Public Relations

Are you looking for an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in marketing, event management or public relations before you finish college? Then look no further.

The Tampa Bay Technology Forum (TBTF) is seeking an Intern for the 2010 Fall Semester (late August – early December) for approximately 20 hours per week. You will gain valuable real-world experience and develop contacts with industry leaders that could lead to a full-time career when you graduate.

We are seeking a sharp college student who is savvy with social media, has strong copy-writing skills and is a motivated team player. Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with event planning on programs such as:
o Tech Jam – large fund-raising event with a silent auction, battle of the bands and more.
o Industry Achievement Awards Gala – black-tie awards gala for over 500 people in the business and tech community.
o Numerous monthly educational programs, network events and more for the regional technology industry.

• Copy-writing for e-invitations, website content, press releases, promotional materials and more.

• Assisting with social media such as Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, etc.

• Assisting with marketing campaigns for TBTF programs and services.

Candidates must be a current student studying Marketing, Public Relations, Mass Communications or a related field.

Requirements:
-You must be 18 years of age or older and enrolled in a college or university.
- Internships require an applicant to receive academic credit for the internship - it is the applicant's responsibility to set up the internship with their school.
- Internships require working a minimum of 20 hours per week with a maximum of 40 hours per week.
- Must have legal right to work in the U.S.

If you are enthusiastic and excited to make a difference in teens and young adult’s lives by providing them with entertainment & life skills education to be successful, then this is the internship for you. iaam is looking for students who are committed and passionate about a career in the media/entertainment and journalism.
You should also be able to write quickly and clearly, without grammatical or spelling mistakes, on variety of topics that you yourself think up or have discovered through consuming media. This internship needs strong research skills and willingness to work independently after the tasks are mutually agreed upon.

Duties:
Intern will be assisting in creating and writing PRs on variety of topics. You will assist in submitting PR to online PR firms. You will also be managing & contacting journalist and bloggers to promote iaam.

LIFESTYLE & BRANDING DEPARTMENT
• Assisting in conducting outreach for endorsements and brand partners for various types of clients, including corporate aviation, talent, music, lifestyle experts, and media personalities, as well as track the progress on a grid and follow-up on leads
• Creating and/or updating client press kit presentations
• Conducting thorough research on potential clients / brands and creating corresponding business pitch presentations which illustrate our scope of services and potential opportunities
• Candidates must be detail oriented, proficient with Excel and Powerpoint, well-spoke, strong writers, and creative. Illustrator and Photoshop is a plus

This is a non-paid or for credit internship.

Responsibilities:

• producing and editing content on the site
• blogging
• using social media tools
• communicating with bloggers and writers
• online marketing
• product research
• research and database creation
• knowledge with HTML is a plus but not required
• client prospecting

We’re looking for outgoing and personable interns who want to get involved on the editorial, marketing and business side of a great internet company. There is no coffee and file cabinets here and interns should come to work and have fun!

Internship duties will include but not be limited to the following: Investigative web research, writing articles and press releases, making phone calls, etc,

-Must have a good personality
-Impeccable presentation with business attire
-Must work well under pressure
-Must be punctual and reliable
-Quick thinking
-Impeccable English and grammar is a must. Other languages (French/Spanish) are a plus, but not required.
-Must be computer savvy and able to conduct thorough research on the web.

Must be proficient in internet research, social networking, blogs and be computer literate. Will handle daily press releases, accompanying of executives and artists and numerous administrative duties. Must be able to maintain professional demeanor in the presence of celebrities and public figures.

Job Description:RESPONSIBILITIES:
The ideal candidate works well in a fast-paced, high-energy, demanding environment. Endurance, exceptional interpersonal skills and proven organizational skills are a must. Keen analytical problem solving skills, an ability to manage projects from start to finish, and a track record of success are important. This is a great position to build a portfolio and gain a working knowledge of project and campaign development.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Event coordination
• Awards submission
• Writing and distributing press releases
• Updating and maintaining press contacts database
• Various writing tasks as needed

Qualifications:SKILLS NEEDED:
• Ability to write proficiently in AP Style
• Ability to learn quickly
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong organizational skills and proper phone etiquette

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ideally be able to work no less than 20 hours/week
• Business, Journalism. Advertising, Public Relations and/or Marketing major preferred

EDUCATION:
• Junior and/or Senior year of college preferred

Preferred Public Relations, an award-winning Las Vegas-based public relations agency, is currently seeking public relations students for full-time internship opportunities to begin immediately. Duties include supporting the public relations department with special projects including media list building and tailoring, contact maintenance and community research. This is a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals that are essential for a career in the art of public relations. We represent a wide variety of clients in the hospitality, gaming, financial, entertainment, tour & travel and convention industries while working with local, regional, national and international consumer and trade media.

Candidates must be detailed, organized, proficient in data entry using Microsoft Word and Excel, have strong business communications skills, and be working towards a degree in communications, preferably public relations. Email cover letter and resume for consideration.

The ideal candidate must be detail oriented, independent, personable, and have a strong interest in the world of public relations. Duties include, but are not limited to, talent relations, compilation of contact sheets, organization/updating of press kits, assembling press clips, and mailings. This is a truly unique opportunity as Fingerprint Communications has several upcoming projects that candidates will be able to gain firsthand experience from through the preparation and execution of high-profile, celebrity driven events.