Public Relations Intern Jobs in Arizona
Public Relations Intern jobs in Arizona concentrate in technology, healthcare, higher education, and tourism, with Phoenix and Scottsdale anchoring the majority of openings and Tucson adding steady demand driven by the University of Arizona and its surrounding research ecosystem. Large, established employers such as Banner Health, Intel, and Arizona State University regularly bring on public relations interns to support media relations, community outreach, and digital communications work. The most in-demand specialties are social media management, corporate communications, and nonprofit public affairs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary: The Assistant Director of Public Relations and Marketing supports the strategic development, execution, and evaluation of integrated marketing, communications, and public relations initiatives for Gila River Health Care (GRHC), serving the Gila River Indian Community. This role advances the organization’s mission to provide high-quality, culturally responsive care to the GRIC Community. The position plays a critical role in strengthening community trust, promoting health and wellness, and ensuring all communications reflect the Community’s values, traditions, and commitment to self-governance. The Assistant Director also supports operational functions including budgeting, contracts, procurement, and vendor management in alignment with GRHC policies and stewardship of resources.
Critical Tasks:
- Assist in developing and executing marketing and communications strategies that align with GRHC’s mission and
- community health needs
- Lead, supervise, and support marketing staff to ensure efficient operations, successful project execution, and achievement of organizational objectives.
- Ensure all initiatives reflect and respect tribal sovereignty and self-governance principles
- Collaborate with GRHC leadership, and community stakeholders to align messaging and outreach efforts
- Ensure all messaging, visuals, and campaigns reflect the values, traditions, and cultural identity of the GRHC Community.
- Maintain brand standards while integrating culturally meaningful elements and language
- Review and approve materials to ensure cultural sensitivity and appropriateness
- Support crisis communications with a focus on transparency, cultural awareness, and community impact
- Lead planning and execution of community events, health fairs, wellness initiatives, and culturally significant events
- Coordinate participation in GRIC observances, celebrations, and community gatherings
- Manage sponsorships and partnerships to ensure alignment with Community priorities and benefit to members
- Build and maintain strong relationships with tribal departments, programs, schools, and community leaders
- Assist in development and oversight of the department’s budget with strong emphasis on responsible stewardship of company resources
- Oversee procurement processes including purchase orders, invoicing, and financial documentation
- Support financial reporting, audits, and accountability standards
- Manage contracts for marketing services, media, sponsorships, and external partnerships.
- Oversee vendor performance, ensuring deliverables, timelines, and budgets are met
- Support payroll processes, timekeeping, and personnel documentation in coordination with HR and Finance
- Assist in staffing coordination, resource allocation, and departmental operations
- Ensure compliance with GRHC policies and procedures
- Support digital strategy including website, social media, and email communications with a focus on accessibility and inclusivity
- Ensure communications are accessible to elders and individuals with varying levels of digital access
- Monitor performance metrics and adjust strategies to better reach Community members
- Support internal communications that foster employee engagement, cultural pride, and alignment with GRHC’s mission
- Promote awareness of Community events, cultural observances, and organizational initiatives
- Reinforce a workplace culture grounded in respect, service, and shared purpose
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to marketing and communications staff
- Collaborate across GRHC departments including clinical, behavioral health, public health, and tribal programs
- Foster a collaborative, respectful, and mission-driven team environment
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a closely related field of study required.
- 5+ years of experience (healthcare preferred) in marketing, public relations, or a related field required.
- Experience in developing and maintaining marketing strategies and with digital marketing and related software applications required.
- Demonstrates ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically the Gila River Community and/or other Native American cultures and community health services.
- Be a member of a federally recognized tribe, preferred.
Position Summary: The Assistant Director of Public Relations and Marketing supports the strategic development, execution, and evaluation of integrated marketing, communications, and public relations initiatives for Gila River Health Care (GRHC), serving the Gila River Indian Community. This role advances the organization’s mission to provide high-quality, culturally responsive care to the GRIC Community. The position plays a critical role in strengthening community trust, promoting health and wellness, and ensuring all communications reflect the Community’s values, traditions, and commitment to self-governance. The Assistant Director also supports operational functions including budgeting, contracts, procurement, and vendor management in alignment with GRHC policies and stewardship of resources.
Critical Tasks:
- Assist in developing and executing marketing and communications strategies that align with GRHC’s mission and
- community health needs
- Lead, supervise, and support marketing staff to ensure efficient operations, successful project execution, and achievement of organizational objectives.
