Intern - Public Relations

This is a Part Time Unpaid Internship

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
The intern must have a good understanding of the communications world. Computer knowledge -Excel, Word and the Internet is a must. No specific level of secondary education is required as long as the intern has proven verbal and written skills.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
BrandLink Communications is seeking qualified, passionate applicants for the Spring and Summer 2012 Internship Program. The qualified intern will be encouraged to get involved in all projects and acquire “hands on” experience in the industry. Our agency is looking for outgoing, intelligent, take-charge interns looking to gain knowledge in fashion and / or lifestyle Public Relations.

Our preferred applicants have previous public relations experience, ability to work with and feel comfortable speaking with high profile editors. Applicants should also feel comfortable working on-site at events and have excellent phone and communication skills.If interested, the intern will also have the opportunity to attend or work evening events during his/her tenure.

Experience includes (but is not limited to):
• Regular office maintenance ie; answering phones and taking messages in a clear and concise manner, showroom pulls, keeping the office, showroom, copy room and designated intern desks organized.
• Client maintenance such as: Clipping, status reports and archiving press credits
• Celebrity and press / media out reach using Microsoft Excel, Cisions Research Module, IMDB Pro, etc.
• On-site event / red carpet support
• Client pitches, target media list building, celebrity outreach lists, RSVP lists for events, proposals and media alerts
• Showroom pulls for editors, producers and / or talent. Provide showroom support with market appointments, celeb showroom visits and will be responsible for sample traffic flow
• Research projects

SERIOUS APPLICANTS ONLY, as this is a competitive program!

Salary Unpaid
Type of Job* Internship
Job Location* New York City

BrandLink Communications seeks Intern for immediate hire:

BrandLink Communications, a full service fashion and lifestyles firm specializing in Publicity, Events, Marketing, Branding and Talent Relations seeks part time intern to assist in their fast-paced office. The ideal candidate must be detail oriented, independent, personable, and have a strong interest in the world of public relations. Duties include but are not limited to talent relations, compellation of contact sheets, organization/updating of press kits, assembling press clips, and mailings.