In the ever-changing arena of communications, Edelman is looking for creative and intelligent PR practitioners to join Edelman New York as an intern this summer! Edelman New York’s summer intern program is a full-time, 10-week paid internship open to rising seniors and post-graduates. Designed to propel your career in public relations, integrated and digital marketing, Edelman offers internships in a variety of different areas.
Interns are selected to work in a specific area (Brand, Corporate Affairs, Client Service, Financial Communications, Health, Market Research, Public Affairs, Social Impact, Strategy and Planning, Social Strategy, and Technology) for the length of the program.
In addition to receiving direct mentoring within your capability area, interns participate in weekly training and workshops to expose them to other areas and enhance your communication skills. You will also work with other interns to complete a project throughout the internship to be presented to your colleagues.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
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Conducting and compiling research
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Participating in team brainstorming sessions
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Building and updating media lists
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Assisting with compilation of media coverage reports
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Drafting pitch letters and/or emailing pitch memos
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Drafting social media content
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Assisting with event planning
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Staffing and attending media events
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Reviewing and identifying media clips
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Monitoring client and client competition coverage
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Pitching the media under the direction of the supervisor
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Preparation of press kits for distribution
Qualifications:
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You have a passion for communications and PR
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You have strong organizational skills
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You love research and writing
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You have a history of strong leadership skills through work experience and/or extracurricular activities
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You are a demonstrated creative thinker
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You have solid knowledge of MS Office Suite and can communicate effectively and professionally
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You are familiar with the public relations, digital marketing, or communications discipline through past coursework, internships, or personal experiences
Additional Information:
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Interns are paid $17 an hour and will work a full 40-hour work week
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Interns must be available for the full-time, 10-week program running from June thru August 2020
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Edelman does not provide any form of housing or transportation reimbursement
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Interns who are rising Seniors must have completed their Junior year of college by June 1, 2020 to be considered
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Only individuals who are authorized to work in the United States will be considered
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Candidates must complete the online application, including pre-screen questionnaire in order for your application to be considered
The program is only open to rising seniors and post graduates. Applications are due no later than Friday, February 14th at 5pm EST. Only completed applications will be considered.
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