Content and Communications Intern

We are looking for a Content and Communications Intern who will be primarily responsible for creating & publishing content, brainstorming ideas, overseeing communications activities and putting together newsletters and other publications. S/he will also need to write press releases, monitor media coverage and attend both internal and external events.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation & execution of communications strategies.
• Offer administrative support to projects; answering calls, scheduling meetings, preparing presentations, gathering materials for conferences, and processing mail.
• Create and edit communications copy (e.g. press releases, publications, social media posts).
• Prepare content, manage and implement social media strategies.
• Track projects and media exposure as well as update databases and media lists.
• Pitch stories to local and national media networks and conduct interviews with sponsors, executives, business partners and other important figures.
• Help the team in researching, writing, and developing public relations and promotional materials including the creation and distribution programs.
• Perform administrative duties such as answering calls, preparing presentations, maintaining the calendar, scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements, etc
• Regularly collect data, prepare reports/presentations and evaluate the status of the company’s public image and make recommendations for expanding or improving the public image.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions within the team or the entire organization

Qualification and Skills:

• Knowledge of media relations and digital media strategies.
• Conversant with MS Office.
• Working knowledge of design software (e.g., Photoshop, InDesign) and content management
• Proven proficiency in using various social media platforms.
• Proven skills in marketing communications, web content management, social media marketing or public relations.
• Strong editing and researching skills.
• Outstanding communication (oral and written) skills.
• Strong organization skills and detail-oriented.
• Interpersonal Skills
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to Multitask
• Customer Service skills.

Please Note: This position is available for hybrid and freelance arrangements.