Since its founding over 13 years ago, LetsTalk, Inc. has emerged as a high growth, profitable leader in the wireless e-retailer category. LetsTalk is uniquely committed to providing the best customer experience in the industry and developing the leading online destination for consumers in the category. Our vision is supported by blue-chip venture partners who are committed to the future growth and success of LetsTalk.
We are currently looking to expand our team with creative marketers who are committed to driving growth and further strengthening and developingthe LetsTalk brand.
LetsTalk.com offers a comprehensive rate and benefits package, including 401K and employee discounts on cell phones and accessories. Please respond with a resume and cover letter, including rate requirements.
Email (attachments are welcomed): jobs@letstalk.com
Social Media Intern
San Francisco, CA
If you’re a whiz at social media and love interacting with others on Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, YouTube, forums, and blogs, this is a great opportunity to gain cutting-edge professional Web 2.0 experience..
The Social Media Intern position will provide a current or graduating student with valuable on-the-job skills, as well as materials they can show as “published.” LetsTalk.com will work with the University or college of the intern to provide the necessary paperwork for college credit..
We are looking for a dynamic self-starter with a passion for marketing, public relations and new media. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience and multi-tasking capabilities from academic and extra-curricular activities (clubs, associations, teams, etc.)
- Tweeting, facebooking, blogging, video blogging, googling, engaging our audience, ect.
- Support LetsTalk’s presence across social networks (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc)
- Assist with our social media strategy and execution
- Craft and publish written blog posts, as well as short videos
- Post photo or video updates using your mobile phone
- Evaluate the impact of our online social media strategy
- Follow Google Alerts of LetsTalk.com and help track “ social media ROI” (return on influence)
- Update our weekly Facebook applications
- Profile mobile phone companies, products, and other mobile blogs
Required Skills and Experience:
- You are a Junior or Senior majoring in communications, media, journalism, marketing, PR, or a related field.
- You love the internet and love engaging and interacting with people in social networks (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc.).
- You are a good writer.
- You are interested in mobile products and technology.
- You are intellectually curious and creative.
- You are able to meet deadlines.
- You have a blog and are up to speed on how to social networks to promote your blog.
- You have a positive attitude and are enthusiastic.
- Knowledge of HTML a plus.
- Knowledge of 3rd party Facebook applications (e.g.Wildfire) a plus.
- You know how to edit videos.
- Position is for a paid internship, based in LetsTalk’s San Francisco office.
- Editorial, design, and video production support and guidance available.
Please contact us via email at socialmediajobs@letstalk.com. Please send us your resume (with links to your social media channels) and a cover letter demonstrating why you are interested in this opportunity and what you hope to gain from it. Thanks!!
Founded in July, 1999, LetsTalk.com is a privately held company headquartered in San Francisco, California that provides an extensive selection of wireless products and services, as well as user-friendly comparison features to help people choose the cell phone, calling plan, and mobile accessories that best suit their needs - all at a great price.
Information Systems and Technology Internship
Dallas - Fort Worth Area, TX
Information Systems and Technology Internship for students in the Dallas/ Fort Worth Area
Online mobile phone reseller with Headquarters in San Francisco and Offices in North Richland Hills is offering one paid IT (Information Systems and Technology) internship program with the opportunity to learn and apply industry standard best practices. We are looking for students that are currently studying in the following disciplines: Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering and Mathematics. There will be consideration for individuals with majors outside the above listed disciplines as long as there is a clear demonstration of experience and practical application of technologies.
Internship Highlights:
• Internship position is a paid position
• Position is located in North Richland Hills
• Intern works closely with IT professionals learning industry best practices, performing systems administration and supporting the user community
• An opportunity to gain real world experience including building professional skills, problem solving and relationship building
The incumbent’s work hours will be will vary depending on class schedule anywhere from a minimum of 10 hours per to a maximum of 40 hours per week. The initial training to succeed in the internship will require a commitment of 40 hours per week for the first four weeks. Desirable qualities for candidates include those who believe in team efforts and collaboration, strong analytical and problem solving abilities, excellent communication skills, individuals who believe in delivering the highest level of customer service and those who take pride and ownership in the work they perform.
