Fall 2021 Public Relations and Social Media Intern
Job Description
BENEFITS OF INTERNING AT MKI:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Document and track secured client media coverage.
Assist with client events as applicable including: TV segments, grand openings, galas, promotional opportunities, cocktail parties, luncheons, walks, fundraisers, etc. (many of these are done virtually now with COVID-19)
Draft press materials including releases, media alerts, talking points, event submissions, etc.
Collaborate with executive team in planning and coordinating successful social media influencer campaigns.
Create targeted social media content for MKI pages and various clients’ social media profiles.
Collaborate on and complete an Intern Project with fellow intern class.
Utilize vital media tools to create targeted media lists and track coverage.
Assist in the development of strategies for different clients through collaboration with executive team and independent research.
Schedule client and agency content using Hootsuite and Facebook.
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:
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
ONE PREVIOUS INTERNSHIP IN PUBLIC RELATIONS, SOCIAL MEDIA OR RELATED.
A current full-time or part-time college student.
Possess a 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 a solid understanding of social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.
Available at least three days a week for 6 – 7 hours per day, for a total of 18-21 hours per week.
Additional Information
TO APPLY:
Email resume and cover letter, email can be found on MKI website.
Include “FALL 2021 INTERNSHIP” in email subject line.
Add link to online portfolio if applicable.
Application deadline for the Fall 2021 Internship Program is Friday, August 27, 2021.