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Fall 2004 PR Internship Knoxville, Tennessee Scripps Networks, a division of E.W. Scripps and the parent company of television brands Home & Garden Television, Food Network, DIY-Do It Yourself Network, Fine Living, and Shop At Home Network, is looking for an energetic, detail-oriented public relations intern in our communications department at the company headquarters in Knoxville, Tenn. Corporate communications interns at Scripps Networks get multi-faceted, hands-on experience in a variety of PR disciplines including consumer and trade media relations, special event planning, employee relations, public affairs, and presentation services. Successful candidates for this internship are very goal oriented, work well in a team environment, and must have a desire to invest in their experience with us to reach personal and professional goals. In addition, the intern candidate must: * Demonstrate strong writing/editing skills (AP-style proficient); * Possess established organizational skills and time-management capabilities in order to manage multiple deadlines; * Articulate their personal goals for the internship as a tool for mentoring and guidance; * Maintain a regular schedule of office hours at least three days per week at a minimum of 15 hours; * Be an active member of PRSSA, PR Concepts or similar student pre-professional organization; * Submit to a pre-employment drug screening; * Provide evidence the internship is for credit (no exceptions) Although this internship is a non-paid position, it is structured so that our student interns complete their tenure with many valuable professional experiences to explore and prepare for a career in public relations. To be considered for our Fall 2004 program, send a resume, cover letter and three writing samples to Dan Hurst, internship coordinator, at <mailto:[log in to unmask]> [log in to unmask] Please, no phone calls. Deadline to Apply for Fall 2004 Program: Friday, August 20, 2004