Public Relations Intern Jobs in Oklahoma
Public Relations Intern jobs in Oklahoma concentrate in corporate communications, nonprofit advocacy, and government affairs, with the most active hiring in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Norman. Major employers with a lasting presence in Oklahoma that regularly bring on public relations interns include Devon Energy, INTEGRIS Health, and the University of Oklahoma. The most in-demand sub-areas are media relations, social media content creation, and community outreach. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Summary
Plans, supervises, and participates in the preparation of press releases and follows up on the same to ensure community awareness of all year-round service programs utilizing air, print and social media; develops informational brochures; creates, writes and coordinates the production of TSA TMAC Tulsa newsletter; assists all local Officers whenever and wherever public information and/or photography services are needed.
Plans, administers, evaluates, and monitors the marketing donor development program, and direct mail campaigns, including localizing all appeal letters to donors.
Essential Functions
This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related
Responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.
Community Relations (60%)
Plans, supervises, and participates in the preparation of press releases and media relationships to ensure community awareness of year-round service programs utilizing air and print and digital media for maximum positive publicity. Follow up with stewardship of media inclusion with thank you notes, copies of articles to people included and other ideas.
Updates and maintains Army’s presence and effectiveness on all social media platforms; including newsletters, direct mail, assigned campaign events and donor relations.
Implements, administers, and sustains a marketing plan for The Salvation Army’s Tulsa Metropolitan Area Command; develops, plans, and conducts appropriate public awareness activities in support of The Salvation Army’s Tulsa Metropolitan Area Command.
Provides content and photographs of events and programs to be used in newsletters, brochures, and other
Salvation Amy publications, such as the Southern Spirit; maintains a current photo library of all year-round services.
Develops and writes copy for all brochures, newsletters, mailings, fliers and other print publications; follows up publications to completion of printing; sends copies of photos to anyone included in pictures of these publications with a personal appreciation note.
Develops and implements a year-round Salvation Army Awareness and Advocacy Campaign, including developing presentations, initiating contact with civic groups, companies, schools and churches to schedule presentations, and public speaking.
Plans, develops, coordinates and monitors all Salvation Army publicity.
Updates and maintains Army’s website.
Attends Advisory Board/Committee meetings and other Salvation Army functions; takes photos as required and develops local promotional plans; makes presentations to the advisory boards and committees as necessary.
Assists all local Officers wherever and whenever public information and photography services are needed; arranges interviews on special public information programs for the Area Commander and other Officers throughout the year.
Designs and prepares the Annual Report and marketing materials.
Development (30%)
Plans, develops, coordinates, and monitors details associated with special fund-raising and campaigns; identifies the necessary resources, equipment, and personnel.
Advocate for and provide awareness of The Salvation Army programs on social media platforms.
Monitor social medial platforms and react to any misinformation or issues which may have a negative impact on the organization.
Identify current and upcoming trends on social media platforms to better adapt to the social media changes overtime so the organization is able to maintain and provide better community outreach opportunities.
Assist with I-Remit & interchange white mail updates.
Assists the Director of Development with researching and analyzing the local market to determine appropriate fund-raising vehicles and frequency of same necessary to generate maximum level of donations to meet arid surpass goal objective.
Coordinates and participates in donor relations, including supervision of the year-round mail appeals and consultation on mailing schedules arid packet preparation.
Develops and coordinates the operation of fund-raising mail appeals; identifies new and inventive methods of increasing direct mail income working closely with mailing service firms to ensure productivity, effectiveness and efficiency.
Supports fund-raising events and programs and monitors the progress in reaching the monetary goal.
Brainstorms creative ideas to promote The Salvation Army and increase donations.
Maintains an effective working relationship with the Divisional Development Director, Resource Development Director, and Planned Giving Director by referring leads and sharing information that may enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the Area Command fund raising efforts; maintains awareness of Planned Giving Programs to recognize donor prospects.
Maintains up-to-date awareness of the latest fund-raising ideas and recommends the same into the Area Command fund-raising plans and strategies.
Other Responsibilities (10%)
Attends civic, chamber and United Way activities as requested.
Serves as Disaster Public Information Officer when needed.
Assists with Christmas-related fundraising activities and help identify opportunities.
Gives tours of our Salvation Army properties as requested.
Works with Director of Development to develop local promotional plans; conducts presentations when needed.
Performs other related work as requested by the Area Commander.
Performs other related work as required.
Physical Requirements
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to speak before large groups in person, by radio and television.
Ability to travel to various locations in order to participate in public meetings, conferences, etc.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, and the like. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Relations, Communications or related field, AND three years’ experience performing public relations and fund-raising functions through all forms of media with experience as a guest speaker, OR any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certifications/Licenses
Valid Driver’s License
Job Summary
Plans, supervises, and participates in the preparation of press releases and follows up on the same to ensure community awareness of all year-round service programs utilizing air, print and social media; develops informational brochures; creates, writes and coordinates the production of TSA TMAC Tulsa newsletter; assists all local Officers whenever and wherever public information and/or photography services are needed.
Plans, administers, evaluates, and monitors the marketing donor development program, and direct mail campaigns, including localizing all appeal letters to donors.
Essential Functions
This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related
Responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.
Community Relations (60%)
Plans, supervises, and participates in the preparation of press releases and media relationships to ensure community awareness of year-round service programs utilizing air and print and digital media for maximum positive publicity. Follow up with stewardship of media inclusion with thank you notes, copies of articles to people included and other ideas.
Updates and maintains Army’s presence and effectiveness on all social media platforms; including newsletters, direct mail, assigned campaign events and donor relations.
