Outreach Intern

CT Center for Advanced Technology - East Hartford, CT Posted: 1/29/2010 - Paid - Part-time - Apply Before: 2/28/2010
This internship is closed.

Description:

The Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology, Inc. (CCAT) is a non-stock, tax-exempt corporation incorporated in May 2004 and is funded under federal and state sponsored grants to address military and civilian industrial manufacturing needs; promote energy planning and policy initiatives; stimulate innovation; and enhance workforce development issues concerning technology competitiveness. Position Title: Outreach Intern Job Description:  Coordinate and assist with the outreach activities of the organization, including public relations and creating awareness, to promote the organization's mission and activities  Draft press releases and pitch stories to press  Conduct analysis of companies within the technology field  Conduct outreach research, including research on competitors  Develop strategy for CCAT outreach efforts in an effort to improve awareness of services offered  Participate in the strategy and planning of meetings and events  Assist in the preparation of outreach resource materials and reports  Prepare status reports on outreach efforts  Maintain and update CCAT website content  Other tasks as assigned Education and experience: Candidates should be working towards earning a Bachelor's degree or graduate degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration or related field Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer Manage others: No Job type: Intern Employee Type: Hourly Travel: Limited travel within the state Relocation: No Please forward resume to Nancy Mickiewicz at NMickiewicz@ccat.us.

Compensation:

$14

Minimum Requirements:

Job Requirements:  Proficiency with Microsoft Office  Strong writing ability  Social networking skills, including Twitter, Facebook, and Linked In  Excellent organizational skills  Strong attention to detail  Strong oral and written communication skills  Strong interpersonal skills  Familiarity with HTML-based website administration  Must fulfill ITAR citizenship requirements