About the Brain Sciences Foundation:
The Brain Sciences Foundation (BSF) is a not-for profit private multidisciplinary research foundation dedicated to developing novel paradigms that enable the study of mind and brain and ultimately the treatment of neurological disorders. BSF aims to initiate exchange between a wide range of scientific disciplines concerned with the understanding of brain function and dysfunction. Our goal is to establish a vibrant community of expert scientists, gathered in the Brain Sciences Foundation Fellowship, to study the origins of human cognition and intelligence and conduct revolutionary research to be materialized into new treatment strategies for neurological disorders. BSF works closely with Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Oxford University, Boston University, and many other top academic institutions around the world. The Brain Sciences Foundation participates in multi-million dollar projects researching new early detection, diagnostic technologies, and treatment strategies for neurological disorders including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and Autism. BSF recently published an academic journal called The Brain Sciences Journal (BSJ) that focuses on multidisciplinary publications in all fields of cognitive sciences.
Internship Description:
The intern will spearhead BSF's PR activities and manage online presence including social network activity. Interns should work for the length of a semester or summer, dedicating 10-20 hours per week. This is an unpaid internship, with the potential to advance to a paid position. Internship can be virtual or location based out of Providence, RI.
Specific duties will include:
- Develop and execute a public relations and social media strategy and related campaigns
- Draft media materials and key messages adhering to BSF outreach goals
- Identify PR opportunities, such as editorial articles, interviews etc.
- Write press releases and public relations content
- Manage and update day-to-day social media pages including Twitter and facebook. This includes monitoring discussions, posting new content, and events etc.
- Seek out new opportunities for blogging, posting, marketing and advertising
- Serve as BSF community communication manager. Generate content for social networks including Facebook and Pinterest as well as email blasts, direct mail, etc.
- Update websites with new information and announcements
Skills/Qualifications:
The opportunity is open to undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni who have performed well academically and maintained at least a 3.0 GPA. Applicants should have the following:
- Self-motivated, takes initiative and follows through
- Effective listening, strong verbal and written communications skills (including grammar)
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Accepts challenges and problem solves
- Possesses a creative and innovative mindset
- Presents self and materials clearly and confidently
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet research
- Knowledge of HTML, Joomla or other content management systems
- Experience with social media platforms, such as facebook and twitter
