Public Relations Internship: Write, Pitch & Research

Heritage Auctions; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earner stipend

Job summary

Heritage Auctions invites applications for a Public Relations Internship, based in Irving, TX. You will work with the PR team and consignment directors on a range of communications projects, including writing and editing materials, researching collectibles, and building media lists.

The program is paid and may last eight weeks to 90 days, with opportunities to contribute to the Intelligent Collector magazine and draft press materials for higher-value auctions.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Coursework or experience in public relations, communications, journalism, English, marketing, or related field is preferred.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit post-auction press releases for smaller auctions.
• Create and organize online press kits.
• Research rare collectibles, notable objects, and auction highlights.
• Build, update, and edit targeted media lists.
• Assist with outreach and communication with reporters.
• Support additional PR and media-relations projects as needed.
• Contribute to Heritage’s Intelligent Collector magazine as opportunities arise.
• Draft media advisories or press releases for higher-value auctions.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Communication

Education

Current college student or recent graduate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Heritage Auctions invites applications for a Public Relations Internship, based in Irving, TX. You will work with the PR team and consignment directors on a range of communications projects, including writing and editing materials, researching collectibles, and building media lists.

The program is paid and may last eight weeks to 90 days, with opportunities to contribute to the Intelligent Collector magazine and draft press materials for higher-value auctions.