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SCEO Media Relations Internship

Applications for this internships are closed. Thank you for your interest!


 

The SCEO media relations intern will work side-by-side with communications experts and practitioners in a professional environment to gain insight and experience into the inner workings of a team focused on maintaining and establishing the reputation of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

As an experiential and immersive program, you will develop and hone your practical skills in a broad range of areas including pitching media, crafting news releases, strategic communications planning, copywriting, and community relations.

    • Working toward an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in media, communications, journalism, digital media, marketing, public relations, English or similar field with a 3.0 GPA or above. Candidates must be entering junior or senior year to be considered.
    • Ability to communicate in a professional manner with the media and community contacts
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams and Excel
    • Familiarity with Associated Press (AP) style
    • Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills
    • Strong writing skills
    • Able to manage priorities and work autonomously as appropriate
    • Proven ability to meet deadlines
    • Previous experience in earned media is a plus
    • Learn the basics of high-level communications strategy and media relations
    • Brainstorm and research ideas for original stories
    • Pitch reporters, help write content and copyedit
    • Draft daily reports, build media lists, gather media clips
    • Monitor media to inform and educate strategy
    • Assist with photo shoots
    • Research marketing and PR trends to amplify media presence
    • Assist media team in relevant promotional efforts, including planning for special projects and events
    • Participate in staff and team meetings

How to Apply

Apply using the link below. Both your resume and cover letter should be in PDF format. Your letter should include a statement on how participation in this internship would support your academic and career goals. Any previous internships or work experience should be included on your resume.

Deadline to submit application: Friday, December 22, 2023

Successful candidates will qualify for a stipend. Other expenses, including food and transportation, are the responsibility of the selected intern.

Questions? Email hilary.hamblin@stjude.org.

 
 
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