Communications and Public Relations Intern

Benefit Branding; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Benefit Branding is seeking a Communications and Public Relations Intern to support writing, media relations, research, and brand storytelling across client projects. The role offers hands-on experience in earned media, strategic messaging, and agency communications in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates are strong writers who are curious, well-organized, and able to manage multiple deadlines. This summer internship is partially remote and partly in person, with compensation of $16–$19

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Interest in communications, public relations, brand storytelling, media relations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with media list development and media research.
• Support press release drafting, editing, and formatting.
• Help draft pitch language and outreach materials.
• Monitor media coverage, collect placements, and prepare clipping reports.
• Support research for award submissions, speaking opportunities, partnerships, and brand positioning.
• Assist with thought leadership, blog, and written content development.
• Help organize press materials, messaging documents, and communications assets.
• Support campaign research, audience research, and competitor scans.
• Assist with outreach-related communications and event support for select client projects.

Skills

Strong writing

Attention to detail

Research-oriented

Agency experience

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Pursuing degree in Communications/PR

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Communications and Public Relations Intern

Communications and Public Relations Intern

Position Overview
The Communications and Public Relations Intern supports writing, media relations, research, brand storytelling, and communications coordination across client projects. This role is designed for someone who wants hands‑on experience in public relations, strategic messaging, earned media support, thought leadership, and broader communications work in an agency setting.

This role will support a mix of current client work, including public‑interest campaigns, brand storytelling efforts, and broader communications needs across Benefit Branding clients. Depending on project needs, the role may also support outreach and event‑related communications tied to client campaigns and activations.

This is a strong stepping stone for students and early‑career professionals interested in roles such as Communications Coordinator, Public Relations Coordinator, Account Coordinator, Media Relations Coordinator, or Community Engagement Coordinator.

What You’ll Do
Responsibilities may include:

Assist with media list development and media research

Support press release drafting, editing, and formatting

Help draft pitch language and outreach materials

Monitor media coverage, collect placements, and prepare clipping reports

Support research for award submissions, speaking opportunities, partnerships, and brand positioning

Assist with thought leadership, blog, and written content development

Help organize press materials, messaging documents, and communications assets

Support campaign research, audience research, and competitor scans

Assist with outreach‑related communications and event support for select client projects

Support general client communications coordination across projects

This role is especially well suited for someone who enjoys strong writing, research, organization, and helping shape clear external communication across mission‑driven and brand‑focused client work.

What We’re Looking For
Ideal candidates are:

Strong writers with sharp attention to detail

Curious, thoughtful, and research‑oriented

Interested in communications, public relations, brand storytelling, media relations, and strategic messaging

Organized and dependable

Comfortable managing multiple assignments and deadlines

Able to communicate professionally and clearly

Interested in agency work and supporting a range of client needs

Preferred Qualifications

Interest in public relations, communications, advertising, journalism, marketing, or related fields

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills

Familiarity with AP style is a plus

Comfort with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and basic research tools

Prior student media, campus organization, writing, or internship experience is a plus

Interest in mission‑driven campaigns, nonprofits, social impact work, or brand communications is a plus

Hours, Schedule, and Work Format
This is a summer internship with an expected schedule of generally 12–18 hours per week, with occasional heavier weeks depending on client timelines, writing needs, campaign activity, outreach support, and team meetings. There may also be an opportunity to begin earlier depending on availability and fit for the role.

The internship will be partially remote and partially in person, depending on meetings, project needs, and client activities.

Compensation
$16–$19/hour, depending on experience, availability, and fit for the role.

What You’ll Gain

Hands‑on agency experience across client communications work

Real experience supporting public relations and strategic messaging efforts

Exposure to media research, writing, thought leadership, outreach support, and campaign communications

A stronger understanding of how earned, owned, and strategic communication work together

Portfolio‑worthy experience that can support future applications in communications, PR, media relations, and agency roles

About Benefit Branding
Benefit Branding is a strategic communications and marketing firm focused on purpose‑driven campaigns, public‑interest work, and brands that aim to create meaningful impact. We support clients through campaign strategy, outreach, activations, digital marketing, storytelling, and audience engagement.