Additional Apple Summer Internships available! (In addition to the ones I sent out below, a few weeks ago). All of them are listed again below. Deadline to apply by February 25! They are planning to be here in March for 1-on-1 interviews for candidates they are interested in meeting.
Apple summer internships available!
Apple will be coming to ITP some time in March for 1-on-1 interviews. Deadline to apply will be February 25. Included in this email:
* Human Interface Group Intern
* Hardware Tools – Web Design Intern
* Marcom – Web Design
* Graphic Design Intern
* Marcom – Motion Graphics
* iTunes Music Relations
* iTunes Customer Experience Intern
* Lifestyle Marketing Manager Intern, iTunes
* iAd – Sales Planning and Account Management Intern (NYC)
* iAd Creative & Strategy – Mobility Strategist Internship (NYC) – JUST ADDED
* iAd Creative Internship (NYC) – JUST ADDED
* iTunes Store User Interface (UI) Intern – JUST ADDED
* Production Intern, ITunes – JUST ADDED
They are all full time positions that offer benefits, competitive pay, relocation and housing assistance. There is a chance for them to be extended past the 3 month mark.
They would also like to point out that all of of our internships require that the candidate must be currently enrolled in college. New graduates are not eligible…unless they are planning on returning to school.
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Human Interface Group Intern
Experience Apple. There’s the typical job. Punch in, make widgets, punch out, repeat. Then there’s a career at Apple. Where you’re encouraged to defy routine. To explore the far reaches of the possible. To travel unchartered paths. And to be a part of something far bigger than yourself. Because around here, changing the world just comes with the job description.
The Apple Human Interface Group (HIg), responsible for crafting the user interface design of the iPhone and OS X, is looking for an intern. The HIg Intern is a student who has the ability to solve problems creatively, has an interdisciplinary sensibility toward graphic, product and digital media design and are open to learning about and contributing to the future of computer interaction. He or she will be assisting the team with everything from icon to application design, and will be involved in individual and group critiques of their work.
Qualifications
Top candidates will have proficiency in illustration, a basic understanding of user interface principles, sensitivity to typography and color, a general awareness of materials/textures, and a practical grasp of physics and animation.
A working knowledge of OS X, iPhone, Photoshop and Illustrator as well as a willingness to learn on the job is a requirement. Experience in Director, Quartz Composer, 3D computer modeling, motion graphics, sound design and copy writing are a plus.
Resumes and Portfolios can be sent to university_jobs@apple.com
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Hardware Tools – Web Design Intern
Experience Apple. There’s the typical job. Punch in, make widgets, punch out, repeat. Then there’s a career at Apple. Where you’re encouraged to defy routine. To explore the far reaches of the possible. To travel unchartered paths. And to be a part of something far bigger than yourself. Because around here, changing the world just comes with the job description.
Apple is looking for a talented and enthusiastic design student to join our Hardware Tools group.
Some responsibilities include:
- Implement the creative vision and overall look and feel for projects based on design objectives, product requirements, functional specs, and an iterative feedback process.
- Convey design ideas via storyboards, and prototyping tools.
- Create deployment-quality mocks and prototypes on tight timelines.
- Maintain and refine graphic standards and corporate branding throughout the product’s interface.
- Review completed projects for consistent and correct look and feel.
- Support development teams through implementation.
- Web application design experience with an emphasis on visual design
- Drive and passion to improving user experience & usability.
- Be a strong advocate for the user.
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a Bachelors in web design or graphic design.
- Understanding of graphical web design principles, typography, composition, and iconography.
- Strong computer skills and a demonstrated expertise in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator or Fireworks.
- Aware of industry trends, able to incorporate new techniques and informs others
- Portfolio of online applications showing a good sense of usability combined with good layout and visual design.
To Apply:
Please send resume to university@apple.com.
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Marcom – Web Design
Experience Apple. There’s the typical job. Punch in, make widgets, punch out, repeat. Then there’s a career at Apple. Where you’re encouraged to defy routine. To explore the far reaches of the possible. To travel unchartered paths. And to be a part of something far bigger than yourself. Because around here, changing the world just comes with the job description.
Apple is looking for a talented and enthusiastic design student to join our Interactive group.
