Public Relations & Communications PAID Internship - Summer 2026
Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, CA, United States
Public Relations & Communications Paid Summer Internship
About the Internship
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented
Summer Public Relations Intern
to support our communications team during a fast-paced and high-visibility season. This role is ideal for a strong writer with an outgoing personality who is eager to gain hands‑on experience in media relations, press/ media events, and influencer programs. The internship offers exposure to real‑world PR work, including press outreach, social media influencer research, and event support, while also contributing to essential behind‑the‑scenes organizational efforts that keep our team running smoothly.
The Summer PR Intern will work closely with the PR team to assist with day‑to‑day communications activities, media tracking, influencer program management, and event coordination. This is a learning‑focused role with meaningful responsibility, requiring reliability, curiosity, and a willingness to contribute to both high‑profile and administrative tasks.
This internship is best suited for someone who is eager to learn, comfortable wearing many hats, and excited to contribute to both the visible and behind‑the‑scenes work that drives successful campaigns. This is an in person internship from
June 15 – August 6, 2026
, with a required orientation on
June 8
.
Duties & Responsibilities Writing and research
Assist with drafting press materials, pitches, and internal documents
Research media outlets, journalists, and social media influencers relevant to our brand
Assist in implementing internal and external communications strategies, including tactical planning, writing, and execution for projects and programs
Identify and research new media targets and feature sections
Draft pitches for lifestyle media; pitching media on a case‑by‑case basis
Draft press releases and pitch media on case‑by‑case basis
Draft content for various writing needs
Media and influencer management
Support the ongoing development and tracking of our social media influencer program
Build, update, and maintain media and influencer master lists
Track outreach, coverage, and influencer partnerships
Compile press reports and recap documents
Events and press support
Assist with event planning, coordination, and on‑site support
Support press junkets and media‑related events as needed
Team organization and operations
Manage tracking documents and press databases
Maintain event listings and calendars
Ensure press lists, reports, and internal materials are accurate and up to date
Support general PR team organization, including tasks that are operational
Qualifications
Authorized to work in the United States
At least 18 years of age
Available to work schedule outlined below.
Working towards and/or have a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations Marketing, or a related field
Minimum one year communications experience that ideally includes communication planning, research and evaluation, writing and editing for a variety of mediums, basic project management and building media relationships
Proficient with all Microsoft Office programs
Excellent writing and copy‑editing skills
Team‑player who is highly self‑motivated with the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
Applicants with previous internships or related experience in marketing and communications will receive additional consideration
Interest in public relations, media, press, and influencer marketing
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and dependable
Comfortable handling both creative and administrative tasks
Familiarity with social media platforms and influencers is a plus
Schedule (IN PERSON)
June 15 – August 6, 2026 with a required orientation on June 8, 2026
Available to work weekdays during standard business hours
Flexible availability for select weeknight media events and press junkets
Required 30 hours per week, may include evening or weekend events for press nights, press junkets, plaza events etc.
In office schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9am-5:30pm
Thursday 9am-3:30pm
30 hours per week in the office, no remote work
Required orientation on June 8 from 1pm – 3:30pm
Required professional development/intern event day on June 13 from 3pm – 9pm
What you will Gain
Hands‑on experience in public relations and media relations
Exposure to influencer marketing strategy and execution
Opportunities to attend and support real‑world events and press activities
Insight into the operational side of a PR team and how campaigns are executed end‑to‑end
Compensation $16.90 per hour
Deadline to apply April 16, 2026
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Summer Public Relations Intern
to support our communications team during a fast-paced and high-visibility season. This role is ideal for a strong writer with an outgoing personality who is eager to gain hands‑on experience in media relations, press/ media events, and influencer programs. The internship offers exposure to real‑world PR work, including press outreach, social media influencer research, and event support, while also contributing to essential behind‑the‑scenes organizational efforts that keep our team running smoothly.
The Summer PR Intern will work closely with the PR team to assist with day‑to‑day communications activities, media tracking, influencer program management, and event coordination. This is a learning‑focused role with meaningful responsibility, requiring reliability, curiosity, and a willingness to contribute to both high‑profile and administrative tasks.
This internship is best suited for someone who is eager to learn, comfortable wearing many hats, and excited to contribute to both the visible and behind‑the‑scenes work that drives successful campaigns. This is an in person internship from
June 15 – August 6, 2026
, with a required orientation on
June 8
.
Duties & Responsibilities Writing and research
Assist with drafting press materials, pitches, and internal documents
Research media outlets, journalists, and social media influencers relevant to our brand
Assist in implementing internal and external communications strategies, including tactical planning, writing, and execution for projects and programs
Identify and research new media targets and feature sections
Draft pitches for lifestyle media; pitching media on a case‑by‑case basis
Draft press releases and pitch media on case‑by‑case basis
Draft content for various writing needs
Media and influencer management
Support the ongoing development and tracking of our social media influencer program
Build, update, and maintain media and influencer master lists
Track outreach, coverage, and influencer partnerships
Compile press reports and recap documents
Events and press support
Assist with event planning, coordination, and on‑site support
Support press junkets and media‑related events as needed
Team organization and operations
Manage tracking documents and press databases
Maintain event listings and calendars
Ensure press lists, reports, and internal materials are accurate and up to date
Support general PR team organization, including tasks that are operational
Qualifications
Authorized to work in the United States
At least 18 years of age
Available to work schedule outlined below.
Working towards and/or have a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations Marketing, or a related field
Minimum one year communications experience that ideally includes communication planning, research and evaluation, writing and editing for a variety of mediums, basic project management and building media relationships
Proficient with all Microsoft Office programs
Excellent writing and copy‑editing skills
Team‑player who is highly self‑motivated with the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
Applicants with previous internships or related experience in marketing and communications will receive additional consideration
Interest in public relations, media, press, and influencer marketing
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and dependable
Comfortable handling both creative and administrative tasks
Familiarity with social media platforms and influencers is a plus
Schedule (IN PERSON)
June 15 – August 6, 2026 with a required orientation on June 8, 2026
Available to work weekdays during standard business hours
Flexible availability for select weeknight media events and press junkets
Required 30 hours per week, may include evening or weekend events for press nights, press junkets, plaza events etc.
In office schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9am-5:30pm
Thursday 9am-3:30pm
30 hours per week in the office, no remote work
Required orientation on June 8 from 1pm – 3:30pm
Required professional development/intern event day on June 13 from 3pm – 9pm
What you will Gain
Hands‑on experience in public relations and media relations
Exposure to influencer marketing strategy and execution
Opportunities to attend and support real‑world events and press activities
Insight into the operational side of a PR team and how campaigns are executed end‑to‑end
Compensation $16.90 per hour
Deadline to apply April 16, 2026
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