OPENINGS

CAROLYN GRISKO & ASSOCIATES SEEKS
PAID FALL INTERN!

Fast-paced, growing public affairs/public relations firm needs an intern to work on a variety of projects. Opportunities include writing press releases, pitching stories to reporters, coordinating mailings, clipping news stories, assembling briefing books and press packets, researching issues and handling event logistics. Responsibilities will grow with your abilities. 

Candidate must be able to work 9:00 - 5:00 M-F (plus additional hours when necessary). The internship will have an initial duration of 3 months, but could be extended or possibly turn into a permanent position with the firm.

We are looking for someone with:

* A major in public relations, journalism, communications, political science, English, or marketing

* An interest in the public affairs/public relations field
Proven writing skills

* Excellent interpersonal skills

* Expertise in computer applications –Microsoft Word, Microsoft
Access, Microsoft Excel, Power Point, etc.

Experience in public relations—such as pitching stories to reporters, planning events and writing press releases—is preferred and will merit higher compensation.

Candidates must be able to work at least 35 hours a week, with the option of working up to 40+ hours per week.  Salary begins at $11 per hour. 

Please demonstrate your writing skills by sending us a letter describing your interest in our firm. Include your resume and send to the following:

Katie Olson
Carolyn Grisko & Associates Inc.
400 W. Erie, Suite 400
Chicago, IL 60610

Or you may e-mail: Katie Olson

RESUMES
We accept resumes from candidates with public relations, marketing and public affairs experience. Please forward NON-INTERNSHIP resumes to Beth Yates.

INTERNSHIPS
We accept resumes from internship candidates throughout the year. If interested, please submit your resume and writing samples to Katie Olson .