Fall 2026 Strategic Communications Internship

narrativestrategies; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Narrative Strategies in Washington, DC offers a paid internship in its press and communications team. You will gain hands-on experience in media relations, marketing, digital advocacy, and thought leadership while supporting day-to-day office operations.

Ideal candidates are deadline‑driven with excellent writing and speaking skills, eager to learn public‑affairs basics, and comfortable with press material preparation and research.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication; deadline-driven and client‑service oriented.
• Interest in public affairs and traditional communications.
• Familiarity with digital tools (Analytics, CMS, graphic design software) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Compile press clips and build press lists.
• Pitch reporters and producers.
• Assist with press events and write press releases, talking points, and memos.
• Conduct research and support day-to-day office operations.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Deadline management

Client service orientation

Tools

Google Analytics

Open-source CMS

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

Paid Communications Internship

Application closing date: July 31, 2026

About the Role

Narrative seeks a paid intern in its Washington, DC office at 1400 L Street NW. Interns will learn from industry experts and gain extensive hands‑on experience in communications, media relations, marketing, digital advocacy, and thought leadership. They will develop career‑building skills and receive customized training while being exposed to a variety of issue areas, including healthcare, technology, financial services, energy, and more. Responsibilities include compiling press clips, building press lists, pitching reporters and producers, assisting with press events, writing press releases, talking points, and memos, conducting research, and helping the team with day‑to‑day operations of a bustling office.

About the Ideal Candidate

Applicants must work well under deadlines, have excellent written and oral communication skills, and be eager to deliver the highest level of client service. Previous experience in politics and public affairs is not required, but candidates should have a general understanding and interest in traditional communications and public relations. Skills with Google Analytics, open‑source CMS systems, and Adobe Creative Suite or Canva are a plus.

Internship Details

Start date and end date are flexible. Part‑time applicants will be considered, but candidates with full‑time availability will be given preference. Both in‑person and remote applicants are considered.

About Narrative

Narrative Strategies is a strategic communications firm that solves today’s most demanding reputational and public‑affairs challenges, leveraging best practices in business, politics, and journalism to manage multi‑faceted communications campaigns. Narrative’s differentiating strength is its team and culture. Our bipartisan team of professionals operates in a highly collaborative environment, supporting and valuing our clients and each other. The company has been recognized three years in a row as one of PR Week’s Best Places to Work.