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| Internship Location: National Multiple Sclerosis Society, National Capital Chapter, 1800 M Street, N.W., Suite 750 South, Washington, D.C. 20036
Agency Mission: To end multiple sclerosis Reports to: Communications Staff Requirements: Spring semester. Full or part-time college student or graduate student. Minimum commitment of 8 weeks, 15-20 hours per week. Job Description: This internship is designed to assist the National MS Society in raising awareness and revenue in the spring of 2012 through communications and public relations work. The intern will assist in promoting programs and events through press releases, media advisories, social media and calendar listings. The intern will play an active role in writing articles and collecting information for the Chapter newsletter. The intern will also see through to completion several pitch stories for event participants, donors, or clients. Primary Responsibilities Assist in promoting the dates and details, for the Chapter’s Mass Market events, including Walk MS, Bike MS, Capital Challenge Walk MS, and MS Longest Day of Golf. Plan strategic uses for the Chapter’s social media outlets Monitor and research the current media environment Assist in writing and editing materials for the Ambassador’s Ball Draft a variety of Chapter communications, including press releases, newsletter articles, and pitch letters Assist in promoting the Chapter’s programs Assist in promoting individuals associated with the Society General fundraising, program, and intern responsibilities
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