Hybrid PR Intern: Mentorship, Stipend & Growth

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 33,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend provided

Mentorship from PR professionals

Hybrid work flexibility

Hands-on PR experience

Networking opportunities

Potential for future employment

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a Public Relations Intern role in Soweto, Gauteng, ZA with a hybrid learning setup blending office-based training and remote work. The internship provides hands-on experience across campaigns, content creation, media outreach, and event support.

Ideal for individuals eager to learn, organized, and proactive in a fast-paced PR environment. The role focuses on drafting content, assisting with media relations, and gaining exposure to diverse PR projects, with mentorship and

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed Bachelor's degree in PR/Communications/Journalism/Marketing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive approach to tasks.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting press releases, social media content, and other communication materials.
• Support media monitoring and reporting activities, collecting relevant coverage.
• Help maintain and update media contact databases.
• Provide administrative support to the PR team, including scheduling meetings and managing correspondence.
• Assist in the coordination and execution of PR events and campaigns.
• Conduct research on industry trends, media outlets, and competitor activities.
• Support the management of social media channels.
• Learn and apply PR best practices under guidance of experienced professionals.
• Contribute to team brainstorming sessions and project planning.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Team player

Proactive learner

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR/Communications/Journalism/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is offering a Public Relations Intern role in Soweto, Gauteng, ZA with a hybrid learning setup blending office-based training and remote work. The internship provides hands-on experience across campaigns, content creation, media outreach, and event support.

Ideal for individuals eager to learn, organized, and proactive in a fast-paced PR environment. The role focuses on drafting content, assisting with media relations, and gaining exposure to diverse PR projects, with mentorship and