Overview
The purpose of the internship is to support the implementation of media-focused communication activities. The intern will gain practical experience in media engagement, content creation, and advocacy communications while contributing to enhancing the organization’s public visibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in maintaining and updating media contact lists and databases.
- Support outreach to journalists, bloggers, and media outlets.
- Assist in organizing press briefings, interviews, and media events.
- Help respond to media inquiries under supervision.
- Assist in drafting and editing press releases, media advisories, social media content, and event summaries.
- Support content packaging for media dissemination.
- Track daily media coverage and compile media clippings.
- Assist in preparing media monitoring reports.
- Assist in organizing communication files and documentation.
- Provide logistical support during communication activities and events.
- Support coordination with internal teams and external partners.
Qualifications
- Proof of enrolment in an undergraduate or advanced degree programme in a reference letter from school confirming student requires internship or Up-to-date university transcript or Statement of result/certificate evidencing completion of a degree within the last two years (if applicable).
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Academic background in communication, journalism and related disciplines.