Public Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility, Co-Op

Canon USA; Melville (NY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Canon welcome kit

Employee discounts

Dress for Your Day attitude program

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Canon U.S.A., Inc. offers a 4-6 month co‑op in Melville, NY for a graduate student. You will rotate between Public Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility teams, gaining exposure to media relations, CSR initiatives and corporate communications.

The role involves hands‑on projects, content development, social media support, and coordination of events. Local travel up to 10% may be required, with a competitive hourly rate and strong emphasis on collaboration and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Eligible candidates must be actively enrolled in a Master's degree program at a local university.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support Public Relations activities including media tracking and content curation for Canon units.
• Identify new media outlets and contacts to expand media lists.
• Craft and edit pitches, press releases and media alerts.
• Route documents through internal review processes from start to finish.
• Monitor competitor media and summarize insights for stakeholders.
• Coordinate conferences and CSR-related events and media activities.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Independent & collaborative

Critical thinking

Fast learner

Public relations interest

Education

Master's degree candidate in PR/Communications/Journalism

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Canon U.S.A., Inc. is seeking a motivated graduate student currently enrolled in a local university to participate in a 4-6 month Co‑op opportunity within the Public Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) team in Melville, NY.

This hands‑on experience offers exposure to corporate communications, media relations, community engagement, and CSR initiatives while working alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects that support Canon's brand, reputation, and commitment to social responsibility. The role provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience, build professional skills, and contribute to impactful initiatives in a collaborative environment.

Your Impact

This opportunity allows the currently enrolled Graduate Student to rotate between the following teams: Public Relations and Corporate Social Responsibility.

Public Relations

The key responsibilities would include but not limited to:

• Participate in media tracking and curating interesting content for different platforms for all the Canon business units.
• Identify new media outlets, contacts, platforms to enable Public Relations to build media lists.
• Craft and edit pitches, press releases and media alerts.
• Process documents through internal review processes from start to finish.
• Monitor media for competitor news that can be written up and presented to Canon business units.
• Maintain close communication and follow‑up with business units regarding deadlines, approvals and review processes.
• Coordinate and execute conferences related to CSR or company brand‑driven trade shows, press interviews, and media‑driven events.

Corporate Social Responsibility

• Support CSR communications, social media, and PR initiatives.
• Partner with the Public Relations and Media Relations teams to amplify Canon's CSR efforts and increase visibility.
• Assist with content development, copyediting, and proofreading for internal and external communications.
• Support CSR events, conferences, showroom tours, press interviews, and media activities.
• Research and identify organizations and opportunities that align with Canon’s CSR priorities.
• Assist with social media and PR efforts highlighting Canon’s CSR programs and showroom activities.
• Help coordinate calendars, agenda, and project materials.
• Work collaboratively with CPCD and other internal teams to support Canon brand initiatives.
• Assist with tracking media coverage and preparing research and insights.
• Support projects from planning through execution with strong attention to detail.

Travel

• The position offers the opportunity of approximately 10% local travel, as well as possible domestic travel depending on business needs.

About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring

To be eligible, applicants must be actively enrolled in a Master's degree program at a local university at the time of application.

• Current enrollment in a Master's degree program in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace applications (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Gmail) and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills; experience with media monitoring, research and event planning is a plus.
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced professional environment.
• Demonstrated interest in public relations, corporate communications, corporate social responsibility, event planning and brand reputation management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and professionalism.
• This position requires flexibility to travel locally, up to 10%, and domestically as needed based on business needs.

We are providing the anticipated rate for this role: $25.00 hourly.

Company Overview

About our Company - Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. To learn more about Canon, visit us at www.usa.canon.com and connect with us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/canonusa.

Who We Are

Do you want your next professional experience to be filled with purpose and opportunity, world‑class team members, and impactful work? Driven by our mission of exceeding customer expectations with our technologies and enriching the lives of our local communities and staff, we are a phenomenal team working collaboratively toward common goals. Our employees have a strong work ethic, creativity, and a cooperative spirit. We believe in integrity, respect, empowerment, and making a difference in the communities we serve. There is a strong sense of pride in what we do individually and together as a team. Join us and discover what it means to work for a global digital imaging leader with an unparalleled reputation for quality and innovation.

What We Offer

You’ll be joining a leader in digital imaging and innovation with an immense opportunity to make an impact and create your own rewarding career. We demonstrate commitment to our employees by offering a full range of rewards, including competitive compensation and benefits.

And Even More Perks!

• Employee referral bonus
• Employee discounts
• “Dress for Your Day” attire program (casual is welcome, based on your job function)
• Volunteer opportunities to give back to our local community
• Swag! A Canon welcome kit and official merch you can’t get anywhere else

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Canon U.S.A., Inc. offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Savings Plan, discretionary profit sharing, discretionary success sharing, educational assistance, recognition programs, vacation, and much more. A more comprehensive list of what we have to offer is available at https://www.usa.canon.com/about-us/life-at-canon/benefits-and-compensation.

We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, orders and mandates, including those we may be required to follow as a federal government contractor/subcontractor.

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company will not pursue or support visa sponsorship. All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of hire.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Workstyle Description

Hybrid - This position is full time and offers a hybrid work schedule requiring you to be in the office three days a week and an option to work from home the remainder of the week (unless a specific business need arises requiring in office attendance on other days). Note that work schedules and office reporting requirements may change from time to time based on business needs.