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Intern, Public Relations & Media

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Media & Journalism
  • Milwaukee

AI generated summary

  • You must be a full-time student in Communications, PR, or Journalism, skilled in Microsoft Office, a quick learner, and adept in social media, especially LinkedIn, with previous related experience.
  • You will create news moments, assist in writing media materials, monitor coverage, support metrics reporting, conduct competitive analysis, manage content calendars, and promote local volunteer initiatives.

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university
  • Pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations or Journalism
  • An effective communicator to all levels of the organization
  • Must have demonstrated computer skills, including use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • U.S. citizen or legal right to work in the U.S.
  • Demonstrates an ability to learn quickly and independently
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written) preferred
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Firm grasp of social media tools and platforms, with a focus primarily on LinkedIn
  • Previous internship or related experience in communications

Responsibilities

  • Identify opportunities to create news moments, keeping abreast of current events and news cycles and business developments.
  • Assist team in writing media pitches, press releases, media list development and ad hoc content.
  • Monitor media coverage and analyze public perception.
  • Help manage suite of media monitoring tools and support regular metrics reporting to measure effectiveness of communications efforts.
  • Complete competitive analysis project and research of peer companies’ external communications efforts.
  • Create planning and editorial calendars for owned content including executive LinkedIn support.
  • Communicate about the Johnson Controls summer internship program across platforms.
  • Support Johnson Controls Philanthropy and Volunteerism team in local volunteer initiatives.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the internship?

The internship focuses on supporting the public relations & media team at Johnson Controls, with an emphasis on advancing the narrative around smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Glendale, WI.

What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university, pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, or Journalism, and must have demonstrated computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Is prior experience in communications necessary to apply for this internship?

No, prior experience is not necessary; however, previous internship or related experience in communications is preferred.

What types of tasks will I be responsible for during the internship?

Interns will identify news opportunities, assist in writing media pitches and press releases, monitor media coverage, manage media monitoring tools, conduct competitive analysis, and create content calendars, among other tasks.

Are applicants required to be U.S. citizens?

Yes, applicants must be U.S. citizens or have the legal right to work in the U.S.

What skills are preferred for applicants to possess?

Preferred skills include the ability to learn quickly, strong communication skills (both verbal and written), problem-solving skills, and a solid grasp of social media tools and platforms, particularly LinkedIn.

Will I have the opportunity to collaborate with other teams within Johnson Controls?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally with Public Relations, Communications, Sustainability, and Marketing teams.

What initiatives will interns support beyond public relations activities?

Interns will also support the Johnson Controls Philanthropy and Volunteerism team in local volunteer initiatives.

What is the Johnson Controls Future Leaders Internship Program?

The Johnson Controls Future Leaders Internship Program is a Top 100 Internship Program that provides valuable skills and experiences aimed at transforming participants' futures in a professional environment.

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Mission & Purpose

At Johnson Controls (NYSE:JCI) we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. As the global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. With a history of more than 135 years of innovation, Johnson Controls delivers the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, manufacturing and beyond through its comprehensive digital offering OpenBlue. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries, Johnson Controls offers the world`s largest portfolio of building technology, software as well as service solutions with some of the most trusted names in the industry.