Melissa Libby & Associates is Hiring Interns for Summer 2022

Are you a student who is passionate about good food and drinks, restaurant culture and public relations?


We want to meet you! Melissa Libby & Associates is currently seeking interns for the summer 2022 semester.

Interns who join the MLA team will work with and learn directly from all agency functions, including media communications, social media management, special event planning, client services and content creation. From writing and publishing Dish Around Town website and social media posts to researching and inviting VIP contacts to special events and everything in between, our interns get hands-on experience working with our entire team across a wide range of real world projects.

Reliability, creativity, positive energy, great writing skills and a strong work ethic are crucial traits for this internship.

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Background

We are interested in meeting candidates from all backgrounds and disciplines who are interested in learning more about public relations and the restaurant industry. You do not need to be a PR major to succeed in this internship.

As long as you’re a strong creative writer who can follow AP Style, keep yourself organized and are committed to this opportunity, we would love to meet you!

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Requirements

Internships require 15-20 hours per week from May 10 to August 5. Schedules are flexible and can be customized in advance to fit your specific needs and academic semester, but Monday mornings from 10:30-11:30 a.m. are required for weekly team meetings.

Candidates do not need to be living in the Atlanta area in order to fill this internship position. With the proven success of remote work, we’re happy to interview and hire qualified, motivated candidates who live in different states.

We are only interested in meeting candidates who are committed to staying with us for the entire semester.

Responsibilities

Interns at MLA work across all departments and are tasked with a variety of projects to learn as much as possible. Tasks include:

  • Draft releases and media alerts for popular Atlanta brands.

  • Perform research for client projects.

  • Create regular blog posts and social content for Dish Around Town.

  • Attend meetings, calls and special events to assist as needed.

  • Brainstorm creative new ideas for clients.


Remote Work: Our team has transitioned to a mix of remote and in-person work, and we’re extending that flexibility to our interns as well. As long as you’re a motivated candidate who is capable of staying organized and productive while working remotely, you’re welcome to work remotely from wherever you live.

Compensation: Interns will be paid a $1,000 stipend upon successful completion of the program.


Ready to apply?

Please send your resume, cover letter, writing samples and schedule availability to brandon@ThinkMLA.com. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

To find out more about Melissa Libby & Associates and our work, please visit our website or social media pages. We love candidates who do their research and get familiar with us before we meet.

We're looking forward to hearing from you!