Graduate Communications Intern – PR & Social Media

Wollborg Michelson Personnel Service Inc; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Solihull Council is offering two paid internships for 12 months to train graduates in public relations and communications. You will join the busy Communications Team, handling media enquiries, drafting press releases, and managing social media.

The role includes campaign work to promote council issues and close collaboration with the Mayor of Solihull. As a graduate, you’ll gain a diverse portfolio and real-world experience in a politically restricted post within a democratically accountable

Qualifications

• Great written and spoken communication skills with the ability to interact and engage with people from diverse backgrounds.
• An enquiring mind, with enthusiasm and a real willingness to learn and develop throughout the internship.

Responsibilities

• Take calls from journalists and respond to enquiries.
• Write and issue press releases and statements; use the Council’s social media channels.
• Work on campaigns to promote Council issues via traditional and digital channels.
• Collaborate with the Mayor of Solihull to promote engagements.
• Build a portfolio through varied work during the internship.

Skills

Strong written communication

Spoken communication

Interpersonal engagement

Curiosity and willingness to learn

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Solihull Council is offering two paid internships for 12 months to train graduates in public relations and communications. You will join the busy Communications Team, handling media enquiries, drafting press releases, and managing social media.

The role includes campaign work to promote council issues and close collaboration with the Mayor of Solihull. As a graduate, you’ll gain a diverse portfolio and real-world experience in a politically restricted post within a democratically accountable