Some responsibility includes:
– Assisting in the planning, creation, production, and maintenance of Apple web projects, such as product launches and other online marketing initiatives
– Internal group responsibilities include comping and presentation preparation, graphics production, electronic file organization, and some studio maintenance
– Co-op will work closely with designers, art directors, creative directors, writers, producers, and web developers
– Will be an integral part of the Apple.com team
Qualifications
– Candidate should be self-motivated and responsive to direction at the same time
– Our co-op will work closely with designers, art directors, creative directors, writers, producers, and web developers as an integral part of the Apple.com team
– An excellent grounding in the basic design principles of type, color, layout and presentation
– Strong conceptual and strategic thinking skills
– Ability to see both communication and aesthetic value
– Impeccable attention to detail
– Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop; working knowledge of CSS, HTML, and JavaScript is a bonus
– Confident yet humble communication skills
– A positive attitude and a curious mind
Please send resumes and sample of work to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com
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Graphic Design Intern
The role of an Apple Graphic Design Intern is to provide support for the various Graphic Design teams including packaging, retail, events, print collateral, and special projects. This position is responsible for assisting/supporting in the following areas:
Design support
– Assist in projects (design, layout production, photography)
– Scanning project images
– Photography research – online and stock books
– Assist in organizing/archiving photos and projects
– Designing in-studio projects
– Aid in setting up various presentations to studio and marketing teams
Comping:
– Mounting and trimming presentations
– Building packaging, boxes and brochure mock-ups
– Building models
Maintaining Production Area
– Upkeep of plotter and Xyron machines – making sure they are properly loaded and functioning
– Upkeep of production area – organization, supplies stocked etc
Minimum Requirements
– Currently enrolled in a degree in Graphic Design, or other related design disciplines
– A portfolio of projects that demonstrates good typography skills, strong design potential and an understanding of concept development
Please send resume and portfolio (or samples of work) to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com
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Marcom – Motion Graphics
Experience Apple. There’s the typical job. Punch in, make widgets, punch out, repeat. Then there’s a career at Apple. Where you’re encouraged to defy routine. To explore the far reaches of the possible. To travel unchartered paths. And to be a part of something far bigger than yourself. Because around here, changing the world just comes with the job description.
Apple is looking for an enthusiastic and sincere design student who is able to follow direction and be self-motivated, to join our Motion Graphics and Film & Video group. You will be closely involved with the day-to-day operations within the group. Projects may vary from video shoots, post-production, asset preparation to motion graphic animation. You will get an understanding of how the Motion Graphics, Film & Video team play a vital role within Apple, especially in partnership with Retail, Web, and Channel.
Some responsibility includes:
– Organization, production and animation across a range of deliverables including, but not limited to: screen savers, brag reels, attract loops, window displays, channel plinths, web quick tours, guided tours and keynote animations.
– May be expected to help out with non-creative tasks such as asset management and project archiving.
Qualifications
– Strong conceptual thinking; able to convey strong ideas in your design and animation, without just relying on visual effects
– A solid ground in basic design principles of type, color, layout and presentation. Not just an animator.
– Proven abilities in After Effects. Modeling, texturing, lighting and animating in Cinema 4D is a bonus
– Ability to storyboard and convey ideas/motion through style frames
– A team player
– A good attitude
Please send resumes and sample of work to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com
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iTunes Music Relations
The iTunes Music Relations team is responsible for all the music promotions inside the iTunes Store as well as the relationships with record companies and artist managers, original content initiatives and PIng. We work with the record labels and artist managers on a regular basis to ensure that all of our priorities and initiatives are aligned.
The team is responsible for the store home page and genre pages, as well as in promotional programs including the free single of the week, discovery download and various email newsletters. We are also responsible for creating original content in the form of iTunes Sessions, iTunes Live – Live from SoHos, etc. and Celebrity Playlist Podcasts.
We’re looking for an intern to support our team this summer, to help plan and execute promotions and to help screen and organize the thousands of CDs we get sent every month. You’ll get unprecedented access to the workings of the world’s most successful digital music store, and the chance to meet some of the most influential people in the digital music world.
Profile
We’re looking for a music fanatic. You might have a show on your college radio station, write reviews for websites and magazines, DJ live events or manage and promote acts in your area. However you choose to get involved, you live and breathe music. You’ll also be familiar with iTunes and the general shape of the online music market. You’ve got to be a team player that can work under pressure and meet deadlines. It’s a fun job, but it’s a serious business too, so you’ve got to be able to behave professionally in the office and at gigs, with the people you work with and in front of artists and labels. Most of all, you’ll be keen to learn and happy to help out with whatever needs doing to keep the store running from day to day.
Skills
The successful candidate will be well organized with an encyclopedic knowledge of at least one genre of music. You’ve also got to be comfortable using a computer for research, consolidating information in spreadsheets, and making modifications to the store with our in-house content management system. It would be a bonus for us if you can speak Spanish, write about music or have basic radio/podcast production skills.
Qualifications
– Working toward degree in Music, Mass Communication, Radio, TV, Film or similar.
