Public Relations & Communications Assistant - Entry Level at New Catalyst Incorp

Public Relations & Communications Assistant - Entry Level job at New Catalyst Incorporated. Jeffersontown, KY.

Are you creative, outgoing, and ready to start a career in public relations and communications ? Join a rapidly growing marketing and communications team that partners with nonprofit organizations, community initiatives, and public engagement campaigns to drive meaningful impact through strategic outreach and event-based communications.

No prior experience is required. We provide paid training, one-on-one mentorship, and clear career advancement paths to help you build a successful long-term career in public relations, communications, and nonprofit outreach .

Role Overview
As a Public Relations & Communications Assistant , you will support PR and marketing initiatives by assisting with campaign execution, event coordination, and community engagement efforts . This entry-level role provides hands-on experience across event communications, public relations strategy, nonprofit advocacy, and brand messaging .

Key Responsibilities

Support public relations campaigns, event planning, and community outreach initiatives

Represent nonprofit partners at community events, fundraisers, and promotional activations

Assist with the creation of press kits, outreach materials, and public-facing content

Interact professionally with event attendees, donors, volunteers, and media contacts

Track campaign performance, engagement metrics, and event feedback

Contribute creative ideas to strengthen communication strategies and expand community reach

What You’ll Gain

Paid, hands-on training in public relations, communications, event marketing, and outreach

Exposure to high-visibility nonprofit campaigns and impactful community projects

Fast-track advancement opportunities into PR coordination, leadership, or management roles

A collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented work environment

Real-world experience developing career-ready PR and communications skills while creating social impact

Ideal Candidate Profile
This role is a great fit if you are:

Friendly, confident, and motivated to learn

A strong verbal communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented

Interested in events, nonprofit work, public relations, or community engagement

Experienced in customer service, hospitality, retail, or volunteer roles (preferred, not required)

At least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States

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