Volunteer: Public Relations Intern

About I’RAISE I'RAISE Girls & Boys International Corporation, founded in the heart of the North Bronx in 2012, began as a mentoring program for at-risk female youth living in New York City Authority Housing. Under the visionary leadership of CEO Shanequa Moore, the organization quickly expanded its reach and impact. Shanequa, a Bronx native who overcame poverty and significant life challenges, was inspired to give back to her community, creating a resilient organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and youth.,

Internship Title Public Relations Intern

Location Hybrid [NYC]

Supervisor Executive Officer of Project Management

Department Marketing Department

Hours 19 hours per week

Open Spots Three (3)

Relevant Major PR, Communications, and Media Relations or related fields

About IRAISE

I'RAISE Girls & Boys International Corporation, founded in the heart of the North Bronx in 2012, began as a mentoring program for at-risk female youth living in New York City Authority Housing. Under the visionary leadership of CEO Shanequa Moore, the organization quickly expanded its reach and impact. Shanequa, a Bronx native who overcame poverty and significant life challenges, was inspired to give back to her community, creating a resilient organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and youth.

Incorporated in 2013 and achieving Tax-Exempt Non-Profit status in 2014, I'RAISE has grown into a formidable force for positive change. Initially focused on mentoring, the organization recognized the critical need for mental health support in public schools and strategically pivoted to address this gap. Today, I'RAISE champions equity in mental healthcare through culturally responsive programs that foster resilience, well-being, and empowerment for youth.

Internship Overview

Looking to gain hands-on experience in public relations and media communications? Join I'RAISE as a Public Relations Intern, where you'll have the opportunity to work closely with professionals in the PR field, while learning and applying key strategies in media relations, content creation, and event coordination. This internship offers a blend of in-person and online work, allowing for flexibility while developing critical skills that will set you up for future career success.

This role is ideal for students seeking a dynamic environment to grow their technical, creative, and project management abilities, while contributing to meaningful PR initiatives that support the mission of our organization.

Interns will have the opportunity to focus on one of the following PR projects, depending on their interests and career goals

• PR Intern - Fireside Chat Management
  
  

Focus on setting the vision and managing the PR strategy for the Fireside Chat, a bi-weekly virtual discussion hosted by CEO Shanequa Moore. During these sessions, we invite guests to share insights on topics that align with I'RAISE's mission. This includes promoting the event, coordinating with speakers, and analyzing the success of each session.

• PR Intern - Podcast Strategy and Management
  
  

Set the vision and manage the PR efforts for I'RAISE's podcast series, including content creation, media outreach, and social media promotion.

• PR Lead Intern - Fireside Chat & Podcast Leadership
  
  

Lead both the Fireside Chat and Podcast PR Interns, ensuring cohesive branding, media outreach, and overall project success.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting press releases, contacting media outlets, and coordinating PR activities that raise awareness for I'RAISE's initiatives.
• Develop engaging content for social media, newsletters, and outreach materials to elevate the organization's public profile.
• Conduct research to identify media opportunities, support PR campaign planning, and assist in developing strategies to streamline communication efforts.
• Help coordinate logistics for press conferences, public events, and editorial meetings, gaining valuable event management experience.
• Draft and distribut
  
  

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