Ever wonder how top-tier creative companies like Google, Facebook and Twitter fair so well? Especially when we hear so much about their radical company hours and employee perks? Well, it's simple, sort of. The people at the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts (RSA) break it down for us in this amazing video, where member and language expert, Steve Pinker, reveals how the mind deciphers work and incentives into the language of motivation. What will surprise most of you is how, contrary to popular belief, motivation is not always monetary-based. It is in fact, passion, autonomy and purpose that seem to guide and inspire true innovation. Watch how it works!

Trends research and innovation giant, PSFK, is seeking some new interns for 2011. The often República Update-referenced company is seeking new talent in the areas of editorial, consulting, and design. Good luck!

Usablenet Inc. (www.usablenet.com) is looking for a testing Intern to work with the in-house QA team for Mobile websites. The right candidates will receive training and experience in the growth market of Mobile along with an hourly rate that reflects the intern position. The position will be approximately 20 hours per week. The time slot can be flexible.

This position is ideally suited for a student pursuing a bachelors/masters degree in a computer science related field.

Reporting Relationship:
• Conduct end user testing on mobile web sites as part of the Project team
• Track issues reported to developers and re-test
• Work with project managers to co-ordinate new site designs and tests

Primary Responsibilities:
• Work in a team environment to create Mobile device QA test process and help review and implement test plans.
• Demonstrate a general knowledge of mobile web development and mobile device use
• Identify, report, and document site bugs and other functionality that is inconsistent with stated requirements and design specifications. Must have good written and verbal skills and be able to review and assist with documentation.
• Assist with projects as requested

Technical Skills and Education:
• Pursuing a degree in Web Design, or related field.
• High level of energy, drive, enthusiasm, initiative, and commitment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Professional, with good organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Compensation: $12 / Hour
* This is a part-time job.

* This is an internship job

For more info, contact Estela Rizzuto:
Main: 212-965-5388 | E: estela.rizzuto@usablenet.com

For the writer in you...here are some entertainment industry diversity and fellowship program opportunities that recently came through our in-box. Take advantage and spread the wealth!
Cosby Writing Fellowship | www.cosbyprogram.com

Established by Drs. Bill and Camille Cosby in 1993, at the USC School of Cinematic Arts. The fifteen-week intensive workshop was designed with a two-fold purpose: To assist writers in the completion of a film or television script and to deepen the participant’s appreciation for and comprehension of African American history and culture.

Disney Writing Fellowship | www.abctalentdevelopment.com

Begun in 1990 in partnership with the Writers Guild of America, west, this has become one of the industry's best known and most respected writing fellowships. Fellows receive a weekly salary for a one-year period (currently amounting to $50,000/year plus benefits). The program is an intensive, hands-on experience that involves workshops, seminars and mentorships with creative executives from ABC, ABC Television Studio, Disney Channel, ABC Family, Lifetime and Buena Vista Motion Pictures Group.

Fox Diversity Program | www.fox.com

The Fox Entertainment Group again invite submission of original television pilot scripts in the multi-camera comedy, single-camera comedy, animated and drama formats. Writers selected this year will be invited to attend a six week session at Writer's Boot Camp with subsequent consultations with WBC mentors during which their scripts will be rewritten and improved. The goal is to achieve scripts at a level of professional execution that may be submitted to Fox programming executives.

CBS Television Program | www.cbscorporation.com

This program links aspiring writers with mentors from the ranks of CBS Network and CBS Paramount Studio executives. Also, writers are mentored by producer mentors from series airing on CBS. Additionally, there are weekly sessions with successful writers, producers and show runners examining in very specific and practical terms many aspects of the experience of being a television writer in Hollywood.

The Nickelodeon Writers' Program | www.nickwriting.com

Developed to broaden Nickelodeon's outreach efforts, the Nickelodeon Writing Fellowship is designed to attract, develop and staff writers with diverse backgrounds and experiences on Nickelodeon Network productions. Operating in a three-phased structure, the Fellowship provides a salaried position for up to one year and offers hands-on experience writing spec scripts and pitching story ideas in both live action and animation television.

Warner Brothers Comedy and Drama Writing Program | www2.warnerbros.com

For over 30 years, Warner Bros. TV has committed to fostering new talent and providing opportunity for aspiring television writers. The Writers Workshop is the premier writing program for new writers looking to start and further their writing career. The Workshop teaches every aspect of spec script writing and features exposure to Warner Bros. TV's top television writers and executives, all with the goal of staffing graduates on a Warner Bros. TV show.

NBC Diversity Initiative for Writers | www.nbcunicareers.com

NBC is proud of the existing diversity of the writers who pen its Primetime Series. In order to further encourage diversity among our writers, NBC provides funding for a minority staff writer position for all scripted NBC Primetime Series. These positions are filled with writers selected and hired by the show runner/producers of each show, with the guidance of the network and studio(s). Scripts are accepted year-round for screening, however, positions are generally filled during the March - June staffing season.

