Internship

Research Assistant/Intern, Public Relations

Position Summary:

Assist and support PR teams by providing necessary research for the execution and implementation of all PR accounts. Overall responsibilities included, but are not limited to: Conducting general and client-specific research; sourcing contact information for appropriate media and industry analysts; assist in monitoring client’s competitive landscapes; monitoring industry news; sourcing and monitoring client clips; drafting press materials; assist with media relations/distributions; and provide other assistance as directed by the Account Director. Demonstrated proficiency using MS office is required.

This is for an unpaid internship position; class credit is given.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Researching and assembling qualified:
    • Media and analyst lists
    • Editorial calendars
    • Trade shows
    • Speaking opportunities
    • Awards
  • Account protocol
    • Source and compile clip books
    • Source article hits
    • Monitor industry and competitive news
  • Account logistics
    • Coordinate client and agency mailings
    • Coordinate distribution of press releases

Please contact Melissa Conger for further details or to submit resume:
mconger@sheltongroup.com