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We're seeking environmentally savvy writers, photographers and videographers to be part of MNN's State Reports.
Mon, Apr 01 2013 at 4:50 PM
Note: We are continually accepting applications for these positions. Read below for more information about this great opportunity.
Welcome to Mother Nature Network. We're seeking correspondents from across the country to be the local eyes and ears of MNN. If you want to make a difference and have your work exposed to a national audience, we'd like you to participate in MNN State Reports.
This is an ideal opportunity for anyone with experience in writing, editing or photography or anyone with an interest in environmental issues who is seeking hands-on experience. MNN combines unconventional original content alongside breaking environmental news from around the Web. We cover a wide range of issues, from wilderness issues to sustainable living. If the topic is of interest to people who love the environment, chances are we write about it — and you can, too.We want reporters, photographers and videographers with the right combination of talent, interest and commitment. We want a wide range of people — students, professionals and beyond. Our system gives correspondents flexibility in scheduling because all of the work is done remotely.
Think this might be for you? Read on for more details and submit your resume and cover letter to local@mnn.com.
Think this might be for you? Read on for more details and submit your resume and cover letter to local@mnn.com.
What will I do?
MNN local bloggers, photographers and videographers are vital to our operation. They work (virtually) alongside the MNN team as they write stories, share local environmental news and insights and produce YouTube clips or photo galleries. In addition, each correspondent has his own page on MNN, allowing him (or her) to discuss the most interesting environmental stories of the day.
This experience can be a good fit for students or professionals in journalism, environmental studies or architecture, and it can also work for writers who want a resume-building experience that might lead to a job in new or old media.
The particulars
• We accept applications for MNN State Reports on a rolling basis.
• The program's focus is local and is run from your campus or hometown. Correspondents are encouraged to come up with their own topics to cover, and some assignments will be made.
• Each participant is part of a state channel at Mother Nature Network, where his or her resume-building work can be followed by millions of readers who are interested in the environment.
• The program is unpaid, but we periodically reward strong contributors.
Just submit a resume and cover letter to local@mnn.com and specify your interests.
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Yes, Cassandra, we're still looking for local correspondents. You can contact us at contact@mnn.com for more info. Thanks!
Are you looking for correspondents in Egypt especially Luxor area?
I just applied to be a correspondent. How long will it take MNN to get back to me?
Within a week. They are on top of it.
It would be thrilling to join Mother Nature Network.There are so much to be done to save nature and wildlife.
Hi,
I am a student in the Middle East and would like to get involved in this programs. Are there any places open for non-US citizens?
is this only in the U.S. ? what about other parts of the world like asia.i think this is good if not only in the U.S. but world wide or globally. as we live in one planet called earth.
Companies, newspapers, blogs and orgs need to stop luring in interns to work for free. If there is a job open and work needed to be done, MNN should pay. Simple as that. This is another step to lowering the bar so that bloggers don't get paid well. Don't do it. Thousands of other blogs will pay you to write for them.
HI Rachel, its good to hear from you. While we do have a couple of full-time job openings on the site right now (and are interviewing away for them), our intern program is a volunteer position for readers who want to let us know of local happenings and insights from their home towns. The position usually takes 7 to 10 flexible hours a week and lets students and others spread the word.
This sounds great! I was wondering if we have to submit anything else besides a resume and a cover letter? Plus, is there a deadline?
I didn't see any age requirement. Is it possible for a high school student to apply for this internship?
Hi Amanda, we welcome all talented folks - high school, college, parents, retirees....anyone who cares about the environment in their state.
Hello. I would like to become a correspondent and write articles to make a difference. I want to know if I can still apply and do this. I am very interested in environment and effects it has on health and other aspects of life. It appears there is already someone in my area, Louisville, who is a correspondent but I live in Oldham County, KY and still want to know if this is a possibility for me.
Thanks
There's no problem is there's already another correspondent in your state. States are big places :) and we're eager to have as much local reporting as possible. So please do apply!
Hello. I would like to become a correspondent and write articles to make a difference. I want to know if I can still apply and do this. I am very interested in environment and effects it has on health and other aspects of life. It appears there is already someone in my area, Louisville, who is a correspondent but I live in Oldham County, KY and still want to know if this is a possibility for me.
Thanks
I'm a senior in high school and I'm in an internship program called WISE. Instead of going to classes our 4th quarter we will be working. i was wondering if you have anything available for the spring of next year
Good luck to all of you who have posted! For those of you who are interested, I just wanted to add in a plug here and say that this internship is an absolutely fantastic way to get your voice out and make a difference on the environmental front for your state. Remember: it's what you make of it!
Hi!
This sounds like a great opportunity for students! However, what are some great opportunities for recent college grads with a degree in Environmental Studies? I graduated this past May and would love an opportunity to work with your organization in any capacity I can. I am in the Atlanta area.
can I still apply if I'm not majoring in journalism/environmental studies?
how many interns are selected for each state? should we still apply even though there are already many correspondents?
Can we apply if we are still in high school, but will be attending college in the fall?
You are welcome to apply anytime you like, even if you are in high school. You can send your resume and any information to contact@mnn.com.
Also, is it possible to update our applications with recent accomplishments? and is it alright to just submit a cover letter and resume? (I didn't know that we were supposed to submit additional clips as well.)
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