Printer FriendlyThe Office of Career Services is always in search of internships that seem a little out of the ordinary.
The following paid internship on recently caught our eye on boston.geebo.com
Public Relations Agency Internship at Racepoint Group, Inc. (Waltham) ID#: 25373969
The Racepoint Group Internship Program is ideal for college juniors and seniors who want to learn about public relations and marketing from the industry's most experienced people.
Interns gather valuable experience in all facets of the craft, from brainstorming, research, and writing projects to event coordination. Racepoint interns so value their experience that we often have students repeat for two or more sessions before graduation.
To enter our internship program, Racepoint requires that candidates be at least a college junior, with a 3.0 - 4.0 grade-point average. The ideal applicant will be interested in the technology, health, and science communications profession and have excellent writing and reasoning skills, as well as a desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
As a Racepoint intern, students will also gain exposure to company marketing strategies along with public relations activities for Racepoint clients.
Responsibilities include:
• Assembling press kits and materials
• Building media lists, editorial, and speaking calendars
• Qualifying editorial and speaking opportunities
• Organizing and maintaining the Racepoint publication library
• Managing and scanning for client’s press coverage
• Assisting in marketing activities for Racepoint Group such as press announcements, and securing media and speaking opportunities
• Various writing tasks as needed
Compensation and Hours:
Racepoint interns are paid an hourly rate. Hours (minimum 20 hours per week) will be based on company need and class schedule and will be determined at the time of the offer of employment.
Interested candidates can apply by sending a cover letter and resume with the subject "Intern Program," to:
hr@racepointgroup.com
About Racepoint Group, Inc.
Based in Waltham, Mass, Racepoint Group, Inc. is a global public relations and marketing consultancy focused on emerging companies in the technology, health, and science markets. Racepoint assists clients in achieving new levels of market awareness and revenue growth with creativity, speed, and precision. With a relentless drive for immediate business impact, Racepoint provides clients with a level of research, analytics and measurement unmatched in the public relations industry through its breakthrough RaceTrack™ and FieldFacts™ interactive solutions.
For more information, visit racepointgroup.com.
General Location: Boston
Specific Location: Waltham, 02101