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PublicityWe Get Press/Figure 8 Media Publicity Intern: We Get Press is a newly-launched music publicityfirm that represents niche artists of various genres from its office in New York (Brooklyn) and LosAngeles. We Get Press offers full service publicity in traditional and digital media and is offering a oneortwo-week unpaid internship where you will have the opportunity to work directly with publicists andartists arranging media, communications and events. This internship if for a rising senior, 2012graduate or an alum from the classes of 2009-2011. <strong>Date</strong>s to be mutually agreed upon.281 North 7 th Street #2, Brooklyn NY www.figureeightmedia.comDigital MarketingIcebreaker Consulting Intern: Aaron Mandelbaum (MKA’97), founder of Icebreaker Consulting isoffering an unpaid internship that will oversee several exciting opportunities in social media, webmarketing and e-commerce. In 2010 Aaron launched a price comparison search engine calledstylequest.com. Following its quick success, he launched two additional versions (gagababys.com andcooksade.com). Aaron is also the founder of Icebreaker Consulting and oversees these sites and anumber of outside clients in non-profit, manufacturing, education, social media, retail and more. Anintern will have firsthand access to key players in digital marketing who are addressing real worldbusiness issues. This opportunity is a four-week engagement with a possible extension to six weeks.Work and meetings will take place in New York City, Monroe, NY, via Skype and Northern NewJersey. Access to a vehicle is recommended, as is a comfort level with navigating New York City. Thisopportunity can be scaled to all ages and would be of particular interest to those interested in businessstrategy, ecommerce, social media and digital marketing.NYC, Northern NJ, Monroe, NYadTheorem: Work with CEO Meg Columbia Walsh (MKA Parent) in a first cross device demandside platform for media. It is a mobile, tablet, etc. ad network with a technology platform. Duties wouldinclude pre sales preparation, participating in client presentations, learning ad media placement utilizingtechnology. This unpaid opportunity is for 1-2 weeks, and will include mentoring on a going forwardbasis featuring resume and job placement assistance.95 Morton Street, NY NY www.adtheorem.com“Interning with Meg was an incredible experience. Meg and the rest of her team were kind andreceptive and had me working on projects immediately. Nothing comes close to working in NewYork City, and not only did I gain invaluable experience in the business world, but I had a blastdoing it.”Michael Borges, 2011 Intern, MKA ‘12 Revot Mobile: This full service mobile and cross device advertising agency provides a superiormethodology and advanced strategic planning for brands to reach the connected consumer. Under thesupervision of Meg Columbia Walsh (MKA Parent), this 1-2 week experience would include duties suchas pre sales preparation, participating in client presentations, account management and learning aboutthe connected consumer and how brands are marketing to them. This unpaid internship will includementoring on a going forward basis featuring resume and job placement assistance.95 Morton Street, NY NY


Notch Partners LLC Intern is offering an opportunity for business-oriented MKA alums to spend2-12 weeks learning more about the world of private equity. Established by two Harvard BusinessSchool graduates (MKA parents) in 2002, Notch is a boutique consulting firm that provides leadershipand management-led buyout strategies to private equity deals and their portfolio companies. Interns willwork with firm Founders and staff, get involved in private equity deals and interact with industryleadingCEO’s across a range of industries on a global basis. This PAID internship has been designed tointegrate learning through exposure and interaction with hands-on/roll-up-the-sleeves diverse work,which includes research, analysis, reporting and writing. There may be opportunities to attend meetingsin NYC with private equity clients and operating executives (CEO’s).56 Main Street, Millburn, NJ www.notchpartners.com “I worked at Notch Partners, Inc. for 3 weeks during my winter break. I was introduced to a truly unique business model that this company embodies, and learned a great deal about how a start-­‐up functions and achieves success. I was exposed to the world of private equity investing, and sat in on conferences with CEOs where I received firsthand accounts of the ins and outs of their businesses. I was able to