Job Description

MARGIE KORSHAK, INC.

PHILANTHROPY & LIFESTYLE

WINTER/SPRING 2020 PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SOCIAL MEDIA INTERNSHIP PROGRAM                  Margie Korshak, Inc.’s Philanthropy & Lifestyle Department is currently accepting applications for our Winter/Spring 2020 Internship Program! This internship will run from January through May. Our program offers hands-on experience that focuses on the ins-and-outs of public relations, social media and event planning. MKI internships are unpaid and students may receive school credit upon completion of their internship.

BENEFITS OF INTERNING AT MKI:

• Gain real world exposure to the day-to-day operations of a well-respected PR agency.
• Participate in the creative and editing process of press releases, event submissions, media alerts and social media posts.
• Attend client events in Chicago.
• Build your resume and portfolio that will allow you to stand out to a future employer.
• Learn from a professional staff with experience in many different areas.
• Attend various networking opportunities.
• Work on the 37th floor of the John Hancock Center.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Document and track secured client media coverage.

• Assist with client events including: TV segments, grand openings, galas, promotional opportunities, cocktail parties, luncheons, etc.

• Create targeted social media content for MKI pages and various clients’ social media profiles.

• Draft press materials including releases, media alerts, talking points, event submissions, etc.

• Create targeted media lists and track coverage impressions using Cision, Critical Mention and other online resources. 

• Assist in the development of strategies for different clients through collaboration with executive team and independent research.

• Schedule client and agency content using Hootsuite, Facebook and Buffer.

• Research new strategies, technologies and social media trends.

• Edit/peer-review social media posts created by other interns prior to approval from executive team.

WHAT TO EXPECT AS AN MKI INTERN: 

• Receive instruction and hands-on experience doing entry-level public relations and social media work in an agency setting.
• Work closely with the executive team.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of local media relations and the ability to find appropriate media contacts.
• Draft creative and engaging social media while developing a solid understanding of social media strategy as it relates to public relations.
• Practice networking and event management skills at client and media events.
• Be held to the same standards as an entry-level employee, practicing good judgment and professionalism on a daily basis.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• ONE PREVIOUS INTERNSHIP IN PUBLIC RELATIONS, SOCIAL MEDIA OR RELATED.

• A current full-time or part-time college student.

• Possess keen attention-to-detail and stellar organization skills.

• Familiar with AP-style guidelines.

• Must practice communicative and proactive approach to work, while multi-tasking and meeting strict deadlines.

• Must have an understanding of social media platforms including Hootsuite, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.

• Available 20-24 hours per week, and select weekends for client events.

Additional Information

TO APPLY:

• Email resume and cover letter to internships at korshak.com. 

• 1. Include “WINTER/SPRING 2020 INTERNSHIP” in email subject line.
  2. Add link to online portfolio if applicable.

   

• Application deadline for the Winter/Spring 2020 Internship Program is December 13, 2019.