PR Intern for VISIT Milwaukee

VISIT Milwaukee; Public Relations Intern

LOCATION: Milwaukee, WI
COMPENSATION: Unpaid
DURATION: Start and end dates and individual schedule will be arranged at time of internship offer; 20 hrs/wk
APPLICATION: Submit your resume and letter of interest via e-mail to:　Jeannine Sherman,　Public Relations Manager, at　jsherman@milwaukee.org. In the subject line of your e-mail, be sure to include "PR Intern - BSN."

TASKS INCLUDE:

• Calculate public relations advertising value for monthly report
• Maintain clip file, member correspondence/report in relation to monthly clips
• Assemble/send media kits as requested
• Write/distribute news releases to media as required
• Provide copy for bi-monthly travel writer e-newsletter, monthly phone "on hold" recorded message
• Assist in development of travel writer itinerarie and media familiarization trips
• Compile research as needed relating to media lists, miscellaneous travel industry information, publication profiles and circulation, etc,
• Miscellaneous copywriting for advertorials, fact sheets, Web introduction, etc,
• Update media lists and media kit information as needed
• Enter public relations department information into Destinations 3000 database

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Team player with professional attitude and appearance
• Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel
  Aptitude to learn new computer programs/software.
• Students with declared major in public relations, communications OR journalism preferred

Career Shadow Program

Wisconsin Alumni Association; Communications Shadow Day

LOCATION: Campus
COMPENSATION: Unpaid
DURATION: Morning of March 30, 2010
APPLICATION: Direct questions to Greg Iaccarino gjiaccar@wisc.edu or 608.265.9205. Applications available online at the Letters and Science Career Center Web site http://www.lssaa.wisc.edu/careers/ --> Click on "Spring Break Job Shadow Program" Send resumes to Greg Iaccarino, Career and Internship Advisor, at gjiaccar@wisc.edu or drop it off at LSCS office location at 1305 Linden Drive, Suite 205. Please complete by March 16, 2010.

OVERVIEW: The Communications Job Shadow program takes place the week of spring break 2010 and allows UW-Madison students a chance to learn more about a particular career path/industry.

TASKS INCLUDE:

• Conduct informational interviews with staff on marketing, media and PR, event management, graphic design/creative
• Attend department meeting for marketing and communication and/OR program and event planning
• Participate in organization-wide orientation on Wisconsin Alumni Association

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Background or interest in: marketing; media and PR; corporate communications; magazine design, production, editing and writing; graphic design and creative; event planning and management; lobbying and advocacy; technology OR database management

Writing Intern for Chamber of Commerce

Green Bay Area Chamber of Commerce; Writing/Marketing Intern

LOCATION: Green Bay, WI
COMPENSATION: $1,000 stipend per semester
DURATION: May - August 2010 (possible extention into Fall 2010 also); 15-20 hours a week
APPLICATION: Send your questions, and/or resume, cover letter and writing samples to Lori Kaye Lodes, marketing & communications manager, llodes@titletown.org. WRITING SAMPLES ARE REQUIRED. In the subject line of your e-mail, be sure to include "Writing/Marketing Internship - BSN."

TASKS INCLUDE:

• Position requires a great deal of writing, including news stories, press releases and media alerts

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• MUST have excellent writing and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of PR is not required
• Writing proficiency including knowledge of AP style
• Work well under deadlines
• Possess project management/organizational skills
• Willingness to work as a team member
• Ability to interview people in person and via phone
• Jr. or Sr. level preferred
• Experience with newsletters, newspapers, interviewing and magazine editorial preferred

PR Intern for The Silverman Group

The Silverman Group; Public Relations Intern

LOCATION: Chicago, IL
COMPENSATION: Unpaid, but school credit is available
DURATION: Part-Time summer internship; 20 hour/wk minimum
APPLICATION: Please e-mail a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to Laura Silverman at　laura@silvermangroupchicago.com. In the subject line of your e-mail, be sure to include "Public Relations Internship - BSN."　No phone calls, please.

