Posts Tagged ‘needlework’

Just a quick update . . . the PiPN internship applications have been coming in, with more students having applied this year . . . by this time . . . than ever before.  But, this year, we have more positions than ever before . . . So if you haven’t registered yet, there’s still time.

I’m also happy to announce three new opportunities posted just a few days ago.  Y2Knit, an amazing yarn company located in both Funkstown MD and San Francisco CA is offering a great internship for someone looking to eventually have a full time job. (Who isn’t looking for a full time job!) This company is run by two sisters who have more talent than I can even begin to describe.  They’re looking for help with marketing, as well as design . . .

I’ve also just posted two positions with Misti Alpaca in, of all places, Peru!  They’re offering room and board (but you do have to get there yourself . . .)  These positions require skills in knitting and crochet, as well as a good grasp of Spanish.  The interns who were placed there a few years ago had an incredible experience.  I’m sure this year will be no different.

So, again, if you already haven’t registered . . . or if you have and one of these positions appeals to you, let us know.  We’re getting close to our match date (early April) so you have no time to waste.

If positions aren’t filled after that date, we will continue to accept applications, but you may not be able to get the placement of your choice.

For any of you out there looking for full time employment with a wonderful company.

Interweave Press is looking for an Assistant Editor – Yarn Group
Location:  Loveland, Colorado

Interweave is seeking a full-time Assistant Editor to provide key editorial and project management support for Interweave Knits and related special issues. This person will contribute to magazine content by writing and editing assigned pieces, researching, fact-checking, proofreading, and sourcing yarns for projects. Will also assist Editor in developing concepts for submission calls, and photoshoot planning and coordination. Must work collaboratively within and across teams to meet editorial and market group objectives.

Required skills:

* Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
* Knowledge of all stages of magazine development.
* Up-to-date content knowledge specific to market group – specifically, knowledge of yarns, yarn weights, and fiber characteristics, current knitting market trends and leaders in the industry.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
* Exceptional communication skills.
* BA in English- or subject-matter related field. Publishing experience desired.
* Proficiency MS Word, Outlook, InCopy, Access, and other software as needed.

Please include cover letter, resume and salary history.

You can apply directly online by going to: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA4/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=INTERWEAVE&cws=1&rid=168

PiPN is happy to announce our new, exciting opportunities for internships or apprenticeships for the coming year.

Host companies include retailers, wholesalers, designers, retailers and manufacturers of products for the needlearts and crafts industries.  Many of these companies are open to having someone either this fall yet, or during the winter months, as well as during the summer.

Download a pdf document with each company’s information and requirements by clicking on their names below.

Then, just fill out the intern/apprentice application on this site.

Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Anzula

Be Sweet, Inc

Barbara Bergsten Designs

Colonial Needle

Craft Akron

French Knot

Knots – Knitting on the Square

Lovelyarns

Stitchgrrl/Knitgrrl Studio

The National NeedleArts Association

The Stitcher’s Muse

The Yarn Shop

Summer is in full swing, and we have come to mid-way point of the PiPN 2010 internships.   Sherry and I have been very excited to hear from the participants about their experiences thus far and what they have been learning in their placements. 

This year’s turnout was fantastic, and it felt very rewarding to see the entire process through.  It was no easy task to get to this point.  There were ups and downs, but I can say I positively learned so much and feel great about what was accomplished. 

It took time to get information out there to students and graduates about the PiPN program and what it has to offer.  I’m continually impressed by the number of people who are so passionate about fiber and needlearts, and how many were so excited to learn this program was available.   This year the number of applicants quadrupled compared to years before and we were able to place twenty-one students (twice last year’s numbers) from around the country.  It has been wonderful to see the improvements in the program and also the success of changes from years past. 

A great benefit of the program is the Alumnae Group.  PiPN students who satisfactorily complete the program attain alumnae status.  This allows them to attend trade shows and stay in the loop with TNNA and the PiPN program for two years past their internships.

I’m looking forward to keeping the alumnae a tight nit group and to keep them active in TNNA and the PiPN program.  This summer, I personally was able to reconnect with a friend I met while participating in PiPN at The University of Akron.   It had been a year since I had seen her, so it was great to be able to catch up.  The PiPN Alumnae Group made it all possible.

The weekend during the trade show in Columbus was also a blast.  The PiPN group met at the convention center downtown Friday evening for the fashion show.  This was my third show, and I’ve enjoyed the fashion show each time.  There are always a couple great standout pieces.  The collection also featured a former PiPN Student Design Competition Winner as well as a former Project Runway winner!! 

The actual trade show Saturday and Sunday was outstanding.  I am always impressed by the time and energy the exhibitors put into their booths.  I enjoy walking around to each and seeing the great displays of merchandise and products.  The energy at the shows is always a pleasure to be around.  There is an excitement and buzz in the room, which I see each time.

I’m excited and looking forward to what is next for the PiPN program.  In the last couple years I’ve been a part of it, the program has continued to develop and grow.  Exciting opportunities are just around the corner.  I’m also looking forward to hearing back from our summer participants, and we will be posting their blogs on the website for everyone to enjoy.

Until next time,
Kristi Schwechheimer
PiPN Alumnae Coordinator