Job No. 157899
- Job Title:
- Media Relations Intern - College of Education - IE
- Employer:
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James Madison University
- Location:
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Harrisonburg , VA
- Posting Date:
- 04-Mar-2026
- Description:
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General Information:
The Media Relations Intern for the College of Education at James Madison University will play a vital role in enhancing our university's presence in the media, elevating the education profession, and supporting faculty engagement with reporters covering education. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in public relations and media relations to gain valuable hands-on experience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Media Relations Support: Assist the University Communications team in connecting faculty members from the College of Education with reporters interested in education-related topics.
Writing and Communication: Strong writing and oral communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting University Communications in crafting persuasive pitches and communicating effectively with reporters.
AP Writing Style: Familiarity with the Associated Press (AP) writing style is required to ensure consistency and professionalism in all communications.
Subject Matter Expertise: Become familiar with the College of Education's faculty, their areas of expertise, and their ongoing research. Stay up to date on current events in the education field.
Pitching and Promotion: Assist in pitching College of Education faculty members who can discuss current events in education or highlight their innovative teaching methods. Help promote faculty expert pitches to the media.
Social Media Assistance: Collaborate with the University Communications team and the College of Education team to create and manage social media content related to faculty expert pitches.
Qualifications:
Enthusiasm for public relations and media relations.
Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
Knowledge of Associated Press (AP) writing style.
Proficiency in using social media for business purposes.
Strong interest in K-12 education and current events in the field.
Additional Posting Information:
Gain hands-on experience in media relations.
Work in a dynamic and collaborative university environment.
Opportunity to learn from experienced PR professionals.
By the end of this role, students will be able to:
Demonstrate dependability, punctuality, confidentiality and accountability in daily work.
Demonstrate an understanding of media relations and communications work within a dynamic university environment.
Demonstrate confidence in collaborating with a variety of stakeholders.
Manage deadlines and incorporate feedback into their work.
Demonstrate an understanding of media relations strategies and tools.
Conditions of Employment:
Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
- Contact information:
- James Madison University
- Harrisonburg, VA 22807
- United States
- Employer's Website:
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