research different industries and specific companies from an investment angle approach.. Furthermore, I was able to develop close relationships with everyone at the company. Conversations with each individual provided me with new knowledge and insights that I found to be invaluable as I pursued my own career goals. Zara Mannan, 2011 Intern, Princeton '13 (not an MKA student) Signal Hill Capital Group: John MacDonald, Managing Director and MKA parent, is offering a2 week internship during the summer of 2012. Signal Hill is a leading middle market Investment Bankserving the M&A and capital funding needs of high-growth “TMT” (Technology, Media, andTelecommunications) and Business Services companies. The New York City office works closely withentrepreneur-led and private equity-backed clients in the software, IT Services and Internet markets.The boutique environment encourages direct interaction with Senior Partners and Investment Bankingprofessionals. This unpaid internship is an opportunity to work alongside seasoned dealmakers to seehow deals are created, valued and negotiated with participation in live transactions. A travel stipend willbe provided.Located in Lower Manhattanwww.signalhill.com“At Signal Hill Capital I gained both a high level understanding and appreciation of the Mergersand Acquisition field along with an opportunity for hands on experience gathering and analyzingdata for existing deals. I appreciated the insight into the subtle qualities that an analyst isexpected to know about research, technology, and the expectations of their managers. Animportant part of the experience required being resourceful when completing a task and knowinghow to concisely present the findings. The internship was further confirmation of my goal topursue a career in the financial markets.”Michael D’Andrea, 2011 Intern, MKA ‘09, Boston College ‘13


Information TechnologyAmerican Express Information Technology Intern: Two-week shadowing opportunity with theAmerican Express Chief Information Officer, MKA parent Toby Redshaw, and selected members of histeam. The intern can expect to gain insight into how a large modern information technologyorganization really works, learn about cool and emerging technologies that matter to business now andhow they are being used, learn how an IT organization works within the corporation, gain exposure tosome of the latest thinking in user-interface design and social media, and hang out in the IT lab andseehow Xbox Kinect can actually be used for business. The intern will see the key components ofclassical program management in action and learn how technology at a really big firm makes adifference. In addition, the intern will see how corporate IT shops partner with companies likeFacebook and Foursquare. Timing is flexible, but please be aware that parts of July may be unavailabledue to Mr. Redshaw's travel schedule. Techcrunch recently praised American Express' technology teamsaying, "...160 year old Amex out-innovates Google."200 Vesey Street www.americanexpress.comHospitalityMarriott Residence Inn Hospitality Intern: Learn about the exciting world of hospitality! Spend1-2 weeks at the award-winning Marriott Hotel owned by the Knowles family from MKA, located rightnext to The Manor. Spend time in each department, learning hands-on how each function contributes tothe overall success of the hotel. From the front desk, to sales, to food and beverage, to housekeepingand engineering, you will learn the day-to-day operation of each department. This is a great opportunityto learn about a career in the hospitality industry.The Marriott Residence Inn at The Manor, 107 Prospect Avenue West Orange www.marriott.comNon Profit ManagementMorris Habitat for Humanity Intern: Morris Habitat for Humanity is offering a 4-6 week, 24 hoursper week, unpaid internship with exposure to various areas of the nonprofit organization. The studentwill work with the Director of Volunteer Services along with other members of the staff on variousprojects. These projects will introduce the student to areas such as Marketing, IT, Accounting,Customer Service, Etc. There could also be potential for one on one skill based developmentalopportunities depending on the schedule. This internship is flexible and the times, as well as, the typesof projects can be adjusted to fit the needs of the student.102 Iron Mountain Road, Mine Hill, NJ www.morrishabitat.org


