We are a well-known and widely respected public relations firm in Soho, specializing in marketing, media, advertising, luxury branding and events. As a small “generalist” firm, we are proud to be able to offer highly personalized and varied services to a diverse portfolio of clients.
The WINTER INTERN will work largely in research and support for our general client base, and will have the opportunity to engage in more challenging projects over time. The exact start/end dates of the internship are flexible, but will run from December thru mid-March. This is a fun and exciting opportunity for an upperclassmen (preferred) with strong academic credentials. NO INTERNATIONAL APPLICATIONS please.
Responsibilities will include:
· Assisting Principals with management of multiple accounts
· Assembling media lists and press kits
· Arranging travel of Principals and select clients
· Frequent answering of phones and taking messages
· Heavy calendaring and scheduling of meetings
· Drafting e-mails, press releases and two-sheets
· Heavy Internet research
Go-getters who demonstrate exceptional ability will have the opportunity to pitch new business or take clients to red carpet events and galas. This is not your typical “go fetch coffee” type of internship. Since the clientele of the firm is heavily focused on personalities, nearly every aspect of the job entails dealing with people—drafting correspondence, meeting with clients, attending social events, pitching ideas directly to media outlets, etc. Applicants should be fiercely self-motivated and interested in pursuing a career in PR.
Expected Requirements:
· Enrolled at a top-tier academic institution in the NYC area and within SHORT commuting distance of downtown Manhattan
· Should be eligible to receive academic credit
· Top-notch communication skills, written & verbal
· Meticulous attention to detail with strong proofreading & editing skills
· Polished appearance, excellent demeanor & good sense of humor
· Proficient in MS Word & MS Outlook (photo-editing skills a plus)
· “No job is ever too overwhelming” mentality
· Ability to exercise the utmost discretion at all times! (Required to sign confidentiality agreement)
Interested applicants should submit a short but well-crafted cover letter and resume (Word or PDF attachment) with subject line “WINTER 2010 INTERNSHIP” to info@planetpr.com. A decision will be made in November.
Hiring Organization: info@planetpr.com
- Compensation: Unpaid/School Credit
- This is an internship job
- Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
- Please, no phone calls about this job!
- Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.