ZN001 Zeno US

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Zeno Group is the fiercely independent and global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. We bring together the boldest and brightest talent to help clients across industries and sectors unleash the power of strategic communications. Guided by our "Fearless Pursuit of the Unexpected," we push the boundaries to achieve real business value and societal impact for clients. Winner of the industry’s most coveted awards including the 2024 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Large Agency of the Year, 2023 PRWeek Purpose Agency of the Year, 2022 PRWeek Global Agency of the Year, 2022 PRovoke Best Large Agency to Work For in North America and a three-time winner of PRWeek’s Best Places to Work. Zeno has also been previously recognized by the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company. Job Description: We are seeking a summer intern to support corporate clients in our Chicago office. You will collaborate the team and drive results inclusive of traditional and emerging public relations tactics, including digital. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of your accounts – their business, products, markets, and industry influencers. You will work as part of large, integrated teams on a variety of accounts, in industry sectors such as retail, technology, consumer goods and business-to-business.  About The Role: Corporate summer interns will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and clients. This role is to be based Chicago. To be considered, you must submit the following with your application: A resume of relevant work, education, and extra-curricular experiences. Should your qualifications align with our needs, we will reach out for you to complete the Corporate Intern Writing Assessment. Responsibilities: Ensure day-to-day account operations are running smoothly by anticipating team and client needs, taking initiative and keeping projects on track, teammates informed and deliverables moving forward.  Collaborate with team members to implement plans, initiatives and events, learning the basics of the clients’ business. Research, compile, write, edit & proofread materials, including media lists, pitches, press releases, fact sheets & briefing books.    Build and maintain media lists and coverage trackers.  Support new business as needed.   Support daily monitoring for client, competitor and industry coverage across social and traditional news platforms to develop daily reports.   Conduct research to aid in the strategy development process for current clients and new business pitches. Identify key trends to help teams stay on top of current buzzworthy news and emerging digital platforms. Participate in brainstorming sessions and program ideation. Qualifications: Collaborative spirit, results driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work against deadlines. Excellent written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills. Familiar with the public relations, marketing, or communications discipline through past coursework, internships, or personal experiences. Familiar with AI tools like ChatGPT or CoPilot. MS Office proficiency is a must. Must be proactive and able to operate effectively both independently and within a team. Passion for and understanding of public relations and media and digital landscape. Genuine curiosity for corporate brands and business media.  Must follow the news and be knowledgeable about current events. Proficiency with social media platforms, including LinkedIn Strong organizational skills. Pay Rate: $18/hr An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits. Level 01 An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits. About Our Benefits Healthy, happy employees make Zeno better, so we have programs that support physical, mental and financial wellness. Our culture and benefits are designed to promote flexibility, celebrate diversity and support work/life balance. We offer a variety of medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plans, as well as short and long-term disability. Our Be Kind to Your Mind program focuses on mental health, providing a paid subscription to Headspace and access to mental health providers and other services through a best-in-class employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic self to Zeno and participate in our employee resource groups which build communities for sharing and support. And while we love our work, we believe in the restorative power of time off with generous vacation, paid holidays and self-care time. Employees are supported in their pursuit of financial wellness with a 401(k) plan, pretax flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, life insurance and free access to a certified financial coach. And our unique ZenoFit program provides a monthly allowance to fund activities in your personal life that bring you joy and keep you healthy. These and other benefits are available to non-temporary employees in the US. Zeno Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, military, or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. We invite all applicants to voluntarily self-identify their race, ethnicity, and gender. Submission of the information on this form is strictly voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. Information obtained will be retained in a confidential file and separate from personnel records. This information may only be used in accordance with the provision of applicable federal laws, executive orders, and regulations. If you want more information about any of the sections, please check with a company representative. We are a rapidly-growing agency that provides opportunities to learn, develop skills and collaborate with colleagues at all levels across our global network. Ask us about Zeno’s Day of Play, Zeno Gives Back (our global day of service), Fearless University, office happy hours and more. We are always looking for diverse talent who can bring great energy to our teams and our business. Zeno is the place where careers are built and lives are lived. A Fiercely Independent Agency Zeno is an award-winning, global integrated communications agency, born from PR, operating across North America, Europe and Asia. Zeno is – and always will be – for everyone. We are committed to fostering a global, diverse workforce where all employees feel valued, included and empowered. What sets Zeno apart is the people who comprise the agency – the unique perspectives, the varied worldviews and the impactful empathy – who are dedicated to driving positive change. To support our diverse workforce, we created safe-space communities to connect with others who share similar backgrounds, experiences, identities, etc. These resources include: Black Voices, Zin Miedo (Latinx), PRide at Zeno (LGBTQ+), Asian-cy (Asian and Pacific Islander), Zeno Village (working parents), Freshmen Homeroom (Intern, AAE, AE) and Healthy Minds (mental wellbeing). To reinforce our commitments to DE&I and take action against systemic racism, Zeno launched ‘Act Together’ in 2020. The initiative is reflective of our shared responsibility to undertake the hard work that brings about real, positive outcomes within Zeno and the broader communications industry. The strengthened infrastructure and resources we put in place ensures that DE&I effectively informs everything we do. Act Together remains central to who we are and how we show up with the goal of lasting change. We will not waver in prioritizing this important work.