Please find the 2013 Len McLean Scholarship application here.

Hours Per Week: Negotiable Unpaid 

Duties: Draft press releases, articles, Facebook posts, web content, tweets and other essential communications. Help design an advertising and outreach strategy. 

Call 231-7925 Email Repealthegiveaway@gmail.com

Expires: 2014-08-31

HDR is a global employee-owned firm providing architecture, engineering, consulting, construction and related services through our various operating companies. Our professionals are committed to helping clients manage complex projects and make sound decisions.
To learn more about HDR, please go to our website: www.hdrinc.com

Hours Per Week: 40 (ideally it would be full-time, but could be part-time)

What type of position: Paid
 

Duties: We have an exciting opportunity in our Anchorage office for an intern in our Marketing Group. The right candidate will have completed their first year in a college marketing, journalism, advertising, or English program. He/She must be self-motivated, able to multi-task and work independently as well as with a project team to complete tasks. Strong organization and time management is required, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills and a positive attitude. Primary duties will include supporting the marketing team in a variety of tasks related to proposals, statements of qualifications, presentations, resumes, project descriptions, etc. 

Typical workload includes database work, attending marketing and strategy meetings, providing QA/QC for submittals, etc. This position may be subject to a pre-employment drug test and drug and alcohol testing during the course of your employment based upon HDR's Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy. Enrolled in undergraduate studies or a graduate program.

This position requires:
* Minimum 1 year satisfactory performance in a marketing, journalism, advertising, or English program.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
An Affirmative Action Participant EOE M/F/D/V

How Do Applicants Contact You: Please apply online at https://prod.fadvhms.com/hdr/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*7F8D362A7B68E0FE
Expires: 2013-05-31

Applications are due June 1 for the PRSA Alaska Chapter Leonard McLean Scholarship. The annual scholarship is named for one of the founders of the PRSA Alaska, to honor his contributions to the local organization and to the advancement of the profession.  
Eligibility:  
•    Resident of Alaska; can attend college outside of Alaska
    Member of the Public Relations Student Society of America (either at a chapter or as affiliate member if
    your school does not have a PRSSA chapter) (prssa.org/about/affiliate.aspx)
•    Full-time undergraduate student at a 4-year accredited institution
•    Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0; cumulative GPA in major of 3.4  
•    Pursuing a major in public relations, journalism or communications
•    Demonstrates an interest in pursuing a career in public relations
•    Attending school full-time during entire 2013-14 school year

To Apply:
• Submit completed application form along with:  
1. Resume including any academic honors, special projects, activities, internships and volunteer work, work experience/training.  
2. Official transcript of all college studies, including grades of the preceding semester.  
3. One page essay discussing either of the following topics:
•    Discuss the role of public relations in a world where online news and social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) are replacing traditional media
•    Discuss the role of public relations in community building and how you plan to use the skills learned to personally make an impact
4. Three writing samples or PR campaign plans (may include class work) including at least one news release. Include a brief description of each piece. If submitting published work, please include a copy of the work as published.
5. Proof of residency (AK Driver License, PFD)
6. Evidence of PRSSA membership
7. Two reference letters sent under separate cover. At least one letter must be from an instructor of a public relations/communications course you have taken or are taking.

**All materials must be postmarked on/before June 1 and mailed to: PRSA Alaska Chapter, Attention Len McLean Scholarship, PO Box 241812; Anchorage, AK 99524

Selection Process:
•    Scholarship Committee will review applications
•    Telephone/in-person interviews will be conducted with finalists
•    The successful applicant shall receive at least 80 points based on:  20 points Scholastic achievement/pursuit of goals (based on transcripts, course work) 10 points Letters of recommendation  20 points Essay (clear, effective articulation of career goals is a must) 15 points Writing samples/campaign plans; incl. professional presentation 10 points Internships/experience/community activities 25 points Telephone interview (quality of responses and poise)
•    Award announced during summer 2013



Len McLean Public Relations Scholarship
PRSA Alaska Chapter
Name:                             Date:


Mailing Address:  


Telephone:                        Email:


Address in Alaska (if different than mailing address):  


University:


College Class in 2013-2014:    Freshman        Sophomore        Junior        Senior


Declared Major:                    Public Relations Emphasis?        Yes    No


Expected Graduation Date:                Overall GPA:                Major GPA:


Checklist:  
•    Resume        
•    Official transcript of ALL college studies
•    One page essay
•    Writing samples or PR campaign plans
•    Proof of Alaska residency (AK driver’s license or PFD receipt
•    References (sent under separate cover
•    Evidence of PRSSA membership

The information contained in this application is true, correct and complete.    Yes        No


Signed:                                        Date:




Postmark no later than June 1, 2013.  Mail to:  PRSA Alaska Chapter, Attn:  Len McLean Scholarship, POB 241812, Anchorage, AK  99524

Holley Writes, LLC is a content strategy and development firm that specializes in translating science and health concepts into copy that informs, educates, and/or markets to a variety of audiences.

