[Hiring] Public Relations Intern @Arthritis Foundation, Inc

Role Description

The Public Relations Intern supports national and local media relations campaigns, storytelling and brand visibility efforts to raise awareness of the Arthritis Foundation’s mission and impact. The internship provides hands-on experience in nonprofit communications, public relations and media relations.

Qualifications

• Current students enrolled in a 4-year university pursuing a degree or post-graduate degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Communications, Social Media, or Media Relations.
• Undergraduate student or recent graduate in communications, journalism, public relations or public health.
• Strong writing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in teams.
• Interest in nonprofit communications and public relations.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Organizational and research abilities.
• Ability to work remotely and manage deadlines.

Requirements

• Write press materials (press releases, media pitches, media alerts) and news articles for website.
• Assist with media outreach.
• Track media coverage using free online tools and compile campaign results reports.
• Conduct research needed to implement communications strategies.
• Assist with media interview coordination for volunteer and staff spokespeople.
• Assist with media outreach in key Arthritis Foundation markets.
• Participate in communications planning meetings.

Benefits

• Part-Time | 20 hours per week.
• Compensation: $20 per hour.

Company Description

The Arthritis Foundation is dedicated to raising awareness of its mission and impact.