Spring 2027 Strategic Communications Internship

Narrative Strategies LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Narrative Strategies LLC seeks a paid communications intern in our Washington, DC office at 1400 L Street NW. Interns will gain extensive hands‑on experience in communications, media relations, marketing, digital advocacy, and thought leadership while developing career‑building skills and customized training.

Interns will work on press clips, press lists, media outreach, event support, and writing tasks. Both in‑person and remote candidates will be considered, with preference for candidates able

Qualifications

• Applicants must be a current student or recent graduate.
• Excellent written and oral communication is required.
• Interest in politics/public affairs helpful; familiarity with digital tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Compiling press clips
• Building press lists
• Pitching reporters and producers
• Assisting with press events
• Writing press releases, talking points, and memos
• Conducting research
• Supporting day‑to‑day operations of a bustling office

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Research skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Google Analytics

CMS platforms

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

PAID COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP

Application closing date: October30, 2026

About the role

Narrativeseeks apaid intern in their Washington, DC offices, located at 1400 L Street NW. Interns will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and get extensive hands‑on experience in communications, media relations, marketing, digital advocacy, and thought leadership. Interns will develop career‑building skills and customized training while being exposed to a wide variety of issue areas, including healthcare, tech, financial services, energy,and more.

• compiling press clips
• building press lists
• pitching reporters and producers
• assisting with press events
• writing press releases, talking points, and memos
• conducting research
• helping the team with the day‑to‑day operations of a bustling office

Interns at Narrative are genuinely seen as value adds in our approach to telling complex stories informed by a variety of perspectives, interests, and experiences. Diversity of thought and challenging assumptions are immediate areas where interns are asked to contribute and apply their learning from the classroom.

About the ideal candidate

Applicants must work well under deadlines, have excellent written and oral communications skills, as well as a desire to learn and deliver the highest level of client service. Previous experience in politics and public affairs is not required, but candidates should generally understand and be interested in traditional communications and public relations. Skills with Google Analytics, open‑sourced CMS systems, as well as the Adobe CreativeSuite or Canva are a plus.

Internship start date/end dates are flexible. Part‑time applicants will be considered, but candidates with full‑time availability will be given preference. Both in‑person and remote candidates will be considered.

About Narrative

Narrative Strategies is a strategic communications firm solving today’s most demanding reputational and public affairs challenges, leveraging best practices in business, politics, and journalism to manage multi‑faceted communications campaigns. Narrative’s differentiating strength is its team and culture. Our bipartisan team of professionals operates in a highly collaborative environment where we support and value our clients and each other. That commitment is reflective in Narrative, having been recognized three years in a row as one of PR Week’s Best Places to Work.

Learn more about Narrative’s unique culture, professional development approach, robust employee benefits, and more by visiting our PRWeek "Places to Be" digital feature.