Communications & Public Affairs Intern

Global Strategy Group

. Prepare written materials for advocacy campaigns and grassroots logistics, including database maintenance, press releases, FAQ sheets, draft letters, statements, and memos .

Posted 10/26/2026internshipUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong writing, research, and communication skills essential for advocacy campaigns and public affairs. Proficient in digital advertising, social media management, and office administrative tasks while maintaining a high level of professionalism.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Excellent Writing SkillsResearch SkillsProficiency in PowerPointSocial Media FamiliarityEvent Coordination

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Hard Skills

WritingResearchDatabase MaintenancePress Release PreparationEvent CoordinationSocial Media MonitoringDigital AdvertisingOffice Administrative SkillsMedia Database ToolsDesign Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Work EthicAttention to DetailCreativityCommunication SkillsProfessionalism

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointExcelWordOutlookPC SystemsPhotoshop

Industry Keywords

Advocacy CampaignsPublic AffairsCommunity OutreachMediaPolitics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare written materials for advocacy campaigns and grassroots logistics, including database maintenance, press releases, FAQ sheets, draft letters, statements, and memos
Monitor news events, compile press lists, and conduct background research for current and potential clients
Cover press events and public hearings, including community board meetings
Assist with public event coordination
Help manage canvassing and direct community outreach
Assist with digital advertising and social media campaigns
Work closely with the Communications & Public Affairs team on tasks, projects, and presentations
Learn the operations of a full-service research, public affairs, and communications agency while contributing to client work

Requirements

What you’ll need

Rising college senior or recent graduate
Excellent writing, research, and communication skills
General office administrative skills
Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PC systems
Familiarity with Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms
Ability to work quickly and efficiently
Strong work ethic and high level of professionalism
Comfortable speaking with vendors, colleagues, media, and community stakeholders
Ability to commit to full-time work, 40 hours per week
Creativity and attention to detail
Knowledge of media and politics, social media monitoring and media database tools, Photoshop, or design skills are a plus, not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hands-on learning across communications and public affairs work
Hybrid work arrangement
Full-time internship (40 hours/week)
Reasonable accommodation available during application and interview process