The Commonwealth Club seeks a motivated, bright & organized fellow to assist our Director of Public Relations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is a skilled writer looking for hands-on experience and would like to learn journalistic writing. Please note that this person will need to commit for at least 6 month period or longer. This position is ideal for part-time or full time students or professionals looking to learn and contribute to the public relations world.

The Media/PR Intern will:

• Assist the Public Relations Director in all activities.
• Write media advisories and press releases.
• Staff high-profile events by assisting with media check-in on Thursdays and Fridays.
• Interact with TV, print and radio to gain coverage for Club programs.
• Help to update and maintain press lists and media coverage tracking.
• Maintain and monitor press clippings.
• Conduct internet research to identify and contact possible program attendees when needed.
• Assist with outreach efforts to targeted audiences, placing calls, creating lists, etc.

Qualifications:

Exceptional writer. Excellent communication skills and quick learner. Attention to detail. Interest in public affairs.

A monthly travel stipend of $62 is available in exchange for 15 hours per week.

Great contacts, location and background for anyone interested in non-profit or media-related work, as well as the opportunity to interface with leading figures from politics, media, academia and the arts.

Please send a cover letter, resume and professional writing sample to Riki Rafner at rrafner [at] commonwealthclub [dot] org.

The Commonwealth Club of California is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public forum.