Experience
Some of the following:
– College Radio programming/production
– Record Company A&R/Marketing/PR or Street Team
– Writing reviews for print or web
– Live event production or promotion
– Music retail
Qualified applicants can send their resumes to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com
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Job Title: iTunes Customer Experience Intern
This position is a member of the iTunes team and will work to enforce the adherence and preservation of iTune-s quality standards. This position will collect, analyze and take appropriate action for all feedback, input, and concerns submitted by our internal and external customers.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
– Reviewing and addressing customer feedback regarding inappropriate comments, reviews, and content on all iTunes stores (App, Movies, Ping, etc.)
– Proactively monitoring the iTunes store for inappropriate comments, reviews and content.
– Analyzing and resolving customer claims regarding faulty content (songs, video, etc.).
– Participating and/or leading projects with internal teams to test new and/or enhance current support tools.
– Providing feedback to management to improve tools, policies and procedures.
The position requires excellent communication skills, and a sense of humor, as well as resourcefulness, and ingenuity in solving problems.
Qualified applicants can send their resume to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com
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Lifestyle Marketing Manager Intern, iTunes
Experience Apple. There’s the typical job. Punch in, make widgets, punch out, repeat. Then there’s a career at Apple. Where you’re encouraged to defy routine. To explore the far reaches of the possible. To travel unchartered paths. And to be a part of something far bigger than yourself. Because around here, changing the world just comes with the job description.
iTunes is looking for an MBA intern to help develop impactful marketing strategies, tactics, and programs to reach the Urban and Latin audiences. These programs will be well-integrated with and complement programs and priorities developed by the Marketing, Product Marketing, Music Programming and Label Relations, Video Relations, Corporate Communications and Marketing Communications teams.
The role includes evaluating and executing scalable, high-impact marketing programs with a range of companies focused on the urban and Latin markets, including consumer brands, radio stations, television networks, entertainment publications, online businesses, concert promoters, as well as other online and offline marketing entities. The Lifestyle Marketing Manager Intern will be measured according to his/her ability to execute on marketing programs that acquire new customers and generate sales, exploring and capitalizing on emerging opportunities. Programs developed will be assessed based on overall impact to sales and revenue, cost-effectiveness, ROI considerations, and alignment to Company goals and strategies.
We’re looking for someone who is a lifestyle expert on the urban and/or Latin audiences – collaborating with team members responsible for acquisition and retention programs, sales, promotions,, music and video marketing, online and affiliate marketing, and product management for the iTunes application and the iTunes Store.
Qualifications
– BA/BS required with strong analytical background; MBA preferred
– 2-5 years relevant entertainment music marketing
– Experience in developing and executing large national consumer music marketing programs
– Excellent relationship management abilities/strong interpersonal communication skills
– Relationships with key companies in the music and entertainment industries
– Strong negotiation skills with a working knowledge of Business Law/Contracts
– A detailed understanding of urban and Latin music trends and influences
– Demonstrated ability to evaluate opportunities and present recommendations and plans to senior management
– Excellent business proposal writing
Qualified candidates can send their resume to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com
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Summer Intern – iAd Sales Planning and Account Management (NYC)
Apple�s iAd division is looking for a Summer Intern to support its Sales Planning and Account Management Team. This individual will work closely with sales, sales planning, client service and strategy. We are looking for an innovative, detailed, process-oriented individual. This position will be based in New York.
Description:
– Support the iAd Sales, Sales Planning and Account Management Teams.
– Create media plans and presentations to prepare sales reps for client meetings.
– Manage pipeline of meetings and proposals.
– Forecast available inventory on the Apple network.
– Utilize multiple research and information sources to document market trends.
– Interface with sales and marketing teams on special projects.
– Support Account Managers to ensure the successful delivery of advertising campaigns.
– Verify campaign setup pre-launch.
– Perform a daily check of all ads across the network to ensure campaign success and proactively recommend ad inventory optimization changes.
– Put together campaign metrics and post campaign wrap up reports.
– Manage incoming IO’s and make sure details of the campaign are communicated closely with the entire ad operations team..
– Analyze network and campaign performance data and trends.
Qualifications:
– Be enrolled in a Bachelors level program
– Excellent oral and written communication skills
– Strengths in sales & marketing
– Keen interest in mobile, sales & marketing
– Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast paced, rapidly-changing environment
– Attention to detail, ability to multitask and strong organizational skills required
– Hands on experience with the Internet
– Knowledge of Mac and Mac programs a plus
– Extremely professional and positive demeanor
Qualified candidates can send their resume to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com
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iAd Creative & Strategy – Mobility Strategist Internship (NYC)
Description:
iAd Mobility Strategists are self-starting, well-read Intellectual eyes and ears for the business; they provide meaning, insight and direction which inform key creative and business decisions. Mobility Strategists work along side key members of the Creative & Strategy Team learning how to hone skills which ensure every brand and agency on the iAd platform is making the most of their opportunity.
