Strategy Communications Intern: Public Affairs & Insights

Breakwater Strategy

Washington (District of Columbia)

Hybrid

USD 24,000 - 34,000

Part time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Breakwater Strategy is seeking a highly motivated intern for Spring 2027. The role supports a team of strategic communications professionals, with responsibilities spanning media monitoring, research, and content creation for clients. The internship offers paid compensation and flexible work arrangements from the Washington, D.C.

area. Candidates should be juniors or seniors who can commit at least 20 hours per week, with a preference for those based in the NY, DC, MD, NJ, CT, NC, PA, or VA

Qualifications

  • Strong writing and editing ability is essential.
  • Attention to detail and careful output are expected.
  • Organized, reliable, and able to balance multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor media and policy developments for clients.
  • Conduct qualitative desk research for new and existing clients.
  • Build and maintain press lists.

Skills

Strong writer
Editor
Detail-oriented
Organized
Multi-tasking

Education

College juniors or seniors

Job description

Breakwater Strategy is seeking a highly motivated intern for Spring 2027. The role supports a team of strategic communications professionals, with responsibilities spanning media monitoring, research, and content creation for clients. The internship offers paid compensation and flexible work arrangements from the Washington, D.C.

area. Candidates should be juniors or seniors who can commit at least 20 hours per week, with a preference for those based in the NY, DC, MD, NJ, CT, NC, PA, or VA

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