Public Relations Intern

Are you interested in learning about public relations while actually working on real client projects? If so, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Serve as a support staff member for the public relations team
• Assist in the research and writing of press releases, blog articles and social media content
• Provide and gather background research and support materials for client projects
• Write, distribute and pitch press releases and other client news to media
• Participate in meetings between agency and its clients
• Research and develop social media content for agency and its clients
• Maintain and update media lists
• Research and identify earned media opportunities for clients
• Monitor and reporting
• Assist with agency podcast, UpFront, by researching guests and content

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package and a great working environment.  If you think you have what it takes, please e-mail your cover letter, resume and salary requirements.  We are an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Be in good academic standing
• Commit to completing 120 hours (3 credits)
• Must work a minimum of 12 – 15 hours per week
• Open to rising juniors, seniors and graduate students
• Must be a communications major, interested public relations
• Have strong writing ability
• Understanding of Muck Rack and Sprout Social (not necessary, but a plus)

What else

• For credit only
• Remote work with occasional in-person for client and industry events
• Collaborate with senior leadership to maximize your learning experience
• Inspiring and progressive work environment

About us

Mason is a full-service marketing communications agency that serves a range of healthcare, retail and business-to-business clients, assisting them with public relations and communications that includes strategic planning, media relations, content development, social media marketing, events and more.