TASKS INCLUDE:

• Assist in the overall success of operations at the company
• Exposure to every facet of the activities at a full-service public relations agency
• Media contact
• Writing
• Promotional planning and market research
• Administrative duties

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Pursuing a career in public relations, communications or arts management who are willing to immerse themselves in the past-paced work environment and give it their all

Marketing Intern for Berkshire Theatre Festival

Berkshire Theatre Festival; Marketing Intern

LOCATION: Stockbridge, MA
COMPENSATION: Housing and meal plan provided; Opportunity for financial aid; college credit available
DURATION: May - August 2010; Full-Time plus nights and weekends
APPLICATION: For more information or to apply send cover letter, resume and three references (phone numbers and e-mail addresses) by March 15, 2010 to

Peter Durgin
PO Box 797
Stockbridge, MA 01262
414.298.5536 ext. 17
pete@berkshiretheatre.org

OVERVIEW:

• "Part college dorm, part elite internship, and part intensive community experiment, the education program at Berkshire Theatre Festival provides an experience unlike any other." -- Jeremy D. Goodwin, The Berkshire Record
• Hands-on experience and mentorship from professional department heads

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Current student or recent graduate
• Some theatre experience

PR/Special Events Intern for Make-A-Wish Foundation

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wisconsin; PR/Special Events Internship

LOCATION: Butler, WI
COMPENSATION: $500 stipend will be given; school credit can be arranged; work-related expenses will be reimbursed
DURATION: May - August 2010 start and end dates flexible; Minimum of 10 hours per week (preferably 2-3 days/wk) with hours varying per week due to event requirements
APPLICATION: Send a cover letter, resume, dates of availability, and references via e-mail, fax or mail to
Attn: PR/Special Events Intern-BSN,
Email: ahug@wisconsin.wish.org
Mail: Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wisconsin
13195 W. Hampton Ave.
Butler, WI 53007
Fax: 262.781.3736
No phone calls please.

TASKS INCLUDE:

• Coordinate distribution of publicity materials for Walk & Run for Wishes in the Metro Milwaukee area
• Determine target distribution sites for publicity materials　
• Track success of campaign
• Develop relationships with corporate partners
• Assist in increasing team participation and revenue for Walk & Run for Wishes 　
• Collaborate with staff to develop communication materials
• Recruit and develop relationships with Team Captains
• Encourage team fundraising efforts
• Assist staff with the planning and execution of events and other fundraising programs
• Write and distribute press releases on internal and external fundraisers, wishes and other Foundation news as needed
• Assist in the writing and/or editing of special event collateral materials, newsletter articles and Web site articles as needed
• Some general office work will be required

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• At least sophomore standing enrolled in a college or university
• Pursuing a degree in Marketing, Business, Public Relations, Communications or related field with Minimum GPA of 3.00/4.00
• Organized, detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple tasks
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Friendly and able to build rapport with different groups of people, mature and responsible Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite
• Previous events and/or volunteering experience preferred
• Access to an automobile is essential
• Familiarity with the Metro Milwaukee area helpful

Marketing Intern for SECURA Insurance

Marketing Intern; SECURA Insurance

LOCATION: Appleton, WI
COMPENSATION: Paid
DURATION: part time during the school year, full time during the summer
APPLICATION: Submit resume by e-mail with the subject line "Marketing Intern -BSN"
to secura@agents.icims.com　 OR
SECURA Insurance

Human Resources Department
PO Box 819
Appleton, WI 54912-0819　
Phone: 920-739-3161


TASKS INCLUDE:

• Assist with writing, proofing, and editing articles for weekly internal newsletter
• Basic design projects using desktop design and graphic design concepts on a Mac
• Coordinate deadline-driven communications projects for various departments and events Update Web site
• Take digital pictures for use in publications and promotions

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Majoring in Marketing, Communications or Journalism
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Knowledge of basic design concepts and software
• PC experience (Mac experience is a plus)