Remote PR & Media Relations Intern (Midwest Focus)

Zohorecruit; Kansas City (MO); Remote; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Vulcury Venture Studio is seeking a part-time PR intern to build the company’s media presence in Kansas City and the Midwest. This remote role centers on earned media: pitching journalists, securing coverage, and building lasting press relationships, with social media amplification of the coverage you earn.

The role focuses on manufacturing, logistics, and Midwest business press. You will lead outreach for Trustbridge Design & Manufacturing and support national campaigns.

Qualifications

• Hands-on media relations experience pitching journalists.
• At least one earned placement you secured or contributed to.
• Sharp, persuasive writing and a proactive outreach mindset.

Responsibilities

• Media Relations & Press Outreach: map KC and Midwest journalists, write pitches, draft releases, maintain contact DB.
• Trade Press & Thought Leadership: identify trade pubs, pitch contributed articles, track calendars.
• Awards & Recognition: monitor Midwest awards, draft submissions, maintain pipeline.
• Social Media Amplification: turn earned coverage into LinkedIn/X posts and track performance.

Skills

Media relations

Press outreach

Writing

Story pitching

Tools

Cision

Muck Rack

Meltwater

Job description

Vulcury Venture Studio is seeking a part-time PR intern to build the company’s media presence in Kansas City and the Midwest. This remote role centers on earned media: pitching journalists, securing coverage, and building lasting press relationships, with social media amplification of the coverage you earn.

The role focuses on manufacturing, logistics, and Midwest business press. You will lead outreach for Trustbridge Design & Manufacturing and support national campaigns.