Purpose: To offer students with an interest in a media career the opportunity to gain a greater understanding of and insight into the day-to-day activities and career paths of media professionals.
2 day, intensive look into media opportunities at SMG Chicago, designed primarily for minority students in their final year of study
--Media Training
--Case Studies
Activities conclude with full-time interviews and potential for placement upon graduation
Held in Chicago (up to a $500 stipend will be awarded for travel and accommodation expenses for non-local candidates)
Timing: Thursday, February 26 - Friday, February 27, 2009
SMG Future Leaders program is primarily intended for minority students. You may apply to the program if you meet the following:
--GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.00 grading scale
--A citizen or permanent resident of the United States
--In the final year of college in pursuit of bachelors degree or higher
--Interested in pursing a full time employment opportunity at Starcom MediaVest Group in Chicago, IL upon graduation
Application Details:
The candidate must apply online to the SMG Future Leaders program and complete the following to be considered for this program:
--Submit resume
--Online assessment
--Additional essay
--Applications will be accepted online at www.starcomworldwide.com from September 15 – November 7, 2008. Go to the “Careers” section, click on “Apply Now” to apply to the SMG Future Leader program.
Application Timeline:
--Phone interviews will be conducted November – January
--Decisions will be announced in late January
All SMG Future Leaders candidates will automatically be considered for the Media Associate position
Please contact:
Marissa Lutz, Media Supervisor
Marissa.Lutz@starcomworldwide.com
Tel: 312.220.4738
Fax: 312.220.6588
Elliott Chapman, Media Associate
Elliott.Chapman@starcomworldwide.com
Tel: 312.220.6128
Fax: 312.220.6265
