Communications and Public Relations Internship

Job Description:

The St. Louis Surge is currently seeking a qualified candidate to work as a Public Relations/Marketing Intern during the fall, spring and/or summer of 2014/2015. We encourage applicants to continue through our 2015 Regional and National Tournaments – August 2015 (Date TBD), and post-wrap through the 2015 Fall Semester.

Responsibilities:

Develop PR campaigns, through general media, branding, and special events.
Assist marketing and design team in developing communications and messaging for the St. Louis Surge
Create press releases, public announcements, and media kits
Develop and leverage media contacts to create distribution to ensure reach to target audience
Track campaign effectiveness to ensure overall shift in perceptions and engagement
Write, proof and send letters, fliers, email blasts to our current and potential clients
Write news articles and blogs about the St. Louis Surge and post to team website
Identify target audience and grow existing database
Assist, attend and coordinate all home games and special events (planning, set-up, other duties as assigned, etc.) with current owner and Chief Communications Officer
Design flyers, posters, brochures and other print materials as needed
Help build the St. Louis Surge Women’s Basketball Team’s Social Media presence online (managing such sites, but not limited to, as Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and YouTube, and other social media outlets)
A social media native: you live and breathe the internet
Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in communication/PR strategies, social media and online communities
Identify new PR opportunities and consult on existing marketing strategies

Qualifications:

Must be actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a similar field
Skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Skills in Adobe Creative Suite and Word Press or other web development is a plus
Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills. Understanding of AP format and style.
Must possess knowledge and competence within the latest Social Media
Able to take responsibility and manage projects alone
100% professional, smart, flexible, self-starter and reliable
Creative and used to out-of-the-box-thinking, fun-loving and willing to go the extra mile
Ability to work flexible hours, some nights and weekends for events
Understand that the St. Louis Surge is a growing organization and is willing to put in extra time to complete tasks on time
Submit at least two writing samples
College student; must receive academic credit

All internships are unpaid

How to apply: Interns will be required to work approximately 15-20 hours (flexible schedule). If interested, please email your resume, cover letter and at least two writing samples to Deanna Shipley at [email protected] with the subject line “Communications Internship”.