Paid Public Relations & Marketing Internship

617MediaGroup•New York, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

617MediaGroup, one of the fastest-growing progressive communications agencies in the U.S., is looking for a PAID PR/Marketing Intern located in the New York Metropolitan Region to join our growing team. At 617MediaGroup, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our communities. We believe that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds must be centered in the work we do. We strongly encourage applications from marginalized communities. Who we are: We’re veteran campaigners, communicators, designers, strategists, storytellers, and web developers. We love what we do. We’re results-driven. And we only work with clients we believe in. What we do: We move public opinion. We win tough fights. We tell stories simply, and with maximum impact. We offer comprehensive communication services: from earned media to paid, from digital strategy to eye-catching design. Websites. Video. We do it all for the benefit of our clients’ social justice causes and campaigns.

Requirements

A fast and creative writer with an interest in the news and market trends
Basic knowledge of digital organizing, including text, email, and social media campaigning
Dogged and organized
A problem-solver mindset with a can-do attitude
Thrive in fast-paced environments
Want to learn and grow with an exciting, mission-driven communications firms
Ready to hit the ground running
Interest in and familiarity with professional photography
Must be able to complete a minimum of 20 hours per week
Occasional night and weekend availability is necessary
Retain a valid driver’s license and a purchased or leased automobile for personal transportation to work events with a valid inspection sticker.

Nice To Haves

Had internships before, preferably with a focus on PR or Marketing

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain media and influencer lists
Gain a thorough understanding of clients and campaigns
Draft media advisories and press releases
Research awards and speaking opportunities and maintain tracking grid
Assist account teams with social and digital media initiatives for clients
Own competitive research, social media mentions and shares, and daily news scans for assigned clients
Work closely with individual account teams, including sitting in on media briefings, drafting opportunity memos, participating in weekly calls, etc.
Identify and take the lead on proactive pitching opportunities for clients
Prepare press or new business kits/mailings, clip books
Administrative duties