The Media Relations Intern is expected to work 5-7 hours per week during regular workplace hours (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Draft media materials (i.e., press releases, e-mail pitches)
  • Actively reach out to and follow-up with members of the media
  • Monitor HARO/ProfNet for media opportunities
  • Coordinate media interviews
  • Log all media placements
  • Update the Newsroom portion of the Web site (no HTML knowledge required)

Location: Virtual
Expected Duration: 12 weeks; option to renew/extend
Compensation/Benefits: Free career coaching and products from Come Recommended and its sponsors; course credit (if desired); virtual environment (no commute or relocation!)

Required Qualifications:

  • Dedicated to the mission of Come Recommended – connecting the best internship and entry-level job candidates with the best employers
  • Must become a Come Recommended member prior to starting
  • Junior or senior pursuing undergraduate degree in PR, journalism or a related field; also accepting applications from recent graduates
  • Minimum of one prior related internship
  • Able to work independently, but under supervision (virtually/from home)
  • Access to the Internet
  • Driven, self-motivated and enthusiastic
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Desired Qualifications:

  • Entrepreneurial spirit

Application Instructions:

Please click here to submit your application.