Tuesday, October 25, 2011

PR Internship in Governor's Office

Communications/Public Relations/New Media Political Internship Program


Office of the Governor of the State of Connecticut

Communications Department

Application Due Dates:

November 15 for Spring 2012
April 1 for Summer 2012
June 30 for Fall 2012

Duties:

This internship will put you in the middle of the fast-paced, 24/7/365 Communications Department of the Office of the Governor in the State of Connecticut. Starting the day early by compiling and sending around news clips to the Governor’s staff; you may find yourself staffing the Governor at an event; researching and writing memos, advisories and press releases; updating the website and social media accounts; working with staff to prepare for, plan and execute upcoming events; and monitoring newspapers, blogs and social media for news stories.

Eligibility:

Must be a fifth-semester college student or higher with a keen interest in pursuing the journalism, communications or political science fields. An ability to think-on-your-feet and pitch in wherever necessary is a must.

Applications/POC:
Email a cover letter, resume, and 3 writing samples to:

Colleen Flanagan
Director of Communications
Colleen.Flanagan@ct.gov
860.524.7308

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