Hybrid Undergraduate Intern, Media and Strategic Engagement

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About the role

  • Contribute to the day-to-day functions of the communications department, including writing internal and external-facing materials such as press releases, talking points, social media posts, blogs, digital content, and media advisories
  • Build media expertise by researching and building lists of key reporters, editors, producers, and bookers from a wide array of national and local publications
  • Help increase coverage of ACLU issues and messages by crafting and sending pitches to news media on ACLU campaigns and projects
  • Monitor news and media trends, including tracking press clips
  • Engage in research projects that can help inform multi-faceted communications plans, which include goals, audiences, messaging, and media relations strategies

Requirements

  • Completion of at least the first year of an undergraduate degree in communications, public relations, journalism, political science, or a related field
  • At least one semester (or equivalent) internship or work experience in journalism, public relations, communications
  • Experience drafting press releases, blogs, social media posts, or other digital content strongly preferred
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills
  • Avid news reader; familiarity with news media and online platforms, as well as the latest trends in media
  • Familiarity with best practices in communications and public relations
  • Familiarity with Associated Press style or media relations software such as Cision or Meltwater is a plus.

Benefits

  • Stipend available for students authorized to work
  • Arrangements for work/study or course credit

Job title

Undergraduate Intern, Media and Strategic Engagement

Job type

Experience level

Entry level

Salary

$20 - $24 per hour

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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