- Ensure all initiatives reflect and respect tribal sovereignty and self-governance principles
- Collaborate with GRHC leadership, and community stakeholders to align messaging and outreach efforts
- Ensure all messaging, visuals, and campaigns reflect the values, traditions, and cultural identity of the GRHC Community.
- Maintain brand standards while integrating culturally meaningful elements and language
- Review and approve materials to ensure cultural sensitivity and appropriateness
- Support crisis communications with a focus on transparency, cultural awareness, and community impact
- Lead planning and execution of community events, health fairs, wellness initiatives, and culturally significant events
- Coordinate participation in GRIC observances, celebrations, and community gatherings
- Manage sponsorships and partnerships to ensure alignment with Community priorities and benefit to members
- Build and maintain strong relationships with tribal departments, programs, schools, and community leaders
- Assist in development and oversight of the department’s budget with strong emphasis on responsible stewardship of company resources
- Oversee procurement processes including purchase orders, invoicing, and financial documentation
- Support financial reporting, audits, and accountability standards
- Manage contracts for marketing services, media, sponsorships, and external partnerships.
- Oversee vendor performance, ensuring deliverables, timelines, and budgets are met
- Support payroll processes, timekeeping, and personnel documentation in coordination with HR and Finance
- Assist in staffing coordination, resource allocation, and departmental operations
- Ensure compliance with GRHC policies and procedures
- Support digital strategy including website, social media, and email communications with a focus on accessibility and inclusivity
- Ensure communications are accessible to elders and individuals with varying levels of digital access
- Monitor performance metrics and adjust strategies to better reach Community members
- Support internal communications that foster employee engagement, cultural pride, and alignment with GRHC’s mission
- Promote awareness of Community events, cultural observances, and organizational initiatives
- Reinforce a workplace culture grounded in respect, service, and shared purpose
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to marketing and communications staff
- Collaborate across GRHC departments including clinical, behavioral health, public health, and tribal programs
- Foster a collaborative, respectful, and mission-driven team environment
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a closely related field of study required.
- 5+ years of experience (healthcare preferred) in marketing, public relations, or a related field required.
- Experience in developing and maintaining marketing strategies and with digital marketing and related software applications required.
- Demonstrates ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically the Gila River Community and/or other Native American cultures and community health services.
- Be a member of a federally recognized tribe, preferred.
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- Current enrollment or recent degree in public relations, communications, or journalism
- Demonstrated writing ability through coursework samples, a portfolio, or published clips
- Familiarity with social media platforms and basic digital content creation tools
- Experience with media monitoring software such as Cision or Meltwater is a plus
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines simultaneously
- Ability to work on-site or hybrid at an Arizona office location as required
Public Relations Intern Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a public relations intern in Arizona?
Public relations internships in Arizona do not require a state-issued license or certification. The typical path is enrollment in or recent graduation from a communications, public relations, or journalism program at an Arizona university such as Arizona State University, the University of Arizona, or Grand Canyon University. Most hiring managers look for a portfolio of writing samples, experience with campus media or student organizations, and basic knowledge of digital communications tools before extending an offer.
Which companies hire public relations interns in Arizona?
Companies currently hiring public relations interns in Arizona include req, Kahala Management, and Gila River Health Care, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's mix of large healthcare systems, major universities, technology firms, and hospitality brands means public relations intern openings appear across several distinct industries throughout the year.
Which Arizona cities have the most public relations intern jobs?
Phoenix, Sacaton, and Chandler lead Arizona for public relations intern openings. Phoenix and Scottsdale together account for the largest share, driven by corporate headquarters, healthcare systems, and a growing technology sector, while Tucson's openings cluster around the University of Arizona, nonprofit organizations, and regional media outlets that create steady entry-level communications demand.
Are there remote public relations intern jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and they are more common than in many fields, since much of a public relations intern's work involves writing, media monitoring, and digital communications that translate well to remote settings. About 100% of public relations intern openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting employer flexibility introduced in recent years. Media relations coordination and social media management roles are the sub-areas most frequently listed as fully remote.
How can I get hired as a public relations intern in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to internship programs run through Arizona's large universities and anchor institutions. Arizona State University's Stacy and Jon Riffe Student Success Center connects students with employer partners, and Banner Health and Intel both maintain structured internship pipelines that accept candidates with limited professional experience. Contributing to a campus newspaper, managing a student organization's social media, or volunteering with a Phoenix-area nonprofit to build a writing portfolio are concrete steps that substitute for paid experience when applying to entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to public relations intern jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to public relations intern jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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