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Public Relations Intern roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Agencies and in-house teams at large corporations are the most active H-1B filers for this title, and cap-subject petitions must be filed for the October 1 start date.
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Posting Date
07-31-2026
Time Type
Full-Time
Job ID
8763
Areas of Expertise
Marketing
Job Category
Marketing, Communications, Public Relations
Locations
New York, NY, US
Description
Gensler New York is seeking a senior PR leader to run media relations, thought leadership, and executive communications for one of the firm's largest and most dynamic offices.
Your Role
The Public Relations Manager leads PR strategy for Gensler New York, working with the managing directors, regional communications director, PR specialists, studio directors, and practice area leaders to identify stories, then turn them into proactive content and campaigns, and secure media coverage. The role calls for someone who understands the NYC design and real estate market and can shape Gensler's brand into compelling stories, while managing multiple deliverables at once with strategic judgment.
What You Will Do
- Develop and lead PR strategy and campaigns for Gensler New York, in partnership with office and regional leadership
- Secure media coverage proactively and manage inbound press inquiries, building and maintaining relationships with local and national outlets covering design, real estate, business, and innovation
- Create thought leadership content such as speaking engagement materials, brand publications, website content, and award submissions, and guide its distribution across channels
- Develop executive communications and positioning for office and practice area leaders
- Serve as a strategic communications partner to clients, ensuring content supports both their goals and Gensler's
- Advise on PR risk and monitor the news cycle as it relates to our work, including outside business hours when needed
- Mentor PR and communications team members, and represent the Northeast in the firmwide public relations community
- Liaise with a firmwide network of public relations staff to develop messaging, regional digital and social media strategy, and initiatives
- Track PR and engagement metrics to inform future strategy
Your Qualifications
- 10+ years in PR, including experience managing a team; background in architecture, design, or commercial real estate preferred, agency or journalism experience a plus
- Established editorial relationships in design, business, and innovation media, in NYC and beyond
- Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills
- Experience managing PR and communications projects independently and in close collaboration with senior leadership
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
The base salary range will be estimated between $105,000 - $125,000. Gensler’s total compensation package is multi-layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email talentacquisition@gensler.com.
General Information
Posting Date
07-31-2026
Time Type
Full-Time
Job ID
8763
Areas of Expertise
Marketing
Job Category
Marketing, Communications, Public Relations
Locations
New York, NY, US
Description
Gensler New York is seeking a senior PR leader to run media relations, thought leadership, and executive communications for one of the firm's largest and most dynamic offices.
Your Role
The Public Relations Manager leads PR strategy for Gensler New York, working with the managing directors, regional communications director, PR specialists, studio directors, and practice area leaders to identify stories, then turn them into proactive content and campaigns, and secure media coverage. The role calls for someone who understands the NYC design and real estate market and can shape Gensler's brand into compelling stories, while managing multiple deliverables at once with strategic judgment.
What You Will Do
- Develop and lead PR strategy and campaigns for Gensler New York, in partnership with office and regional leadership
- Secure media coverage proactively and manage inbound press inquiries, building and maintaining relationships with local and national outlets covering design, real estate, business, and innovation
- Create thought leadership content such as speaking engagement materials, brand publications, website content, and award submissions, and guide its distribution across channels
- Develop executive communications and positioning for office and practice area leaders
- Serve as a strategic communications partner to clients, ensuring content supports both their goals and Gensler's
- Advise on PR risk and monitor the news cycle as it relates to our work, including outside business hours when needed
- Mentor PR and communications team members, and represent the Northeast in the firmwide public relations community
- Liaise with a firmwide network of public relations staff to develop messaging, regional digital and social media strategy, and initiatives
- Track PR and engagement metrics to inform future strategy
Your Qualifications
- 10+ years in PR, including experience managing a team; background in architecture, design, or commercial real estate preferred, agency or journalism experience a plus
- Established editorial relationships in design, business, and innovation media, in NYC and beyond
- Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills
- Experience managing PR and communications projects independently and in close collaboration with senior leadership
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
The base salary range will be estimated between $105,000 - $125,000. Gensler’s total compensation package is multi-layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law. See also Know your rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal, right to work and E-verify program, as required by law. Gensler endeavors to make gensler.com/careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us. Regarding Gensler’s approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email talentacquisition@gensler.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Public Relations Intern
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning a specific bachelor's degree must be a normal minimum requirement. A communications, journalism, or PR degree strengthens your case; a general business degree may trigger an RFE.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Public Relations Intern postings by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this role. Prior LCA filings signal the employer already understands the H-1B process and prevailing wage obligations.
Confirm the role is full-time before accepting
H-1B status requires a bona fide employer-employee relationship and typically a full-time offer. Part-time internships rarely support a cap-subject petition. Ask the recruiter explicitly whether the position is structured as full-time, permanent employment.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Look up the prevailing wage for your specific metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing compensation. Your employer must certify the offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL wage level for the PR Intern SOC code in your location.
Prepare your OPT-to-H-1B transition timeline early
If you're on OPT, the cap-gap rule extends your authorization if your H-1B petition is filed before your OPT expires. Confirm your employer will file by the April 1 registration opening, not just before your OPT end date.
Review the O*NET profile to frame your qualifications
The O*NET occupation profile for public relations specialists lists the core tasks, skills, and education requirements USCIS adjudicators reference. Align your resume and employer's job description to these criteria to reduce the chance of a specialty occupation challenge.
H-1B Visa Public Relations Intern: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Public Relations Intern role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the employer's job description must establish that a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as public relations, communications, or journalism, is a normal minimum requirement for the position. Generic internships that accept any degree are unlikely to qualify. The more clearly the role maps to a defined academic discipline, the stronger the specialty occupation argument becomes.
How do I find PR internship employers who have sponsored H-1B visas before?
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can see which companies have already sponsored roles in this field rather than guessing. Agencies, large tech firms, and Fortune 500 in-house communications teams tend to be the most active filers for PR titles.
Does the H-1B cap apply to Public Relations Intern positions?
Most PR internships at private companies are subject to the annual H-1B cap of 65,000 regular slots and 20,000 advanced-degree exemptions. Universities, nonprofits, and government research organizations are cap-exempt, meaning they can file anytime. If your target employer is a private agency or corporation, your petition must go through the annual lottery with an April 1 filing deadline.
What happens to my H-1B petition if the PR internship ends or converts to a full-time role?
If the internship converts to a full-time position with the same employer under the same approved petition, your status generally continues uninterrupted. If the role ends before the petition period expires, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, transfer your H-1B, or depart the U.S. Notify USCIS of any material changes to your job duties or location through an amended petition.
Can my employer file an H-1B for a PR intern role that is listed as requiring only a bachelor's preferred rather than required?
USCIS scrutinizes "preferred" language closely and often issues RFEs when a job posting doesn't firmly require a specific degree. Ask your employer to rewrite the job description to state that a bachelor's in communications, public relations, or a closely related field is required. This change reduces adjudication risk significantly and supports the specialty occupation determination.