Role:
– The iAd Mobility Strategist will shadow Key Accounts helping to connect brand strategies to platform possibilities
– They will work with senior Creative leadership to architect, deliver and manage against internal creative briefings and projects
– Most importantly, the iAd Mobility Strategist will be the group’s ‘EKG’ of the Digital Market: understanding the latest news, happenings, research, creative moves, new business motion, etc. to inform all appropriate business opportunities in the areas of Apple’s iAd Mobility initiatives.
Requirements:
– Possesses strong Digital Media foundation in one or more areas: Media Planning / Creative Development / Strategic or Account Planning / Technology / Social / Search / Gaming / Editorial / Advertising Sales / Market Development
– Proficiency with Apple iOS devices
– Expertise in Keynote
– A passion for the Apple brand, and developing superior user experiences across its devices
Qualified applicants can send their resumes to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com
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iAd Creative Internship (NYC)
Are you a thinker who wants to make things? Do you get excited about collaborating? Do you have a passion for technology? Mobility? And being a part of a team that delivers great user experiences across Apple devices? Then keep reading. We have a home for someone who can do all of the above, and then some. Somebody who prides himself or herself on being that round peg in the square hole. Someone whose collections of skills make them difficult to fit into a box.
This opportunity requires a passion for innovative digital design, lateral creativity, a working knowledge of the technical development processes, and experience developing solutions within a creative hive environment. And its on the team that’s looking to re-invent how do to advertising in a world of Mobility. We will create the conditions for you to thrive; but you need to bring the passion, the skills and the open mind to make the experience as enriching as possible.
What’s Expected:
LEARN: Develop an excellent understanding of the Digital design process for our Apple Mobile Devices including iAd JS.
BRING: Candidates should possess a working knowledge or expertise in a combination of the following: of CSS, HTML5, PHP, Javascript, Objective-C, Ruby, Python, AJAX, Processing APIs et al.
COLLABORATE: You will partner with creative teams to develop ideas for client, brand and internal projects. Participate in technical design and partner reviews of iAd executions
THINKER: You will need to quickly and efficiently build prototypes and wireframes for new concepts.
Qualified applicants can send their resumes to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com
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iTunes Store User Interface (UI) Intern
The iTunes Store User Interface team is responsible for crafting the user interface and visual design of the iTunes Store, App Store and iBookstore on the desktop and mobile devices. The UI Intern is a student who has the ability to solve problems creatively, has an interdisciplinary sensibility toward graphic, product and digital media design and is open to learning about and contributing to the future of user interface and computer interactions. He or she will be assisting the team with everything from graphics production to application design, and will be involved in individual and group critiques of their work. Above all, the candidate wants to learn in a fast paced environment of one of the largest on-line stores.
Qualifications
– Candidate should be self-motivated and responsive to direction at the same time
– An excellent grounding in the basic design principles of type, color, layout and presentation
– Strong conceptual and strategic thinking skills
– Ability to see both communication and aesthetic value
– Impeccable attention to detail
– Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop; A working knowledge of OS X, Apple devices (iPhone, iPad) as well as a willingness to learn on the job is a requirement
– Confident yet humble communication skills
– Aware of industry trends, able to incorporate new techniques and informs others
– Portfolio of online applications showing a good sense of usability combined with good layout and visual design
– A positive attitude and a curious mind
Please send resumes and sample of work to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com
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Production Intern, iTunes
iTunes is looking for an intern to work with teams in Production, namely Editorial and Interactive Projects. This role will be supporting the editorial end of the organization by helping hone our editorial strategy via performance analysis of editorial features and brands. Specific duties include collecting data, including URLs, promotion windows, and lists of content featured on these pages, and working with the metrics team to gather page-view and revenue data. This intern will work with the editorial team to analyze the data, and is also responsible for creating charts and other presentations that sum up the learnings.
This role is also going to help manage processes and projects on the Interactive Projects side. This includes focusing on business initiatives such as digital copy, iTunes LP/Extras and potentially iBooks. Working with business and technical teams the intern can help streamline our processes and workflow. Working on cross-functional teams, including creative and technical leads, is a key component of the internship. This may included reviewing developer submissions, providing detailed and thorough feedback about the user experience. For this, a relentless attention to detail, a gifted eye for aesthetics and the ability to quickly grasp and distill complex matters are all highly desirable skills.
Qualifications
– Experience working with both creative and technical leads.
– Strong analytic background, with experience collecting and analyzing online metrics and connecting that to customer behavior.
– Excellent written and oral communication skills.
– Experience in project management.
– Understanding of fundamental design disciplines (typography, composition, information architecture, color and animation) and principals (affordance, clustering, consistency, usability, etc.)
– Strong multitasking abilities.
Qualified candidates can send their resume to Amber at marketing_internships@apple.com