Kageno Worldwide Intern: Learn the ins and outs of a grassroots non-profit that works directly withimpoverished communities in Kenya and Rwanda. This unique unpaid opportunity will allow you togain global perspective, tackle issues facing developing countries, and assist with all levels of non-profitmanagement. As an intern, you will help with all operations and efforts of the organization includingbut not limited to: event planning for an annual fundraising gala, maintenance of the orphan and childsponsorship program, blogging and social media, outreach and newsletter writing, etc. Experience nonprofitmanagement, international development and a creative work environment. Kageno’s mission is totransform impoverished communities into places of opportunity and hope, through the development ofself-sustaining community-directed programs in Education, Health, Ventures (Income Generation),and Environment. They believe it is essential to sustainable development to work with the communityrather than giving simple aid or handouts. Kageno is almost entirely volunteer-based, which meansinterns and volunteers have the opportunity to contribute in endless ways. Timing of the internship isflexible -- projected for two weeks in August 2012, with the potential to extend or work remotelythroughout the school year. Kageno’s headquarters is located in lower Manhattan and accessible by NJtransit and does not have a conventional office environment. They meet and operate remotely and at theExecutive Director's home. Their business model allows them to send more of every dollar raiseddirectly to their projects abroad by minimizing administrative costs. This experience will beunconventional but very hands-on.261 Broadway, NYC www.kageno.orgTHE ARTSMusicThe Juilliard School Jazz Intern: A 4-6 week unpaid internship at The Juilliard School assisting withJuilliard Jazz’s International Summer Touring Program and its social media following. Intern will beimmersed in the inner workings of a world-class jazz program and will be working side by side withJuilliard faculty, students and staff. This is a unique opportunity to gain exciting exposure to theperforming arts and solidify fundamental office skills. Intern should be proficient in Microsoft Officeand familiar with social media networks. Intern should be a rising senior at MKA or currently enrolledin an undergraduate program. For more information about Juilliard Jazz, please visit the website:juilliard.edu/jazz and follow on Facebook (Juilliard Jazz) and Twitter (@JuilliardJazz)!60 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York www.juilliardedu.comValley Entertainment, Inc. Intern: Valley is offering an opportunity to be a member of an indierecord label where everyone helps out in every part of the business. Work with an industry veteran anda large catalog of award winning new age, ambient music and specialty music products. The intern willwork closely with the head of marketing to brainstorm and develop new ways to let consumers knowabout Valley’s music. You will also learn about music industry contracts, publishing and royalties byhelping to answer artist inquiries and helping organize sales data with the royalty department. This 2-4week unpaid internship will be based in Valley’s offices in New York City. Timing of the internshipis flexible.305 West 71 st Street, New York www.valley-entertainment.com


Knitting Factory Records, Inc. is offering an opportunity to be a member of a new and rapidlygrowing record label associated with the legendary Knitting Factory nightclubs. This internship willencompass all aspects of record label activities including; mailing of promotional materials, followingup on artist product requests, analyzing website activity and contractual record keeping. The internwill work closely with the Head of Marketing to use the Internet and other distribution channels tointroduce new music. This 1-2 week unpaid internship will be based in the Knitting Factory’s officesin Brooklyn. Timing of the internship is flexible.281 North 7 th Street #2, Brooklyn, New York www.knittingfactoryrecords.comVisual Arts<strong>Montclair</strong> International Film Festival Intern: Be a part of the inaugural <strong>Montclair</strong> Film Festival thisMay. You will have an opportunity get in on the ground floor of setting up and running a brand new artsfestival right here in <strong>Montclair</strong>. The Film Festival is offering a 3-week unpaid internship beginningApril 30, covering the film festival scheduled for May 2-6, 2012, and continuing 2 weeks past the filmfestival, through May 18. The internship will be for an MKA rising senior or college age student with avalid driver's license. Responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) working the VIP events,driving festival elite to and from screenings and other special events, computer input of new members,and hosting at individual film venues. The intern will have the opportunity to work with the FilmFestival Directors, Thom Powers and Raphaela Neihausen who are best known for starting up NewYork's documentary film festival DOCNYC as well as the IFC Center's documentary series Strangerthan Fiction (Powers is also a programmer at the Toronto International Film Festival). The hoursduring the festival will be heavy followed by two 30-40 hour weeks. 