Professor Katherine Marshall Woods is seeking an intern for her Psychology & Media work. Please note that this internship is not available for Honors academic credit.
Description: As a professor with the Professional Psychology Department, I am
engaged in numerous community projects that have interest in the intersection
of psychology and media. In particular, the goal of the work is to 1. assist
individuals to possess a greater awareness of the import and influence media
has upon their thoughts, feelings and perspectives and 2. provide education
to the public regarding mental health. Projects that I currently lead include
the following:
1. Blog Contribution to various blog platforms (Medium, ThriveGlobal, etc.)
Blogs include a psychological analysis of current episodic media as well as
recent film releases
2. Host of the UDCtv television show entitled, “A Healthy Mind”
This television show provides interviews to experts within various fields to
share with the public how a myriad of aspects of one’s life influences
healthy living and lifestyles. Guests provide psychoeducation regarding
their particular topic which has made student participation in this arena
very rewarding.
Duties:
-Management of Excel Spreadsheets
-Literature Reviews for Blog Contributions and the development of
-Introductions for A Healthy Mind guests
-Transposition of a portion of A Healthy Mind episodes for blog contribution
-Corresponding with Expert Guests in preparation and wrap ups for A Healthy
Mind episodes
-Creative meetings re: guest line up, social media development and marketing
campaigns
Submit Cover Letter/Resume to: katm@gwu.edu
