Public Relations/ Marketing Intern

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Marketing and Communications Intern

If you are a smart, creative writer interested in public relations and marketing this is a fantastic opportunity!

The New York City - Southern New York Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is seeking a communications intern. This non-profit organization is dedicated to raising awareness and finding a cure for MS. This is a great internship opportunity for college students or recent graduates to gain the valuable experience necessary for future employment. We are offering an opportunity to work on projects that help build the Society’s brand and enhance its reputation, while gaining significant skills in media outreach, marketing and promotional campaigns.

Reporting to the Communications Manager, the intern will assist on projects that include:

• Identifying outlets for media outreach
• Assisting in drafting articles, public service announcements and press releases
• Assisting in developing strategies to increase engagement and broaden reach on various social networks
• Compiling media coverage and producing recaps
• Maintaining media coverage archive
• Assisting in publication of quarterly newsletter, MSConnection
• General administrative tasks
• Assisting at fundraising events (i.e., Climb to the Top; MS Awareness Week)

Candidates should possess the following qualifications skills:

• Completion of or working toward a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related field
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Strong verbal and written skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Enthusiastic team player
• Strong sense of personal integrity
• Desire to help promote the Chapter
• Previous office experience a plus
• Comfortable representing the Chapter to the public, on the phone and at public events