494 Bloomfield Avenue, <strong>Montclair</strong>, New Jersey www.montclairnjfilmfestival.orgThomas Direct Studios 3D Animation Intern: Guy and Nancy D’Andrea (MKA Parents) are offeringa 2- week internship. Work side by side with the sales team, medical illustrators, animators and graphicartists The experience will include working with the sales group, preparing projects, going on sales calls, assisting the studio staff, and getting a behind-the-scenes look at how 3D animations, posters, andmedical models are designed and sold in the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device market. This is aPAID internship by the hour.33 Plymouth Street, <strong>Montclair</strong> www.thomasdirectstudios.com“My internship at Thomas Direct Studios was awesome! I love biology and art, so it was theperfect fit, and everyone was really nice and helpful. I learned so much, it was definitely one ofthe highlights of my summer.” Nell Hyrshko, 2011 Intern, MKA ‘12Michael Yamashita, Inc Intern: Mike Yamashita, a <strong>Montclair</strong> <strong>Academy</strong> class of ‘67 Distinguished Alumnus and acclaimed photographer working for National Geographic Magazine over the last 30 years, will host an intern for the summer of 2012. He is looking for a motivated, conscientious individual for the studio. Duties will include, but may not be limited to, daily photographic workflow, archiving and tweaking images. To maximize the experience, the student should possess the following technical skills: General tech savvy, knowledge of Mac platform, knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, a casual knowledge of HTML and Camera RAW are a plus. Located in Morris County, NJ, this is a great opportunity for a high school senior or college student interested in photography. This is an unpaid internship, but offers a daily stipend for transportation and lunches. 33 Chester Place, Chester, NJ 07930 www.michaelyamashita.com


Interior DesignTracey Stephens Interior Design, Inc. Intern: Shadow Tracey Stephens, award-winning kitchen andbath designer, during a 2-week unpaid internship. Gain real world experience by observing the creationof floor plans & CAD drawings, learning about eco-friendly and green design materials and processes,visiting job sites of projects under construction, selecting materials at showrooms, sitting in on clientmeetings, and learning about the business aspects of running a design firm. Current projects include afirst floor redesign to accommodate a kitchen with island, walk-in pantry, eating area, powder room, andlaundry in Upper <strong>Montclair</strong> and renovating 2 bathrooms, kitchen and butler's pantry in <strong>Montclair</strong>.37 Harvard Street, <strong>Montclair</strong>, NJ 07042 www.traceystephens.comMad Lab LLC Design Intern: Two-week PAID summer internship with a multidisciplinary designfirm whose commissions include private, residential, retail, institutional and hospitality work. Work withdesign professionals, including Petia Morozov (MKA ’84) in the areas of architecture, interior design,product design and custom installations. 20 hrs/week.427 Bloomfield Ave, Suite 402 <strong>Montclair</strong> www.madlabllc.comPerforming ArtsMusical Theatre Conservatory Intern: The Musical Theatre Conservatory is offering an opportunityto work alongside theatre professionals during a 3-week training intensive for young performers. Thisprogram includes classes in vocal technique, song interpretation, theatre dance, acting, comedyimprovisation, TV commercials, voice-overs, and stage combat, as well as daily production rehearsals.The intern will assist the Artistic Directors in both the administrative and creative aspects of the programfrom day to day with possible teaching opportunities if appropriate. The intern will also assist withproduction logistics for performances at both an Equity theatre in NJ and a New York City cabaret venue.The ideal candidate is will have excellent organizational and communication skills and be Word & Excelproficient. Prior theatre experience is preferred, but not required. Rising