Description:

Are you wondering if a career as a journalist, media organizer, or progressive communications expert is for you? This internship program will offer you a chance to learn about crafting strategic communications, pitching reporters, and organizing media outreach.

The Sierra Clubs national media team is seeking a motivated and personable intern. This is a great opportunity to learn more about communications in the progressive non-profit world, while making an impact on critical environmental and political issues.

Responsibilities will include:
· Pitching stories to the media
· Drafting and editing press materials, including content for social media and blogs
· Monitoring and compiling Sierra Club media coverage
· Attending Congressional hearings
· Providing general support for the Media team
· Other individual projects as assigned

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate would be a self-motivated, energetic, strategic thinker with very strong writing abilities, good phone skills, and a passion for environmental and social justice. Willingness to take risks and manage own projects is a plus. Responsibilities will be tailored to personal skills and areas of interest.

Other qualifications: Current college student or recent college graduate. If you are foreign student, we cannot review your application unless you are part of a program that arranges your paperwork for you--we cannot arrange an H1B visa.

Paid Internship Info:

Unpaid

Hours:

Minimum 20 hours scheduled at your discretion; ful

Length/Availability:

10-20 weeks preferred, starting in January, 2013

Start Date:

1/3/13

End Date:

2/15/13, 5/31/13

Deadline:

12/15/12

Tags:

public  relations    pr    blogging    journalism    nonprofit    advocacy    environment    writing    social  media    politics 

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