 The Writers Guild of America | www.wga.org

The WGAW's Diversity department works with producers, studio and network executives, and writers to increase employment opportunities and to develop access/talent development programs and also hosts events, panels, and seminars to promote a more positive image of historically underemployed writers, to increase the industry's awareness of the unique obstacles often faced by these writers, and to encourage positive change in hiring practices.

By Juleyka Lantigua

This summer, there’s good news for many Black and Latino youth around the country. The federal government has designated $1.2 billion of the $787 billion stimulus package for the creation and support of summer jobs for disadvantaged youth.

Nationally, unemployment for 16-to-19-year-olds is nearly 23 percent, more than double the 9.2 percent overall unemployment rate. But Black and Latino youth suffer disproportionately higher unemployment rates. As of May 2009, Latinos aged 16-19 faced a 31 percent unemployment rate. Black teens have to contend with an unemployment rate of 34 percent, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics latest report.

Though program requirements for federally funded summer jobs will vary from state to state, participants will largely come from low-income families, underserved areas and from groups who face greater challenges in accessing jobs, like the disabled, high school dropouts and those who have no previous work experience or training.

This seasonal focus on hard-hit populations will have a lasting impact on Latinos and Blacks, who tend to outpace the general population in undesirable categories like dropout rates, youth crime and poverty. Reaching out to young people who may already have one or two strikes working against them will have immediate economic and social impacts across communities in need. Providing job training, professional skills and mentorship for at-risk youth can create viable options for meaningful work, motivate them to continue their education, and help them feel valued and productive.

In New York City, which has large Black and Latino populations, the unemployment rate among 16-to-19-year-olds doubled in the past year to 22 percent, according to state estimates. This summer, $18.5 million in stimulus funds will help add 13,378 jobs, for a total of 51,000, which is 8,000 more than existed last year. Demand is so high that weeks before the May 15 deadline, the program had already received 81,000 applications, according to the Department of Youth and Community Development. Participants will earn $7.25 an hour, and also receive training in financial literacy and job skills.

Economically, teens are avid consumers, so much of their earnings will be funneled right back into the economy as they use their earnings to buy music, go to the movies, buy used cars, new clothes, and the status-defining electronics of the moment.

Stimulus dollars were distributed to all states, from about $3 million for Wyoming and South Dakota and other low-population states to $186 million for California, which is among the most populated states. The combined effect will be much greater than the billion-dollar expenditure may signify, as countless teens will have transformative experiences that can take them down entirely different paths, leading to college or trade school or full-time employment after summer ends.

The White House estimates that stimulus money will create 125,000 jobs for low-income youths this summer. The positive effect of all those teens hard at work will ripple out to their families, schools, communities and the whole country, positively impacting millions. That’s the type of stimulus we need to make permanent.

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Juleyka Lantigua is a writer whose work has appeared in books, magazines and newspapers around the world.

Starting in June, CODE magazine, based in the Netherlands, will be going international. CODE, is a fashion magazine that specializes in documentary photography. Currently, distribution covers Benelux, Paris and Japan and starting in June New York City. CODE is looking for an amazing free-lance American editor. Someone who loves pop culture. But also understands and loves style, journalism and perfect edits.
For more info on CODE visit: www.codemagazin.eu or www.code-mag.nl.
For more info on the job, e-mail: peter@codemagazine.eu

DO APPLY:
• if you have an interest in what they do. You'll be able to work in all facets of our business: Retail (Reed Space), Design, Consulting, Apparel Design, Sales, Distribution, Publishing, New Media, etc.
• if you are ready to bust your ass like this little guy shown here.
• if you know how to keep a schedule.
• if you want the opportunity of a lifetime to gain real life hands on experience.
• if you want your lunches paid for (and maybe travel).

DO NOT APPLY:
• if you live far away from downtown NYC.
• if you only need a seasonal short term internship. We need people who can commit. Most current Staple employees started as interns.
• if you just want to sit in a chair and design all day.
• if you need money.
• if you just wanna be "down".
• if you have bad breath or uncontrollable body odor.

Remember, In internships as in life: You get out as much as you put in.

Send a cover letter, resumes and/or samples of work to: theslave_at_stapledesign_dot_com.

The City Of New York and the New York City Transit Authority are looking to hire train operators.

WHAT THE JOB INVOLVES: Train Operators, under supervision, have direct responsibility for the safe, timely and proper operation of New York City Transit Authority multi-unit subway cars, subway service cars and trains in accordance with the rules, regulations and special instructions governing such operation. They operate trains in revenue and non-revenue road service, and in yard or terminal service; prepare trains for road service and switch cars in yards; in revenue road service, convey passengers over assigned routes; may open and close doors in stations and terminals; may make announcements; in non-revenue road service, operate work trains and revenue collection trains; in yards and terminal service, switch cars, prepare trains for road service and operate trains between yards and terminals; convey trains into barns and shops for inspection and repair, and through car washes for cleaning; wear a prescribed uniform; and perform related work.

