Client Staff Assistants, primarily utilized in the US, are recent college graduates who have preferably 1) held an internship in a professional services firm, ideally at a public relations agency and 2) hold a degree in Public Relations, Journalism or a related field of study. Client Staff Assistants are expected to work half of their time on administration and the other half of their time on Client-related projects through the guidance of their team and direct supervisor. All Client Staff Assistants must be good communicators with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a team environment and to work under pressure with strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. You will be writing and distributing pitch letters, news releases, fact sheets, bios, newsletters, prepared remarks and standby statements. You will also be assisting with the preparation and distribution of publications, maintaining and creating media lists, monitoring media to report coverage that affects the Client's business, keeping abreast of your Client's business and the industry to maintain a solid knowledge base as it relates to the Client(s), developing relationships with external audiences (media, third party constituencies, etc) to convey the Client's message, represent the Client(s) at events or trade shows as well as assisting in the coordination of specific events and promotions for the client. You will work with the junior staff of the Client, internal service departments, external vendors and other Ad/PR agencies and account handlers at Burson-Marsteller to service the Client(s). This is an excellent opportunity to get in at the ground level, build a firm foundation, and take a first step up your career ladder at Burson-Marsteller.