Public Relations Interns Text 100 – Rochester, NY

Public Relations Interns

The Text 100 Public Relations Intern program is designed for individuals considering a career in public relations. Interns are provided a real-life professional experience in which they can learn about public and media relations and gain hands-on knowledge of the basic PR skills and tools. Interns typically perform at the level of an account coordinator, an entry-level position. We are currently seeking qualified candidates throughout our North America offices.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
• Draft press materials, including news releases, media alerts, and pitch letters (draft at least one release)
• Create and maintain media lists
• Drive Local PR efforts for Text 100 Public Relations
• Read assigned newspapers and trade publications for news relevant to current or potential clients
• Clip reports
• Status reports
• Weekly meeting with manager
• Assist with new business efforts, such as research
• Participate in weekly staff meetings
Qualifications:
• Interest in public relations
• Interest in technology
• Available for a full-time, three to six-month commitment
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, Internet Explorer and PowerPoint)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team coordinating multiple tasks
Language Requirements: Fluent written and spoken English
Length of Internship: Temporary full-time, (3-6 months)
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The people who succeed at Text100 are self-motivated, ambitious, and eager to think outside the box. Your passion for continual learning, genuine communications, and great sense of humor will get you far.
Text100 is a global communications agency with over 500 talented consultants supporting over 150 of the world’s most important brands. You will find Text100 offices across 17 countries as well as licensed partnerships supporting our clients in many more countries worldwide. Text100 is the largest and most established brand within the Next Fifteen Communications Group (London Stock Exchange: NFC). Through our work, we dare to change the world we live in. Come join us.
To apply, please click on the button below to send your resume to najobs@text100.com.
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