AICPA (New York, NY)

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) is the national, professional organization for all Certified Public Accountants. It provides members with resources, information, and leadership. In fulfilling its mission, the AICPA works with state CPA organizations.  Additionally, the AICPA is involved in several public campaigns, including the "Feed the Pig" to encourage savings among 25-34 year old career builders, the "360 Degrees of Financial Literacy" campaign, and the "Start Here, Go Places" campaign with resources to aid students considering entering the accounting or finance professions.

The major areas of activity pursued in carrying out the Institute's mission include: Advocacy before government bodies; Certification and licensing; Communications; Recruiting and education; Professional standards and performance.

The AICPA seeks a self-motivated and enthusiastic intern for its Communications Team. The intern will assist staff with various projects. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support staff in the development and deployment of print and online communications.
• Write, edit and proof staff, member and external communications.
• Respond to external requests for information and resources

Additional opportunities may be available to the intern based on background, work experience, and areas of interest.
Experience/Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Good editing skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Experience developing content for and maintaining a Web site, e-newsletter and/or blog. (Please provide examples of Web sites or blogs.)
• Knowledge of current alternative media popular with 18 to 25-year-olds and ability to explain to staff.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Computer Skills:

• Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Basic HTML knowledge.
• Familiarity with content management system(s).
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and/or Illustrator helpful but not required.

The ideal candidate should be entering at least his Sophomore year. The candidate should work well in a group or team atmosphere and can expect to gain a variety of experiences in coordination and time management, project management, conceptualization, public relations, communications, and more.  Communications, Marketing and Business majors will be given preference.  Candidates do not need to be accounting majors or have a finance background.