With Who: Polka Dot Productions (She Tris Sprint Triathlon)
Location: Mount Pleasant, SC
Dates: Summer 2020
Position Description: (This is a paid internship.) The PR promoter is known for savvy writing and networking to help procure articles about She Tris and our amazing participants in local and regional print and online media. The ideal candidate is strong in creative writing, enjoys telling a story, and is passionate about publishing inspiring content. Candidate does not have to already have media contacts, but should be able and willing to connect with various sources and is self motivated to find new media outlets for publishing articles.
- Free entry to a future She Tris event (can be given to a friend as well)
- Free swag from sponsors
- Professional connections and exposure with area businesses
- Professional mentoring/guidance
- Resume building and experience in areas specific to public relations
- Flexible hours
Learning Objectives:
- The intern will gain hands-on experience with all aspects of planning, promoting, and/or organizing a race event.
- The intern will hone professional communication and problem solving skills in collaborating with event partners.
- The intern will develop project management skills in the planning, execution, and promotion of company events.
- The intern will further develop marketing, social media, and/or PR experience and have liberties to curate/grow the social community.
- The intern will have an opportunity to network with other professionals in the field at clinics, race events, and other community events connected with the company.
- The intern will have an opportunity to conduct informational interviews with other professionals within the organization with our local partners and job shadow based upon his or her interests.
Application Deadline: Applications close on April 16th, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Apply (or request more information): Apply today! Submit your application via the CofC Handshake Portal.