TITLE: Communications Intern
REPORTS TO: State Director of Communications
LOCATION: Tennessee Chapter Office - Nashville
REASON FOR OPENING: Replacement
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Communications Intern works directly with the State Director of Communications to utilize publicity and advertising to achieve budget on fundraising events, position premature birth as a leading health issue in Tennessee, and position the March of Dimes as the leader in maternal and infant health.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): writing and distribution of media alerts, news releases, and sponsorship proposals; development and maintenance of media and marketing database; design and development of media kits; media follow-up; creation of media reports; PSA distribution and placement; and planning and providing support at special events.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
In order to qualify, students must have completed the sophomore year and have one of the following academic majors: communications, telecommunications, public relations, marketing or journalism.
Benefits include the opportunity to work with one of the most reputable health charities in the nation while gaining professional experience in the communications and marketing arena. Extensive networking opportunities also available.
Candidates should submit resume and clips and/or writing samples to Todd Grantham, State Director of Communications at tgrantham@marchofdimes.com. No phone calls or faxes please. College credit available.
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