PR Internship at VISIT FLORIDA

Posted by Stephanie Vivirito on

Title: Public Relations Intern

 

Application Deadline: August 9, 2019

 

Description:

 

VISIT FLORIDA®, the Official Tourism Marketing Corporation for the State of Florida, is seeking a public relations intern for the fall 2019 semester. Build your portfolio while working on both national and international media and influencer campaigns with an enthusiastic, cutting-edge PR team.

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Assisting in the coordination of media events, such as missions, receptions and press trips.
  • Reporting on earned media results using Salesforce CRM platform.
  • Assisting the media with story ideas covering the state of Florida.
  • Assisting with vetting of social media influencers, bloggers and traditional journalists.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with VISIT FLORIDA’s Partners across the state.
  • Writing and editing press releases and talking points.
  • Learning the latest PR tactics and strategies from seasoned professionals.
  • Learning how to work with media and agencies in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Brazil, Mexico, Germany and China markets.
  • Drafting and sending digital marketing emails to VISIT FLORIDA Partners.
  • Creating press trip itineraries for media.

 

Requirements:

  • 20 hours per week.
  • Must be able to commute to Tallahassee-based headquarters.
  • Coursework or experience in public relations, journalism or a related field.
  • Must be a full-time student.

 

Desired Skills:

  • Experience with AP Style.
  • Basic knowledge of graphic design.
  • Experience with collaborating with a team.
  • Attention to detail and deadlines.

 

A stipend will be paid upon successful completion of the internship.

 

Internship can be used for class or graduation credit.

 

To apply, please send your resume, cover letter and two writing samples to pr@VISITFLORIDA.org.