Join Our Dynamic PR Internship Experience at Alternative Strategies!
Gain hands-on marketing experience with a dynamic and award-winning agency. Alternative Strategies is an innovative marketing communications firm offering a wide range of services including PR, social media, graphic + web design, and more. Our team is composed of diverse and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in a creative and collaborative work environment.
Position: Spring PR and Social Media Interns
Department: Media Relations, Social Media
Location: (Hybrid / Flexible / Remote Options Available)
Type: Unpaid
Internship Start Date: Flexible
As a PR or Social Media intern at Alternative Strategies, you'll have the unique opportunity to contribute to our Media Relations and Social Media Departments by leveraging your exceptional writing and research skills. From crafting compelling pitch materials and social media posts, and engaging newsletter articles to collaborating on impactful research projects, you will play an integral role in our agency's success. This role provides a platform for you to refine your skills and actively participate in real-world PR and Social Media activities.
Why Choose Our PR Internship?
- Learn the Marketing Landscape: Gain an in-depth understanding of the intricacies and processes of the public relations and/or social media fields.
- Enhance Writing Skills: Hone your professional writing skills through real-world assignments and projects.
- Comprehensive Exposure: Immerse yourself in the operations of a full-service marketing communications agency and expand your industry knowledge.
- College Credit and Resume Building: Earn college credit while building an impressive resume with hands-on, practical experience.
Responsibilities for PR Internship:
- Assist in crafting engaging pitch materials, press releases, and newsletter articles.
- Collaborate on research initiatives to support strategic PR campaigns.
- Contribute to the development and execution of creative PR strategies.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and team meetings to foster innovative ideas.
Responsibilities for Social Media Internship:
· Assist in creating compelling social media posts for our clients.
· Participate in content creation shoots (photo and video) for our clients.
· Contribute to the execution and monitoring of social media strategies.
· Collaborate on research industry trends, competitors' strategies, and changes in algorithms.
Requirements for PR and Social Media Internships:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the public relations, social media, and/or marketing industry.
- Ability to meet deadlines and complete assignments with precision.
- Exhibit self-motivation and a proactive approach to tasks.
- Thrive in a team-oriented environment while maintaining a strong sense of individuality.
- Uphold a high level of professionalism in all interactions.
- Enthusiasm for contributing to projects and a keenness to learn.
Schedule:
- Flexible start date to accommodate your availability.
- Minimum commitment of 12 - 15 hours per week, offering a balanced internship experience.
For more insights into Alternative Strategies, visit our website: http://www.altstrategies.com
TO APPLY: To embark on this exciting internship journey, please submit the following to Jessica Bradford at jessica@altstrategies.com:
- Your updated resume
- A letter of interest outlining your motivation for joining Alternative Strategies
- For PR: One or two recent writing samples that showcase your skills
- For Social Media: Two compelling social media captions for a restaurant of your choice including a short description of which creatives you would use for these posts
- Clarification on if you are applying for the Public Relations or Social Media Spring Internship
At Alternative Strategies, we believe in nurturing talent and providing hands-on exposure that lays the foundation for a successful career in public relations. Join us to amplify your skills and embark on a journey of growth and learning.
