Sunday, March 21, 2010

Special Events Internship with Children's Hospital - Paid & Unpaid

Children’s Hospital Foundation is currently seeking summer and fall Special Events Interns.

Children’s Hospital Foundation internships offer a flexible schedule and a commitment of a maximum of 15 hours per week.
Office Hours are Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Some evening and weekend work is required during special events.
Paid position and Non-paid with University Credit positions available
Company History:
Children’s Hospital Foundation, proud affiliate of Children’s Miracle Network, is a nonprofit 501c(3) organization in Oklahoma striving to improve the health of children. Since its inception in 1983, Children’s Hospital Foundation, through its volunteer board and vast community support, has funded pediatric research and education programs including collaborative projects with the OU Department of Pediatrics, The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center and the University Hospitals Authority and Trust. For more information, visit our website: www.childrenshospitalfoundation.net.

Job Description:
Special Events Interns are primarily responsible for assisting the Executive Director with all special events. Duties may include all aspects of special events relating to: fundraising, lectures, dinners, speaking engagements, legislature, school programs and galas.

Qualifications:

Coursework in communications, public relations, special events, fundraising or related field preferred.
Need to be able to use software programs including: Microsoft Office Professional Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Publisher).
Must possess a willingness to work with a diverse group of individuals in a team setting.
Must have good organizational, customer service, excellent computer and time management skills.
Applications:
All applicants need to send a resume with a cover letter outlining the internship for which you are applying to Jill Smith at 800 Research Parkway, Suite 150, Oklahoma City, OK 73104 or via email at jill-m-smith@ouhsc.edu. No phone calls please.

Children's Hospital PR Internships - Paid & Unpaid

Children’s Hospital Foundation is currently seeking summer and fall public relations interns.

Children’s Hospital Foundation internships offer a flexible schedule and a commitment of a maximum of 15 hours per week.
Office Hours are Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Some evening and weekend work is required during special events.
Paid position and Non-paid with University Credit positions available
Company History:
Children’s Hospital Foundation, proud affiliate of Children’s Miracle Network, is a nonprofit 501c(3) organization in Oklahoma striving to improve the health of children. Since its inception in 1983, Children’s Hospital Foundation, through its volunteer board and vast community support, has funded pediatric research and education programs including collaborative projects with the OU Department of Pediatrics, The Children’s Hospital at OU Medical Center and the University Hospitals Authority and Trust. For more information, visit our website: www.childrenshospitalfoundation.net.

Job Description:
Public Relations Interns are primarily responsible for assisting the Public Relations Director with the public relations plan. Duties may include: scheduling media to cover events; writing press releases and feature stories; organizing media hit lists; managing social media sites; designing invitations, posters and programs.

Qualifications:

Coursework in communications, public relations, special events, fundraising or related field preferred.
Need to be able to use a variety of software programs including: Microsoft Office Professional Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Publisher) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
Must possess a willingness to work with a diverse group of individuals in a team setting.
Must have good organizational, customer service, excellent computer and time management skills.
Applications:
All applicants need to send a resume with a cover letter outlining the internship for which you are applying to Jill Smith at 800 Research Parkway, Suite 150, Oklahoma City, OK 73104 or via email at jill-m-smith@ouhsc.edu. No phone calls please.

Photography Internship in OKC - Paid

Paid position. Document leadership programs and activities for Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma for no more than one year term. Travel the 39-county area that Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma serves and photograph girls in action. Plan and implement studio photo shoots for commercial marketing. All in preparation of the 100th anniversary of Girl Scouts. Send letter of interest and resume to dgooding@gswestok.org.

Nonprofit PR Internship in OKC - Somewhat Paid

The Oklahoma Heritage Association and Gaylord-Pickens Museum is seeking a public relations/marketing intern for summer 2010 (candidates interested in spring 2010 or fall 2010 internships will also be considered). The Association is an 83-year-old non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Oklahoma’s history and promoting pride in our great state. Through high-tech, interactive exhibits, the Gaylord-Pickens Museum, new in 2007, is a high-tech, allows its guests to experience Oklahoma through the lives and accomplishments of its people.

Candidates should be:

Public relations or marketing major
Junior or senior
Knowledgeable in AP style
Proficient writer
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Knowledgeable in Photoshop and/or InDesign
Able to dedicate 15-20 hours per week to an internship
Internship tasks:

Performing support work for the Director of Communications and Marketing
Writing and distributing press releases to local and regional media
Designing advertisements, invitations, brochures and publications
Writing for the magazine, newsletter, e-newsletter, Web site and social networking sites
Updating Web site regularly through content management system
Promoting group tour opportunities and special events hosted by the Association & Museum
Helping develop and implement new marketing programs to reach a wide variety of audiences
Collaborating with other departments to provide support for ongoing projects and special events
A stipend will be offered commensurate with qualifications and previous experience.

