I'RAISE is a 501c(3) non-profit organization located in New York City.

PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN

Reports to:Marketing Supervisor

Options: Summer Internship, Fall Internship, Spring Internship

Internship summary: The Public Relations Intern will help in creating, planning, and implementing thoughtful marketing initiatives to promote I'RAISE's efforts and impacts we have made in families's lives through our services whether virtually or in-person.

Functions:

• Developing media relations strategies and Public Relations (PR) campaigns
• Seeking opportunities for press coverage of the organization’s programs and initiatives
• Addressing inquiries from the media
• Preparing press releases, media announcements, speeches and other PR copy
• Tracking media coverage and follow industry trends
• Editing and updating our media kit and other promotional materials and publications
• Working closely with the Executive Department and collaborating with internal teams (e.g. event committee, human resources, marketing, etc.) on public relations efforts
• Networking and creating partnerships with community and city government officials

Qualifications:

• Currently in college or university pursuing BSc/BA in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or a related field
• OR a recent graduate with degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or related field
• Experience in a PR role
• Experience managing media relations (online, broadcast and print)
• Experience in researching, writing and editing publications
• Ability to make media pitches

To learn about our non-profit organization I'RAISE, visit us at www.iraiseinc.org