 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles.

You must be heading into your junior or senior year, or have graduated within the last two years. Graduate students are also welcome to apply. Applicants should e-mail a cover letter, resume, and three published clips to john_young[at]ew.com. The deadline to apply is Monday, April 16.