For more information, visit www.oklahomaheritage.com. To apply for an internship, e-mail your resume, a cover letter, two references and two writing samples to ep@oklahomaheritage.com.

PR Agency Internship in OKC - Paid, Summer

The purpose of this position is to teach interns about the field of public relations and to help acclimate them to the demands of the profession. Each intern will receive hands-on, real-world experience as they team up with ‘Saxumites’ on projects such as: Public relations and media campaigns, project planning, research and intelligence gathering, writing, brand development and many others. Saxum interns are invited to join client account teams and to work alongside even senior public relations practitioners.

Qualifications:
Applicants should be juniors, seniors or graduate students with a background in public relations, journalism, marketing, communications or broadcast journalism. Applicants should exhibit strong writing, organizational and interpersonal skills as well as show an interest in current events, federal, state and local government, and in issues pertinent to Oklahoma. If this is you, then you will love the Saxum internship.

Job Description:
Interns will be required to perform the following tasks.

Conduct research and maintain databases on an assortment of projects. Examples include maintaining media lists, tracking media results, maintaining resource library and conducting online research. A great deal of Internet research will be required.
Participate in staff meetings to brainstorm ideas for current and potential clients.
Assist staff in managing a variety of client projects. May include background research, planning special events, news conferences and seminars, writing press releases and other collateral material, proofreading and developing creative concepts to meet the client’s needs.
Participate in client meetings.
Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to taking notes in meetings and other administrative tasks.
To Apply: Send a cover letter, resume and two writing samples to Lindsay Laird via email at laird@saxumpr.com.

Hours: 15 – 25 hours/week

Applications Due: April 3, 2010

Saxum|PR
6305 Waterford Blvd., Suite 470
Oklahoma City, OK 73118
www.saxumpr.com
405.608.0445

Nonprofit Marketing/PR Internship in OKC - unpaid

Creative Oklahoma is offering qualified students or recent graduates the exciting opportunity for a Summer 2010 internship. Creative Oklahoma is hosting the International Creativity World Forum in November. The summer will be spent preparing for this amazing event.

Benefits to intern:

Gain valuable industry knowledge
Build resume by accumulating evidence of abilities
Make professional contacts
Learn how to prepare for an international conference coming in November

Daily duties include, but are not limited to:
Write press releases
Assist in marketing efforts for international forum
Assist in giving presentations about the forum to groups
Extensive research and organizational projects
Make follow up calls for international forum
Assist with social media plans and strategies
General administrative duties
Create and modify documents, correspondence, and reports using Microsoft Office
Develop and analyze on-line surveys
Research and draft abstracts and reports
Compile direct mail lists
Assist in event planning for forum
Assist in preparation of board and other meetings and conferences, including assistance in preparation of agendas and other printed materials/packets
Maintain organizational documents, board contact information and meeting records
Attend committee meetings and develop minutes
Requirements:

Organized and detailed orientated with a proven ability to multi-task
Able to adhere to strict deadlines and take detailed direction
Must be self-motivated with initiative and able to work in a fast paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft products
Strong writing and editing skills
Ability to conduct research through various methods
Communications, Public Relations and Business undergraduates or recent graduates will be given preference.

Time Commitment:
15 -20 hrs per week. This internship is non-paid, but can be used for college credit.

Please email cover letter and resume to info@stateofcreativity.com

PR Agency Internship in OKC - Unpaid

Basic Function:
Public relations firm Crosby~Volmer International Communications is offering qualified students or recent graduates the exciting opportunity for a Summer 2010 internship.

Benefits to intern:

Gain valuable industry knowledge
Build resume by accumulating evidence of abilities
Make professional contacts
Daily duties include, but are not limited to:

Compiling media lists
Writing press releases
Extensive research and organizational projects
Making pitch and follow up calls
Assisting with social media plans and strategies
General administrative duties
Requirements:

Organized and detailed orientated with a proven ability to multi-task
Able to adhere to strict deadlines and take detailed direction
Must be self-motivated and able to work in a fast paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel desired
Strong writing and editing skills
Ability to conduct research through various methods
Communications, Journalism, and Public Relations undergraduates or recent graduates will be given preference.

