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 Jobs or employment in public relations Jobs or employment in public relations
 Information about careers in public relations Information about careers in public relations
 The history of public relations The history of public relations
 Magazines or publications about the public relations industry Magazines or publications about the public relations industry
 Associations and groups for public relations professionals Associations and groups for public relations professionals
 

Jobs or employment in public relations "Jobs or employment in public relations"


workinPR.com Job Site - Dedicated to PR jobs this should be first on your list, but it does not have a lock on every job available so make sure to visit other sites.

PRWeek Jobs - Maintained by the leading trade magazine for the PR industry the postings here seem to be in the “big” markets—Chicago, New York, LA.

Monster.com - You can’t avoid the tackling the Monster. Select your desired locations and Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations from the Job Category list.

HotJobs.com - The HotJobs site was, at one time, a real hotspot for jobs in PR. It still has a good selection of openings and deserves your visit.

West Coast PR Jobs - Just as the domain name indicates this site exclusively lists PR jobs available on the West Coast of the United States.

Information about careers in public relations "Information about careers in public relations"


U.S. Government Job Description for Public Relations Specialist - Do you want to know what a career in PR will do for you, or to you? The Department of Labor has compiled a sizable amount of useful information just for you.

Public Relations Student Society of America Job Center - The PRSSA—the student arm of the PRSA—has compiled a wealth of resource for you to use in preparing for a career in PR. Sample cover letters, resumes, and job search strategies will aid you in your search for the elusive entry-level PR job.

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The history of public relations "The history of public relations"


Timeline of Public Relations History (Camden Comm. College, NJ) - A visual chronology of events in the evolution of public relations from antiquity to the present. Quick and easy to ingest information created by a Alex Breve who holds a master's degree in public relations.

Wikipedia Article on Public Relations - As complete a resource as you are probably going to find on a single web page. Expertly hyperlinked and cross-referenced.

The Museum of Public Relations - This museum, located in New York, offers visitors biographical information on some of the people who have had a profound effect on the history of public relations. Visitors can read about the lives and careers of 5 of these great men to gain in-depth knowledge.

Magazines or publications about the public relations industry "Magazines or publications about the public relations industry"


AdAge.com - Although this is traditionally a trade publication for the advertising industry, it contains a great deal of news and information that is also useful for PR professionals. Accounts in play, people moving, articles, etc. Plus, the online version is free.

PRWeek (US Online Edition) - The content is like life's blood to the PR professional but it in subscription-only (except the snippets on the front page). If you're serious, though, you have to find a way to subscribe.

PR.com - You might be initially annoyed that this site is more like a clearinghouse for newswire stories but the seasoned professional knows that the diamonds are indigenous to the rough.

Associations and groups for public relations professionals "Associations and groups for public relations professionals"


Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) - Anyone currently spending more than 50% of their time in the practice of public relations, or who has held a PR position within the past 5 years is eligible for membership. Members can take advantage of resources for professional development and education as well as attend special events.

Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) - College students in public relations or communications programs can join this association whose vision is Growth, Education, Advancement, Relationships and Students. Membership also looks great on an internship application!

Council of Public Relations Firms - This association for firms (not individuals) operates a referral service for members and offers a wide variety of other 'members only' priveleges. Member firms also adhere to a code of conduct in how they deal with clients, employees and the public.

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