Pick a project that you could do for a local company or government office. Examples include

■ Establishing a social media presence.

■ Creating a brochure, web page, or series of infographics.

■ Revising form letters or other routine communications.

■ Conducting a training program.

■ Writing a newsletter or an annual report.

■ Developing a marketing plan.

Write a proposal specifying what you could do and providing a detailed budget and work schedule.

As your instructor directs,

a. Phone or email someone in the organization to talk about its needs and what you could offer.

b. Write an individual proposal.

c. Join with other students in the class to create a team proposal.

d. Present your proposal orally.