Digital Intern

Edelman is a leading global communications marketing firm that partners with many of the world’s largest and emerging businesses and organizations, helping them evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Edelman owns specialty firms Edelman Intelligence (research) and United Entertainment Group (entertainment, sports, experiential), a joint venture with United Talent Agency.

Edelman Atlanta has an immediate need for an Intern on the Digital team. Edelman Atlanta’s intern program is a full-time, 6 month paid internship open to recent graduates, designed to propel your career in the ever-changing world of communications marketing. If you have general knowledge across social media platforms, a personal digital footprint that reflects this understanding and an interest in pursuing a career in social media, then please read on!

The Intern is responsible for assisting with implementing and monitoring projects within a specific set of accounts under the direction of the supervisor. S/he works closely with and supports the needs of the account teams. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Basic understanding of the principles of public relations, digital marketing and social media * Basic understanding of key client information, including general business strategy, industry issues, products and services, key customers and competitors in the marketplace * Participation in brainstorms when invited by the supervisor * Assist with monitoring client social channels * Update media and influencer lists * Assist with compilation of social media coverage reports and channel trend reports * Familiarity with AP style * Draft pitch letters and/or email pitch memos to vendors with the approval of the supervisor * Conduct and compile research and have a basic understanding of research and media list building tools (Factiva, Edge, etc.)

* The intern must be able to work effectively with a variety of account service staff within a specific set of accounts * S/he must have good organizational skills and the ability to adapt to new conditions, assignments and deadlines * S/he must have solid knowledge of MS Office Suite and superior verbal and written communication skills * S/he must demonstrate familiarity with AP Style and the ability to become a strong writer * Familiarity with the Public Relations discipline through past coursework or other internships is desirable