Marketing Public Relations and Events Intern - See's Candies

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'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See's Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See's Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service.
See's is a leader in the confectionary industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about providing great customer service.

Job Description Summary:

See’s Candies is looking for an enthusiastic Public Relations & Events Intern to effectively support the Public Relations operations as part of the Marketing team under the supervision of a PR Associate. As the Public Relations & Events Intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to public relations efforts, participate in planning and organizing in-store event logistics, and gain an excellent baseline of knowledge in various facets of Public Relations.

This will be an eight week-long internship. You will work in the South San Francisco office four days a week (Monday-Thursday) and virtually on Fridays for approximately 40 hours total per week. Start and end date are flexible based on University schedule.

The pay for this position is expected to be $20 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Description:

Position Responsibilities:

Public Relations and Events

• Build media lists on Cision and Muck Rack
• Assist in compiling VIP mailers for celebrities, influencers, and media
• Monitor trends and industry news
• Monitor media coverage and summarize into a weekly report
• Assist with in-store event planning and logistics (Grand Openings, media events, etc.)
• Research and identify partnership, sponsorship, awards and event opportunities

Social

• Conduct research on current social media trends and brand competitors; present content and influencer opportunities as they arise
• Assist in reporting weekly social media metrics
• Support Social Media Marketing Manager with management of influencer content during campaigns

Core Capabilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Familiarity with major media publications and social media platforms
• Ability to multi-task in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong desire to learn along with professional drive

Education & Experience Requirements:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or currently working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field
• Familiar with Microsoft 365 including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel  

Preferred:

• Past internships in Public Relations and/or Marketing
• Previous experience with PR platforms including Cision, PRNewswire, Muck Rack,
• Portfolio of past writing samples

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Valuable hands-on experience
• Opportunity to participate in company meetings and grow professional network

See's is an EOE
See’s will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).