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Internship Description: Please write a brief description of the internship. |
Plant With Purpose, an environmental nonprofit organization that teaches sustainable agriculture and savings techniques to rural subsistence level farmers, seeks a Public Relations and Events intern for the fall semester. The intern will assist the Marketing Coordinator with the following duties. -Compile and maintain lists of media contacts -Write and distribute news releases -Post events to online calendars and websites -Maintain clip file -Proofread all documents and collateral -Support for special events, including annual gala -Compile monthly coverage updates -Monitor halo pitches -Help write and email pitches -Follow up media calls -Assist in maintaining social networking sites Qualifications include- -Proficient computer skills- Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint and Word -Basic knowledge of Dreamweaver a plus -Highly accurate and organized -Excellent writing and proofreading skills -Good communication skills -Preferably working toward a degree in public relations, marketing or a related field -A heart for helping the poor |