Blodgett Communications

Blodgett Communications is a home-based boutique PR agency based in San Francisco that specializes in start-up and mid-sized technology companies.

We are currently looking for a self-motivated, reliable and organized individual who wants to intern for a small but dynamic PR firm rather than a large agency. This is a fabulous opportunity for someone who wants a “ground-up” experience and is interested in working directly with the founder (who has held jobs at some of top agencies in the world including Saatchi & Saatchi in London, Porter Novelli and Cudaback.)

The internship starts in the beginning of June - ideally seeking someone to work 15 - 20 hours per week.

Requirements:
Excellent phone and communication skills.
Articulate writing ability as you will have to write email follow ups with vendors and partners.
Knowledge in Word, Excel, Outlook and other basic computer and internet applications is required.
Some knowledge and interest in Internet culture and technology such as blogs, social media, search engines and digital video is required.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to follow through IS A MUST.

Responsibilities:
Phone calls to vendors, conference organizers, etc. for speaking engagements for the firm's clients.
Database maintenance and management through filemaker.
Email and research around technology areas that clients are involved in.
Hands on experience working directly with the president on emerging technology clients, hearing strategy in play on conference calls, writing and planning.
Writing / drafting releases and speaking abstracts for clients and other writing assignments.
Some administrative work.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and attach a resume to the body of the email to jimmy@blodgettcomm.com. In the cover letter, please write about your interest in technology PR and why you are perfect for the position. PLEASE NO EMAIL ATTACHMENTS.