Public relations interns will be actively enrolled in, or a recent graduate of, a university public relations, marketing, or other related program. The individual must demonstrate the ability to undertake basic public relations writing assignments, adapt to a fast-paced work environment, possess an understanding of basic media relations skills, interact professionally with clients, and exercise good judgment. A working knowledge of computers, as well as word processing and database management software is necessary. Applicants should be fluent in writing, speaking and reading Spanish. Interns will be mentored by the entire Allison+Partners team including senior executives. Interns will work between 20-25 hours a week. Prior relevant experience is required. Compensation begins at $10 per hour.

We are seeking a paid intern to work with us on a wide variety of client projects. These include, but are not limited to:

•         Support the launch of Nuestra Voz, Hispanic and multicultural practice.

•         Draft basic public relations materials including news releases, media alerts, fact sheets, client meeting summaries, status reports and other materials in Span/Eng.

•         Assist with media outreach, including pitching and follow-ups in Spanish/English.

•         Attend and participate in client meetings, media training sessions, presentations, and brainstorming sessions as directed.

•         Attend media live-shots, in-studios and events as needed.

•         Assist with the development and updating of media lists and other databases, including client, marketing, prospect and administrative databases.

•         Complete timesheets daily, administrative duties and activities as assigned in a timely fashion.

•         Assist firm staff with other client, business development and firm management projects as assigned.

Allison+Partners, an MDC Partners company, is an international communications firm driven by a collaborative approach to innovation and creativity. The result is freshly imagined, customized approaches that provide concrete, measurable strategies to drive market and executive leadership. Expertise includes consumer PR and marketing, corporate communications, technology and digital media, brand innovation, social impact, public affairs and healthcare. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in New York, London, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Chicago, Phoenix, San Diego, Seattle and Dallas. Allison+Partners has a 50-state grassroots network and deep affiliations with quality firms worldwide through MDC Partners (NASDAQ: MDCA, Toronto Stock Exchange: MDZ.A), a progressive marketing and communications network, championing the most innovative entrepreneurial talent. Visit us at: www.allisonpr.com, m.allisonpr.com, http://facebook.com/allisonpr, http://twitter.com/allisonpr.

To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume and writing samples to: carolina@allisonpr.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.