PR Intern – Deadline: Apply ASAPJob Description:
Under supervision from the PR + Marketing Coordinator, the intern will be responsible for supporting media relations, print, and electronic publicity for Bike MS.
Job Duties:
*Draft content for press releases
*Manage and update media contact list
*Submit online calendar postings
*Interview and write participant and team stories
*Work with staff to create copy for Bike MS website
Required Skills:
*Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
*Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines
*Knowledge of Associated Press style
*Ability to empathize with clients and event participants
Benefits:
*Development and enhancement of personal and professional resume
*The opportunity to do something about MS now
Training and Support:
*Templates and/or sample documents for most items will be available for reference
*PR+ Marketing Coordinator and Bike MS Coordinator will supply factual information, and provide guidance for most content
*PR+ Marketing Coordinator will act as editor for written pieces
Employment Begins: Spring 2010
Employment Ends: End of Summer 2010
Job Location: 104 SW Clay Street, Portland, Oregon
Hours Per Week: 10
Salary Range: Unpaid
How to Apply:
Submit the following materials to Wendy Kuessel Allison by email (info@defeatms.com) or mail (104 SW Clay Street, Portland, Oregon 97201):
*Internship application (available online at www.defeatms.com)
*Current resume
*Two writing samples (ex. Press release, marketing piece, research paper (1-5 pg. max) | 
