JOB DESCRIPTION: 6months to start, hours are typically 8am-530pm or 830am-6pm

http://environicspr.com/us/about-us/us-careers/

Environics Communications is seeking a recent college graduate with a degree in public relations, journalism, and/or communications (or related field) for a full-time, paid internship position. Interns gain valuable, hands-on experience in a real-world setting from seasoned professionals who are truly interested in mentoring bright, young professionals.  Full-time interns are also considered for entry-level salaried positions with the company as such jobs become available.

Environics interns assist as appropriate in the planning and implementation of PR programs for a variety of clients. Duties include assisting staff in media relations, drafting press releases, creating and maintaining media lists, monitoring media coverage, conducting research, helping with client reports, distributing press materials and assisting with some administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate has excellent written and verbal communications skills, is a self-starter, is detail-oriented, can juggle multiple projects simultaneously, and has an understanding of digital media.  Preference will be given to candidates with previous relevant experience and graphic and/or video skills.

Environics Communications is a full-service, mid-sized North American public relations agency serving clients in the consumer, health sciences, technology, financial, sustainability and association/nonprofit sectors. The agency has offices in Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Toronto, Montreal and Ottawa.

Interested applicants should e-mail a resume and cover letter to internship@ecius.net. No telephone calls please. We regret that we cannot acknowledge or reply to all candidates.