Public Relations Intern

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 45,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend provided

Mentorship

Networking opportunities

Flexible hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa, offers a Public Relations Intern role to gain hands-on experience in media monitoring, content creation support, and event coordination. This hybrid position supports remote work and in-office collaboration in Upington, providing a balanced learning journey.

You will work closely with the PR team, learn industry best practices, and gain exposure to press materials, campaigns, and professional networking.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• Strong interest in public relations and media.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Eagerness to learn with a proactive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring media coverage and compiling press clippings.
• Support the creation of social media content and blog posts.
• Help prepare materials for press kits and media briefings.
• Provide administrative support to the PR team, including databases and scheduling.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for campaigns.
• Assist with the logistical planning and execution of virtual and in-person events.

Skills

Strong communication

Media monitoring

Content creation

Team collaboration

Proactive learner

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR/Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated Public Relations Intern to gain hands-on experience in the field. This internship provides exposure to various aspects of public relations, including media monitoring, content creation support, and event coordination. You will work closely with the PR team to assist in executing communication strategies and learn industry best practices. This hybrid role allows for both remote work and in-office collaboration in Upington, offering a balanced learning experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring media coverage and compiling press clippings.
• Support the creation of social media content and blog posts.
• Help prepare materials for press kits and media briefings.
• Provide administrative support to the PR team, including managing databases and scheduling.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for campaigns.
• Assist with the logistical planning and execution of virtual and in-person events.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• Strong interest in public relations and media.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid setting.

Benefits

• Stipend provided for the duration of the internship.
• Valuable practical experience in the PR industry.
• Mentorship from experienced PR professionals.
• Exposure to a professional work environment and networking opportunities.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule.