As aspiring public relations professionals, we have lofty dreams of one day graduating, moving to an exciting city and doing … wait, what exactly is it we’ll be doing after this? The truth is, we gain public relations knowledge from classes, hoard experience from internships and plant the seeds of a fruitful network by being active in PRSSA. But in […]
In my experience, not ONE of the jobs I scored in my public relations career was a public listing or posting. This may be the case for you, as well. Here’s how you can find and even create your dream job beyond the want ads. 1. Seek People Ask yourself where you really want to work and identify the person you would […]
We’d like to thank everyone who participated in the January PRSSA Twitter chat. Specifically, we’d like to thank co-moderators Vice President of Public Relations, Lauren Gray and Chapter members Katlin Hess and Christian Williams for leading the conversation. Join us on February 20 at 9 p.m. ET for the next PRSSA Twitter chat. Review highlights of the chat below. What […]
When I started my college education at Boston University, I knew I wanted to be a public relations major. I immediately became involved in PRSSA, working in particular with Regional Activities (now known as Regional Conferences). I eventually became President of my Chapter, then Vice President of Regional Activities on the National Committee. I considered PRSSA the best part of […]
Editor’s Note: To commemorate PRSA/PRSSA Relationship Month, PRSSA is running a series of posts on how to grow your relationships within the profession. An archive of PRSSA professional development posts can be found here. More information can also be found in the PRSA/PRSSA Relationship Manual. How do you connect with PRSA? What advice do you have for members interested in […]
Editor’s Note: To commemorate PRSA/PRSSA Relationship Month, PRSSA is running a series of posts on how to grow your relationships within the profession. An archive of PRSSA professional development posts can be found here. More information can also be found in the PRSA/PRSSA Relationship Manual. While most, if not all, PRSSA members know their Chapter’s Faculty Adviser, a disappointing few […]
Many members join PRSSA for the spectacular opportunities to network with extraordinary public relations professionals and legends in PRSA. Every October, members from both Societies come together to emphasize the importance of networking and gaining professional insight during PRSSA/PRSA Relationship Month. The good news is that it is easy for your Chapter to get involved. Follow these tips to have […]
Every student has a dream internship in mind, or even simply the dream to have an internship, regardless of your dream follow these tips to gain an internship that will enhance not only your resume, but also your career. What tips do you have for students trying to land an internship? How have you successfully established relationships with employers in […]
