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Do you have a sales and/or marketing background and need a part time job for this fall? Check out the following job description. I was approached about posting this on the site and I agreed as I think it is important to present you with as many opportunities as I can!

Sales and Marketing Intern: 2010-2011 School year (part-time)

Overview: You-T is an innovative venture that delivers effective solutions to women’s health problems. Founded in 2008 by Harvard Business School alumni Alex Herzlinger and Dr. Tina Wu, MD, You-T’s flagship product is an all-natural, low-calorie beverage powder that promotes urinary tract health. You-T is a young company but is undergoing rapid growth. We are seeking a Part Time Sales and Marketing Intern to execute our college launch campaign.

Responsibilities: The Sales and Marketing Intern will work closely with the co-founders and VP of Marketing to execute our college launch campaign. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Leading information, brainstorming and product sales sessions • Leading sampling campaigns at major events • Recruiting and mentoring brand ambassadors

Qualifications: The candidate must be results-driven and possess passion for healthcare, wellness, and consumer product marketing. The candidate must have a proven track record of initiative, flexibility, and leadership skills to succeed in an entrepreneurial venture. The candidate must have Microsoft Office skills (including Word and Powerpoint), and feel comfortable developing and pitching marketing presentations to large audiences. The candidate must possess the interpersonal skills and work ethic to engage and maintain You-T customers. The ideal candidate will have experience in online marketing, and familiar with web-based content management systems.

Requirements: will be 5-20 hours per week depending on major events. This Internship will be compensated. Compensation will be based on experience and potential. Start date on or about September 1, 2010.

To apply: submit 1 pg resume and 1 pg cover letter to Alex Herzlinger alex@drinkyoutea.com.

Wage Payroll Positions – You can apply for these jobs as long as you are a student. You don’t need to have Federal Work-Study funding.

I know that hunting for a student job isn’t exactly the same as hunting for a “real” job, but if you’re a junior or senior about to enter the workforce, then check out the One Page Job Hunting Guide (pdf) . The source of this guide is Chris Russell of Secrets of the Job Hunt. Check that out too if you get a chance!

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