Internships: A Resource List for Those Seeking Experience

Internships help to provide the foundation of experience organizations are looking for in graduating students.

Public Affairs: A Career Worth Considering

A career in public affairs is stable, challenging and filled with opportunities for young PR professionals. What makes public affairs different from the rest of the PR industry?

What is Public Relations?

We see so many articles and blog posts about what PR isn't, but rarely do we see information about what PR really is outside the classroom. Students seem to be confused as they enroll for PR classes and as they study PR. It's important to understand what most PR jobs entail, especially for those of us just entering the PR field.

From a PR Intern to a PR Professional: Tackling the Transition

College students hear repeatedly that the key to a successful future in the public relations field is largely dependent upon completing several quality internships. So how do we make the most of our internships and tackle the transition from intern to professional?

Platform Magazine: An Introductory Video

Learn more about Platform and its award-winning editorial team.

Test Your PR Knowledge

Think you know the key terms in your field? Take the Public Relations Terms Quiz to find out.

Test Your AP Style Skills

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