Time Commitment: 12+ hrs per week

This internship is non-paid.

Please submit resume and cover letter to akurys@cvic.com. Visit www.crosbyvolmer.com for more information.

Political PR Internship in OKC

OFRG’s internships are designed to provide students and recent graduates with an opportunity to advance the principles of liberty through the promotion of limited government and individual freedom. Interns will also learn the inner workings of a non-profit organization and gain experience that will prepare them for entering the workforce after college.

Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age
Have an interest in government and a major (or minor) in political science, public policy, economics, computer science and/or organizational development
Enrolled in a college or university program for the specific purpose of gaining school credits toward a degree
Dress appropriate for professional work environment
Possess a positive and professional attitude
Job Description:
Our internship program offers a wide variety of departments in which interns can work. Some are assigned to help formulate and promote ideas regarding public policy, while others assist with research and data collection. There is also an opportunity to receive hands-on experience writing press releases, preparing electronic newsletters, developing social media techniques and dealing directly with print and broadcast journalists.

OFRG has three internship periods per year. Time periods and application deadlines are:
Summer: June 1st - August 1st, Registration deadline - March 15th, Notification - April 1st
Fall: September 15th - December 15th, Registration deadline - July 15th, Notification - August 1st

To Apply:
Download the OFRG Internship application packet at www.ofrg.org/contact/internships.

Contact:
Peter J. Rudy
Communications Director & Projects Manager
Oklahomans for Responsible Government
405.606.6565
peter@ofrg.org

Saturday, March 6, 2010

Paid PR Internship in OKC

Part-time Marketing Communications Internship – Summer 2010
Marketing Communications Intern
Teleflora is seeking intern candidates to join our technology marketing department this summer. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on variety of marketing and PR projects including electronic newsletters, marketing campaigns, market research and web content. Internship is approx. 20 hours per week.

Job Requirements :
Qualifications:
Jr. or Sr. pursuing public relations or journalism degree
Excellent writing and editing skills
AP style
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Experience with MS Word, Excel and Adobe Creative Suite helpful
To apply, please submit cover letter, résumé and three writing samples.
Visit this Web site to apply.

Sales and Marketing Internship - Paid

We're seeking a marketing and sales intern (unpaid) who would like to take advantage of learning real-world experience in a fast-paced, friendly environment. Back40 Design Group is a full-service marketing and design firm with 3 main departments:

Custom Web Design & Development
Marketing/Print Materials: Logo, Business Cards, Brochures, etc.
Monthly Magazine: Edmond Outlook
Learn. Experience. Grow. We simply want a talented and motivated individual whose looking to shine and show themselves as an up and coming star. We do not currently have a full time opening available, but this internship could easily become that should the person show incredible initiative. We never like to pass on a great talent. :) You will certainly learn a lot in our fast-paced environment across all 3 departments - there's nothing like it!

Key tasks would be to answer the phones, proof articles for the magazine for grammar/spelling, research the Internet for local Edmond and North OKC sales leads (new businesses, businesses in the news, etc), help input web content into our Proprietary Javelin Content Management System (training provided), call clients to secure their advertisement approvals, and much more. You will shadow a seasoned magazine sales rep to learn the ropes of product selling, and even shadow a web sales rep to learn more about selling intangible services such as websites.

Our ideal candidate would be a self-starter who is highly motivated toward marketing and sales. You would need customer service etiquette, and typical computer knowledge involving Google search engine, Email, Microsoft Word, etc. A great phone voice and personality would be helpful.

Full training available. We do not expect you to know what the terms SEO and CMS mean walking in the door. Full training is available to anyone willing to learn and work hard.

Part time hours are great. We work well with school schedules. We've even helped individuals get course credit through local colleges, where appropriate. If you've got 10 hours a week to spare, fantastic! 20? Even better! We're flexible. We want this to be a rewarding experience for you.

Want to be an ad rep for 50,000 readership?
Want to sell websites in an emerging market?
Want to learn about logo design, printing, and brand campaigns?
About Us:
Back40 Design Group is a full service marketing design firm with 10 years experience and hundreds of clients for websites, logos, print materials, as well as a direct-mail magazine. We work with many high profile accounts, such as Firelake Grand Casino, Oklahoma City National Memorial, OKC Zoo, and more. Edmond Outlook covers 50,000 homes and businesses in all Edmond zip codes, reaching from Deer Creek to Arcadia, from Quail Springs to Guthrie. For more information, visit www.back40design.com or www.edmondoutlook.com.

