Korean-Speaking Research Intern (Farragut West)

May 11, 2011

Washington DC, VA

Confidential

Hours: 6 A.M. 3 P.M. Monday through Friday

Compensation: $10.00/hour or school credit

STRATEGYONES Washington, D.C. office seeks a bright, creative intern with Korean language skills, as well as strong written, analytical and communications skills to fill full-time positions. Applicants should be extremely computer literate and should desire an opportunity to learn, grow and gain hands-on experience in the field of media analysis. The intern must be able to read and translate Korean. Speaking is not a necessity.

The research intern must possess good interpersonal and communication skills in order to work effectively with a variety of permanent staff members within a specific set of accounts. S/he must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to adapt to changing conditions, assignments and deadlines. S/he must have solid knowledge of MS Office Suite applications. S/he must demonstrate the ability to become a strong writer. S/he is expected to be working toward, or hold, a bachelors degree in a related field and to have interest in pursuing a career in writing, journalism or media analysis. Previous internship experience in a communications-focused environment is desirable.

INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES

Execute daily media monitoring responsibilities in an accurate and timely manner.

Develop and display a solid understanding of media analysis and research methodologies;

Assist permanent staff in all stages of project management process, from proposal writing to data analysis and presentation to clients;

Participate and add value in client meetings/conference calls;

Research, outline, write and edit report sections, PowerPoint presentations;

Provide assistance with special projects/tasks as needed; and

Provide general editorial and administrative support (knowledge of AP style is essential).

Qualifications: Candidate must be able to read and translate Korean language (speaking is not a necessity). Must be able to work for a minimum of three months. Also, an interest and/or background in media analysis and research (rudimentary understanding of quantitative and qualitative research and basic terminology) is highly desirable. Strong writing and oral communication skills, eagerness to learn, creative, resourceful, attentive to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as a team player are required.

About StrategyOne: StrategyOne is a full-service corporate positioning, market research, and strategic communications agency and a subsidiary of Edelman. Our service offerings include a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research deliverables, and our experience encompasses a variety of industries and communications outlets. StrategyOne is among the leading companies in the media analysis industry and an internship with StrategyOne would be invaluable for anyone interested in this field. Visit http://www.strategyone.net/ for more information.

HOW TO APPLY:

Apply online through This Link or at http://www.edelman.com under "Interns and Trainees" in the "Careers" section. All applications for this position must be submitted online at www.edelman.com

About Edelman: Edelman is the worlds largest independent public relations firm, with 3,200 employees in 52 offices worldwide. Edelman was named Advertising Ages top-ranked PR firm of the decade; Adweeks 2009 Agency of the Year; PRWeeks 2009 Agency of the Year and UK Consultancy of the Year; and Holmes Reports Agency of the Decade, 2009 Best Large Agency to Work For and 2009 Asia Pacific Consultancy of the Year. Edelman owns specialty firms Blue (advertising), StrategyOne (research), BioScience Communications (medical education and publishing), and MATTER (sports and entertainment). Visit www.edelman.com for more information.

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