Media Relations Intern

Role Overview

• Research and compile targeted media contact lists for print, digital, broadcast, and radio outlets across four Midwest states
• Identify reporters, editors, producers, freelancers and influencers relevant to our priority topics and pitches
• Verify and update existing contact information using approved databases, newsroom websites and social platforms
• Organize contacts into structured, easy-to-navigate spreadsheets or CRM systems
• Track emerging media outlets, new reporters on beats and shifts in newsroom structures
• Prepare summaries or insights on media landscape trends across the region
• Support the Midwest Media Relations team with additional administrative and research tasks as needed

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program of communications, marketing, or related field, or a recent graduate with a degree in one of these or a related field
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience in research, writing, and editing
• Close attention to detail
• Access to a reliable internet connection
• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with an undergraduate degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or a related field
• Interest or background in conservation is a plus
• Midwest location preferred but not required
• Strong research and online sleuthing skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy with large amounts of information
• Familiarity with media outlets and basic understanding of how journalism works
• Experience with media databases (Meltwater, Cision, Muck Rack, etc.) is a plus but not required

Benefits

• Health care benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
• Parental leave
• Accrued paid time off
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Other life and work well-being benefits