Senior or College studentpreferred. June 25 – July 13 / M-F / 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. & Sat., July 14 / time TBD. Stipend provided615 S. Livingston Avenue, Livingston, NJ www.musicaltheatreconservatory.com ENGINEERING/CONSTRUCTIONCarson & Roberts Site Construction & Engineering, Inc.: Dan Carson, MKA class of ’83, is offeringan opportunity to learn the ins and outs of the world of contract construction at Carson & Roberts SiteConstruction in Lafayette, NJ. This 2-12 week PAID internship will be structured according to yourinterests. Spend the summer as assistant to the site supervisor, engineering assistant or work in the costaccounting department. This premier contracting firm serves both the private and public sector.171 Rte. 94, Lafayette, New Jersey www.carsonroberts.com


Newark Habitat for Humanity (NHfH): An eight to ten week “hands-on” unpaid internship for eitheran MKA rising senior or college bound student with their own transportation. The intern must be 18years of age or above. Intern would be heavily involved in day-to-day onsite residential construction –performing actual construction tasks including the potential use of power tools, coordinating andoverseeing construction volunteers. Intern may also be involved in pre-construction planning (includingmunicipal interfaces) and construction status planning along with project budgeting. Intern may alsobecome involved with contribution side of the not-for-profit business – both money and donatedgoods/services. Workweek is Tuesday-Saturday: 8a.m.-3:30 p.m. NHfH is flexible about time off forfamily vacations but otherwise the intern is expected to attend in a timely manner each workday.Van Buren St (Ironbound), Newark, NJwww.newarkhabitat.orgARCHITECTUREJohn Fotiadis Architect PLLC – International Design Studio JFA is offering a 2-week unpaidinternship to juniors, seniors and MKA alums currently in college interested in learning more aboutarchitecture – as an art and as a business. The intern will provide general assistance to various membersof the design studio and report directly to the principal and firm’s design partner. John Fotiadis, anMKA graduate, class of ’82 is the founder and principal of John Fotiadis Architect PLLC (JFA), a fullservice architecture firm based in New York City, offering architectural design, master planning, urbandesign, and interior design services. Projects presently in design include an 800,000 sf office building inKiev, an 110,000 sf residential building in Donetsk and a 20,000 sf International School in Donetsk. Thefirm is also presently designing the master plan of a 30-acre resort development in southern Turkey, aswell as designing the Trump Tower in Batumi, Republic of Georgia which will be the tallest building inGeorgia.360 West 31 st Street, 8 th Floor, NY NY 10001 www.fotiadis.netFASHIONBarbara Eclectic: Specialty boutique owner Holly Felber, MKA ’83, is offering a one-week unpaidinternship that will consist of accompanying Holly to various showrooms for market and buying visits.The intern will also go to contractors who make the garments and will learn all aspects of running asmall business. Offered to a current junior, senior or alum from the classes of 2009-2011.594 Valley Road, Upper <strong>Montclair</strong>, New Jersey


Design Factory: Howard Sheer designs, manufactures and sells women’s sportswear under the Ecru andLove & Happiness labels, as well as private brands for many national retailers. Located in New York’sgarment district, Design Factory’s clients include Barneys New York, Bloomingdales, Nordstrom andmore than 600 specialty stores in North America. The intern will be exposed to all facets of the businessincluding design meetings, production fittings and sales presentations to buyers. This unpaid internshipis offered for 2 weeks with an option for an additional 2 weeks, beginning either May 6th or June 3rd.214 West 39 th Street, Suite 1000 New York www.ecrustyle.com“Howard Sheer was a great mentor and helped me get to know the fashion industry better. Thiswas a hand-on internship, and the Design Factory gave me autonomy that I had not received fromother internships. I would recommend this internship if you are interested in learning about thefashion business.” Cara Placentra, 2010 Intern, MKA ’08, Boston College ‘12LAWWachtell, Lipton, Rosen and Katz Law Firm: This is an eight-week, PAID internship offered byLawrence Makow, Partner and MKA parent. Here is an incredible opportunity to learn all aboutworking at a law firm! Spend 8 weeks as part of a Summer Internship program at Wachtell, Lipton,Rosen