THE SALARY: The current minimum salary is $26.9900 per hour. This rate is subject to change. In addition, you receive night and weekend differentials, paid holidays, vacations and sick leave, a comprehensive health plan and a pension plan.

APPLICATION FEE:
$60.00 Payable by mail by money order to DCAS (EXAMS) or payable online by credit card, bank card or debit card.

THE TEST DATE:
The multiple-choice test is expected to be held on Saturday, June 6, 2009.

For more info click on this link to download the full application instructions.

By Juleyka Lantigua
Happy Women’s History Month. We’re making it as we live and breathe.

Starting with First Lady Michelle Obama, prominent intelligent, educated and powerful black and brown women will inspire, validate, reassure and motivate young women who have lacked viable role models in key areas like politics, corporate America and social leadership.

As simple as it may seem, the example of a woman of color serving as a Senator, in a cabinet position or on a board of directors has an immediate mirror effect.

Countless little girls can easily see themselves in women like Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, Avon CEO Andrea Jung, PepsiCo Chairwoman Indra K. Nooyi or U.N. Ambassador Susan Rice. The usual “when I grow up I want to” can now be filled in with “serve on the President’s Cabinet,” “lead a Fortune 500 company,” “work in international relations.”

Growing up in the South Bronx in the 1980’s I rarely saw important Latina and black politicians or public servants to inspire me to follow in their footsteps. My aspirations were set by watching successful men, and dreaming of one day being “a female something.” I thought that succeeding as a woman would make me an exception in male professions, almost regardless of the field. I thought about being a female lawyer, a female pilot, a female writer, a female university president, even a female Supreme Court judge.

That’s no longer the case.

Today, little girls everywhere will not need to think it’s exceptional that they can be corporate leaders, members of Congress, secretary of something, or hold a high post in the White House. Seeing women like EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson, Cecilia Muñoz, who heads the White House office of Intergovernmental Affairs, and White House Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett opens up layers and layers of possibility.

On the corporate side, women of color represent 13.4 percent of the U.S. workforce, with more than five million holding managerial and professional positions. But in the Fortune 500 companies we only account for 1.7 percent of corporate officers and top earners (the five highest-paid employees in a company), according to Catalyst, a research firm.

Leaders like Xerox President Ursula Burns and former MTV President Christina Norman ignite curious young minds to explore the possibility of one day assuming those posts. They also give mothers and fathers role models to point to when their daughter comes home eager to reach for the stars.

So, during this women’s history month, please share these examples — or some of your own — with the young girls in your life.

Juleyka Lantigua is a writer whose work has appeared in books, magazines and newspapers around the country.

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ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER (NYC)
Flavorpill is seeking an experienced online salesperson to sell advertising space across our network of email magazines and websites. The ideal candidate thrives in the fast-paced environment and enjoys the agility and responsibility of being a part of a small, expanding team.

Responsibilities:
• Generate revenue by identifying prospects, developing strategic plans, preparing presentations, negotiating rates and schedules, and communicating results to management.
• Maintain and expand the advertising client base in a variety of categories such as: automotive, beauty, fashion, home furnishings, jewelry/watches, wine and spirits, travel, and luxury goods.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key advertising decision makers.
• Reach or exceed quarterly sales quotas.
• Represent Flavorpill at industry events to promote business, where appropriate.
• Complete forms and process paperwork for assigned accounts.

Requirements:
• 1-3 years of online media sales or online planning / buying experience.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
This position is full-time and work is located in our Soho office. Some travel (approximately 25%) is expected. Salary commensurate with experience. Email your resume to hiring [at] flavorpill.com.

LOCAL SALES MANAGER (LOS ANGELES, SAN FRANCISCO AND CHICAGO)
Flavorpill is seeking an experienced sales person to sell a new online product that focuses on local cultural institutions and venues. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys the agility and responsibility of working independently while being part of a small, remote team.

Responsibilities:
• Secure deals with 30-40 key local cultural institutions and venues and sign them to six month contracts for our new product.
• Complete forms and process paperwork for assigned accounts.

Requirements:
• 1-3 years of media sales.
• Excellent interpersonal communication.
• Knowledge and passion for local culture and the targeted institutions.
This position is part-time and the work is done from home and on location at the clients' locations. This is primarily a commission position with a potential salary commensurate with experience. Email your resume to hiring [at] flavorpill.com

INTERNSHIPS
Flavorpill also has several internship openings. They are seeking to fill the following positions: Intern, Technology, Music Intern, Editorial and Intern, Editorial.

For more information please visit: www.flavorpill.com