Spring Public Relations Intern/Fellow
Washington Women in Public Relations, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
SPRING INTERN / FELLOW
Curley Company is seeking Spring Interns and Fellows to support client work across communications, public affairs, and reputation management. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced program where you will contribute to real client projects, work closely with experienced practitioners, and build core skills that translate to a career in communications.
This entry‑level role is ideal for:
Interns : Undergraduate students with prior internship experience and strong writing and research skills
Fellows : Recent graduates with prior internship experience and a background in communications or public relations
Logistics
Program length : 6 – 8 weeks (Spring)
Hours : 24 to 40 hours per week
Compensation : Paid
Location : Washington, D.C.
Format : In person or hybrid, depending on team and client needs. Candidates should expect a primarily in‑person experience.
What You Will Do
Draft and refine materials including press releases, media pitches, briefing notes, social content, and client‑ready updates
Research and synthesize information for client work, including mapping key audiences and influencers, tracking policy and regulatory developments, and monitoring media and competitors
Build and maintain media lists and support outreach preparation
Monitor media and social coverage and summarize findings clearly and accurately
Support client events and outreach efforts as needed
Participate in brainstorms and contribute practical, well‑reasoned ideas
Attend internal meetings and select client meetings, take clear notes, and track action items
Use new tools and processes to support research and drafting while maintaining a high standard for accuracy, verification, and judgment
What You Will Leave With
A portfolio of polished work, including writing clips and client‑ready summaries
Practical research and monitoring skills, including media list building, mapping key audiences, and writing clear briefs
Direct feedback from experienced practitioners to improve your writing, research, and professional judgment quickly
Real exposure to communications work in fast‑moving, high‑stakes environments
What We Are Looking For
Strong writing skills and the ability to adapt tone for different audiences
High attention to detail and pride in producing clean, accurate work
Sound judgment and a willingness to ask questions early rather than guess
Strong organization, time management, and follow‑through in a deadline‑driven environment
Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay steady when priorities shift
A professional, collaborative working style and comfort engaging in a team setting
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Interest in communications work tied to policy, reputation, and innovation sectors
Comfort using AI and other new tools responsibly to support research and drafting, paired with disciplined fact‑checking and verification habits
About Curley Company Founded in 2002, Curley Company is a strategic communications and reputation management agency with offices in Washington, D.C. and Seattle. We partner with corporations, nonprofits, trade associations, foundations, and innovation-driven companies, often in highly regulated industries, on public affairs, media relations, executive visibility, reputation management, and multi‑channel campaigns that shape policy and business outcomes.
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This entry‑level role is ideal for:
Interns : Undergraduate students with prior internship experience and strong writing and research skills
Fellows : Recent graduates with prior internship experience and a background in communications or public relations
Logistics
Program length : 6 – 8 weeks (Spring)
Hours : 24 to 40 hours per week
Compensation : Paid
Location : Washington, D.C.
Format : In person or hybrid, depending on team and client needs. Candidates should expect a primarily in‑person experience.
What You Will Do
Draft and refine materials including press releases, media pitches, briefing notes, social content, and client‑ready updates
Research and synthesize information for client work, including mapping key audiences and influencers, tracking policy and regulatory developments, and monitoring media and competitors
Build and maintain media lists and support outreach preparation
Monitor media and social coverage and summarize findings clearly and accurately
Support client events and outreach efforts as needed
Participate in brainstorms and contribute practical, well‑reasoned ideas
Attend internal meetings and select client meetings, take clear notes, and track action items
Use new tools and processes to support research and drafting while maintaining a high standard for accuracy, verification, and judgment
What You Will Leave With
A portfolio of polished work, including writing clips and client‑ready summaries
Practical research and monitoring skills, including media list building, mapping key audiences, and writing clear briefs
Direct feedback from experienced practitioners to improve your writing, research, and professional judgment quickly
Real exposure to communications work in fast‑moving, high‑stakes environments
What We Are Looking For
Strong writing skills and the ability to adapt tone for different audiences
High attention to detail and pride in producing clean, accurate work
Sound judgment and a willingness to ask questions early rather than guess
Strong organization, time management, and follow‑through in a deadline‑driven environment
Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay steady when priorities shift
A professional, collaborative working style and comfort engaging in a team setting
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Interest in communications work tied to policy, reputation, and innovation sectors
Comfort using AI and other new tools responsibly to support research and drafting, paired with disciplined fact‑checking and verification habits
About Curley Company Founded in 2002, Curley Company is a strategic communications and reputation management agency with offices in Washington, D.C. and Seattle. We partner with corporations, nonprofits, trade associations, foundations, and innovation-driven companies, often in highly regulated industries, on public affairs, media relations, executive visibility, reputation management, and multi‑channel campaigns that shape policy and business outcomes.
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