About the Role
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation’s most effective animal advocacy organization, is seeking a Media Relations Intern for the Media Relations department. As an Intern you will be Introduced to essential media relations software and techniques in a nonprofit setting. You will gain experience writing short-form Twitter content, press releases and preparing other written documents for the media, using Cision and Muckrack software to target reporters for pitches, making calls to reporters to garner interest in HSUS stories and working on long-term media campaigns with members of our diverse Media Relations team. You will be invited to join regular strategic department meetings, and will be brought in to help with larger, more complex projects that will foster teamwork and encourage creative thinking. The intern will have a chance to meet with every member of the Media Relations team to learn about each aspect of the department.
About the Organisation
The humane society we envision for animals will also be a better world for people, and it’s only through human efforts that we’ll get where we want to go. Because our advocacy is driven by people, we’re strongest when our people are empowered and valued. A work environment that fosters inclusion and collaboration energizes our teams, drives better thinking and makes our impact for animals more sustainable. Working with communities and stakeholders around the world, we integrate a wide range of cultural perspectives in our approach to create a humane and sustainable world for all animals. We are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in every aspect of our work and at all levels of our organization. We recognize and respect the full spectrum of human qualities, so that the unique talents of all employees are dignified with equitable access to opportunities and an ability to contribute to our mission.