PR: Ohio Economic Development Association

Public Relations Internship



Company/Organization: Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA)



Primary Focus: Participate on assigned projects with OEDA members and Association Staff to design, develop, and implement communication materials. Write and proofread communication documents such as newsletters, brochures, publications, and other electronic media.



Job Description:

• OEDA Website. Update the OEDA website - www.ohioeda.com – as needed.

• E-News/Constant Contact. Create E-News Blasts. News blast information will be loaded onto the website and linked to Constant Contact. Update distribution lists in Constant Contact.

• Social Media. Expand social media applications for OEDA use and its members to create interactive dialogue. Work with the OEDA to determine appropriate use and application of all relevant social media outlets.

• Communications. Work with the OEDA staff, Board and committees to write and place press releases and articles. Work with the local, regional and state-wide media to leverage placement of articles in newspapers, magazines, specialty, and association publications.

• Branding/Graphic Arts. Help develop and maintain the brand integrity of OEDA by creating a consistent, professional appearance in all communications using professional-looking graphic design principles and artwork to help tell the story.

• Event Assistance. Assist with marketing and onsite facilitation of events.

• Other duties as assigned.



Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or other related field with at least one other internship/job experience in public relations or other communications role.

• Intern must be able to commit to one year contract with OEDA.



Rate of Pay: $20.00 per hour - on contract basis.



Location: Columbus, Ohio (Internship allows for online remote access to complete the work)



Hours of Work: Subject to production requirements, when the spread of hours will be determined by the OEDA, the number of hours worked per week will normally be 10-20 hours.



To apply, submit your resume and three references to oeda@assnoffices.com no later than April 27th.

If you prefer to mail your resume, please mail to the address below to arrive no later than April 27th.


Ohio Economic Development Association (OEDA)

Attn: Internship

17 S. High Street, Suite 200

Columbus, OH 43215