Communications Intern

Overview:

Intern will assist PIO in her duties as a liaison between the school system, the news media, parents, students and the community at large, by keeping informed on the matters of interest. The intern will gain valuable real-world knowledge of the functions of school/government affairs and a better understanding of media and public relations in a school system setting.

Responsibilities:

Write, edit and distribute press releases to news media

Write, design, and produce school system publications

Research relevant school-related PR issues and best practices•social networking

Explore additional tools/methods to help maximize communication including

Assist in planning and implementing special events and projects

Assist Public Information Director as necessary in other tasksContact:

Heather Mayo, Public Information Officer

1717 West Fifth Street

Greenville, NC 27834

252-830-4219

hmayo@pitt.k12.nc.us