Hours Per Week: 40
What type of position: Paid

Duties: I’m a marketing specialist who plans and develops content for life science companies for purposes of education and lead generation. I’m looking for a full-time intern to help with marketing activities so I can use more of my time on content strategy and creation for clients.
I need a strong writer, researcher, and communicator who’s interested in science, passionate about marketing, and understands the principles of inbound marketing and targeted prospecting. You must be curious, results-oriented, organized, and not shy about pitching ideas and making recommendations.
You’ll start with up to one week of paid training to familiarize yourself with the tools and processes I use. Then, you can grow your professional network and build a portfolio of bylined articles while working in your PJs. Pay starts at $12/hour, which I’ll increase by $2/hour every five weeks if you meet certain KPIs.

Responsibilities:
• Research and compile a list of highly targeted prospects using LinkedIn, Jigsaw, industry association and trade publication websites, and Google search
• Write brief, thoroughly researched, and highly customized emails to prospects, then track responses and follow-up phone calls and emails on a CRM system (Note: you will not be making follow-up phone calls)
• Based on an outline I’ll provide, research and write the first draft of a lead generating e-book
• Contribute blog post ideas and manage a four-month editorial calendar
• Write at least one blog post per week
• Optimize, post, and promote all articles and blog posts
• Research guest blogging opportunities
• Join LinkedIn groups and engage your network by posting helpful comments and links to relevant content
• Brainstorm with me on website rebranding efforts
• Proofread copy

How Do Applicants Contact You: Accomplish this application form: http://www.holleywrites.com/marketing-internship-application/
ONLY email me at maggie@holleywrites.com if for some reason the link doesn’t work or if you have any questions.

Expires: 2013-05-10

Marketing/Public Relations Intern (Anchorage)

NeighborWorks Anchorage, a non-profit agency, is seeking a Marketing or Public Relations Summer Intern to help us with multiple projects within our organization this summer. You will help us with clerical work, Facebook, marketing materials and database, etc. The right candidate must be computer literate, organized and detail oriented. You must also possess a current driver's license, reliable auto, clean record and pass a drug test. This position is a full-time temporary position with the work hours being Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Please respond to this ad; send your resume to 480 W. Tudor, Anchorage, AK 99503; or fax to 677-8483. EOE. Like us on Facebook at NeighborWorks Anchorage! 

Compensation: DOE This is at a non-profit organization.

Duties would include:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Applies research techniques and analytical methods to the study of administrative systems, organizational structures, policies and procedures for assigned department. 

• Assists in conducting special studies in conjunction with a project, analyzes data. 

• Composes, types and prints reports, general letters, spreadsheets, e-mail, and memoranda from rough drafts or general instructions, involving the assembly of data from computer and paper file or record sources. 

• Assists management with internal and external research. Assist with creation and execution of initiatives stemming from research. 

• Analyzes, generates and maintains records and other reference material necessary for departmental use. 

• Provides information and assistance to internal or external customers. 

• Prepares project reports, progress summaries, statistical analysis, and related data. 

• Assist management with project assignments, research and analysis. 

• Answers and makes phone calls, responds to program related questions and sends written material as appropriate.

• Other duties as assigned. 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

• Communication Skills - Successful candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Position will require frequent preparation and delivery of detailed plans and proposals. Strong communication/interpersonal skills with emphasis on decision-making, conflict management, team building and teamwork. Must have ability to develop work plans, work effectively as a member of a team, report on status of projects, and represent the team in meetings and/or with the client, and be able to coordinate issues identification and resolution between clients and the development team.

• Customer Focus - Ability to manage customer relationships, communication and centricity. Take overall accountability for customer relationships, provide "account management" functionality and act in the capacity of a solution provider. Ability to communicate with customers effectively, on a proactive basis, and manage the communication process. An attitude that the customer is the key to success, and keeping the customers' interests paramount.

• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

• Accountability - Ability to plan, organize, measure and coordinate multiple tasks to deliver the budget for product line, revenue and profit.

• Applied Learning - Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.

• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.

• Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.

• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.

SKILLS & ABILITIES 
Education/Experience:

Intern I- Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in a baccalaureate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least ten credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter); AND In good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher; AND Have successfully completed a minimum of 56 hours of coursework in the degree program. AND Currently enrolled in and attending upper division classes in a declared major related to the body of work to be performed. 

Intern II- Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in a baccalaureate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least ten credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter); AND In good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher; AND Have successfully completed training as a College Intern I or 88 hours of coursework in the degree program of which at least 24 hours were upper division coursework in a declared major. 

Computer Skills 
Demonstrated proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite, to include Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook. 

About Alaska Communications
Headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska Communications is a leading provider of high-speed wireless, mobile broadband, Internet, local, long-distance and advanced data solutions for businesses and consumers in Alaska. The Alaska Communications network includes the most advanced wireline and wireless data and voice networks and the most diverse undersea fiber optic system connecting Alaska to the contiguous United States. We believe in giving back to the community that has supported our business throughout the years. Alaska Communications and its employees contribute their financial support, time, and commitment to many statewide organizations, events and community activities throughout Alaska.

Please complete the online profile and application. Contact your Alaska Communications Human Resources Recruitment team: Karri Wiggers at Karri.Wiggers@acsalaska.com or (907) 564-1242.

ALASKA COMMUNICATIONS IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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