Submit Resume or Interest Letter to:
Stacy Brasher, Director of Operations
(405) 478-4080 office
(405) 315-1177 cell
stacy@back40design.com

Nonprofit Marketing/PR Internship in OKC - unpaid

The Harn Homestead Museum is currently seeking spring and summer Marketing & Public Relations interns.

Harn Homestead internships offer a flexible schedule and a commitment of a minimum of 180 hours
Office Hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Some evening and weekend work is required during special events
Non-paid, University Credit Available
Company History:
The Harn Homestead is a non-profit historic museum dedicated to preserving the historic homestead that belonged to William Fremont Harn and to educating the public about the territorial years of Oklahoma. The museum encompasses 9.4 acres of original land run property and houses seven historical buildings. Annually over 15,000 public, private and home-school children participate in the museum’s hands-on educational programming. In addition, another 10,000 guests visit the property for tours of Mr. & Mrs. Harn’s historic home. The Harn Homestead is available for private parties and corporate and civic events and also has four awareness events and one large fundraiser annually.

Job Description:

Marketing & Public Relations – Internship primarily responsible for assisting Coomunications Director with the Harn Homestead’s marketing and public relations plan. Duties may include scheduling the media to cover events, creating press releases, managing media database, managing Harn Homestead newsletter recipient database, poster distribution, and developing gorilla marketing, and social media/viral marketing opportunities.
Additionally, interns may help with the following:

Special Events - Duties may include soliciting auction prizes, coordinating event logistics, managing deadlines, coordinating invitation mailings, poster distribution, and other publicity for the event.
Development & Fundraising assisting with fundraising and development efforts for the Harn Homestead Museum. Duties may include database management, coordination of direct mail fundraising solicitation, data entry, and grant research.
Qualifications:
Coursework in communications, public relations, special events, fundraising or related field preferred. Must possess a willingness to work with a diverse group of individuals in an outdoor environment. Must have good organizational, customer service, outside sales, public speaking, excellent computer and time management skills. Must be willing to dress in historic costumes that are provided when needed. Work is both outdoors and indoors and does entail a lot of walking and standing.

Applications:
All applicants need to send a resume with a cover letter outlining the internship for which you are applying to Cher Golding at 1721 N. Lincoln Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73105 or via email at cgolding@harnhomestead.com. No phone calls please. Since work is with elementary school children, qualified applicants will also need to undergo a background check.

Marketing Intern in OKC - likely paid

This position will be responsible for developing effective marketing and communication materials. Primary focuses will be on web-site development & maintenance, marketing material creation and implementation, and working closely with the management and sales team to deliver a consistent marketing message.

Essential Duties and Respnsibilities

Partner with sales and other internal partners to craft communication materials of product and service offering(s)
Execute go-to-market strategies (implementation of sales and marketing collateral materials including presentations, white papers, RFP’s, brochures, feature/product sheets, newsletters, case studies and other collateral as needed to support sales and other internal partners)
Establish marketing project schedules (work-streams, milestones, and deliverables) and manage progress to ensure on-time delivery
Develop and execute lead generation and demand creation programs (e.g. online marketing, email campaigns, search marketing, content sponsorships, direct mail) conducting primary research for business and sales
Coordination for corporate-wide branding initiatives
Liaison to marketing vendors including web development, graphics, printers, and promotional merchandise
Develop creative content for Company internet site
Education and/or Experience

High School diploma or GED required. Must be in 3rd or 4th year of Bachelor's degree program from four-year college or university in a Business Marketing, or Graphic Design program. Experience in graphic design or marketing with good conceptual and technical skills a plus.
Must be able to use variety of software, including, but not limited to: Dreamweaver, Flash, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Illustrator, Photoshop), Microsoft Office Professional Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Publisher), Visio.
Understanding of web technologies, scanning techniques, and previous exposure to SEM (Search Engine Marketing) & SEO (Search Engine Optimization).
Language Skills
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization.

Apply
Please submit copy of your transcript, with a cover letter and a resume to sto_davis@yahoo.com

Marketing/PR Internship in OKC - unpaid

Organization: Sunbeam Family Services, Inc.
Supervised By: Director of Marketing and Development
For more than 102 years, Sunbeam Family Services has served central Oklahoma’s most vulnerable citizens. Our mission is to provide affordable, quality social services which result in improved individual and family functioning. All services are provided on a sliding-scale fee basis or free of charge, and include early-childhood, senior, foster care and counseling services.

