Public Relations Student Society of America
(Liberty Chapter)

Chaloner Associates, a national executive search firm that specializing in communications, public relations and marketing, seeks an intern. Candidates who apply must be outgoing, friendly, alert, detail-oriented and organized. We are looking for someone who takes a genuine interest in our business, and is eager to learn and help a company in its continued success. Through this internship, you will have daily administrative responsibilities, which include but are not limited to: • Data entry that requires a precise attention to detail • Online research revolved around specific projects • Office management and supply ordering • Assisting the senior staff • Playing the role of “greeter” to candidates and visitors to our office • Possible other tasks include: answering phones, website maintenance and event planning Throughout the course of the internship, you will be exposed to: • Candidate interviews, both in person and by phone, and taught the art of interviewing, including some behavioral interviewing procedures • Industry news and how recruiting is affected by industry fluctuations • Public Relations agency structure and how one works

Get a jump start on your public relations career with an internship at Briggs & Rogers! Briggs & Rogers is a full-service marketing and public relations firm committed to result-oriented solutions that support local businesses’ objectives. Based in Fort Myers, Florida, the firm’s principals have been directing strategic marketing programs in Southwest Florida for more than two decades and offer extensive experience in media relations, communications, advertising, and Web marketing programs. What does this mean for you? An opportunity to gain real world experience assisting on accounts in a variety of areas including: • Writing and editing • Social media (Facebook, Twitter) • Media relations maintenance • Advertising development and placement • Event planning and execution • Web content development We’re looking for a sophomore or higher public relations student with excellent writing and editing skills who’s eager to learn, but also comfortable sharing new ideas. Our clients include healthcare systems, specialized physician practices, appliance maintenance providers, charity events, a golf club, private education and agriculture and engineering firms, so you can learn about a number of industries all under one roof. You can build your skills and spiff up your resume at the same time.

This year we seek 10-12 student interns for the winter/spring semester of 2010 (February-May) to work on the publicity efforts for our annual spring event: the Tribeca Film Festival, the international independent film forum held in Lower Manhattan (www.tribecafilmfestival.org). The internship is unpaid but college credit is encouraged, subject to school approval. Part- time schedules (2-3 days a week, Monday-Friday) can be arranged yet full work days are preferred. Hours are generally 9:00 AM-5:00 PM on weekdays with additional after-hours/weekend work required at formal events during the 10-day Festival. Duties include: research; tracking press breaks; compiling media clips; data entry; staffing on-site press office; and assisting with press screenings, award ceremonies and red carpet premieres.

Fingerprint Communications seeks Intern for immediate hire: Fingerprint Communications, a full service fashion and lifestyles firm specializing in Publicity, Events, Marketing, Branding and Talent Relations, seeks part-time intern to assist in their fast-paced New York City office. The ideal candidate must be detail oriented, independent, personable, and have a strong interest in the world of public relations. Duties include, but are not limited to, talent relations, compellation of contact sheets, organization/updating of press kits, assembling press clips, and mailings. This is a truly unique opportunity as Fingerprint Communications has several upcoming projects that candidates will be able to gain firsthand experience from through the preparation and execution of high-profile, celebrity driven events. Start date: Immediate.

Students will work in the Health and Safety Department creating, developing and coordinating programs with businesses and agencies in the area. They will have the opportunity to work independently and with other staff to implement marketing strategies appropriate for each program.

PSB New York has several internships available for students majoring in communications or journalism. Interns are given hands-on experience in all aspects of PR and are provided with a first-class opportunity to apply what they have learned in their classrooms to real-life public relations campaigns. Students will work closely with a designated team on several accounts. Among some of the projects that the students will be involved with include media database development and maintenance, client administrative support, organizing clips and tracking incoming trade publications, assisting in writing, editing and distributing news releases and pitch letters as well as making follow-up calls and scheduling client interviews with media

Elizabeth Christian & Associates Public Relations (ECPR) offers an extensive internship program. Internship opportunities are typically given to four students per semester. Most interns are college seniors majoring in public relations or related fields and all are included in challenging assignments and client work. ECPR internships are not paid, but do meet requirements for class credit. Interns typically work 10 - 15 hours per week in blocks of time (i.e. MWF 8:30 -1:30 or 12:30 - 5:30 OR TTH 8:30 - 1:30 or 12:30 - 5:30). It is important for the intern to commit to the internship for the entire semester. Paid parking is provided. Interns perform such tasks as: creating media lists, coordinating research projects, providing event assistance, tracking and clipping news coverage, writing and editing press materials, distributing news releases, assembling media kits and various administrative duties. Interns are assigned a staff mentor and permitted to shadow the president.

The Chicago office of Greentarget Global Group is currently accepting applications for their internship program. The program is designed specifically for students and recent graduates who have an interest in public relations and strategic marketing. Greentarget Global Group is a public relations, marketing communications, and consulting firm focused on financial, professional services, B2B, and corporate organizations. Interns will learn about branding, crisis/litigation communications, direct mail, E-marketing, media relations and publicity, opinion research, positioning, and targeted advertising. College students and graduates with strong writing, communication and multi-tasking skills are encouraged to apply. For more information please contact: Kristen Griffin at kgriffin@greentarget.net

The position will have specific project work in the areas of marketing and communications and will support the activities of the department. The intern will gain experience in communications/public relations work and will gain insight into how non-profits conduct traditional and non-traditional marketing. Responsibilities include: 1. Writing copies for marketing materials 2. Securing vendor bids for marketing projects 3. Conducting marketing-related research 4. Updating web site as necessary 5. Updating media list 6. Writing stories for the press 7. Organizing media clips 8. Other duties as assigned Internship Information • 300 hour requirement (10-15 hours per week) • $500 stipend for travel reimbursement allocated upon completion of internship.

Resolute Communications is seeking an Executive Trainee candidate with a passion for building a career in public relations to join our award-winning, global healthcare communications agency. The Executive Training Program (ETP) is an unpaid internship in the New York office. The program will provide the Executive Trainee with a one-of-a-kind opportunity to work side by side with senior communications executives, learn critical communications skills and work directly with top pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare companies in a casual, yet fast-paced environment. This program offers an invaluable career-development and learning experience with a rapidly growing, global communications agency. The ideal candidate is someone who desires independent thinking alongside a team setting and can confidently deliver a business mindset and leadership to an entrepreneurial environment. The Executive Trainee Program will provide professional training, mentoring and development opportunities to enable candidates to gain experience in all facets of public relations and business development. Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to: Media Relations o Media research and analysis o Outreach and story development o Writing and editing a variety of media materials Account Management and Client Service o Management of communications program logistics o Overseeing daily account and business administration o Analyzing market opportunity; Hands-on client interaction o Tracking industry and communications trends o Managing vendor relationships New Business Support o Assistance in new business research and presentations This is a highly competitive program that seeks one candidate for a part-time internship in the Fall or Spring (10-15 hours per week, but flexible based on class schedule). Trainees do not receive benefits during this time. Resolute does not provide living quarters, but can suggest resources to help Trainees find housing and roommat