Posted by Holly Dotterer on September 23, 2009 at 12:30pm
Fast-paced, growing strategic communications firm is accepting applications for a fall intern to work on a variety of projects.Opportunities include writing press releases, pitching stories, coordinating mailings, clipping news stories, assembling briefing books and press packets, researching issues and handling event logistics. Responsibilities will grow with your abilities.Candidate must be able to work 9:00 - 5:00 M-F (plus additional hours when necessary). The internship will have an initial duration of 3 months, but could be extended or possibly turn into a permanent position with the firm.We are looking for someone with:* A major in public relations, journalism, communications, political science, English, or marketing* An interest in the public affairs/public relations field* Proven writing skills* Excellent interpersonal skills* Expertise in computer applications – Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Power Point, etc.*Experience with social media platforms – ideally blogs, Facebook, Twitter and Flickr*Experience with community outreach/public affairs campaigns*Fluent Spanish language skills are a plusExperience in public relations—such as pitching stories to reporters, planning events and writing press releases—is preferred and will merit higher compensation.Candidates must be able to work at least 35 hours a week, with the option of working up to 40+ hours per week. Salary begins at $11 per hour.Please demonstrate your writing skills by sending us a letter describing your interest in our firm. Include your resume with a writing sample and send to the following:Holly DottererCarolyn Grisko & Associates Inc.400 W. Erie, Suite 400Chicago, IL 60654Or you may e-mail: hdotterer@grisko.com
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