Program Benefits:
Sunbeam’s Marketing and Development Internship will provide intern participants with a realistic, involved perspective of public relations, marketing and development/fundraising within a non-profit agency. During the course of the internship, valuable, resume-enhancing skills, experiences and abilities will be acquired. Interns will assist in marketing and development functions for the agency, as well as for Sunbeam’s Counseling, Early Childhood Services, Foster Care and Senior Services programs. The participant will have a unique opportunity to see how an agency’s marketing and public relations activities are managed, how to successfully work with and utilize volunteers, how to generate funding for non-profit programs, how to write grants, and how to garner public awareness for an agency’s social service programs. This is a wonderful opportunity to build an impressive portfolio and increase your professional networking opportunities.

Essential Duties:

Assist in content development and publication of quarterly agency newsletter
Assist with cultivation and maintenance of relationships with local media
Assist in the preparation of agency presentations
Assist with community awareness of agency services, including supporting development of brochures, reports, press releases and other materials
Assist with Sunbeam’s social media plans
Assist in the writing of grants, completing grant reports and conducting grant research
Assist in event planning for the agency and its programs
Assist with other duties, as assigned
Skills and Abilities:

Communicates effectively through both written word and verbal delivery
Communicates and cooperates with diverse individuals, various professionals and community groups
Exercises discretion in handling confidential information and materials
Communicates and respond in a manner that consistently demonstrates respect and concern
Manages time efficiently, sets priorities, is detail-oriented, solves problems and has the ability to multi-task
Self-motivated
Professional dress and demeanor
Additional Requirements:

Intermediate knowledge of computer applications, including word processing software in a Windows environment (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), desktop publishing software and the ability to learn and utilize other computer technology and software programs as needed.
Experience in use of standard office equipment (ex: copier, fax, printer, etc)
Experience or skills in graphic design is a plus.
Educational Requirements:

Current Undergraduate (junior or senior) or Graduate standing.
Major or emphasis in mass communications/communications, public relations, or business marketing and considering a career in marketing and development.
Deadline: January 31, 2009.

Hours: Flexible; Based upon individual schedule.

Non-paid; College credit available

Please e-mail cover letter (1 page only, please) and resume to:
Ms. Kelli Dupuy
Director of Marketing and Development
Sunbeam Family Services, Inc.
Email: KDupuy@sunbeamfamilyservices.org

Amazing Career Defining PR Internship - Paid in OKC

Position Location: Oklahoma City, Okla.

Work Directly With The Media Relations Maven

Are you the next PR star? Do you want to get first-hand experience working with the nation's top public relations trainer? Margo Mateas, The Media Relations Maven, has recently relocated to Oklahoma City and needs an intern. The Maven needs a part or full-time assistant to book travel and seminars, manage her schedule, follow up with leads, mail out training products and help out with marketing. This is a tremendous opportunity to learn the secrets of the trade working side-by-side one of our industry's most respected professionals. You must be smart, savvy, flexible, resourceful, hardworking and helpful. You must also be organized, have excellent written and verbal skills, and be detail-oriented. Those with writing and people experience strongly preferred. Compensation, hours and advancement opportunities are flexible. She is looking for the best of the best for this opportunity, so write her an email telling her why you are the best person for this position, along with your availability at margo@prtrainer.com. Position closes March 15, 2010.

PR Agency Internships in Tulsa - likely unpaid

Position Location: Tulsa, Okla.

Dates of service:
Early June through late August 2010

Application period:
Dec. 9, 2009 through April 15, 2010

Details:

Time commitment - 12-15 hours per week each
College credit - We work with students and their professors for applicable college credit.
Other benefits - We take our interns to PRSA meetings (and pay for their meal).
Qualifications:
Junior or senior in good academic standing with a portfolio of feature or release writing samples. Previous internships a plus. Professional wardrobe and reliable transportation a must.

A little more about what to expect:
Top 10 Intern Responsibilities & Activities

Assisting as needed with entry-level PR tasks associated with our various client projects
Online research/preparing reports on findings
Media list (local/regional/national/trade) updating
Seasonal work: spring interns may help with the development of Silver Links PR award entry notebooks (making copies, designing ID sheets, etc.); fall interns may help with holiday letters and gift basket assembly
Clip monitoring
Miscellaneous administrative duties as needed. This might include, but not be limited to: filing, making copies/labels/media kits, answering in-bound phone lines, screening/routing calls
Attending local PRSA chapter meetings with principals (you can network, we’ll pay)
Updating information databases.
Writing
Scheduling
Waller & Company Public Relations Inc.
Mary Waller
(918) 587-1909
mary@wallerpr.com