Public Relations Intern American Red Cross 5,581 reviews - Nashville, TN 37203 Internship The Public Relations Intern, Biomed Communications is an Unpaid Internship where candidates must be enrolled in a degree program at the time of the internship. The opportunity is based in Nashville, TN. This position will involve some day time travel for meetings, events, and other American Red Cross functions. If youre a mission-focused undergraduate or graduate college student seeking a meaningful internship experience, then we invite you to apply to our program?a rare opportunity to explore and enrich your future career prospects while serving others. Red Cross interns are involved in projects critical to the day-to-day work of our non-profit organization, gaining an insiders perspective on the Red Cross humanitarian mission as well as service delivery at the local and national levels. Basic Qualifications: * Undergraduate junior, senior, or graduate student studying communications, public relations, advertising, or journalism * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) * Proficient in AP Style * Familiar with social media marketing (Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, etc) * Excellent oral and written communication skills Responsibilities: * Writing and editing news releases, pitch letters, social media posts, and other copy as needed * Interviewing and photographing blood donors/blood donor recipients * Assisting with daily management of daily social media accounts; including engaging, sharable content * Updating media lists and tracking news clips * Collaborating on campaigns, projects, and stories * Researching industry trends Candidates will be considered for the Fall 2018 semester Internship (Sept. 3 Dec. 14) * 15-29 hours/week In addition to a resume, candidates must submit one writing sample with A.P. Style usage. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type: Internship Salary: $0.00 /year Job Type: Internship Experience: * Public Relations Course: 2 years * Photography: 1 year * Journalism Course: 2 years * Social Media Management for an organization: 1 year * Associated Press Style (A.P. Style): 1 year Education: * High school Location: * Nashville, TN License: * Driver's License Language: * English Required work authorization: * United States Shifts: * Morning * Mid-Day * Evening Required travel: * 25 17 hours ago - save job