Post Graduate Internship, Public Relations Job at Pillar4 Media in Charlotte
Pillar4 Media, Charlotte, NC, United States
Pillar4 Media is seeking a Post Graduate Intern for Public Relations to join its fast-growing team in Charlotte, NC.
To be eligible for this role, you must complete your Bachelor's degree in Spring 2026.
As a member of the PR team, this role supports the day-to-day execution of Pillar4 Media's PR efforts across media outreach, expert positioning, and trend-driven opportunities. You'll gain hands‑on experience working on real campaigns, media relationships, and performance tracking during a 10‑week program, with the opportunity to transition into a full‑time role based on performance.
What You'll Be Doing
Monitor news, trends, and media coverage to identify timely PR opportunities and support reactive outreach
Assist in managing media requests and coordinating expert commentary for journalists and opportunities
Support the development and execution of outreach efforts, including media list building, pitching, and follow‑ups
Help draft press materials, pitches, and messaging that align with brand voice and campaign goals
Contribute to campaign execution, including seasonal initiatives, data‑driven stories, and brand projects
Maintain PR trackers and assist in reporting on placements, backlinks, and overall performance
Collaborate cross‑functionally with PR, SEO, Editorial, and Social teams to support broader marketing initiatives
Assist in identifying and engaging with relevant conversations across social and emerging platforms to expand brand visibility
Support ongoing team projects and administrative tasks as needed
Draft press releases, pitches, and tailored outreach emails
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or related field (recent graduate preferred)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write clearly, concisely, and in a way that captures attention
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Comfortable working in Google Sheets and managing trackers
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Interest in media, journalism, digital PR, and trends
Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and take ownership
Internship or coursework experience in PR, communications, marketing, or journalism
Familiarity with media databases or tools like HARO or Qwoted
Interest in health, fitness, sleep, or wellness industries
Understanding of SEO, backlinks, or digital media (not required, but a plus)
What We Look For
Openness to feedback and collaboration : You'll be working closely with folks across different teams, so you'll need to be open to the process and accept feedback and critique.
Strong communication skills : You'll have the ability to build relationships with external stakeholders, report up to internal stakeholders, and foster strong alignment with your team.
Alignment with Pillar4's culture : We live by our values and expect our team to buy in.
Act with focus
Get after it
Grow without limits
Build the team
Obsess over customers
Commit to service
Entrepreneurial spirit : Our team members act like entrepreneurs in that we are incredibly driven, agile, goal‑oriented, and are always up for a challenge.
All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other discriminatory factors.
At this time, Pillar4 will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position.
All offers are subject to a background check.
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To be eligible for this role, you must complete your Bachelor's degree in Spring 2026.
As a member of the PR team, this role supports the day-to-day execution of Pillar4 Media's PR efforts across media outreach, expert positioning, and trend-driven opportunities. You'll gain hands‑on experience working on real campaigns, media relationships, and performance tracking during a 10‑week program, with the opportunity to transition into a full‑time role based on performance.
What You'll Be Doing
Monitor news, trends, and media coverage to identify timely PR opportunities and support reactive outreach
Assist in managing media requests and coordinating expert commentary for journalists and opportunities
Support the development and execution of outreach efforts, including media list building, pitching, and follow‑ups
Help draft press materials, pitches, and messaging that align with brand voice and campaign goals
Contribute to campaign execution, including seasonal initiatives, data‑driven stories, and brand projects
Maintain PR trackers and assist in reporting on placements, backlinks, and overall performance
Collaborate cross‑functionally with PR, SEO, Editorial, and Social teams to support broader marketing initiatives
Assist in identifying and engaging with relevant conversations across social and emerging platforms to expand brand visibility
Support ongoing team projects and administrative tasks as needed
Draft press releases, pitches, and tailored outreach emails
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or related field (recent graduate preferred)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write clearly, concisely, and in a way that captures attention
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Comfortable working in Google Sheets and managing trackers
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Interest in media, journalism, digital PR, and trends
Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and take ownership
Internship or coursework experience in PR, communications, marketing, or journalism
Familiarity with media databases or tools like HARO or Qwoted
Interest in health, fitness, sleep, or wellness industries
Understanding of SEO, backlinks, or digital media (not required, but a plus)
What We Look For
Openness to feedback and collaboration : You'll be working closely with folks across different teams, so you'll need to be open to the process and accept feedback and critique.
Strong communication skills : You'll have the ability to build relationships with external stakeholders, report up to internal stakeholders, and foster strong alignment with your team.
Alignment with Pillar4's culture : We live by our values and expect our team to buy in.
Act with focus
Get after it
Grow without limits
Build the team
Obsess over customers
Commit to service
Entrepreneurial spirit : Our team members act like entrepreneurs in that we are incredibly driven, agile, goal‑oriented, and are always up for a challenge.
All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other discriminatory factors.
At this time, Pillar4 will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position.
All offers are subject to a background check.
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