The Media Relations Intern is expected to work 5-7 hours per week during regular workplace hours (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Draft media materials (i.e., press releases, e-mail pitches)
- Actively reach out to and follow-up with members of the media
- Monitor HARO/ProfNet for media opportunities
- Coordinate media interviews
- Log all media placements
- Update the Newsroom portion of the Web site (no HTML knowledge required)
Location: Virtual
Expected Duration: 12 weeks; option to renew/extend
Compensation/Benefits: Free career coaching and products from Come Recommended and its sponsors; course credit (if desired); virtual environment (no commute or relocation!)
Required Qualifications:
- Dedicated to the mission of Come Recommended - connecting the best internship and entry-level job candidates with the best employers
- Must become a Come Recommended member prior to starting
- Junior or senior pursuing undergraduate degree in PR, journalism or a related field; also accepting applications from recent graduates
- Minimum of one prior related internship
- Able to work independently, but under supervision (virtually/from home)
- Access to the Internet
- Driven, self-motivated and enthusiastic
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Desired Qualifications:
- Entrepreneurial spirit
Interview Questions:
1. Why are you interested in a career in public/media relations?
2. Why do you want to intern with Come Recommended?
3. What is your greatest strength and why? Your greatest weakness?
4. What is one feature or service you suggest Come Recommended adds and why?
5. Please share anything else about yourself you want us to consider regarding your candidacy. (What makes you the best candidate?)
Application Instructions:
Please e-mail your cover letter, resume, two writing samples, and answers to the interview questions to Heather Huhman, founder & president of Come Recommended, at heather@comerecommended.com. Subject: Media Relations Intern.