Touchpoint Communications: Seeks Public Relations Intern (Summer 2021)

With Who:  Touchpoint Communications

Location:  Charleston, SC

Dates:  Summer 2021

Position Summary:  Are you enthusiastic, pro-active and excited to have an internship with REAL tasks? Then you should apply to this public relations internship.

You’ll work for Touchpoint Communications, a division of FishBaitSolutions, focusing on tourism destinations in South Carolina (may work on other clients, too).

You’ll learn how to: 

  • Uncover what’s special about the people, sites and offerings make each destination marketable.
  • Write and pitch media via email
  • Create press releases & media advisories
  • Utilize the Cision media database & create media contact lists
  • Vet & outreach to social media influencers
  • Plan events & create itineraries for visiting journalists & influencers

Requirements: 

  • Prior PR experience is a plus
  • Keen interest in Public Relations
  • Strong written & verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint
  • Good work ethic; ability to multi-task
  • Ability to work independently
  • Must use personal laptop
  • Ability to work at our office on King Street or remotely

Notes:  This is an unpaid internship for experience or course credit. Would like to create a schedule with the candidate (8+ hours per week). Intern will report directly to Cristy Armstrong, account director.

Apply (or request more information):  To apply, please email your résumé and a note about your qualifications to Cristy at cristy@touchptcom.com.

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