Soweto-based Media & PR Intern — Mentored

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Stipend

Hands-on training

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a motivated Junior Communications Assistant for our Media & PR department. This internship is office-based, offering hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to press releases, social media, and media outreach.

The role targets individuals pursuing or who have completed a degree in Communications or related fields, with strong writing and teamwork skills and a proactive attitude. Available for the full internship duration in Soweto.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of social media platforms and digital communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with media relations concepts is a plus.
• Passion for the Media & PR field.
• Must be available for the duration of the internship period.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting press releases, social media posts, and internal communications.
• Support the management of social media accounts and community engagement.
• Help organize and coordinate media events and press conferences.
• Monitor media coverage and compile reports.
• Conduct research on industry trends and media outlets.
• Maintain media contact databases and communication logs.
• Provide administrative support to the communications team.
• Assist in creating communication materials and presentations.
• Learn and apply company communication policies and procedures.
• Contribute to team brainstorming sessions and campaign planning.

Skills

Written comms

Verbal comms

Social media basics

MS Office

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Media relations (nice-to-have)

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a motivated Junior Communications Assistant for our Media & PR department. This internship is office-based, offering hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to press releases, social media, and media outreach.

The role targets individuals pursuing or who have completed a degree in Communications or related fields, with strong writing and teamwork skills and a proactive attitude. Available for the full internship duration in Soweto.