and Katz law firm in the heart of midtown Manhattan. You will be placed in a department withinthe firm that is determined based on your specific interests. You will have exposure to many differentaspects of working in a law firm, including non-law areas such as IT, Human Resources, Accounting,Library Services, and Recruiting. Weekly “Lunch and Learn” sessions are held with all the interns inwhich a partner may come in to discuss law school and career paths in the legal field or paralegals maycome in to discuss their role in the firm. The HR department will conduct a seminar for interns to helpthem with resume building and developing interviewing skills. There are scheduled field trips, includinga trip to the Courthouse in Manhattan for a tour of a trial and/or arraignment, and a visit to the Top ofthe Rock! This is a paid internship, and the commitment of 8 weeks will give someone a once-in-alifetimeopportunity.51 West 52 nd Street, New York www.wlrk.comFragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP Intern: Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLPIntern: Fragomen, the world’s leading immigration law firm, is offering a four-week unpaid internshipto an MKA senior (for May Term or summer post graduation) or an alum from the classes of 2009-2011. The intern will have the opportunity to work closely with the firm's partners (including SusanHershkowitz, MKA parent), associates and paralegal staff in the New York office, on individual matters,case processing, projects and research. Immigration is not just a practice area within the firm - it is thefirm's only practice. Fragomen provides comprehensive immigration services for short- and long-terminternational assignments, permanent transfers and the local hire of foreign workers. With morethan 1,000 immigration professionals throughout over 38 strategically located offices across 15countries, the firm offers the highest caliber of immigration services available on a global, regional orcountry basis. The internship can be scheduled for a mutually convenient time during the months ofMay-August 20127 Hanover Square, NY NY www.fragomen.com


“There is never a dull moment in the office at Trevanna, with everyone working on multipleprojects at a time, though always in a highly organized manner. The office is full of wonderfullyenergetic, incredibly kind and competent people who invite you into their workplace with warmth.Trevanna Post deals with the "big guns" in the industry, managing the post production accountsfor movies such as “Black Swan,” “Salt,” and “When in Rome.” While working at Trevanna, Ihad the sole responsibility of organizing the SAG, DGA and WGA residual packages for one ofHBO's newest hit shows, “Treme”--quite a significant project that I was left to do on my ownaccord. My experience at Trevanna Post truly taught me the meanings of efficiency andorganization, while highlighting the ever eminent importance of deadlines. In all, I thoroughlyenjoyed my time there.”Paige Barrett, 2010 Intern, MKA '09, Princeton '13“I managed several projects during my internship at Thomson Reuters that allowed me to have ahand in many of the aspects of Wealth Management Online, such as research, program design,and even coding. Regardless of your background, the emphasis at Thomson Reuters is a strongwork ethic and a willing attitude to learn and apply that knowledge. My experience was enhancedby my positive and energetic coworkers who were always available and willing to help. To top offan enlightening internship, many of the employees offered to help me with my resume, to writeletters of recommendation, and help connect me with future employers.”Joe Mallock, 2011 Intern, MKA ’10, Williams College ‘14“Working at Neuberger Berman provided me with an incredible opportunity to explore thefinancial world. I was exposed to almost every department and spoke extensively with experts inthe various fields. I was able to sit in on meetings and hear CEO’s of Fortune 500 companiesaddress the firm. In just one week, I learned more than I would in an entire year from aclassroom setting. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone with a passion for business orfinance.”Lance Barnard, 2010 intern, MKA ’11, Southwestern Methodist University, ‘15


PAMKA’S 2012 SPRING GALA COMMITTEEWould like to thank the donor companies and hosts for their time and effort!Prepare for the Future Internship ChairLinda SterlingEndless Opportunities ChairKaren DurandoAdvisorsDebbie KozakTom Nammack - HeadmasterKaren Ross – PAMKA PresidentJudy Polonofsky

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