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PUBLIC RELATIONS AND SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN

Type: Part-time Internship (15-20 hours per week)

Duration: Fall/Winter 2026-2027 (start and end dates flexible based on academic calendar)

Location: Hybrid 

Compensation: $20/hour 

Opportunity:

Fifteen East Media Group is looking for a creative, driven, and digitally savvy Public Relations & Social Media Intern to join our team for Fall 2026. This is a hands-on internship designed to give you real agency experience — not busy work. You’ll be embedded in the day-to-day operations of a communications agency, working directly alongside our Communications Specialist and contributing to live client work from day one.

 

If you’re passionate about storytelling, social media, PR, and building a portfolio of real work you’re proud of, this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities Include: 

  • Own and manage social media content across the agency’s platforms, including Instagram, LinkedIn, and other relevant channels.

  • Develop engaging social media copy, graphics, and short-form content aligned with brand voice and campaign goals.

  • Build and maintain content calendars to ensure consistent, timely posting across all channels.

  • Monitor social media engagement, track performance metrics, and compile basic analytics reports.

  • Assist with media relations support, including research, press release drafting, and media list maintenance.

  • Support proposal development, client reporting, and the preparation of presentation materials.

  • Monitor media coverage and maintain organized clip lists and coverage trackers.

  • Assist with the coordination of events, media briefings, and press activations as needed.

  • Perform general administrative support tasks as needed to support the communications team.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.

  • Potential candidates MUST meet one of the following requirements: ​​

    • Be a current NJ undergraduate student OR

    • Be a current NJ graduate student OR

    • Be a recent NJ college graduate who graduated less than one year before the start of the internship experience (May 2025-May 2026 graduates) OR

    • Be a current undergraduate student who is a permanent NJ resident

  • A genuine passion for social media, storytelling, and the communications industry.

  • Strong written communication skills — you know how to write a caption, a pitch, and a professional email.

  • Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) and how they differ in tone and strategy.

  • Experience with Canva or basic design tools is a strong plus.

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks without dropping the ball.

  • Self-starter who takes initiative and doesn’t wait to be told what to do next.

  • Comfortable working independently in a remote/hybrid environment.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.

How To Apply: 

Click here to email your cover letter and resume with "Public Relations Intern" in the subject line.

 

Please also include:

  • Your updated resume

  • Examples of your work

  • A list of professional references

 

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the internship is filled. A writing sample and transcript (to verify school enrollment) may be requested.

Fifteen East Media Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status. We welcome applicants from every background and are committed to a hiring process that is fair at every stage.

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