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Harold Burson Summer Internship Program

The Harold Burson Summer Internship gives students the opportunity to work closely with experienced Burson-Marsteller professionals from across the U.S. Interns attend seminars each week conducted by colleagues from different specialty areas. This program often leads to job opportunities after graduation. The application deadline is Friday, Feb. 17 at 11:59 PST. Requirements Must be a rising senior, 2012 graduate A cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 Strong written and verbal communication skills Click HERE to apply Read more…

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Volunteers Needed for Public Affairs Institute

The American Red Cross of North Texas is hosting a Public Affairs Institute on Sunday, Feb. 18. They are seeking 3-5 volunteers to assist with logistics coordination, operational support, and speaker assistance. Volunteers are also needed to assist on Friday, Feb 17 in preparation for the Institute. This is a good opportunity for students to both learn and network. To find out more and volunteer email Jonathan Wallace-Recruitment Specialist. Public Affairs Institute The American Red Cross Read more…

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SPJ/TCU Career Conference

The Society of Professional Journalists of Fort Worth is sponsoring a journalism and PR professionals meet and greet for students on Saturday, Feb. 18 at Texas Christian University. Twenty-four area professionals in print, visual and broadcast journalism, as well as advertising and PR, will spend the day telling students what they need to succeed in their industry. Journalists from WFAA (Channel 8), CBS11, KRLD radio, The Dallas Morning News, Fort Worth Weekly, Texas Monthly, Fort Read more…

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SMU News & Communications Internship Spring 2012

SMU’s  News and Communications Department of Public Affairs is looking for interns for Spring 2012.  Students will add public relations materials to their portfolio and network with  professionals in media relations. Responsibilites include: Writing press releases for media distribution and media pitching. Assisting in filing and organization of media coverage. Conduct media outreach to students about upcoming events. Assist with Tate Lecture Series media relations. The position pays $9 an hour for 12 hours weekly Read more…

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Chick-fil-A Bowl Internship

The Chick-fil-A Bowl is looking for qualified candidates to fill four paid internships for the 2012 football season. The internships begin June 25, 2012 and conclude Jan. 31, 2013. Internships are available in Public Relations, Sales and Ticketing, and Event Management. Interns will be responsible for helping plan two Chick-fil-A Kickoff Games featuring the University of Tennessee versus North Carolina State University and Auburn University versus Clemson University. Each intern will gain valuable experience and Read more…

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PRSA Dallas Pro Am Day 2012

Interested in learning more about the world of PR? Eager to receive one-on-one training from PR professionals in the Dallas area? PRSA Dallas is hosting their Pro-Am Day on Friday, March 16, 2012. Pro Am Day connects students with experienced public relations professionals through a shadowing opportunity followed by an educational luncheon program. Students will be paired with an experienced practitioner during the morning to gain valuable public relations insight and establish network contacts through Read more…

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First PRSSA Meeting Scheduled Wednesday

The first SMU PRSSA meeting of the term is 6:30 p.m. this Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012 in ULEE (Umph) 241. This meeting is for all current PRSSA chapter members and any students interested in hearing more about the benefits of PRSSA. At this meeting you will also hear more about the upcoming Career Workshop, and how to learn about public relations and communications scholarships and internships first through SMU PRSSA.

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Comm. Studies Scholarships

The Division of Communications Studies is privileged to have an Advisory Board made up of distinguished members of the profession and community. In this spirit, and in alliance with the board’s goal of providing support to students in ways that will have a positive impact on the status and credibility of our program as well as to augment the preparedness of students for excellence in the workforce, Comm. Studies will now provide the following communication scholarship award opportunities for the Read more…

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SMU Cox School of Business Internship

The SMU Cox School of Business is looking for some help with promoting their summer program. The time commitment would be one to two hours a week an the duties would include working on a PR plan as well as putting up some flyers. This is a great volunteer opportunity to add to a resume! Email tvarma@smu.edu if you are interested. Summer Business Institute – Description If you’re a university student or a recent graduate seeking to strengthen Read more…

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Boulevard PR Now Hiring

PRSSA’s new PR group, Boulevard PR, is now hiring its second round of employees. All interested students should fill out an application no later than March 1, 2012. Click here to download the application: BoulevardPR Team Member Application  

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