Internship Available: Communications Intern

Internship Posted: November 6, 2009

BASIC FUNCTION / MAJOR DUTIES

The intern in the Communications Department will learn about media, promotions and public relations activities of WVIZ/PBS and 90.3 WCPN ideastream, while providing support and assistance to the Communications team.

Examples of duties:
Learn/assist with media, public relations and promotional activities, including researching, drafting, revising and distributing media releases and promotional copy; tracking and maintaining media lists and media mentions and assist with on-air promotional announcements for radio and/or tv.
Assist with gathering information and writing copy for newsletters, program guide, program highlights, advertisements, websites (wviz.org and wcpn.org) and other promotional material.
Assist with planning and execution of special events, including coordination of volunteers, securing promotional items for distribution, and coordinating with event contacts to ensure set-up/ delivery runs smoothly.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE: Strong command of the English language and rules of grammar. Knowledge of office systems and machines.

EXPERIENCE: Classes or experience in marketing and/or media and public relations methodologies. PC based computer experience including use of Outlook, Internet searches, and programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

SKILLS/APTITUDES: Flexible self-starter with a positive attitude. Ability to work with diverse, sometimes high level constituencies, employing tact and diplomacy. Ability to prepare accurate error-free reports and correspondence. Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The internship is unpaid; college credit must be granted for participation
Office hours are Monday-Friday. Some weekend and evening work may be required.
Internships are available any quarter or semester, but the student must be available for the entire semester or quarter (at least 10 weeks)

Guidelines for submission:

Please send resume and cover letter to

Or direct a hard copy to:

Human Resources
ideastream®
The Idea Center
1375 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44115