PR INTERNSHIP: In Person

R. Couri Hay; New York (NY); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend: $25 per day

Job summary

R. Couri Hay is offering a Fall Internship in New York City for bright college juniors, seniors, and recent graduates with strong multi-tasking abilities.

The role emphasizes hands-on exposure to the PR industry, with opportunities to work on hospitality, hotel, restaurant, and lifestyle accounts. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and communications skills, be computer-savvy, and thrive under deadlines.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive with strong initiative and follow-up abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; comfortable with Internet usage.
• Mac experience; knowledge of Cision is a plus.
• Available to start ASAP; able to work in person at least 2 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist with major PR media projects and events.
• Create media lists and clip media placements.
• Conduct online research and support coverage tracking.

Skills

Excellent writing

Oral communication

Proactive

Follow-up skills

Microsoft Office

Mac

Cision knowledge (a plus)

Education

Currently enrolled in college or recent graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Mac

Job description

Fall Internship – R. Couri Hay Creative Public Relations

Description:

Couri Hay Creative Public Relations (RCHCPR) is looking for bright, motivated college juniors, seniors, and recent college graduates with strong multi-tasking abilities for internship opportunities, beginning ASAP for the Fall Semester.

RCHCPR is a boutique full-service public relations firm in New York City that specializes in the development and delivery of high-profile media coverage and strategic branding. Our range of work includes hospitality, hotels, restaurants, chefs, and food and beverage companies. Additionally, we represent lawyers, doctors, and other professionals, as well as philanthropic organizations, artists, designers, fashion and beauty experts, architects, interior designers, and social figures.

RCHCPR’s internship program is a great way to gain real hands-on experience and professional exposure. The internship program is designed to provide motivated and interested candidates with knowledge of the PR industry. Our goal is to provide our interns with a meaningful, educational and fun experience. The ideal intern is computer savvy, informed about current events and pop culture, and has the ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment. Candidates must have strong communication and writing skills and must be comfortable dealing with all levels of staff and clients. Previous PR/Marketing internships strongly preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with major PR media projects/events
• Creation of media lists
• Clipping media placements
• Online research

Requirements:

• Possess excellent writing/oral communications skills
• Be proactive and show initiative
• Have strong follow-up skills
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office and Internet usage
• Be proficient in Mac
• Knowledge of Cision a plus, but not required
• Be able to start ASAP
• Be available a minimum of 2 workdays a week in person Mondays, Tuesdays, and/or Wednesdays

(Office hours are 9am – 6pm)

• Be available for at least a three-month commitment
• Must be a college junior, senior, or recent college graduate
• Be eligible for school credit OR receive a $25-per-day stipend