For Consumer, Sports, Entertainment, High Tech and B2B Public Relations Firm in Boston
Opportunity:
Seeking fall public relations interns!
Elevate Communications, a strategic public relations agency that develops and implements national communications programs for consumer, sports, entertainment & hospitality, B2B and technology brands, is seeking motivated, self-starting interns with a strong interest in exploring a career in PR. Our interns are an integral part of our team, and will enjoy the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, creative, collaborative, hands-on professional environment where they will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of PR from the ground up. The development of core PR skills and career fundamentals – including media relations, writing and account management – is fostered and encouraged and, in our entrepreneurial environment, teamwork, accountability, and a keen desire to learn will take our interns far. From drafting media advisories to pitching reporters to researching new business opportunities to working at our events, Elevate interns will be involved in the daily execution of a variety of marketing communications campaigns.
A sample list of current clients includes: The Boston Red Sox, Fenway Sports Group, The New England Revolution, snom, Head of the Charles Regatta, the Boston Globe, Sun Life Financial, and more.
Intern Opportunities and Responsibilities:
Press Outreach & Coverage
- Media list management
- Media relations (calling to pitch journalists)
- Clipping
- Media reports
Media Material Development
(e.g., Press Releases, Media Advisories, Pitch Letters)
- Writing
- Proof reading
- Editing
Client Events
- Research
- Planning
- Implementation
- Staffing
Media, Analysis
- Research
- Coverage analysis
Other Duties
- New business research as needed
- Special projects when available
- Office administration as necessary
Benefits:
- Development of core PR skills
- Exposure to the industry and marketing communications campaigns
- A great team with networking opportunities
- Company-sponsored free lunch on Fridays
Pay:
Unpaid. Academic credit available.
Hours:
Fall semester, a minimum of 16 hours/week but flexible around your schedule.
Core Requirements:
- Creativity, intelligence and a driving ambition
- Team–player, professional, results and actionâoriented
- Superior writing and verbal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, Web savvy
- Social media aptitude
- Enrolled in an undergraduate or post graduate program
How to apply:
Please send cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample to Internships@elevatecom.com. No phone calls, please.
Contact:
internships@elevatecom.com.
Address:
Elevate Communications
137 Newbury Street, 3rd Floor
Boston, MA 02116
http://www.elevatecom.com