Public Relations Intern
As Carthage students, you know better than anyone about the amazing things happening on campus. In the Office of Marketing and Communications, we spread the word to the wider community.
Starting right away this fall, we’re looking for a Public Relations Intern or two. Help us publicize the College’s successes and build valuable career skills at the same time.
Primary tasks include:
- Coordinating Carthage content for Merit Pages, a web-based tool that alerts students’ hometown media about their achievements
- Writing press releases announcing major campus events
- Brainstorming targeted media pitches
- Keeping distribution lists up-to-date by researching journalists and other influencers
As needed, you’ll also collaborate with other members of our fun and talented team to tell the Carthage story through a variety of channels (website, magazine, video, social channels, etc.).
PR interns typically work 10 or more hours per week. We can arrange a schedule that fits around your academic and athletic commitments, but you must be available for at least two in-person shifts each week in our office at Madrigrano Hall (weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m). Internship credit is possible.
The best candidate will bring reliability, attention to detail, comfort with short-form writing, and a deep affinity for Carthage. In your application, please include 2-3 samples of your writing and a reference (teacher or professor) who can speak to your qualifications.