Public Relations Intern for Gulf Coast Magazine

Description:

Company, a regional magazine handling busy clients, is looking for an intern interested in learning all aspects of the public relations field. The intern who fills this position should expect to learn the field from top to bottom. This opportunity will give you an edge when you graduate as you wil be learning the inside workings of the media industry - the group you will be catering to in the future for your own clients. It's essential that applicants to this position have excellent communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details. You will be working with our Social Media department to help promote both our company and our clients.

Responsibilities:

- Monitor all forms of media
- Schedule and coordinate speaking engagements, appearances, photo shoots, and other special events
- Write press releases and other materials
- Assist with mailings, print production
- Compile contact lists
- Search for press clippings
- Create or update databases
- Work with clients long distance

Requirements:

You must be a self-starter who has hopes of owning their own company. Students applying for this internship must have strong communication skills and should be majoring in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or Journalism. Applicants should also have strong writing skills, as well as a solid understanding of social media. You will be working through email, and via phone.