Public Relations & Communications Assistant - Entry Level at New Catalyst Incorporated Louisvil[...]

New Catalyst Incorporated; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

New Catalyst Incorporated in Louisville, KY is seeking an entry-level Public Relations & Communications Assistant to join our growing outreach and event marketing team. No prior PR experience is required, and paid training plus mentorship are provided to help you grow with us.

You’ll support our PR and campaign teams through event-based communication and community engagement, with opportunities to advance into coordination and leadership roles while gaining hands-on nonprofit campaign experience.

Qualifications

• No PR experience required; paid training provided.
• Hands-on mentorship and clear path for advancement.
• 18+ and legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Support PR, outreach, and campaign teams through event-based communication and community engagement work.
• Assist with campaign planning, event coordination, and communication tasks.
• Represent nonprofit clients during community events, fundraisers, and public activations.
• Help prepare press kits, outreach materials, and general communication content.
• Interact with attendees, donors, volunteers, and media contacts.
• Collect engagement metrics and event insights.
• Contribute creative ideas to strengthen messaging and community impact.

Skills

Outgoing

Communication

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service experience

Job description

Public Relations & Communications Assistant - Entry Level job at New Catalyst Incorporated. Louisville, KY.

Are you outgoing, creative, and ready to break into the world of public relations and communications? Our growing outreach and event marketing team partners with nonprofit organizations, community programs, and public engagement initiatives to support meaningful local impact—and we’re hiring entry-level candidates who want to grow with us.

No previous PR experience is required. We provide paid training , hands-on mentorship , and a clear path for advancement.

What You’ll Do

As a Public Relations & Communications Assistant, you’ll support our PR, outreach, and campaign teams through event-based communication and community engagement work.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with campaign planning, event coordination, and communication tasks
• Represent nonprofit clients during community events, fundraisers, and public activations
• Help prepare press kits, outreach materials, and general communication content
• Interact with attendees, donors, volunteers, and media contacts
• Collect engagement metrics and event insights
• Contribute creative ideas to strengthen messaging and community impact

What You’ll Gain

• Paid training in PR, communications, events, and nonprofit engagement
• Exposure to well-known nonprofit campaigns and community initiatives
• Fast advancement opportunities (coordination, team leadership, PR support roles)
• Supportive, collaborative work environment
• Real‑world experience making an impact while developing communication skills

Who Thrives in This Role

You’re a great match if you are:

• Outgoing, personable, and excited to learn
• Strong in communication and relationship building
• Reliable, organized, and detail-focused
• Interested in events, outreach, or nonprofit communications
• Experienced in customer service, retail, hospitality, or volunteering (not required)
• 18+ and legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Apply Today

Kickstart your career in public relations and nonprofit communications. Build valuable professional experience, support meaningful causes, and grow with a team that’s invested in your success.