Job Details

Public Relations Intern (Post-Graduate)

Highwire's Internship Program is designed to give graduates hands-on PR experience in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. Interns join real client teams, receive dedicated mentorship, and gain exposure across multiple industries, including B2B technology, healthcare, cybersecurity, energy and sustainability, and professional and financial services.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend client meetings and translate discussions into actionable next steps
• Compile media coverage into client-facing clip reports
• Research reporters, blogs, and social media platforms to support campaigns
• Draft pitches, press releases, blog posts, and other communications materials
• Conduct customer interviews and support case study development
• Assist with social media strategy, content creation, and digital marketing campaigns
• Conduct trend and industry research to inform PR and marketing efforts
• Support advanced measurement and reporting for campaigns
• Provide general organizational and administrative support to client teams

Success Factors

• College graduate with a PR, Communications, or related degreeor equivalent experienceand a strong interest in PR and communications
• Enthusiastic self-starter with a positive, proactive attitude
• Strong writing, editing, and attention-to-detail skills
• Comfortable navigating social media and digital platforms
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Background in journalism, English, political campaigns, technology, or marketing is a plus
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and contribute meaningfully to client work

Why Highwire?

• Real-world experience: Work across multiple client accounts and industries
• Dedicated mentorship: Guidance from early career professionals and mentors
• Skill development: Build long-form writing, time management, and team communication skills
• Networking & community: Connect with peers, mentors, and agency teams from Day 1
• Potential for full-time employment: Top-performing interns may be offered a permanent role

Additional Internship Details

• This is a paid, six-month internship at $20 per hour, with a performance review at the three-month mark. Top-performing interns may be considered for full-time employment.
• This internship is based in our New York, NY or San Francisco, CA offices and requires a hybrid schedule of 2 days in-office per week.

If PR is the career for you and you meet the requirements above, we encourage you to apply and start your journey with Highwire!