Public Relations Fall Intern

PUBLIC RELATIONS FALL INTERN (REMOTE)

Must be available a minimum of two whole working days per week

Compensation: $15/hour

KCSA Strategic Communications - fully integrated communications consultancy based in NYC with a creative and strategic approach to communication that leverages multiple services such as public relations, social media and investor relations to compliment businesses. KCSA develops and implements results-driven, integrated strategies for brands in a variety of industries such as cannabis, adtech + media, health and wellness, psychedelics, financial services, human capital, and tech.

Our company is always looking for dynamic and responsible Public Relations Interns for our Fall, Spring and Summer programs. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Agency PR work. At KCSA, our people are our most important resource. We want them to be motivated, empowered, and to thrive, so we invest in them the same way our clients invest in us. Interning at KCSA will give you access to: 

• A renowned team of communications professionals with unparalleled knowledge of B2B communications
• A front row seat to cutting edge industries and the communications strategies that fuel unprecedented growth
• In-house investor relations & social media teams, enabling access to full cycle communications campaigns driving awareness and getting results
• Remote work capabilities for all employees and interns
• Flexible schedules. We understand that school comes first!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Some responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

•    Build media relations skills by establishing media contacts and developing pitches for target media
•    Create key press materials including press releases, briefing documents and coverage reports
•    Research client and competitor products and services
•    Assist in the coordination of events such as press conferences, media briefings, media tours and trade shows
•    Interface with potential client contacts, vendors and internal teams
•    Work closely with KCSA leaders across all sectors
•    Develop and maintain strong working relationships with team members
•    Learn through a rich curriculum of professional development and training opportunities
•    Contribute your unique ideas and personality to the KCSA culture

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have excellent multitasking skills, pay close attention to detail while completing tasks in a timely manner, be proficient in excel, and above all, have a strong desire for a career in the Public Relations industry.

EXPERIENCE: Prior PR agency experience in a similar internship is a plus but not essential.

SKILLS/APTITUDES:

• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork mindset
• Good administrative skills
• Analytical, problem-solving, oral/written communication skills are required