Public Relations Intern Jobs

Public Relations Intern jobs are open across corporate communications, agencies, nonprofits, entertainment, and healthcare, from entry-level to pre-professional, with specializations in media relations, social media, and crisis communications. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles72+
Top stateCalifornia
Top cityWashington, Washington DC
Work type68% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Public Relations & Communications Intern
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Public Relations & Communications Intern
moomoo
Jersey City, New Jersey
Content & Communications
Marketing
Public Relations (PR)
Communications
On-Site
None

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The Brookings Institution
Research Intern, AI and Emerging Technology
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Research Intern, AI and Emerging Technology
The Brookings Institution
Washington, Washington DC
Research & Academia
Laboratory Research
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
Communications
$18.40/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
201-500

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Texas Mutual Insurance Company
Community Affairs Intern
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Texas Mutual Insurance Company
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Community Affairs Intern
Texas Mutual Insurance Company
Austin, Texas
Community & Nonprofit Services
Content & Communications
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Public Relations (PR)
$26.00/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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First Solar
Government Relations - Legislative & Regulatory Tracking Intern
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First Solar
Added 1w ago
Government Relations - Legislative & Regulatory Tracking Intern
First Solar
Phoenix, Arizona
Business Analysis
Research & Academia
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
Communications
$20 - $23/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Government Relation/Communications Intern
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Texas Health and Human Services Commission
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Government Relation/Communications Intern
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Austin, Texas
Content & Communications
Communications
Public Relations (PR)
$3,409 - $4,252/mo
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Public Relations Intern Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
    Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)5
  • Amazon
    Amazon4
  • Center for Strategic and International Studies
    Center for Strategic and International Studies4
  • Columbia University
    Columbia University3
  • Crisis24
    Crisis242

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software16
  • Education8
  • Consulting & Professional Services7
  • Government & Public Sector7
  • Non-Profit & Social Services7

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in public relations intern jobs.

  • Pursuing or holding a bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, or journalism
  • Strong writing skills with ability to produce press releases, pitches, and media advisories
  • Familiarity with media monitoring tools such as Cision, Meltwater, or MuckRack
  • Experience or coursework in social media content creation and platform management
  • Ability to build and maintain media contact lists and research journalist beats
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace for drafting and collaborative editing

Tips for Your Public Relations Intern Job Search

Tailor your resume to PR outputs

Hiring managers for public relations intern roles want to see clips, press releases, pitch emails, or media lists you've built, not just coursework. Replace generic bullet points with concrete deliverables, even if they came from class projects or volunteer work.

Build a short writing portfolio now

Most PR intern applicants skip a portfolio because they lack agency experience. Compile two or three writing samples, a mock press release, a pitch, or a published article, and host them as a simple PDF or free web page you can link in applications.

Target roles by communication specialty

Public relations intern listings vary widely: some focus on media pitching, others on social content, internal communications, or event support. Filter openings by the specialty you want so you're applying where your samples are the strongest match.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists public relations intern openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for an editorial skills test

Many PR intern interviews include a writing exercise, often a short press release or media pitch written on the spot or sent back within 24 hours. Practice drafting tight, newsy ledes and boilerplate company descriptions before your interview so the format feels familiar.

Follow up with a relevant news hook

After an interview, send a follow-up note that references a recent news story relevant to the organization's work. It signals real media awareness and reinforces the core skill PR teams hire for, which makes your note more memorable than a standard thank-you.

Public Relations Intern Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most public relations interns?

The companies hiring the most public relations interns right now include Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Amazon, and Center for Strategic and International Studies, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Openings are concentrated at PR agencies, large consumer brands, nonprofits, and entertainment companies.

How many public relations intern jobs are remote?

About 32% of public relations intern openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, making it one of the more flexible entry-level communication roles. Social media-focused and content-heavy intern positions tend to have the highest remote availability, while roles involving media events, press tours, or on-site client work are more likely to require in-person attendance.

How do you become a public relations intern?

Start by enrolling in or completing coursework in communications, public relations, or journalism, since most listings expect at least some college-level writing training. Build a portfolio of writing samples such as press releases, pitches, or published articles, even from class or volunteer projects. Then target openings that match your specialty, submit your resume and portfolio together, and follow up promptly after each application.

Can you get a public relations intern job with little experience?

Yes, many public relations intern roles are designed for candidates with no professional PR history, but you need to show writing ability and media awareness. Substitute professional clips with class projects, campus newspaper bylines, nonprofit press releases you drafted, or a mock media pitch you created for practice. Agencies and in-house teams hiring first-time interns care most about clear writing, a working knowledge of the news cycle, and genuine curiosity about the stories their clients tell.

What does the public relations intern interview process look like?

Most public relations intern interviews move through a phone or video screen with a recruiter or coordinator, followed by a writing exercise or take-home assignment such as a short press release or media pitch. A final round typically involves a conversation with a senior team member or account lead where you discuss your samples and walk through how you'd approach a real campaign scenario. The whole process usually wraps within two to three weeks.

Where can I find and apply to public relations intern jobs?

You can find and apply to public relations intern jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, location preference, and availability, then apply directly to each opening that fits. No separate sign-up step is required before you apply.

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