Public Relations Intern

Description:

We’re passionate about expanding the boundaries of what we offer our clients by bringing diverse perspectives to the table. Are you creative and daring? Do you have digital savvy? Do you love to collaborate and bring big ideas to life? Are you ready to launch your career with Weber Shandwick?

From creative brainstorming to day-to-day execution, Weber Shandwick’s Interns form the foundation of a talented team that generates groundbreaking, award-winning programs. During the program, you’ll work on campaigns for iconic brands and companies you likely encounter every single day.

What you'll do all day:
 

• Create: Craft written communications including media materials and compelling social content
• Research: Analyze brands using various resources
• Engage: Share big ideas in brainstorms and with teams
• Plan: Assist in event coordination and logistics
• Hustle: Pitch stories to media, develop media lists, track placements, etc.
• Monitor: Track brands in traditional and social media
   

What we're looking for from you:
 

• Thinking: Do it out of the box. Actually, it’s best if you’re wholly unfamiliar with the concept of boxes
• Digital: Know all the old school and the latest social media platforms, what brands are doing on them and what they should do next
• Communication: Speak, write and edit succinctly and compellingly
• Management: Meet deadlines, put out fires and multi-task. Work fast, and work well
• Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering clear and precise work is a must
• Technical: Know Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. Familiarity with platforms like Hootsuite, TweetDeck, Cision, Adobe Creative Suite, a plus
• Dynamic: Ability to work in a fast-paced agency environment
• Spark: Understand what sets you apart