Implements, administers, and sustains a marketing plan for The Salvation Army’s Tulsa Metropolitan Area Command; develops, plans, and conducts appropriate public awareness activities in support of The Salvation Army’s Tulsa Metropolitan Area Command.
Provides content and photographs of events and programs to be used in newsletters, brochures, and other
Salvation Amy publications, such as the Southern Spirit; maintains a current photo library of all year-round services.
Develops and writes copy for all brochures, newsletters, mailings, fliers and other print publications; follows up publications to completion of printing; sends copies of photos to anyone included in pictures of these publications with a personal appreciation note.
Develops and implements a year-round Salvation Army Awareness and Advocacy Campaign, including developing presentations, initiating contact with civic groups, companies, schools and churches to schedule presentations, and public speaking.
Plans, develops, coordinates and monitors all Salvation Army publicity.
Updates and maintains Army’s website.
Attends Advisory Board/Committee meetings and other Salvation Army functions; takes photos as required and develops local promotional plans; makes presentations to the advisory boards and committees as necessary.
Assists all local Officers wherever and whenever public information and photography services are needed; arranges interviews on special public information programs for the Area Commander and other Officers throughout the year.
Designs and prepares the Annual Report and marketing materials.
Development (30%)
Plans, develops, coordinates, and monitors details associated with special fund-raising and campaigns; identifies the necessary resources, equipment, and personnel.
Advocate for and provide awareness of The Salvation Army programs on social media platforms.
Monitor social medial platforms and react to any misinformation or issues which may have a negative impact on the organization.
Identify current and upcoming trends on social media platforms to better adapt to the social media changes overtime so the organization is able to maintain and provide better community outreach opportunities.
Assist with I-Remit & interchange white mail updates.
Assists the Director of Development with researching and analyzing the local market to determine appropriate fund-raising vehicles and frequency of same necessary to generate maximum level of donations to meet arid surpass goal objective.
Coordinates and participates in donor relations, including supervision of the year-round mail appeals and consultation on mailing schedules arid packet preparation.
Develops and coordinates the operation of fund-raising mail appeals; identifies new and inventive methods of increasing direct mail income working closely with mailing service firms to ensure productivity, effectiveness and efficiency.
Supports fund-raising events and programs and monitors the progress in reaching the monetary goal.
Brainstorms creative ideas to promote The Salvation Army and increase donations.
Maintains an effective working relationship with the Divisional Development Director, Resource Development Director, and Planned Giving Director by referring leads and sharing information that may enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the Area Command fund raising efforts; maintains awareness of Planned Giving Programs to recognize donor prospects.
Maintains up-to-date awareness of the latest fund-raising ideas and recommends the same into the Area Command fund-raising plans and strategies.
Other Responsibilities (10%)
Attends civic, chamber and United Way activities as requested.
Serves as Disaster Public Information Officer when needed.
Assists with Christmas-related fundraising activities and help identify opportunities.
Gives tours of our Salvation Army properties as requested.
Works with Director of Development to develop local promotional plans; conducts presentations when needed.
Performs other related work as requested by the Area Commander.
Performs other related work as required.
Physical Requirements
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to speak before large groups in person, by radio and television.
Ability to travel to various locations in order to participate in public meetings, conferences, etc.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, and the like. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Relations, Communications or related field, AND three years’ experience performing public relations and fund-raising functions through all forms of media with experience as a guest speaker, OR any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certifications/Licenses
Valid Driver’s License
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What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in public relations intern jobs across Oklahoma.
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a communications, journalism, or public relations degree program
- Strong written communication skills with experience drafting press releases or media pitches
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content scheduling tools such as Hootsuite or Sprout Social
- Ability to support event coordination, community outreach, or media monitoring tasks
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic graphic design tools like Canva
- Collaborative team player comfortable working in a fast-paced communications environment
Public Relations Intern Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a public relations intern in Oklahoma?
The concrete path into a public relations intern role in Oklahoma starts with enrollment in or completion of a communications, journalism, or public relations program at an Oklahoma university such as the University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma State University, or the University of Central Oklahoma. No state-issued license is required. Most employers expect a portfolio of writing samples, coursework in media relations or strategic communications, and ideally a campus organization or prior internship that shows hands-on experience.
Which companies hire public relations interns in Oklahoma?
Companies currently hiring public relations interns in Oklahoma include State Farm, MidFirst Bank, and The Salvation Army, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Oklahoma's energy, healthcare, and higher education sectors are consistently among the most active sources of public relations internship openings in the state.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most public relations intern jobs?
Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Bixby have the most public relations intern openings in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City leads because of its concentration of corporate headquarters, state government agencies, and large healthcare systems, while Tulsa's industrial and arts sectors drive demand there, and Norman benefits from the University of Oklahoma and its affiliated organizations anchoring a steady pipeline of communications internships.
Are there remote public relations intern jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, and they're more common than in many fields, since much of the work involves writing, media monitoring, and digital content that can be done off-site. About 0% of public relations intern openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in communications roles. Tasks like media outreach, social media management, and press release drafting are the parts of the job most frequently performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a public relations intern in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to structured internship programs at large Oklahoma institutions such as the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, INTEGRIS Health, or state government communications offices, which regularly onboard students and recent graduates with no prior professional experience. Contributing to a campus newspaper, student government communications team, or a recognized Oklahoma nonprofit gives you writing samples to show. A clean portfolio of press releases, social copy, or event recaps often matters more than a prior internship title.
Where can I find and apply to public relations intern jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to public relations intern jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles that fit your background, review the full listing details, and apply directly to the ones that match where you are in your career.
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