Spring 2024 Public Relations Intern

* CURA Strategies is looking for an ambitious, self-starter to join our team as an intern. Our paid interns are fully integrated members of our team and key players in helping us do great work for our incredible clients. * This isn’t a “get our coffee” internship—interns gain extensive hands-on experience working on a variety of tasks across multiple accounts. The following is a small sample of our client portfolio: The Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation, American College of Cardiology, CareDx and The Leapfrog Group. * This is a paid position of $17.00/hour. In limited cases, we have adjusted for graduate students with more extensive experience. RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist with traditional media relations activities, including building media lists and crafting newsworthy pitches * Assist with client social media efforts, including drafting content, creating graphics, and monitoring for engagement opportunities * Draft written content, such as newsletters, blog posts, press releases, client presentations and measurement reports * Provide support for various virtual or in-person client events * Attend and capture action items from internal and client meetings/conference calls * Participate in new business brainstorms and research * Other projects and duties as requested, directed or assigned * Assist office manager with administration tasks QUALIFICATIONS * Has an appetite and drive to always do more * Is thorough and detail-oriented, particularly with spelling and grammar * Has excellent writing, analytical and oral skills * Has a professional demeanor and is a team player * Works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple projects at once while meeting deadlines * Is extremely organized and able to manage time well * Approaches projects with a can-do mindset, but will ask questions when they’ve exhausted other options * Has a working knowledge of social media strategy for business * Is proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint * Bonus points if you have: * Graphic design experience and working knowledge of the Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro) * Video editing experience * Government relations and public affairs experience This position is open to recent grads, graduate students, and seniors studying public relations, communications, marketing, journalism, or a related major with an interest in health care communications. Prior communications and public relations experience is preferred. Strong preference will be given to applicants who can work onsite in our Crystal City office every day. All applicants shall receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status or disability. In a recent blinded employee survey, 100% of employees strongly believe, “Everyone here [at CURA Strategies] is treated fairly regardless of race, gender, age, ethnic background, disability, sexual orientation, or other differences.” To apply, please send your resume and cover letter, along with two writing samples (one short, such as a social media post, and one long, such as a press release) in PDF format to: Thy-Ann Nguyen, Chief of Staff Thyann.nguyen@curastrategies.com