Edelman Smithfield is the strategic transactions and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) advisory boutique within Edelman, that works alongside capital markets participants to provide counsel and communications support in strategic situations, including M&As, IPOs and activist defense. Our work ranges across financial communications and investor relations advisory work.
We are not looking for an intern with decades of experience and industry qualifications. Instead, we seek a colleague who loves learning, always goes back to first principles, and shares our passion for helping clients solve problems. In return, we will support you in your journey to build the foundational skills and learning frameworks in support of your career as an indispensable business partner.
About EdelmanNEXT
EdelmanNEXT, is an enriched internship program that provides work experience, training and mentorship for students. We empower and equip our interns with the best skills to excel in their careers.
This program is a full-time, 6-month internship (Jul to Dec 2024).
What you can expect:
- Hone our foundational skills as communicators – including simplifying complex and often divisive topics for diverse audiences.
- Be directly involved in engaging clients, stepping up to the plate as part of client servicing or pitch.
- Work closely with colleagues working on financial services accounts, as well as investor relations and strategic situation advisory.
- Have a dedicated coach that can help you get the most out of your internship experience.
- Meet passionate communicators across the Edelman network who are willing to share their knowledge and expertise.
- Experience our Edelman and Edelman Smithfield culture – that’s what makes our strategy tangible.
Responsibilities
- Draft press releases, media lists, fact sheets, briefing documents and much more.
- Learn the basics of your clients’ business – i.e. product/service offerings, media targets, and competitors.
- Conduct research for new business pitches and support pitch decks when required.
- Update media lists and pitch media contacts, under the direction of a supervisor.
- Stay up to date on industry news and trends.
- Participate in team brainstorming sessions.
- Assist with the preparation of press kits for distribution.
- Assist with research projects and new business audits.
Ideal Candidate Will Have the Following Skills and Capabilities
- Passion for communications, PR and Financial Services.
- Proven organizational skills and the ability to adapt to new assignments, deadlines, and conditions quickly.
- Proactiveness in the delivery of tasks and drive to learn quickly.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills – whether presenting to colleagues, drafting emails to clients, or participating in brainstorming sessions.
- Strong research skills and a demonstrated ability to become a strong writer.
- Developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a variety of people across multiple accounts.
- Basic understanding of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube).
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- History of strong leadership skills through work experience and/or extracurricular activities.
- Demonstrated creative thinker.
- Familiar with the public relations, digital marketing, or communications discipline through past coursework, internships, or personal experiences.
- Basic financial knowledge will be a bonus, but not a must.
Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Our 6,000 people in more than 60 offices deliver communications strategies that give our clients the confidence to lead and act with certainty, earning the trust of their stakeholders. Our honors include the Cannes Lions Grand Prix for PR; Advertising Age’s 2019 A-List; the Holmes Report’s 2018 Global Digital Agency of the Year; and, five times, Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work. Since our founding in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business. Edelman owns specialty companies Edelman Data & Intelligence (DxI) and United Entertainment Group (entertainment, sports, lifestyle).
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