2027 Summer Internship, Strategic Communications

FTI Consulting LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting LLP in London is offering a paid eight-week Summer Internship in Strategic Communications. You will learn from sector and specialism teams across corporate reputation, capital markets and public affairs, gaining hands-on experience in media outreach and client storytelling.

We seek candidates with a genuine interest in communications and PR, strong writing skills and a collaborative mindset. Penultimate-year students graduating in 2028 are encouraged to apply; a 2:1 degree is

Qualifications

• Interest in pursuing a career in communications and PR.
• Be in penultimate year and graduating in 2028 for a first degree or masters.
• Be expected to obtain a 2:1 degree at any university in any discipline.

Responsibilities

• Draft press releases and support client communications and content creation.
• Research and brainstorm ideas to support communications strategies.
• Prepare clients for media engagements, including drafting briefing notes.
• Compile coverage reports and conduct media and digital landscape analysis.
• Produce activity reports to capture the impact of client comms strategy.
• Support planning, communication and execution of client events.
• Assist colleagues on new business proposals.

Skills

Excellent writing

Outstanding communication

Strong attention to detail

Teamwork / collaboration

Creative thinking

Proactive attitude

Networking

Adaptability

Education

2:1 degree (or equivalent) in any discipline

Job description

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side‑by‑side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you. Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

The Strategic Communications segment within FTI Consulting designs, develops and executes communications strategies for clients managing financial, regulatory, and reputational challenges. For more than 35 years, we have served as trusted advisers to management teams and Boards of Directors seeking to seize opportunities, manage crises, navigate market disruptions, and preserve their right to operate. We help businesses articulate their brand and competitive position, working with them to share their corporate messages most effectively with key stakeholders – whether these are investors, policy makers, employees, or consumers – through both traditional and digital PR channels. With over 300+ colleagues across our London office, we offer the flexibility to work either in specialist teams or in cross‑sector practices across our three key pillars: corporate reputation, capital markets and public affairs. Our clients range from start‑ups to multinational companies, from household names to cutting edge businesses – and everything in between. We build and structure account teams with professionals across the business based on the client’s needs – meaning you will have the opportunity to work with a range of people.

About the Summer Internship

Do you want to work with the world’s most recognisable and influential businesses to tell their stories and navigate critical reputational challenges? Do you have strong communication and writing skills that you wish to apply in a dynamic team environment? Are you personable and looking to build a strong network with different types of communications professionals? Our London‑based paid summer internship will place you in a sector or specialism team for the duration of your eight‑week internship so that you can learn from experts in their respective fields. Our sector teams:

• Financial services
• Retail and consumer
• Natural resources and energy
• Real estate and property
• Industrials
• Technology media and telecoms
• Life sciences and healthcare

Our specialism teams:

• Public affairs
• People and transformation
• Crisis preparedness and management
• Special situations
• Digital and Insights
• Litigation

You will be immersed in a fast‑paced learning environment, where your development will be supported by “on‑the‑job” training from colleagues and senior members of your teams. During your time with us, you will:

• Gain an insight into the financial, regulatory, and reputational challenges faced by businesses and their leaders
• Learn how FTI advises businesses to mitigate risks and achieve successful outcomes through communications strategies
• Understand how FTI uses communications strategies to engage stakeholders and ensure that the right message reaches the right audience at the right time

Throughout the internship, you will be supported by a performance coach and a buddy who will provide day‑to‑day oversight and guidance during your time with us. You will be part of a larger internship cohort, both within Strategic Communications and the wider FTI Consulting business. As such, you will have a strong network around you of like‑minded young professionals and those dedicated to furthering your career development.

What You’ll Do

During your time with us, you will:

• Drafting press releases and supporting client comms and content creation
• Researching and brainstorming ideas to support communications strategies and planning ‘Selling in’ stories to journalists, pitching interviews and gathering feedback on a client strategy
• Helping prepare clients for media engagements, including drafting briefing notes
• Compiling coverage reports and conducting media and digital landscape analysis
• Producing activity reports to capture and evaluate the impact of client comms strategy
• Supporting planning, communication and execution of client events
• Supporting colleagues on new business proposals

How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on‑the‑job learning, self‑guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned to a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth. At FTI Consulting, we work hard to create an inclusive and high‑performing culture in which our professionals can grow their careers and achieve their full potential, while also ensuring that we cultivate a fast‑paced, supportive, and dynamic learning environment. As such, there are regular networking events and other social activities to get involved in. There are also groups dedicated to embracing, cultivating, and maintaining the diverse and inclusive nature of our team.

What You Will Need to Succeed

Basic qualifications

• An interest in exploring a career in communications and PR
• Be expected to obtain a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) at any university in any degree discipline
• Be in your penultimate year of study for a first degree or masters, graduating in 2028

Preferred Qualifications

• A strong work ethic and ‘can do’ attitude
• Excellent writing, grammar and numeracy skills (these will be tested as part of the interview process)
• An interest in, and understanding of, different forms of media
• Outstanding communication skills – in person, in writing and on the phone
• Strong detail orientation, organisation and time management
• The ability to work both individually and as part of a team
• Creative flair and the ability to think outside the box
• Proactive with the confidence to volunteer for a task without being asked
• A flexible approach to work, particularly in pressurised situations, and ability to think on your feet
• An ability to grasp and succinctly summarise complex issues
• An ability to network and build contacts

Note: this is NOT a management consulting, strategy consulting or marketing role.

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

With more than 8,100+ employees located in 32 countries and territories around the globe, we are the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. Our experts have led organizations, shaped policy, driven investigations, managed crises, advised world leaders and built businesses from the ground up. Learn more about the work we do and how we’re helping clients around the world turn their biggest challenges and opportunities into stories of success. Learn more about our impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where our people can grow and achieve their full potential. To learn more about FTI Consulting, visit www.fticonsulting.com/careers and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.