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Public Relations Internship

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Company Description

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

Whether it is honing your skills or building your network, we know that success cannot come without growth. Our programs equip you with the knowledge and training you need to play a valuable role on your team and establish a long-term career.

Job Description

The Public Relations (PR) Coordinator supports the PR team by assisting in the execution of various PR initiatives and campaigns. They play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the PR department, handling administrative tasks, and facilitating communication between the department, divisions, practices and other stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

  • Administrative Support
  • Provide administrative support to the PR team, including scheduling meetings, maintaining contact lists, and organizing files.
  • Handle correspondence, phone calls, and emails related to PR activities.
  • Content Creation
  • Assist in drafting and editing press releases, media alerts, internal news stories, social media, and other content in collaboration with the PR Writer.
  • Ensure all content aligns with the organization's brand voice and messaging.
  • Media Relations
  • Curate and maintain a media contact database in collaboration with the Media Relations Specialist.
  • Assist in distributing press releases and other media materials to journalists and media outlets at the direction of the Media Relations Specialist.
  • Track media coverage and compile media clippings for reports.
  • Research and Analysis
    • Conduct research to support PR campaigns, including gathering information on industry trends, competitors, and target audiences.
    • Monitor media coverage and compile reports on PR campaign performance and media sentiment.
  • Digital & Social Media Management
  • Assist in managing the organization's Media-facing social media accounts by scheduling posts, responding to comments, and engaging with followers.
  • Monitor social media trends and provide recommendations for content and engagement strategies.
  • Collaborate with Digital Team to audit website for broken links, departed team members, updating evergreen content.
  • Internal Communication
  • Support internal communication efforts by preparing and sharing news stories with the Intranet team.
  • Insure team members are informed about PR activities and key messages.
  • Vendor Coordination
  • Liaise with external vendors, such as graphic designers, printers, and event coordinators, to ensure timely and accurate delivery of services.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Pursuing a BS, BA or BJ in communication, public relations or journalism.

Essential Skills

  • Writing & Editing
    • Exceptional writing and editing skills.
    • Strong command of grammar, punctuation and AP style.
  • Relationship Building
    • Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with media contacts, vendors, and internal team members.
  • Communication
    • Excellent written and verbal communication.
    • Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and consistency in all tasks.
  • Social Media Saavy
    • Understanding of social media platforms and best practices for engagement.
    • Ability to create and schedule social media content effectively.
  • Creative Thinking & Social Awareness
  • Ability to contribute to the development of fresh ideas and story innovations to improve campaigns and performance.
  • Active participant in consuming media – the ability to identify new and emerging stories, ideas and approaches for future consideration.
  • Research Skills
  • Ability to conduct thorough research and synthesize information from various sources.
  • Competence in gathering and analyzing media coverage and PR metrics.
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Proficiency in use of office software such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Familiarity with PR planning and monitoring software Cision and Asana project management software.
  • Adaptability
  • Flexibility to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
  • Organizational Skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under pressure.
  • Attention to Detail
  • Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in all communications and materials.
  • Ability to proofread and edit content thoroughly.
  • Time Management
    • Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under pressure.

  • Industry Knowledge
    • Understanding our industry, market trends, and competitive landscape.
    • Awareness of standard media practices and public relations principles.
Additional Information

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

  • Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $25 per hour. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read the J.S. Held Online Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as required and described therein. California residents can click here to learn more about the personal information we collect and here to learn about additional privacy rights that may be available.

Please Explore What We’re All About At Www.jsheld.com.

EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email [email protected] and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Company Description

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

Whether it is honing your skills or building your network, we know that success cannot come without growth. Our programs equip you with the knowledge and training you need to play a valuable role on your team and establish a long-term career.

Job Description

The Public Relations (PR) Coordinator supports the PR team by assisting in the execution of various PR initiatives and campaigns. They play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the PR department, handling administrative tasks, and facilitating communication between the department, divisions, practices and other stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

  • Administrative Support
  • Provide administrative support to the PR team, including scheduling meetings, maintaining contact lists, and organizing files.
  • Handle correspondence, phone calls, and emails related to PR activities.
  • Content Creation
  • Assist in drafting and editing press releases, media alerts, internal news stories, social media, and other content in collaboration with the PR Writer.
  • Ensure all content aligns with the organization's brand voice and messaging.
  • Media Relations
  • Curate and maintain a media contact database in collaboration with the Media Relations Specialist.
  • Assist in distributing press releases and other media materials to journalists and media outlets at the direction of the Media Relations Specialist.
  • Track media coverage and compile media clippings for reports.
  • Research and Analysis
    • Conduct research to support PR campaigns, including gathering information on industry trends, competitors, and target audiences.
    • Monitor media coverage and compile reports on PR campaign performance and media sentiment.
  • Digital & Social Media Management
  • Assist in managing the organization's Media-facing social media accounts by scheduling posts, responding to comments, and engaging with followers.
  • Monitor social media trends and provide recommendations for content and engagement strategies.
  • Collaborate with Digital Team to audit website for broken links, departed team members, updating evergreen content.
  • Internal Communication
  • Support internal communication efforts by preparing and sharing news stories with the Intranet team.
  • Insure team members are informed about PR activities and key messages.
  • Vendor Coordination
  • Liaise with external vendors, such as graphic designers, printers, and event coordinators, to ensure timely and accurate delivery of services.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Pursuing a BS, BA or BJ in communication, public relations or journalism.

Essential Skills

  • Writing & Editing
    • Exceptional writing and editing skills.
    • Strong command of grammar, punctuation and AP style.
  • Relationship Building
    • Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with media contacts, vendors, and internal team members.
  • Communication
    • Excellent written and verbal communication.
    • Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and consistency in all tasks.
  • Social Media Saavy
    • Understanding of social media platforms and best practices for engagement.
    • Ability to create and schedule social media content effectively.
  • Creative Thinking & Social Awareness
  • Ability to contribute to the development of fresh ideas and story innovations to improve campaigns and performance.
  • Active participant in consuming media – the ability to identify new and emerging stories, ideas and approaches for future consideration.
  • Research Skills
  • Ability to conduct thorough research and synthesize information from various sources.
  • Competence in gathering and analyzing media coverage and PR metrics.
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Proficiency in use of office software such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Familiarity with PR planning and monitoring software Cision and Asana project management software.
  • Adaptability
  • Flexibility to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
  • Organizational Skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under pressure.
  • Attention to Detail
  • Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in all communications and materials.
  • Ability to proofread and edit content thoroughly.
  • Time Management
    • Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently under pressure.

  • Industry Knowledge
    • Understanding our industry, market trends, and competitive landscape.
    • Awareness of standard media practices and public relations principles.
Additional Information

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

  • Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $25 per hour. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read the J.S. Held Online Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as required and described therein. California residents can click here to learn more about the personal information we collect and here to learn about additional privacy rights that may be available.

Please Explore What We’re All About At Www.jsheld.com.

EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email [email protected] and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.