La Casa Azul Bookstore is currently looking for a few good interns who wish to learn
the ins and outs of running a business while enriching lives through reading,
writing, and the power of books!
All internships are unpaid, but there
are a number of great perks, including free books, flexible hours, fun-loving co-workers,
and more. Most importantly, you will learn the ins and outs of working at both
a bookstore, and a locally-owned, independent business. Plus, it will earn you
a number of professional contacts, and looks great on a resume!
The internships last for 12-16 weeks
(longer internships available) and interns work 8 - 12 hours/week. Summer internship
is June 5 – August 25, 2013. Opportunities are available for high school, undergraduate,
graduate students and recent graduates who are considering careers in the arts,
education, business, marketing and publishing. College credit may be
arranged.
Deadline to submit internship
applications for Summer 2013 is Friday May 24, 2013 at 6pm.
Desired qualities/skills:
Dynamic, self-motivated, outgoing,
highly organized individual with good research skills, including exceptional
written and verbal communication skills, and capacity for working with diverse
populations. Ease with technology is a must, including knowledge of MS Excel,
Word, and social media (Facebook and Twitter).
Bilingual (English &
Spanish proficiency).
Must bring your own laptop
or tablet to work
ALL applicants must submit:
1.
Creative cover letter
2.
Resume (with 2 references)
3.
Answer to question: Why are you interested in an internship at La Casa Azul
Bookstore (1 page max, separate from cover letter)
4.
Schedule information (days/hours available from Monday – Sunday between the
hours of 10am – 8pm) (shifts are: 10am - 2pm, 2pm - 6pm, 4pm - 8pm)
FOUR intern positions available for
Summer 2013 (please read full descriptions below)
1. Marketing & Communications
intern (2 positions)
2. Operations intern (1 position)
3. Events intern (1 position)
MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS INTERN (NEED 2)
Assist in Marketing/Public Relations for store events.
Requirement: must demonstrate
proficiency in social media platforms.
Tasks may include but are not limited to: assisting with the promotion of various
events, and a variety of in-house communications, processing and archiving
media coverage; developing relationships with local and national journalists;
and offering creative input in developing pitches.
Additional support with
marketing initiatives as needed.
Must be available for 4 hour shift between 10am - 4pm
Subject line: MARKETING AND
COMMUNICATIONS INTERN (Summer2013)
OPERATIONS INTERN (NEED 1)
The Operations intern will have the
unique opportunity to have direct contact with the general public, learn the
ins and outs of working at both a bookstore, and a locally-owned, independent
business.
Tasks include: Providing excellent
customer service including greeting shoppers, locating sections or titles,
recommending books, and helping with transactions. Assisting with daily store
processes and procedures including sorting books and merchandise, stocking
shelves, and creating displays. Helping to plan and execute events such as
storytime, book clubs, author sessions in the store, sales, and other projects
as assigned.
Must be available for 4 hour shift between 12pm- 8pm
Subject line: OPERATIONS INTERN (Summer2013)
EVENTS INTERN (NEED 1)
Assist before, during, and after in-store and off-site events.
Tasks will include:
●
arrange seating and bookshelves
●
set up book/item displays
●
arrange for any necessary audio-visual equipment setup prior to the event
● conduct online research for events
●
write reviews/shelf talkers for in-store displays
Must be available between 2pm - 8pm
Subject line: EVENTS INTERN (Summer2013)
No incomplete applications will be
considered.
Please do not contact the store with
further questions or to inquire about selection.
Thank you!
La Casa Azul Bookstore
