Spring 2025 PR and Social Media Internship

Who are we? J/PR is a global communications firm specializing in public relations, content creation, and social media. We work with some of the best hotels, resorts and lifestyle brands in the world, including Relais & Chateaux, Vail Resorts Hospitality and Hilton Luxury Brands to name a few. You can see our current client list here. Being a part of this international powerhouse agency will connect you to a roster of distinguished hotels, resorts, restaurants, real estate projects, and destinations across the globe, elevating your career (and your frequent flier status). We tell compelling original stories to connect brands to their target audiences. We're passionate, professional, and purpose-driven. We're dedicated to our work, the agency, our clients, and each other. Our affiliate agency, 20Two Studio, is a PR and social agency passionate about bold storytelling for lifestyle brands in the travel, hospitality and wellness industries. We are spirited and strategic, and on our team you'll accelerate your career by working on ROI-driven campaigns, telling compelling stories, and leading with passion. Through our work, we connect our clients with brand-building awareness and success. Being a part of this team, you'll aid in the Studio's commitment to its clients and staff through an honest approach, creative integrity, and a real passion for excellence. The Studio's full client roster can be found here. We're incredibly intentional about our company culture, and we wholeheartedly believe in a work-life blend, where you'll be empowered to continue learning and growing through travel, mentorship, training, and retreats, along with a connected company culture. The Role The student internship program is a hybrid (in-person and work-from-home) learning and mentorship experience at J/PR. The ideal candidate knows the PR and/or social basics but is eager to jumpstart their career & is planning ahead for their future. The student internship program provides an integrated learning & training experience that immerses students in the fast-paced PR and social media marketing industry through interaction with staff, clients, and media. A student will dig into the basics and beginnings of successful Public Relations and Social Media campaigns. Students will get exposure to PR and social media strategy, research, media engagement, influencer relations, client brainstorming, community management, creative writing, and learning to collaborate & network with professionals. This experience requires reliability, foundational knowledge of PR/media studies or digital marketing through a college/university program, and a passion for the travel, hospitality, and lifestyle industries. Students may be placed on account teams with either J/PR or 20Two Studio upon receiving an offer. Duties and Responsibilities: Public Relations Assist in research on upcoming trends, articles & social media relating to the PR industry & clients Assist with reporting & gathering information to develop efficient pitches Assist with writing press materials (for example: fact sheets, media lists, press releases, newsletters, bios/backgrounders) Assist in brainstorming & planning sessions/story angles & partnerships Assist with data input for weekly reporting/client updates Learn and demonstrate basic understanding of Barcelona Principles scoring with oversight from team members Learn and navigate Muck Rack for development of quality media lists Learn and navigate Muck Rack dashboards for reporting and share-of-voice (SOV) analysis Social Media Learn and gain a basic understanding of Fohr for influencer analysis Provide administrative assistance with media and influencer relations (writing, research, backgrounders) Research and pull imagery requests and photo needs, content calendar requests, and influencer relations information Research models/influencers for content shoots Assist with the digital filing within content archives for each client Source UGC for mockups during the community management process Ability to perform other tasks or projects assigned by manager and account team members Professional Growth Learn time management tips tricks Gain front-row access to PR and social strategy Engage with the industry leaders & award-winning company culture Learn to collaborate & network with teams/professional individuals Build portfolio & resume Perfect your communication skills (industry and internal emails) Experience: College student with a concentration in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Journalism or similar study Previous intern experience is beneficial but not required Requirements: Must be available for live training 10 am - 2 pm PST / 1 pm - 5 pm EST during the first week of the internship (anticipated dates: January 6-9, 2025) Must be able to commit to a weekly schedule (minimum of 16 hours/week) Must be able to receive academic credit and have Junior or Senior standing (2025 or 2026 graduation) Must be able to commute to one of our US offices weekly (San Diego or Los Angeles, CA; Denver, CO; Nashville, TN; or New York City, NY) Proficiency in computer programs, including: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel in a Mac OS environment Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Slides) Self-starter, ability to work independently in a hybrid environment Strong oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner Experience with AP writing style Social media knowledge Presentation skills Compensation: The internship (16 hours/week) is compensated through academic credit and a small stipend provided upon completion of the internship As a part of J/PR's commitment to creating a more diverse and equitable future in PR and travel, we offer a scholarship to aspiring PR professionals from underserved, economically, or socially disadvantaged communities. Please visit our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA) Scholarship page to learn more and apply. Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY J Public Relations (J/PR) and 20Two Studio (Studio) strongly support equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. HIRING PRACTICES The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. J/PR and Studio recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. J/PR and Studio may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting, and search firms.