What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Intern position at Illinois Policy?
About The Job Communications Intern
The Illinois Policy Institute is seeking a Communications Intern to help promote original research and perspectives from the state's strongest taxpayer advocate, and support our mission to foster and maintain a positive brand image with media stakeholders.
Responsibilities
The Illinois Policy Institute is seeking a Communications Intern to help promote original research and perspectives from the state's strongest taxpayer advocate, and support our mission to foster and maintain a positive brand image with media stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Writing press releases on new policy research
- Pitching and corresponding with members of the media
- Updating or creating organizational talking points
- Preparing experts for interviews
- Researching potential opportunities with outlets and podcasts
- Writing media recap reports
- Drafting scripts for video content
- Conducting and writing interviews with local residents
- Assisting with media metrics and reports
- Collaborating with the team in problem-solving and strategic discussions
- Be interested in news media or enjoy following along with the media cycle
- Have familiarity with the concept and benefits of free market policies
- Have interest and/or familiarity with Illinois and Chicago
- Have excellent writing and editing skills
- Hold or working to obtain a bachelors degree in journalism, communications, media studies or similar
