Intern - Brand Communications, HBCU Pathways

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

The Brand Communications Intern will support the organization's public relations efforts through various responsibilities. In this role, the Intern will gain experience building both internal and external relationships as well as develop their professional skillset in media monitoring, media relations and storytelling. This role will directly report to the Director of Brand Communications.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist in various media monitoring activities including the compilation of daily clips and media recaps.
• Assist in updating department media lists and discovery of new journalists and media outlets.
• Assist with writing and providing first drafts of press releases, media advisories, photo captions, LinkedIn posts, etc.
• Assist on-site at Hawks and non-Hawks events in a media relations capacity.
• On occasion accompany executives and staff to interviews/appearances.
• Handle administrative responsibilities including taking meeting notes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
• Must be enrolled in an accredited Historically Black College or University (HBCU) as a rising Junior and Senior.
• Strong organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail are required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on business writing skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects.
• Strong team synergy skills and ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Exhibit good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Must be able to handle confidential, privileged, and/or sensitive information carefully and with sensitivity.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications
• Field of Study: Marketing, Social Media, Event Management, Finance Sustainability, Business, Communications, Hospitality, and Analytics

Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

If this opportunity looks exciting to you, please complete the application process. Go Hawks!