USA TODAY Network Corporate Communications Summer 2018 Internship- New York, NY

Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is an innovative, digitally focused media and marketing solutions company committed to strengthening communities across our network. With an unmatched local-to-national reach, Gannett touches the lives of more than 110 million people monthly with our Pulitzer-Prize winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services. Gannett brands include USA TODAY NETWORK with the iconic USA TODAY and more than 100 local media brands, digital marketing services companies ReachLocal and SweetIQ, and U.K. media company Newsquest. To connect with us, visit www.gannett.com.

As part of our company, you will develop and apply skills and experiences to support our Corporate Communications team. The purpose of the internship experience is to provide opportunities where college (undergrad and grad) students can develop, grow and become the next generation of talent for Gannett. This program offers mentoring, networking and real-world experience in a fun, entrepreneurial atmosphere. As part of our team, you will help support the day-to-day internal and external communications efforts for the Gannett and USA TODAY NETWORK brands by working closely with superiors to execute across a wide variety of campaigns. Apply today!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Corporate Communications team with variety of projects, both internal and external, with a focus on B2B and Product areas
• Develop press materials, including press releases, internal memos, pitch letters, recap reports etc.
• Assist in management of social media channels, including content development and monitoring
• Monitor and organize media coverage and be able to provide weekly progress reports to reflect ROI on specific PR initiatives
• Collate daily internal newsletter highlighting relevant important company and industry news
• Participate in PR planning and strategy idealization
• Support planning and execution of corporate communications events when necessary

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree-seeking student currently enrolled at a college or university with a GPA of at least 3.0
• Strong interest in the news and media industries
• Well organized, detail oriented, adaptable and flexible
• Familiarity with Cision and/or Critical Mention a plus
• Ability to multi-task and work well in a team environment
• Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communication skills
• Previous internship experience a plus
• Technical skills required for multiple aspects of the role