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Intern, Public Policy and Public Relations

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Media & Journalism
  • Delhi

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, strong writing skills, research abilities, and computer proficiency. Must be eligible for an internship in India and able to multitask under tight deadlines.
  • You will research media and policy updates, assist in new business development, edit reports, write analytical pieces, participate in strategy sessions, and support event logistics.

Requirements

  • Degree and/or postgraduate degree, preferably in Public policy, Sociology, Public health and related field Communications, Journalism, Economics, Marketing or similar fields
  • Strong interest in pursuing a career in Public Policy and strategic communications
  • Excellent English writing and editing skills
  • Legal eligibility to do an internship in India
  • Strong research and critical thinking skills
  • Computer skills: MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize and perform under tight deadlines
  • Self-starter and willing to learn in a professional demeanour

Responsibilities

  • Provide general research and intelligence to the office (monitoring media, institutional developments, policy and legislative updates) based on the project assigned.
  • Actively support new business opportunities by contributing to brainstorms, conducting research, compiling bios and preparing decks.
  • Editing of policy reports and other client deliverables.
  • Writing analytical pieces on Indian policy, current events and business trends.
  • Active participation in brainstorming and strategy sessions.
  • Support event coordination and logistics.
  • Other similar duties as assigned.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the internship?

The main responsibilities include conducting research, supporting new business opportunities, editing policy reports, writing analytical pieces, participating in brainstorming sessions, supporting event coordination, and performing other similar duties as assigned.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

A degree and/or postgraduate degree in Public Policy, Sociology, Public Health, Communications, Journalism, Economics, Marketing, or similar fields is preferred, along with strong writing and editing skills, research skills, and legal eligibility to intern in India.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in New Delhi.

What is the duration and type of internship offered?

The internship is a work-from-office position with a minimum duration of three months.

Is prior experience in public policy or public relations required for this internship?

No prior experience is explicitly required, but a strong interest in pursuing a career in public policy and strategic communications is important.

What skills are emphasized for interns in this role?

Interns should possess strong research and critical thinking skills, excellent English writing and editing skills, and proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. The ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines is also essential.

Will interns have opportunities for active participation in brainstorming sessions?

Yes, interns are expected to actively participate in brainstorming and strategy sessions.

Are there any specific software skills required for this internship?

Interns should be proficient in MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Can international students apply for this internship?

Candidates must have legal eligibility to do an internship in India, which may vary based on their nationality and visa status.

What kind of tasks might interns typically be assigned?

Interns may be assigned tasks such as monitoring media, contributing to research, writing reports, editing client deliverables, event coordination, and assisting in various office needs.

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Employees
1984
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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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