Job Description: Ayers Basement Systems is looking for motivated interns to assist with the company’s marketing efforts. The ideal candidates will be self-motivated, enjoy writing and have excellent communication skills. They also must be honest, innovative and responsible. Potential duties will include: - Creating and posting content on the company’s websites - Writing blogs, social media posts, press releases and other marketing materials - Maintaining and improving social media profiles - Conducting online research - Preparing reports and spreadsheets - Taking photos and video - Organizing materials for trade shows - Other duties as assigned Requirements: - Currently enrolled in a marketing, advertising, public relations or business program - Ability to work 10 - 20 hours per week - Proficient in Microsoft Office In business since 1981, Ayers Basement Systems is the leading certified basement waterproofing contractor serving most of Michigan. They are members of the Basement Systems contractor network and provide basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation and foundation repair services using patented products and the latest techniques. The company is headquartered in Lansing and has representatives based throughout the state.

Application Procedure: Please send a cover letter and resume to cb@ayersbasementsystems.com.

Job Description: Fahlgren Mortine is looking to add a Public Relations professional to its award-winning team. Position Details: ? The professional is responsible for providing support to the public relations team for the nation’s largest traditional grocery retailer. This individual also ensures that social media strategies are executed in a timely and accurate manner. ? This position is a part-time (25 to 50 hours per month) position. ? Candidate must be available at least twice per week to attend key client meetings at client’s offices, which are located in Novi, Mich., as well as have the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Responsibilities: ? Manages client’s social media channels to increase engagement with target audiences and convey key messages ? Contributes to the development and execution of social media campaigns ? Develops social media content that supports the overall marketing objectives and works with client contacts to secure content approval ? Monitors client’s social media channels and ensures that followers are responded to in a timely and appropriate manner ? Drafts monthly social media recap reports about important social media issues and growth in social media engagement ? Stays up-to-date on social media trends to provide recommendations to client about how social media channels can best be used ? Develops a thorough understanding of the entire marketing and communications landscape in order to support the client’s integrated programs ? Attends weekly staff meetings with merchandisers and client-side advertising team to gather content information and project details ? Develops relationships with key media to support media relations campaign objectives ? Prepares a full range of written materials including news releases, pitch emails and reports ? Provides on-the-ground support for grand openings, special events and charitable activities ? Provides support to senior team members on various projects as needed Qualifications: ? At least 3 to 5 years of previous public relations experience is required, preferably in an agency setting ? Expertise in growing social media networks, including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest ? Proven experience managing and growing social media accounts to increase engagement and following ? Solid media relations experience ? Proven experience supporting planning and execution of events ? Strong presentation and writing skills ? Excellent research skills ? Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to multitask and balance priorities ? High level of initiative ? Experience working as part of a team is preferred ? BA/BS in public relations, communications, journalism or related fields ? Some travel may be required ? Ability to work out of his or her home that is within close proximity to Novi, Mich.

Application Procedure: To apply, please visit our careers page at: https://careers-fahlgrenmortine.icims.com/jobs/1057/job.