To apply for this position, submit a Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat format resume listing work you have performed whether on a volunteer basis, paid part-time or paid full-time basis. The internship will cover various facets of IT including end user support, helpdesk, systems, networks, telephony, data centers, data security, establishing scalable processes, PCI and more.
Requirements:
• 1 year of UNIX/Linux experience
• 1 year of Windows 2003/2008 Server experience
• Thorough understanding of networking, TCP/IP protocol, firewalls and security
• Experience with Apache, Bind, MySQL, Nessus, OpenLDAP, php, Samba, snort, ssh and VMWare ESX
• Live within 30 minutes of North Richland Hills
• Schedule permits the commitment of at least 10 hours per week towards internship
Information Systems and Technology Internship
San Francisco, CA
Mobile phone retailer in San Francisco is offering one paid IT (Information Technology) internship position with the opportunity to learn and apply industry standard best practices. We are looking for students that are currently studying in the following disciplines: Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science and Mathematics. There will be consideration for individuals with majors outside the above listed disciplines as long as there is a clear demonstration of experience and practical application of technologies. Please note that this internship is a year long program. We are NOT currently seeking candidates that can only commit to the fall quarter/semester.
Internship Highlights:
• Internship position is a paid position
• Position is located in downtown San Francisco
• Intern works closely with IT professionals learning industry best practices, performing systems administration and supporting the user community
• An opportunity to gain real world experience including building professional skills, problem solving and relationship building
The incumbent’s work hours will vary depending on class schedule ranging from a minimum of 20 hours per to a maximum of 40 hours per week. The initial training to succeed in the internship will require a commitment of 40 hours per week for the first four weeks.
Desirable qualities for candidates include those who believe in team efforts and collaboration, strong analytical and problem solving abilities, excellent communication skills, individuals who believe in delivering the highest level of customer service and those who take pride and ownership in the work they perform.
To apply for this position, submit a Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat format resume listing work you have performed whether on a volunteer basis, paid part-time or paid full-time basis. The internship will cover various facets of IT including end user support, helpdesk, systems, networks, telephony, data center, data security and more. Answer the following mandatory questions (submissions without a response will be REJECTED):
1) Describe how you will be able to maintain both your academic success and success within the internship?
2) How does your current major have relevance to this position?
3) How much time will you be able to realistically commit to this internship?
4) When do you anticipate graduating?
5) Articulate why you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position?
Requirements:
• 1 year of UNIX/Linux experience
• 1 year of Windows XP/Vista/7
• Live within 30 minutes of downtown San Francisco
• Schedule permits the commitment of at least 20 hours per week towards internship
Quality Assurance Engineer
San Francisco, CA
Quality Assurance Engineer
LetsTalk.com, a profitable San Francisco-based e-commerce company, develops leading-edge, high-volume wireless e-commerce web sites for wireless procurement.
As Quality Assurance Engineer, you are a key player on the Development team. You will apply your broad knowledge of web technology, databases, and testing methodologies to expedite the fast delivery of reliable and robust functionality to our customers. Your efforts will ensure the seamless integration of new features into the existing system. We are looking for a motivated, hands-on individual who will proactively seek ways to improve the QA methodology and the development process.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Design, schedule, and execute test plans
- Write comprehensive bug reports
- Work with Engineering and Project Management to prioritize bugs and assist in the timely resolution of defects
- Ensure proper functionality of code through configuration management and release cycle
Qualifications/Requirements
- 1-3 years experience in a web or software development environment with at least 3 months QA experience
- Excellent writing and speaking skills and ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Familiarity with SQL databases and SQL queries
- Ability to comprehend complex processes and procedures
- Strong attention to detail
- Experience with e-commerce systems, HTML, PHP, Java script, and other Web programming languages a plus.
- BA/BS Computer Science or related degree is a plus.
LetsTalk.com offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package, including 401K and pre-IPO stock options, and generous employee discounts on cell phones and accessories. Our fun and casual office is located downtown near convenient public transportation.
