Public Relations Intern Jobs in Los Angeles, CA
Public Relations Intern jobs in Los Angeles are concentrated in entertainment, tech, fashion, and consumer brands, with openings clustered in Hollywood, Century City, and Downtown LA. Employers actively hiring include Highwire, SixTen PR, and Here to serve. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Account Executives at Highwire are passionate communicators and collaborative team players who bring client programs to life. On our Health team, they work with healthcare innovators, life sciences companies, health-tech disruptors, and organizations shaping the future of healthcare.
They navigate complex topics such as digital health, medical technologies, clinical research, patient solutions, and healthcare policy, translating technical and clinical messages into clear, compelling narratives that inform, engage, and inspire.
Key Responsibilities
Client Service & Program Support
- Support day-to-day client account work, including media relations, awards, speaking programs, and content development.
- Help manage projects by tracking deliverables, timelines, and priorities to ensure quality and alignment with client goals.
- Participate in client calls and meetings, taking notes, drafting recaps, and ensuring follow-up items are completed.
- Research industry trends, competitors, and media opportunities to inform client storytelling.
- Assist in the creation of quarterly campaign plans and PR recommendations.
Media & Influencer Relations
- Build and maintain relationships with reporters and influencers across healthcare, life sciences, and health-tech outlets.
- Research and develop targeted media lists and pitch opportunities.
- Draft, refine, and distribute pitches that generate coverage aligned with client goals.
- Monitor media coverage and industry news to identify opportunities for client participation.
- Contribute to social and digital amplification strategies to extend earned media results.
Writing & Content Development
- Write and edit clear, engaging content across multiple formats, including:
- Press releases, media pitches, and Q&As
- Award submissions, speaking abstracts, and bios
- Contributed articles, blogs, and background materials
- Translate complex healthcare or clinical concepts into accessible, compelling narratives.
- Ensure accuracy, tone, and messaging consistency across all client deliverables.
Insights, Analytics & Integration
- Track, analyze, and report on media results and campaign performance.
- Support senior team members in using data to refine pitching and storytelling strategies.
- Collaborate with colleagues across teams—social, content, design—to ensure integrated program delivery.
Collaboration & Growth
- Work closely with your team to support execution, share ideas, and learn from senior mentors.
- Take initiative on projects, communicate clearly, and manage your time effectively.
- Contribute to a supportive, creative, and collaborative team environment.
Success Factors
- 2–3 years of PR or communications experience, in an agency setting
- Background in healthcare, life sciences, or health-tech sectors
- Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for detail and clarity
- Experience supporting media relations and securing coverage
- Strong organization and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
- Curiosity about emerging technology trends and storytelling opportunities
- A proactive, team-oriented, and growth-minded attitude
The salary range for this position is $54,000 to $72,000, with the final offer based on a combination of factors, including education, relevant experience, skills, prior training, internal equity, and local geographic market data. This role also includes a competitive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, generous paid time off, and additional perks designed to support your overall well-being and growth. #LI-Remote
About Highwire
Highwire is a strategic marketing communications agency at the intersection of innovation and industry. We partner with ambitious companies and established brands to navigate complexity, lead markets, and grow with purpose. With integrated expertise in strategic marketing and communications, corporate reputation, creative, and insights, we cut through the noise to deliver bold ideas and measurable impact across B2B technology, healthcare, cybersecurity, energy, professional and financial services, and more.
At Highwire, we believe that storytelling fuels transformation. We know that the most impactful stories represent all voices and perspectives. As a values-driven agency, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone—regardless of age, race/ethnicity, size, shape, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and different abilities–can feel safe, celebrated and worthy.
We ensure that every Highwire Walker has the requisite support to soar in their careers. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is foundational and embedded in our business and culture. We aspire to change our industry and build a better future for all.
Our people-first culture is driven by four core values:
- Team Empowerment
- Growth Mindset
- Inclusion Always
- Fierce Distinction
We're looking for individuals with big ideas, strong opinions, and the energy to bring them to life. If you thrive in an environment that values personal accountability, high standards, and boundless motivation, this is the opportunity for you. Be part of our award-winning culture and contribute to an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact.
