Tulsa Nonprofit Internship

Position Location: Tulsa, Okla.

Alzheimer’s Association Oklahoma and Arkansas Chapter: Marketing Internship

Program Goal:
The internship program at the Alzheimer’s Association Oklahoma and Arkansas Chapter is designed to provide interns with a realistic, hands-on perspective of the marketing/public relations profession. In the process, interns gain valuable, resume-building skills, experiences and work samples.

Qualifications:
Coursework in communications, public relations or related field preferred. Must possess a willingness to work with a diverse group of individuals. Must have good organizational, customer service, excellent computer and time management skills.

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Write and edit correspondence including news releases, web stories and magazine articles for a variety of clients.
• Assist with promotions and events.
• Collaborate and communicate with other members of the Marketing and Program Department
• Assist in the preparation of organization newsletter
• Website administration: develop local chapter presence on social media sites including Twitter, MySpace and Facebook, and regularly update content provided by VP of Marketing and Programs
• Provide a weekly report with status of projects and hours spent on projects

Candidate Should Have:

• Academic approval for internship course credit.
• Completed at least two years of study in journalism/public relations degree tract.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, InDesign, Photoshop, e-mail, Internet and PowerPoint.
• Strong writing skills.
• Experience and familiarity with basic journalism practices and AP style.
• Strong desire to participate in a team environment.
• Professional dress and demeanor.
• At least 10-15 hours a week to devote to the internship. Hours are flexible. May work from home computer with access to email and Internet.

Contact:
Tonda Ames, VP of Marketing and Programs 918-481-7782