Public Relations Intern Summer 2025 (Hybrid- 3 Days in Office)

Position Overview

At Freddie Mac, our Public Relations and Digital Communications group is looking for an intern to support our media relations team. The role involves hands‑on experience in external media relations and strategy, working collaboratively with a dedicated communication team to raise awareness of Freddie Mac.
Responsibilities

Gain insight into the daily news cycle and routinely enhance media monitoring skills on a variety of issues.
Get hands‑on media relations experience by building targeted press lists, drafting pitches and press releases, and compiling press clips and memos.
Assist in the creation of interview briefs and talking points for media trainings and interview preparation.
Conduct risk analyses on high‑profile, industry‑related topics in the media environment.
Qualifications

Graduating in December 2025, May 2026 or December 2026.
Available to work from May 2025 to August 2025.
Currently working toward an undergraduate degree in communications, marketing, journalism, advertising or related fields, preferably with a strong writing emphasis.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Experience in effective, inspiring, and inventive visual storytelling.
Appreciation for performance metrics and experience with aggregating data and identifying trends.
Familiarity with emerging corporate social and other media trends and best practices.
Proven ability to meet deadlines, take direction and work collaboratively.
Keys to Success in this Role

Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong Microsoft Office skills.
Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills.
Team‑player attitude and ability to collaborate.
Compensation

Interns are paid at a non‑negotiable hourly rate of $32/hr.
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

We are a legally compliant, equal‑opportunity employer and we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Individuals with differing abilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

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