Internships


Posted on January 12, 2012
Founded in 1970, STYLE Advertising is a full-service advertising, marketing and public relations firm and remains the oldest agency in Alabama still operating under the same name for more than 40 years. STYLE Advertising hires interns year round and is currently accepting resumes. The internship program at STYLE allows students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain real-world experience, build an impressive portfolio and learn from proven public relations and advertising professionals at one of the top public relations firms in Alabama.

 

Duties and responsibilities:
  • Draft and distribute press releases
  • Participate in client and staff meetings
  • Contribute new ideas for proposals and plans
  • Update and maintain social media outlets
  • Perform clerical and administrative duties
  • Obtain and maintain media contact lists
  • Edit copy for newsletters and brochures
Qualifications:
  • Recent graduate or current student of a public relations, marketing or communications program
  • Live near the Birmingham area and have reliable transportation
  • Possess interest in public relations and social media
  • Experienced with social media outlets such as Facebook and Twitter
  • Possess a high degree of professionalism
  • Ability to execute multifaceted tasks
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and strong attention to detail
  • Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Audrey Pannell at audrey@styleadvertising.com or call (205) 503-5955. To learn more about STYLE Advertising, please visit www.styleadvertising.com or www.facebook.com/styleadv.

KC projects is pleased to announce the availablitity of internship positions available starting August 2011 (dates are negotiable.)  KC projects, LLC is a full-service Public Relations and Branding firm in Birmingham, Alabama, that brands companies and positions entrepreneurs and always makes the client top priority. Krista Conlin, Principal of KC Projects, has cultivated long lasting relationships with the key local, regional, and national media to ensure the client's story is delivered to the right people through the best medium.  Services include Media Relations, Brand Positioning, Social Media Marketing, Community Outreach, and Event Marketing.

The intern will assist in the research, writing, and branding of our clients.  Activities may include assisting with: drafting/distributing press releases, updating social media outlets, clerical/administrative duties, special event planning, etc.

This is an unpaid internship.  Applicants must be living in or near the Birmingham area with access to reliable transportation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Participates in client meetings and displays level of knowledge and professionalism
  • Proofing of press releases, as well as other written work
  • Assists in development of materials for various projects
  • Maintains flexibility and awareness of changes by assuming other duties and reponsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Recent graduate or current student of a communications, marketing or public relations program; Interest in journalism, public relations, social media or event planning; Ability to perform diverse and complex tasks accuracy and attention to detail; Ability to exercise independent judgment;  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Ability to work successfully in a results-oriented environment; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Working knowledge of social media tools, such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

TO APPLY: Please send a resume', cover letter detailing your suitability for the position, and contact information to maree@kcprojects.net or call Krista at (205) 937-3777.