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Alliance Defending Freedom Media Communications Intern in Washington, District Of Columbia
Everyone says they want to change the world. We’re looking for people who actually will.
Alliance Defending Freedom is an alliance-building legal organization that advocates for the right of people to freely live out their faith. Please visit www.adflegal.org/about-us/careers to view our Statement of Faith and Doctrinal Distinctives.
Media Communications Intern
Alliance Defending Freedom is looking for a highly motivated unpaid Media Communications Intern to join is in our Washington, DC Office preferred or from a remote home office to receive school credit. As the Media Communications Intern, you are a vital part of the Media & Advocacy Communications team. In this role, you will report to the Director of Media Relations and will be tasked with assisting the Media Specialists, attending media training sessions with attorneys and clients, and having the opportunity to write pitches. The intern will also assist in other public relations projects and events. This internship provides a great introduction to the public relations world for someone who is considering exploring a career in public relations, policy, or law.
Your Essential Responsibilities:
In this position, you will:
Attend media training sessions with attorneys and clients
Assist in drafting media pitches
Track media interviews; compile media reports
Assist in creating Media Kits
Assist in building Press Lists
Research and flag relevant articles for pitching opportunities
Summarize news of the day
Monitor media inbox and the news cycle
Assist with scheduling media meetings and interviews
Assist with getting approval on press statements
Other Responsibilities (Non-Essential):
- You will be asked to perform related duties or special projects as assigned.
Skills you need to succeed:
Knowledge of:
- Journalism, public policy, law, government, public relations, or strategic communications
Demonstrated proficiency in:
Being detail oriented
Strong attention to detail
Strong interpersonal relationship building
Strong creativity
Ability to:
Be a team player
Be flexible with many changing demands
Work, motivate, and initiate within a team and independently
Education and/or experience:
Current college student interested in journalism, media, or communications work
Must receive college credit for the internship
ental, Vision, 401(k), Paid maternity, Paid paternity, Disability insurance