Intern, Media Relations

The Role:

The Media Relations Intern's role is to assist the team in several tasks including: research, content writing, preparing PowerPoint presentations and some ad-hocks assignments as per the direct supervisor’s requests.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

• Organize bi-weekly meeting between clients and mid to senior level employees at APCO 
• Assist in drafting media Q&As/talking points for client spokespeople – in English and/or Arabic.  
• Assist in drafting basic content pieces  
• Maintain industry/ media contacts to remain informed of industry activity and trends on local, regional levels 
• Complete all necessary administrative tasks, such as research and email 
• Assist in producing monthly media coverage reports, annual press coverage report and specific press coverage reports for news releases - as advised by client.
• Invite and manage media before, during and after client events.  
• Assist in preparing coverage, weekly and monthly reports 
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations 
• Ad Hocks assignment as per the Account Director’s request

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in business management, Marketing, Economics, International Relations, Mass Communication or Equivalent
• Good writing, communication, organization, time management and initiative skills
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Proficient in Arabic and English Language
• Available for 8 hours/day

About APCO

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact. 

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues. 

APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services. 

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.

By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.