Apply now Job no: 602927
Work type: Temporary
Location: Orlando
Categories: Internships, Marketing & Sales, Orlando - Internships
Universal Destinations & Experiences Internship Program:
This job posting advertises opportunities for both Summer and Fall 2024 semesters. Candidates will indicate which semester they are interested within the application.
- Applications Close: February 16th, 2024, at 11:55PM ET. Submit your application as soon as possible - don't delay!
- Program Dates:
- Summer 2024: Approximately May 2024 - August 2024
- Fall 2024: Approximately September 2024 - December 2024
JOB SUMMARY: This intern role will allow the student to gain firsthand experience and understanding of PR and its role within Trade, Marketing and Sales at Universal Orlando. Core responsibilities include assisting with day-to-day information distribution, coverage tracking, writing media materials, media management, assisting with event planning/execution, etc. Intern will also have the opportunity to shadow campaign planning and implementation for marquee events such as Mardi Gras as well as new product/offer launches.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develops various PR materials, including media alerts and press releases.
- Regularly updates media contact lists and monitors Media & PR inboxes, including answering
- media requests in a timely manner.
- Participates in brainstorm sessions for major PR tactics and pitches.
- Tracks media coverage and sentiment and provides summary reports to management, as needed.
- Assists with implementing tactics and event planning, including broadcast shoots.
- Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
- In pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Junior or above.
- Recent graduates will not be eligible for this program.
- Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.
- An official transcript may be required upon request.
- Preferred majors include: Public Relations, Communications.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Preferable skills for success in role include but not limited to:
- Comfortability interacting with media contacts in-person, by phone, and by email required.
- Must be efficient in Microsoft Office Programs including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities and organization.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Superior written & verbal communication skills.
- Work in a fast-paced environment and adhere to deadlines.
- Ability to work autonomously and/or in teams.
- Consistent attendance.
Please note the following:
- This internship will be a hybrid experience, based in our Orlando offices.
- Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than August 2024 or December 2024 to participate in the Summer 2024 or
- Fall 2024 semester, respectively.
- Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
- In addition to all of our internships being paid, you may be eligible for financial assistance towards housing if applicable. Specific details about eligibility would be provided at the time of offer.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.
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Advertised: Feb 1 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Feb 16 2024 Eastern Standard Time
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