Public Relations Internship

Summary

The Edison Festival of Light is a nonprofit organization that seeks undergraduate and graduate students for an unpaid Public Relations Internship. The intern will assist in media relations, event staffing, and operations while gaining valuable experience in a nonprofit environment.

Responsibilities

• Daily brand monitoring via Google alerts and other tools
• Daily editing and reviewing communications documents (blogs, press releases, announcements, media calendar, etc.)
• Assistance with mailings, print production and press releases
• Search and organize press clippings
• Research, verify information and collect data for various materials
• Maintain and update media contact lists
• Effectively communicate with all levels of staff and external audiences
• Assist in the overall design and content of the award winning Commemorative Souvenir Program
• Create and upkeep press materials
• Maintain consistent compliance with Edison Festival of Light Volunteer and Intern policies

Skills

• Must currently be enrolled at an accredited college or university
• Applicants should be majors in one of the following: Public Relations, Communications, Mass Communications, Journalism, or Marketing
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Solid understanding of social media platforms
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated, flexible, learns quickly, and possesses a high level of personal integrity
• Detail-oriented with ability to meet deadlines, both prescribed and self-imposed
• Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, meet deadlines, and successfully manage numerous projects simultaneously
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Must currently be enrolled at an accredited college or university
• Applicants should be majors in one of the following: Public Relations, Communications, Mass Communications, Journalism, or Marketing
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Solid understanding of social media platforms
• Strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated, flexible, learns quickly, and possesses a high level of personal integrity
• Detail-oriented with ability to meet deadlines, both prescribed and self-imposed
• Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, meet deadlines, and successfully manage numerous projects simultaneously
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Benefits

• Engage with professional role models and potential mentors who can provide guidance, feedback, and support (learning outcomes)
• Expand network of professional relationships and contacts (learning outcomes)