Communications & Digital Media Intern (Paid-Summer and Fall)

The Communications & Digital Media Intern is an integral part of the Public Affairs & Communications Team, assisting with a variety of projects, activities and support functions. The position reports to the VP and requires approximately 20-25 hours per week, working virtually and in person (2 days/week) in the PCPC office. This paid internship is June-December 2024.

Essential Functions:

• Monitor traditional and social media coverage, and prepare daily clips for PCPC and the industry
• Review beauty and trade publications for relevant industry articles
• Monitor NGO activity and communicate to Team accordingly
• Identify opportunities for social and digital media platforms
• Assist in drafting social media content and corresponding multimedia
• Track PCPC media inquiries and resulting coverage
• Post press statements and releases to website
• Assist in designing PowerPoint presentations for meetings
• Draft biweekly newsletter articles as needed
• Assist with various projects per direction of Team members
• Additional administrative duties (updating and maintaining media lists, department project tracker, media placements, digital tracking, filing, etc.)

Skills & Abilities:

• Majors in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other programs (i.e., Canva)
• Social media savvy and general understanding of best practices
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently on assignments and projects
• Basic graphic design knowledge (preferred)
• Experience writing news releases and press statements (preferred)