Highwire. Above all.
Our people-first culture is reflected in the meaningful benefits, flexibility, and support we offer:
- Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth
- Flexible hybrid work model tailored to your schedule and lifestyle
- Generous vacation policy, including extended summer and winter breaks
- Early log-off on Fridays through our Empower Hours program
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA options
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Annual Growth Mindset stipend for books, events, or learning experiences
- Monthly technology reimbursement
- Wellness benefit program for mental and physical health
- 501c3 donation matching program
- Mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities
- Monthly recognition and team celebrations
- Employee referral and new business referral bonuses
- Quarterly Highwire events and team gatherings
- Dog-friendly office environment
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace where you can grow and do your best work
Location & Work Environment
Highwire offers both remote and hybrid work options, depending on where you live.
Hybrid: Candidates located within commuting distance of our New York, NY or San Francisco, CA offices follow a hybrid schedule, with three in-office days per week.
Remote: We hire for fully remote roles in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Washington, D.C..
Please note: We are only able to consider candidates who reside in one of the locations listed above at the time of hire.
Join the Highwire team
If you're inspired by the opportunity to shape meaningful stories and grow alongside a team that values innovation, accountability, and inclusion, apply below to start the conversation.
Please note: This posting may be used to build our talent pipeline, connect with top professionals in the industry, or extend reach across multiple locations. We welcome all interested candidates to apply and explore opportunities at Highwire!
Account Executives at Highwire are passionate communicators and collaborative team players who bring client programs to life. On our Health team, they work with healthcare innovators, life sciences companies, health-tech disruptors, and organizations shaping the future of healthcare.
They navigate complex topics such as digital health, medical technologies, clinical research, patient solutions, and healthcare policy, translating technical and clinical messages into clear, compelling narratives that inform, engage, and inspire.
Key Responsibilities
Client Service & Program Support
- Support day-to-day client account work, including media relations, awards, speaking programs, and content development.
- Help manage projects by tracking deliverables, timelines, and priorities to ensure quality and alignment with client goals.
- Participate in client calls and meetings, taking notes, drafting recaps, and ensuring follow-up items are completed.
- Research industry trends, competitors, and media opportunities to inform client storytelling.
- Assist in the creation of quarterly campaign plans and PR recommendations.
Media & Influencer Relations
- Build and maintain relationships with reporters and influencers across healthcare, life sciences, and health-tech outlets.
- Research and develop targeted media lists and pitch opportunities.
- Draft, refine, and distribute pitches that generate coverage aligned with client goals.
- Monitor media coverage and industry news to identify opportunities for client participation.
- Contribute to social and digital amplification strategies to extend earned media results.
Writing & Content Development
- Write and edit clear, engaging content across multiple formats, including:
- Press releases, media pitches, and Q&As
- Award submissions, speaking abstracts, and bios
- Contributed articles, blogs, and background materials
- Translate complex healthcare or clinical concepts into accessible, compelling narratives.
- Ensure accuracy, tone, and messaging consistency across all client deliverables.
Insights, Analytics & Integration
- Track, analyze, and report on media results and campaign performance.
- Support senior team members in using data to refine pitching and storytelling strategies.
- Collaborate with colleagues across teams—social, content, design—to ensure integrated program delivery.
Collaboration & Growth
- Work closely with your team to support execution, share ideas, and learn from senior mentors.
- Take initiative on projects, communicate clearly, and manage your time effectively.
- Contribute to a supportive, creative, and collaborative team environment.
Success Factors
- 2–3 years of PR or communications experience, in an agency setting
- Background in healthcare, life sciences, or health-tech sectors
- Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for detail and clarity
- Experience supporting media relations and securing coverage
- Strong organization and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
- Curiosity about emerging technology trends and storytelling opportunities
- A proactive, team-oriented, and growth-minded attitude
The salary range for this position is $54,000 to $72,000, with the final offer based on a combination of factors, including education, relevant experience, skills, prior training, internal equity, and local geographic market data. This role also includes a competitive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, generous paid time off, and additional perks designed to support your overall well-being and growth. #LI-Remote
About Highwire
Highwire is a strategic marketing communications agency at the intersection of innovation and industry. We partner with ambitious companies and established brands to navigate complexity, lead markets, and grow with purpose. With integrated expertise in strategic marketing and communications, corporate reputation, creative, and insights, we cut through the noise to deliver bold ideas and measurable impact across B2B technology, healthcare, cybersecurity, energy, professional and financial services, and more.
