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Internship Public Relations

Created on 10-01-2019
Location Portland

Description

The Opportunity

We are looking for an entrepreneurial and enthusiastic person with first working experience to support the PR team for 6-12 months with daily activities and long-term PR planning for the United States and Canada. You will work in an international environment where we make ideas happen fast, encourage out-of-the-box thinking and where independent, entrepreneurial mindsets are important to success.


Key responsibilities include:

  • Draft and distribute press releases and press materials
  • Pitch, communicate and build relationships with current and new media contacts
  • Track and report on media coverage
  • Build and keep up to date media lists and databases
  • Assist in organizing and attending PR events and media visits
  • Support the PR team with day-to-day administrative needs
Besides being excited to be part of the team that is putting the fun into the run for millions of people, we hope you’ll also bring:

  • Work experience (1-2 years) in a public/media relations, journalism or communications role (internships included)
  • Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills
  • A team player with an entrepreneurial mindset that thrives when challenged
  • A passion for running and/or athletics with a knowledge of the sports industry preferred
  • Experience with Cision and Salesforce preferred
What we offer:

Located in the heart of Portland, OR, we offer a sportive, challenging and supportive working environment that is counted amongst the top startups with an international, dynamic and entrepreneurial spirit. This is where your work matters, you’re hands-on and your team members are amongst the very best in their respective disciplines and fields – so join us. 


 

Benefit

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