Public Affairs & Media Relations Associate

Public Service; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

401(k) with 4% employer match

15 days annual leave + 10 sick days +

Job summary

The Partnership for Public Service in Washington, DC seeks a Press Associate to support media relations and strategic communications that advance public service missions.

In this entry‑level role, you will draft press releases, advisories and talking points, identify press opportunities, and nurture relationships with journalists, contributing to high‑impact storytelling across programs and campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, marketing or similar field or equivalent professional work or military experience.
• 1–2 years of experience, including internships or coursework.
• Familiarity with AP style preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drafts and distributes media collateral including press releases, advisories, and talking points.
• Support planning and execution of ongoing media campaigns for programs.
• Prepares and circulates daily news clips.
• Maintains and updates press lists and tracks media coverage.
• Builds relationships with journalists and media outlets.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Proofreading

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or communications

Tools

Muckrack

Job description

The Partnership for Public Service in Washington, DC seeks a Press Associate to support media relations and strategic communications that advance public service missions.

In this entry‑level role, you will draft press releases, advisories and talking points, identify press opportunities, and nurture relationships with journalists, contributing to high‑impact storytelling across programs and campaigns.