Communications department at leading Florida environmental organization seeks intern:

Communications department at leading Florida environmental organization seeks intern:

Must be trustworthy, Internet savvy, have attention to detail, knowledge of social media including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc. Proven writing skills. Able to conduct research and update media lists. Prior internship experience a plus. Great opportunity to contribute to an important cause impacting the state of Florida.

Position would be paid and report to senior director of communications at Everglades Foundation offices in Palmetto Bay. Hours TBD. In addition, intern would be reimbursed for any out-of-pocket expenses such as mileage, etc. Submit resume via e-mail to rgibbs@evergladesfoundation.org

Additional responsibilities include:
• Research (including, but not limited to research of news coverage; data for press materials; competitive research; internal research through appropriate sources)
• Assist with organizing press events, conference calls and conferences
• Build out the Foundation's presence on social networking sites
• Updating materials (i.e. fact sheets, calendars, planning documents, etc.)
• Participate in collective brainstorms for program development
• Loading press releases on the Everglades Foundation website
• Updating press kits
• Answering basic media requests for annual reports, press kits, fact sheets, photographs
• Managing and maintaining photo library
• Compiling and distributing daily clips

Richard Gibbs
Senior Director of Communications
EVERGLADES FOUNDATION
18001 Old Cutler Road, Suite 625
Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
Phone: (305) 251-0001 x235
Cell: (305) 606-6407
Fax: 305-251-0039
E-mail: rgibbs@evergladesfoundation.org
www.evergladesfoundation.org
One Mission. One Priority. Restoring America's Everglades.