Paid Public Relations & Marketing Internship

Summary

617MediaGroup, one of the fastest-growing progressive communications agencies in the U.S., is looking for a PAID PR/Marketing Intern to join our growing team. The intern will assist with developing media lists, drafting press materials, and supporting account teams in various initiatives, all while gaining valuable experience in the field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain media and influencer lists
• Gain a thorough understanding of clients and campaigns
• Draft media advisories and press releases
• Research awards and speaking opportunities and maintain tracking grid
• Assist account teams with social and digital media initiatives for clients
• Own competitive research, social media mentions and shares, and daily news scans for assigned clients
• Work closely with individual account teams, including sitting in on media briefings, drafting opportunity memos, participating in weekly calls, etc
• Identify and take the lead on proactive pitching opportunities for clients
• Prepare press or new business kits/mailings, clip books
• Administrative duties

Skills

• A fast and creative writer with an interest in the news and market trends
• You have basic knowledge of digital organizing, including text, email, and social media campaigning
• You're dogged and organized
• You have a problem-solver mindset with a can-do attitude
• You thrive in fast-paced environments
• You want to learn and grow with an exciting, mission-driven communications firms
• You're ready to hit the ground running
• All employees in this position are expected to retain a valid driver's license and a purchased or leased automobile for personal transportation to work events with a valid inspection sticker
• To be considered for an internship, applicants must be able to complete a minimum of 20 hours per week
• Occasional night and weekend availability is necessary
• You've had internships before, preferably with a focus on PR or Marketing
• You have an interest in and familiarity with professional photography

Qualifications

Must Haves

• A fast and creative writer with an interest in the news and market trends
• You have basic knowledge of digital organizing, including text, email, and social media campaigning
• You're dogged and organized
• You have a problem-solver mindset with a can-do attitude
• You thrive in fast-paced environments
• You want to learn and grow with an exciting, mission-driven communications firms
• You're ready to hit the ground running
• All employees in this position are expected to retain a valid driver's license and a purchased or leased automobile for personal transportation to work events with a valid inspection sticker
• To be considered for an internship, applicants must be able to complete a minimum of 20 hours per week
• Occasional night and weekend availability is necessary

Nice to Haves

• You've had internships before, preferably with a focus on PR or Marketing
• You have an interest in and familiarity with professional photography