Intern
Riptide Communications Inc. provides high-quality press and public relations service to groups and individuals committed to progressive social change. Combining a keen sense of newsworthiness, well-written materials and persuasive advocacy, Riptide designs and executes effective media campaigns on a wide range of issues. Working closely with the Riptide Communications staff, the Communications intern will assist with daily functions of the office as well as work on long-term projects.

Intern Responsibilities include:
Assist in organizing and producing materials for major communications campaigns
Daily collection of relevant press clips
Occasional writing and editing of press releases or other materials
General administrative assistance
Possible assistance on longer-term projects
Maintenance of the Riptide Communications press database, including update of current media databases


All Riptide Communications Internship Candidates require:
Superior oral and written communication skills
Enthusiastic and self-motivated work style with attention to detail
Interest in progressive politics and organizations
Ability to work in the office at least 15 hours per week
Interest and/or course work in journalism/public relations field
Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop a plus


Salary & Hours
This position provides a $500 stipend and requires a minimum commitment of 15 hours per week for a period of 3 months.
Available for credit and non-credit applicants.


TO APPLY:
Please fax/mail/email a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample to
Riptide Communications
270 Lafayette St. Suite 1300
New York, NY 10012
Fax: 212.260.5191
info@riptideonline.com