At Highwire, we believe that storytelling fuels transformation. We know that the most impactful stories represent all voices and perspectives. As a values-driven agency, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone—regardless of age, race/ethnicity, size, shape, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and different abilities–can feel safe, celebrated and worthy.
We ensure that every Highwire Walker has the requisite support to soar in their careers. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is foundational and embedded in our business and culture. We aspire to change our industry and build a better future for all.
Our people-first culture is driven by four core values:
- Team Empowerment
- Growth Mindset
- Inclusion Always
- Fierce Distinction
We're looking for individuals with big ideas, strong opinions, and the energy to bring them to life. If you thrive in an environment that values personal accountability, high standards, and boundless motivation, this is the opportunity for you. Be part of our award-winning culture and contribute to an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact.
Highwire. Above all.
Our people-first culture is reflected in the meaningful benefits, flexibility, and support we offer:
- Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth
- Flexible hybrid work model tailored to your schedule and lifestyle
- Generous vacation policy, including extended summer and winter breaks
- Early log-off on Fridays through our Empower Hours program
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA options
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Annual Growth Mindset stipend for books, events, or learning experiences
- Monthly technology reimbursement
- Wellness benefit program for mental and physical health
- 501c3 donation matching program
- Mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities
- Monthly recognition and team celebrations
- Employee referral and new business referral bonuses
- Quarterly Highwire events and team gatherings
- Dog-friendly office environment
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace where you can grow and do your best work
Location & Work Environment
Highwire offers both remote and hybrid work options, depending on where you live.
Hybrid: Candidates located within commuting distance of our New York, NY or San Francisco, CA offices follow a hybrid schedule, with three in-office days per week.
Remote: We hire for fully remote roles in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Washington, D.C..
Please note: We are only able to consider candidates who reside in one of the locations listed above at the time of hire.
Join the Highwire team
If you're inspired by the opportunity to shape meaningful stories and grow alongside a team that values innovation, accountability, and inclusion, apply below to start the conversation.
Please note: This posting may be used to build our talent pipeline, connect with top professionals in the industry, or extend reach across multiple locations. We welcome all interested candidates to apply and explore opportunities at Highwire!
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Public Relations Intern Jobs in Los Angeles: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a public relations intern job in Los Angeles?
Target the sectors that drive the most hiring in Los Angeles: entertainment studios, streaming platforms, fashion labels, consumer tech firms, and agency groups representing all of the above. Jobs cluster in Hollywood, West Hollywood, Century City, and Downtown LA. Candidates who stand out combine strong writing samples with demonstrable social media fluency, and many entry points come through campus PR programs tied to USC, UCLA, or LMU.
Which companies hire public relations interns in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles public relations intern roles are posted by Highwire, SixTen PR, and Here to serve and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The local market is especially active among entertainment studios, boutique PR agencies, and consumer lifestyle brands with national profiles but Los Angeles headquarters.
Are there remote public relations intern jobs in Los Angeles?
Yes, though the role is often relationship- and event-driven, which limits full remote options more than analytical or purely desk-based positions. About 67% of public relations intern openings tied to Los Angeles are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the more common format. Research, media monitoring, and pitch writing tend to be the tasks most frequently performed off-site.
How can I get a public relations intern job in Los Angeles with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Los Angeles is through boutique entertainment or lifestyle PR agencies, which regularly hire part-time and unpaid interns for hands-on roles with immediate client exposure. Building a portfolio through student-run organizations, local nonprofit communications, or campus newspaper PR work signals readiness to Los Angeles employers. Internship-to-hire pipelines at mid-size agencies in West Hollywood and Culver City are especially active for candidates with strong written samples and social content experience.
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