University of South Africa (UNISA): Public Relations Internships 2021
University of South Africa (UNISA) hereby invites applicants to apply for Public Relations Internships programme 2021.
Internship Application Closing Date: 24 March 2021
Internship Location: Eastern Cape
Reference No: ECM&C/INTERN/SM2021
Assumption of duty: As soon as possible
Duration: 12 months contract
Salary: R67 630 pa
The purpose of this Internship opportunity is to expose students on the following areas:
- Research: This involved daily scanning (press clippings); and environmental scanning
- Planning and advising: This involves attending planning and progress meetings
- Management of Media Relations: This involves drafting media invitation and media briefs. Regular updating a database of media of contacts (media list)
- Writing: Assist in writing articles for intranet and internal newsletter
- Attend career exhibitions
- General administration duties in the unit
Requirements:
- Third-level Public Relations: Student registered for Module: DPR3711
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Computer literacy in respect of Microsoft packages and the internet
- Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
- Good interpersonal skills, communication skills and telephone etiquette
- Ability to take initiative and work in a team under constant supervision
- Sense of commitment, responsibility and punctuality
- The ability to prioritise and pay attention to details
- Problem solving skills
How to apply
Reference No: ECM&C/INTERN/SM2021
To apply for this position, the following documents must be submitted,
- Curriculum Vitae
- Original certified copy of matric certificate and all other qualifications, certified within the previous six months
- Original certified copy of South African identity document, certified within the previous six months
- Certified transcript or record on an official letterhead
- One page motivational letter – why you should be considered for this internship
- UNISA is not obliged to fill an advertised position
Applications can be emailed to: Kgaswtl@unisa.ac.za
Please note:
- UNISA is not obliged to fill an advertised position.
- Late applications will not be considered.
- Appointments will be made in accordance with Unisa’s Employment Equity Plan and other applicable legislation.
- All applications should reach UNISA before 16:00 on the closing date.
Enquiries:
- Mr TL Kgaswane (Human Resources) (043) 709 0437
- Ms NB Gasa (Marketing & Communication) (043) 709 0405
Correspondence will be limited to short-listed and successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 2 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was not successful.
