PR Intern (Unpaid) - FIAF (Midtown East)

PR Intern
French Institute Alliance Franchise (http://www.fiaf.org)
22 East 60th Street
New York, NY 10022

Position Overview:
We are currently looking for a highly motivated Public Relations (PR) Intern with loads of personality and a solid interest in learning about the industry and creating key working contacts. The right candidate will help execute the department’s media strategy for the organization’s winter and spring programs, including: performance, art, film, food and wine events, fashion, book events, etc. The intern will become familiarized with the New York media landscape while helping to secure coverage of FIAF’s broad range of cultural programming. He/she will be the right hand to the PR Director and support FIAF’s mission of increasing knowledge of the French language and interaction among French, Francophone and American cultures.

What to expect:
• On-the-job experience in the Marketing & Communications department and great exposure to the best of French culture in New York.

Responsibilities:
• Conduct daily media monitoring and organize/produce press books
• Manage all event listings and help with pitching
• Research new media outlets and update press lists
• Collaborate on press releases for programs and events
• Support the PR Director on-site at FIAF events
• General administrative/marketing duties

Education/Skills Required:
• Bachelor of Arts degree or higher
• Motivation to work in the PR industry
• Strong writing skills – must be native English speaker
• Strong attention to detail, well organized and able to multi-task
• Strong interest in the arts and desire to work in a Francophile/multi-cultural environment

Compensation:
Intern will receive a monthly travel stipend
French classes and membership are also offered in addition

Commitment:
We are open to discussing a flexible weekly schedule consisting of at least 24 hours per week. Candidates must also agree to a 6-month commitment at the outset.

To Apply:
Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Sonya Yim, Human Resources Director, at syim@fiaf.org (Subject: PR Intern)

** PLEASE NOTE: Due to the large number of applicants we receive, we will only be able to contact those that we would like to meet for interviews. Thank you for your interest in FIAF! **


FIAF is a multi-disciplinary cultural organization. Its mission is to promote and enhance the knowledge and appreciation of French and Francophone culture, to increase the knowledge of the French language, and to encourage interaction among French, Francophone and American people through education and cultural programs. FIAF presents Cinema, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and social event programs. FIAF has an extensive French library and Language Center.

Reply to: syim@fiaf.org


• Compensation: Unpaid
• This is at a non-profit organization.



Posted By: Meredith Lynch