Public Relations Intern

EAA Career•Oshkosh, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Relations intern will, under the supervision of the Director of Communications, be responsible for providing administrative support to staff, conducting various research projects, drafting news media releases and news content, and assisting with the Public Relations/Journalism aspects of EAA operations. The purpose of these activities is to provide the selected student with an opportunity to develop their skills and contribute to the understanding of their educational emphasis.

Requirements

Prefer a student majoring in Public Relations, Journalism or Communications or related field of study.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point, as well as basic social media tools (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
Ability to generate and deliver persuasive and clear verbal and written communications.
Writing is an important element of this position.
Results-oriented team player with the ability to collaborate with team members
Outstanding interpersonal skills; must have credibility, good judgment, honesty and integrity
Demonstrated ability to understand, learn and use changing technologies
Effective skills in time management
Initiative to solve problems with energy and a positive attitude
Demonstrate ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced, changing environment
Ability to thrive under pressure and deliver communications within tight deadlines

Responsibilities

Writing news releases and media sheets to be submitted to communications staff for approval.
Compiling and tracking media clips to identify extent of EAA’s media coverage.
Contacting media to set up interviews and coordinating radio and print media coverage.
Conducting research using Internet, Public Relations software and library resources.
Compiles and updates aviation statistics.
Participates and provides support to Communications staff, including as part of the media relations staff during the seven days of the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in.
Assists with daily operations and media support.
Provides administrative support to EAA’s communications staff including filing, typing correspondence and performing other administrative and clerical tasks utilizing Word, Excel, Outlook, the Internet and media information.
Embraces and supports the EAA mission and performs safe practices in the workplace and aviation environment.
All other duties as assigned.