PR Internship: Mentored, Hands-On Experience in Paarl

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Competitive stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Public Relations Assistant for their Paarl office. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting a senior PR team with campaigns, media outreach and reporting.

You will draft content, monitor media coverage, coordinate events and build media lists while learning in a collaborative, mentorship-led environment. A competitive stipend is offered, with potential for future full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed Bachelor's in PR/Communications/Journ alism/Marketing.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Familiarity with social media platforms.
• Willingness to work from Paarl office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of PR campaigns and client communication initiatives.
• Monitor media coverage and maintain press clipping records.
• Help in drafting and editing press releases, media alerts, and other PR materials.
• Support in building and maintaining media contact databases.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating media events and press conferences.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and potential media opportunities.
• Manage social media content scheduling and basic community engagement.
• Provide administrative support to the PR team, including scheduling, correspondence, and filing.
• Assist in preparing client reports and presentations.
• Liaise with journalists and influencers under the guidance of senior staff.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Team collaboration

Social media familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Public Relations Assistant for their Paarl office. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting a senior PR team with campaigns, media outreach and reporting.

You will draft content, monitor media coverage, coordinate events and build media lists while learning in a collaborative, mentorship-led environment. A competitive stipend is offered, with potential for future full-time opportunities.