Winter/Spring Internship

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Track media trends that impact clients and communicate insights with account teams and clients.

• Monitor and compile press coverage.

• Create pitches, press releases, and briefing documents.

• Conduct research and keep records of awards, events, juries, and changes in reporter assignments.

• Prepare background documents for agency client teams.

• Organize opportunities for awards, speaking engagements, and jury participation for clients.

• Assist with public relations strategies, research, building media lists, media outreach, and follow-ups with reporters.

• Collaborate on brainstorming sessions, multi-client pitches and projects, and internal initiatives.

• Enhance understanding of clients’ businesses and their competitive environments.

• Stay updated on industry news to identify trends and pitching opportunities for clients.

• Utilize social media to track trends and promote clients.

• Contribute to the agency's social media accounts and content initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must possess a reliable laptop or desktop computer.

• Availability for a Monday–Thursday schedule from 9 am to 6 pm ET, with flexibility if necessary.

• Capability to monitor media trends and industry news.

• Proficient in drafting public relations materials, including pitches, press releases, and briefing documents.

• Ability to research and monitor awards, events, juries, and reporter transitions.

• Competence in assisting with PR strategy, building media lists, conducting media outreach, and following up with reporters.

• Proficient in monitoring and leveraging social media platforms.

• Ability to work collaboratively with the Powell Communications team.

• Part-time, non-exempt employee status is required.

• Must be available for the internship period from January 26, 2027, to May 27, 2027.

🏝️ Benefits

• A technology stipend of $100 per month to assist with personal computer usage.

• Weekly meetings with an intern manager for guidance and support.

• Access to Powell staff meetings and training sessions.

• Opportunities for PR skills development and enrichment training.

• Flexible internship schedule available if required.

• Commitment to an equal-opportunity workplace.