Remote: Public Relations Intern-to-hire

VSC Agency; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work environment

Networking opportunities

Access to creative resources

Job summary

A leading communications agency in San Francisco seeks an intern to assist tech startups by leveraging AI and strategic solutions. Ideal candidates are proactive with high emotional intelligence, problem-solving skills, and a passion for innovation. The position fosters a remote-first work culture with opportunities to enhance understanding of the startup ecosystem and venture capital. Join us for a dynamic experience where your input will help shape success for small businesses in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• You have a passion for startups and solving real-world business challenges.
• You can understand and solve complex business problems effectively.
• You're proactive, adaptable, and thrive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist tech startups in a remote-first environment.
• Leverage AI for enhancing organizational efficiency.
• Support founders and partners effectively in their communications.

Skills

High Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

Problem-Solving Skills

AI Proficiency

Energy and Passion

Client Service Focus

Job description

Help tech startups break through the noise through a combination of Humans + AI.

WHO WE ARE

VSC is a team of storytellers, strategists, and data nerds helping Davids beat Goliaths with unfair levels of attention.

We blend PR, content, and creative to turn early-stage startups into vertical market leaders — and we’ve done it 1,000+ times, unlocking $100B+ in exits and four IPOs.

Our brand work over the years: Windsurf, Groq, Prenuvo, Sequoia Capital India, Mayfield, Tile, Mammoth Biosciences, Outdoorsy, Molekule, Poshmark, PebbleEV, and Fizz, to name a few.

See why Candace and Kathryn love working here.

We're looking for an intern who can join us for 30 - 35 hours/week starting in early January 2026

WHO YOU ARE:

You are high‑energy, entrepreneurial, and have a passion for seeing small ideas scale into strategic solutions. You have a keen ability to understand and solve complex business problems, driven by both data and intuition. Your high EQ allows you to navigate the nuances of client relationships, making you a trusted partner to founders and reporters alike. You’re proactive, adaptable, and thrive in fast‑paced environments.

If you’re passionate about startups, solving real‑world business challenges, and using AI to drive efficiency, this role is for you. Being AI‑native, you recognize the power of artificial intelligence to streamline workflows, enhance decision‑making, and provide strategic recommendations.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• High Emotional Intelligence (EQ): You understand the importance of listening, empathy, and relationship‑building in creating long‑term relationships with clients and media.
• Problem‑Solving Skills: You can break down complex business challenges and create strategic, actionable solutions.
• AI Proficiency: You know how to use AI to drive organizational efficiency, automate tasks, and deliver insights that shape media and content strategies as well as competitive positioning.
• Energy and Passion: You’re enthusiastic about startups and have the drive to help them succeed. Your energy is infectious, and you inspire others to move with urgency.
• Client Service Focus: You’re committed to providing the best experience for clients, anticipating their needs, and exceeding expectations.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

• A deep understanding of startup and venture capital ecosystems, working closely with founders, investors, and industry leaders.
• Expertise in using AI to enhance organizational efficiency, decision‑making, and branding strategies.
• The opportunity to contribute to and learn from high‑growth companies at the forefront of innovation.
• A collaborative, remote‑first work environment that allows for creativity and flexibility, along with the chance to attend in‑person events to deepen relationships and grow your network.

Representation matters:

• Our CEO, Vijay Chattha, is one of the only South Asian American communications agency CEOs in the U.S. and was recently named a Top 25 innovator in North America.
• 30% of our clients are female founders / 35% of the companies we work with have people of color in their founding team.
• We co‑founded WorldWithoutCovid.org, the first registry to match people with trials for tests and therapies.
• We co‑founded the The100KPledge - a public social contract for accountability in the fight toward economic justice for Black communities.
• We launched Climb to devote our time to helping climate tech startups access the best capital, the smartest talent, and the most strategic partners.

BE A POWERHOUSE IN YOUR PAJAMAS

We’re a Work‑From‑Anywhere team that enjoys regional socials and annual retreats in beautiful places that lets everyone recharge. In the meantime, we keep connected with themed celebrations, all‑hands meetings, and entrepreneur freestyles. If you want access to the forefront of technology and design with a solid workplace to stay grounded, VSC is the place for you.