Public Affairs Associate: Corporate & Policy Communications

Interpublic; United States; Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber Shandwick in Washington, DC, is seeking an Associate to join our Corporate and Public Affairs team. You will execute media relations, craft pitches and press materials, and help monitor coverage for clients at the intersection of business and policy.

You will work with senior team members to develop research, create client-ready materials, and staff projects while balancing multiple priorities in a hybrid office setting.

Qualifications

• Entry-level or 1 year of professional/internship experience in communications, PR, or a related field.
• Familiarity with PR and media relations fundamentals.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to translate complex policy or corporate issues into clear, compelling narratives for various audiences.
• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Media Relations & Strategy: Build and maintain targeted media lists, draft compelling pitches and press releases, and conduct outreach to reporters across business, policy, and trade publications.
• Content Development: Draft press releases, statements, talking points, social media copy, and briefing materials for senior review and client delivery.
• Monitoring & Analysis: Track client news, issues and policy developments, and compile daily and weekly coverage reports for clients.
• Research & Intelligence: Conduct research on companies, issues, stakeholders and competitors, and summarize findings in clear memos for the team.
• Strategic Ideation: Actively participate in team brainstorms, bringing fresh, culturally resonant ideas to advance client priorities.
• Account Support: Prepare for and participate in client meetings, including drafting agendas, capturing notes and action items, and updating trackers and status documents.
• Growth & New Business: Actively participate in new business efforts by contributing to research and drafting proposals.

Skills

Curiosity

Cultural acumen

Adaptability

Analytical mindset

Detail-oriented

Collaboration

Ownership

Work ethic

Strong writing

PR fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Weber Shandwick in Washington, DC, is seeking an Associate to join our Corporate and Public Affairs team. You will execute media relations, craft pitches and press materials, and help monitor coverage for clients at the intersection of business and policy.

You will work with senior team members to develop research, create client-ready materials, and staff projects while balancing multiple priorities in a hybrid office setting.