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Intern, Communications Advisory

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Media & Journalism
  • Dubai

AI generated summary

  • You need strong English communication, presentation, and research skills, along with the ability to multitask, be flexible, work in a team, and maintain a proactive, service-oriented attitude.
  • You will organize meetings, take minutes, draft content, handle admin tasks, maintain client communication, prepare reports and presentations, and assist with ad hoc assignments.

Requirements

  • Excellent English communication skills written and verbally
  • Presentation skills
  • Research skills
  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Initiative skills
  • Teamwork skills
  • Ability to be flexible, resilient, solution oriented and creative
  • Service-orientated attitude, proactive thinker, information seeker

Responsibilities

  • Organize bi-weekly meeting between clients and mid to senior level employees at APCO
  • Take minutes of meetings and send accurate and detailed report to the concerned parties
  • Assist in drafting basic content pieces
  • Complete all necessary administrative tasks, such as research and email
  • Maintain email/telephone contacts with clients as needed, without requiring a supervisor to intervene on routine matters
  • Assist in preparing coverage, weekly and monthly reports
  • Prepare PowerPoint presentations
  • Ad Hocks assignment as per the Account Director’s request

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Communications Intern?

The primary responsibilities include organizing bi-weekly meetings, taking minutes, assisting in drafting content, conducting research, maintaining client contacts, preparing reports, creating PowerPoint presentations, and completing ad-hoc assignments as requested.

Is this position suitable for someone new to the field of communications?

Yes, this position is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to gain valuable experience in a professional environment, particularly those with a deep understanding and connection to the UAE community.

What skills are required for this internship?

Required skills include excellent English communication (both written and verbal), presentation skills, research abilities, multitasking capabilities, initiative, teamwork, flexibility, resilience, and a proactive, service-oriented attitude.

How many hours per week will the intern be expected to work?

This information is not specified in the job description; however, interns typically work part-time or full-time hours based on the organization’s needs and the intern's availability.

Will I have the chance to work directly with clients?

Yes, you will maintain email and telephone contacts with clients and will be involved in organizing meetings between clients and APCO employees.

Are there opportunities for growth in this internship?

While the job description does not explicitly mention growth opportunities, internships like this often provide valuable experience and networking opportunities that can lead to future career advancement.

How will my performance be evaluated during the internship?

Performance evaluations are not outlined in the job description; however, it is likely that your work will be assessed through feedback on tasks completed, communication skills, and overall contribution to the team.

What kind of tasks will I be assigned on a daily basis?

Daily tasks may include administrative duties, research, content drafting, preparing reports, and assisting with meetings, in addition to any other ad-hoc assignments as requested by the Account Director.

Is prior experience in communications necessary for this role?

The job description does not state that prior experience is necessary, but having a background or relevant coursework in communications may be beneficial.

APCO Worldwide is an advisory and advocacy communications consultancy.

Human Resources
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1984
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

APCO Worldwide is an advisory and advocacy communications consultancy helping leading public and private sector organizations be catalysts for progress, navigate the challenges of today, act with agility, anticipate social risk and build organizational reputations, relationships and solutions to succeed. APCO is an independent and majority women-owned business with offices in more than 30 global markets and work in more than 80 countries.

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  • Empathy

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