The BBC is a member-driven organization that builds relationships with local government, education and community entities to create a prosperous business climate for the six communities it serves — Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township and Franklin. Communications interns will have the opportunity to assist with the following communication functions: media relations (draft news releases, public service announcements and other media materials as well as monitor news coverage and prepare press clippings), publications/electronic information (assist with preparation of electronic newsletter and event update and prepare and print materials such as fliers and mailings), develop and manage chamber social media accounts and web profiles (i.e. Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.) and assist with website changes, research (conduct research as needed to identify public relations opportunities or prepare competitive analysis), events and programs (complete tasks as assigned to help prepare for events and program, including promotion and publicity - i.e. posting online calendar listings, etc.). The chamber seeks interns who have completed college coursework in marketing, graphic design, social media, communications or similar subject matter. Interns will have journalism or writing experience and be familiar with the development of social networking site profiles and other mass-publishing interactive web applications. Media relations experience desired but not necessary. Internship hours are flexible and a stipend will be paid for work completed. College credit also is available. Interns report directly to the Marketing & Events Manager. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Kelly Bennett via email at kellyb@bbcc.com No calls please.
About Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber
We are a membership organization helping businesses grow by offering: Referrals, Exposure, Resources & Events. Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber is a membership organization dedicated to promoting the economic development, strengthening the business climate and maintaining the quality of life in Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township and Franklin.
Requirements
MINIMUM CUMULATIVE GPA
3.5
ALLOWED SCHOOL YEARS
Junior, Senior
ALLOWED MAJORS
All Sales, Marketing, Public Relations, Digital Communication, Communication & Media Studies, Advertising, Journalism, and Radio, Television, Media majors
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS
US work authorization is required
Location
Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber
725 S. Adams Rd., Suite 130
Birmingham, MI 48009
