Nov 29, 2021 | Current Interns Only
After finishing writing training, an intern needs to get started on their first Veteran of the Day (VOD) post. And if there are no pre-approved cards or public submissions available, that means doing independent research. While there are many sources around, narrowing...
Nov 25, 2021 | Current Interns Only
Merrit Pope joined the Digital Media Engagement (DME) team as an editing intern this August. A sophomore at Hillsdale College studying philosophy and religion, Merrit learned about the internship through a friend who was a past DME intern. He saw value in working on a...
Nov 18, 2021 | Current Interns Only, Important
When starting your internship with the Digital Media Engagement (DME) team, things can be overwhelming initially. You now have a lot of work to do with a set number of hours to reach each week. For some students, that can mean slipping into unhealthy work habits. Here...
Nov 15, 2021 | Current Interns Only
1. Procedural Mistakes Common mistakes new writers make on their first VOD card are forgetting to comment their role, using card labels or joining the card. As a writer, these tasks are important, as it tells everyone that your card is claimed so no one else will...
Nov 8, 2021 | Current Interns Only, Podcast
A podcast is something that has become tangled in some of our everyday lives. We listen to podcasts on car rides home, while cooking dinner and even while showering. It has become a way in which the world can expand on their range of knowledge and listen to stories...
Nov 4, 2021 | Current Interns Only, Featured, Testimonials, What It's Like
Sarah Kowalewski is a seasoned Digital Media Engagement (DME) intern. She joined in August 2019 as a graphic design intern and has since served in multiple leadership roles. She became executive officer (XO) of the graphic design and YouTube departments in May 2021....
