Public Relations Associate Internships
Public relations associate internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in media outreach, campaign development, and stakeholder communication alongside working PR practitioners, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, with Walker Sands, Power Digital Marketing, and VSC among the employers posting roles now.
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Summary
ABOUT SAINT LAURENTFounded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent was the first couture house to introduce the concept of luxury prêt-à -porter in a 1966 collection called ‘Rive Gauche’, synonymous with youth and freedom. This shift represented a first critical step in the modernization of fashion and revolutionized the socio- cultural landscape.
In 1999, the luxury goods division of the Kering Group acquired Yves Saint Laurent and, under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since April
2016, continues to position the house at the summit of the luxury universe.
Today, Saint Laurent collections include women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties and eyewear.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Public Relations Intern who will report to the Sr. Director of PR & Media as part of our dynamic team in New York, New York.
ROLE
You will be supporting the Public Relations Director, Public Relations Manager, Media Manager, and Public Relations Coordinator in their daily activities. You will also be maintaining the organization of the sample closet, showroom and magazine archive.
MISSION
- Assisting with sample trafficking, new sample inventory and gifting initiatives
- Reviewing national and local publications and websites for editorial credits on a daily basis
- Assisting with daily digital and weekly print + digital press reviews
- Assisting with VIP dressing initiatives
- Coordinating messenger services and international overnight shipments
PROFILE
- Students with an interest in luxury fashion and Public Relations
- Marketing and/or Advertising and would prefer candidates with prior corporate office experience
- Must have availability in the NYC office minimum 3 days a week
Th e base compensation for this position is $17/hr.
Saint Laurent is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.
Job Type
Student (Fixed Term) (Trainee)Start Date
2026-12-11Schedule
Part timeOrganization
YSL America Holding Inc.Summary
ABOUT SAINT LAURENTFounded in 1961, Yves Saint Laurent was the first couture house to introduce the concept of luxury prêt-à -porter in a 1966 collection called ‘Rive Gauche’, synonymous with youth and freedom. This shift represented a first critical step in the modernization of fashion and revolutionized the socio- cultural landscape.
In 1999, the luxury goods division of the Kering Group acquired Yves Saint Laurent and, under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello since April
2016, continues to position the house at the summit of the luxury universe.
Today, Saint Laurent collections include women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties and eyewear.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Public Relations Intern who will report to the Sr. Director of PR & Media as part of our dynamic team in New York, New York.
ROLE
You will be supporting the Public Relations Director, Public Relations Manager, Media Manager, and Public Relations Coordinator in their daily activities. You will also be maintaining the organization of the sample closet, showroom and magazine archive.
MISSION
- Assisting with sample trafficking, new sample inventory and gifting initiatives
- Reviewing national and local publications and websites for editorial credits on a daily basis
- Assisting with daily digital and weekly print + digital press reviews
- Assisting with VIP dressing initiatives
- Coordinating messenger services and international overnight shipments
PROFILE
- Students with an interest in luxury fashion and Public Relations
- Marketing and/or Advertising and would prefer candidates with prior corporate office experience
- Must have availability in the NYC office minimum 3 days a week
Th e base compensation for this position is $17/hr.
Saint Laurent is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.
Job Type
Student (Fixed Term) (Trainee)Start Date
2026-12-11Schedule
Part timeOrganization
YSL America Holding Inc.Public Relations Associate Internship Market
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Tips for Your Public Relations Associate Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large agency groups and corporate communications teams recruit summer interns the preceding fall and close cohorts before most students start looking. Smaller firms and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings in September for the following summer and set a recurring alert so you catch new postings as they go live.
Build a writing portfolio before you apply
Public relations associate intern recruiters need something concrete to assess. Compile two or three writing samples, a press release, a media pitch, a campaign brief, or a bylined piece from a campus publication. Host them in a simple online folder or personal site so you can drop one link on every application without explaining where the work lives.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors with industry connections often know which employers recruit from your school before roles appear publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, combining both channels widens the pool of programs you actually reach rather than waiting for a single pipeline.
Practice the PR intern screen out loud
Public relations associate intern interviews typically include a writing exercise, a media pitch scenario, or a case question about managing a communications challenge. Practice your responses aloud, not just in your head, because interviewers weigh how clearly you explain your reasoning and prioritize under time pressure as much as the quality of the final answer.
Target structured communications internship programs early
Many large employers run named communications or PR rotational programs designed to train people new to the field, recruiting months before the start date with competitive application windows. Identify the programs that fit your background, note their deadlines, and apply in the first round, seats in structured cohorts rarely reopen after the initial wave fills.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 35% of the public relations associate internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start sorting through postings. Filtering by location and work type upfront means you spend time on roles you can actually accept rather than reading listings you'll rule out at the offer stage.
Public Relations Associate Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a public relations associate internship?
Lead with coursework, class projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For public relations associate candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters want to see is a portfolio of writing samples, press releases, pitch drafts, or campaign briefs. Apply directly to company career pages and attend campus career fairs, where PR recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a public relations associate internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for public relations associate interns is consistent performance on real client work, available headcount on the team, and understanding when return-offer decisions are made so you can ask the right questions early. Treat the internship as an audition, but keep applying to full-time roles in parallel rather than counting on a single outcome.
When should I apply for public relations associate internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large agency groups and corporate communications teams recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping cohorts before January. Smaller firms and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Set a job alert and check listings regularly, the best-structured programs fill on a rolling basis, not all at once.
Are public relations associate internships paid?
Most professional public relations associate internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears on the listing. Larger agencies and corporate in-house teams tend to offer structured stipends or hourly rates, while some nonprofit and startup programs are unpaid, so check each posting individually.
What should a public relations associate internship resume include?
Lead with projects rather than work history. Include two or three documented projects showing what you did, the tools or platforms you used, and where the work can be seen, for public relations associate candidates that means linked writing samples, a press release you drafted, a media list you built, or a campaign brief you developed in class. Add relevant coursework and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote public relations associate internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 65% of the public relations associate internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from outside the local market, so apply early once you've decided what works for you. Use the work-type filter to see only the format you can commit to before you start sorting through postings.
Can international students get public relations associate internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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