CG&A Internship Program

We accept intern applications throughout the year. Interns are immersed into our fast-paced office environment and work on a variety of projects. Opportunities include writing press releases, pitching stories, 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, with the possibility for an extension or a permanent position with the firm.  Intern salary begins at $11 per hour.

Qualifications:

* 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 with social media platforms – ideally blogs, Facebook, Twitter and Flickr

Preferred:

*Experience with community outreach/public affairs campaigns

*Bilingual or significant experience with diverse communities

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

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

Holly Dotterer
Carolyn Grisko & Associates Inc.
400 W. Erie, Suite 400
Chicago, IL 60654

Or you may e-mail: hdotterer@grisko.com