Public Relations Intern

The Optical Society, a prestigious non-profit, scientific professional society in Dupont Circle, is seeking a college-level intern majoring in public relations/integrated communications to work in the PR/communications department.

Position Summary: 

Writing, Research & Analytics

• Assist with OSA Publishing/PR journal tracking & reporting processes
• Draft monthly Optica report
• Write/Post social media content (as needed)
• Help maintain the OSA social media editorial calendar
• Assist with monthly social media analytics excel pull
• Curate, draft and edit content for the OSA blog
• Review media pick-ups associated with OSA press releases
• Post approved news releases to the OSA website
• Assist with updating OSA web content
• Assist with PR support for conferences/tradeshows
• Other duties as assigned

Position requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and superior writing ability. You will gain practical, hands-on public relations experience at a global non-profit organization. Assignments will be comparable to those of an entry-level PR position and will give you a well-rounded introduction to a fast-paced PR environment.

Education & Experience:

• Undergraduate or Graduate-level coursework in public relations, science and/or integrated communications
• Familiarity with social media and media relations tactics
• Familiarity or former experience in a scientific professional organization
• Experience using Microsoft office software

Skills & Abilities:

• Interpersonal and written communication skills required for internal and external contacts
• Ability to manage workflow with daily deadlines
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment

Term:
June - August 2021 preferred, part-time (15 -20 hours per week). Stipend/hourly rate to commensurate with experience.

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Send resume, cover letter and two page writing samples to resumes@osa.org.