Global Media Relations Intern: Press, Events & Thought Leadership

Jobtailor; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Shure in Niles, IL offers a hands-on internship in media relations and communications for students pursuing journalism, PR, or marketing. You will gain experience across events, press materials, and outreach.

Responsibilities include building media lists, writing releases, coordinating speaking opportunities, monitoring media, amplifying content on LinkedIn, measuring performance, supporting awards entries, and pursuing thought leadership initiatives with guidance from a seasoned team.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Journalism, PR, Marketing, Communications or related field.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to improve end-to-end processes.
• Authorized to work full-time in the United States; visa sponsorship not provided.

Responsibilities

• Build media lists and plan/manage events.
• Measure and track media performance.
• Write and develop press releases.
• Support awards entries and speaking opportunities.
• Respond to media inquiries and coordinate outreach.
• Amplify content on LinkedIn and support AI-powered search optimization.

Skills

Media relations

Event planning

Content development

Research & reporting

MuckRack experience

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Journalism/PR/Marketing/Communications

Tools

Muck Rack

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shure in Niles, IL offers a hands-on internship in media relations and communications for students pursuing journalism, PR, or marketing. You will gain experience across events, press materials, and outreach.

Responsibilities include building media lists, writing releases, coordinating speaking opportunities, monitoring media, amplifying content on LinkedIn, measuring performance, supporting awards entries, and pursuing thought leadership initiatives with guidance from a seasoned team.