Public Relations Graduate Associate (Hybrid - Paid Internship)

Overview
A global PR and marketing partner for challenger brands. We help disruptors, innovators and market leaders go beyond the expectations and standards of their industry — to create narratives that capture the minds of target audiences and generate real impact.

Public Relations Graduate Associate (Hybrid - Paid Internship)
This is a paid, hands-on, 40+ hours a week entry-level position lasting six months for people interested in pursuing a career in technology-focused public relations. Typical time in this role is 6 months. Prior relevant experience may be considered.

B2B Tech Public Relations | Method Communications

Opportunity
This is a paid, hands-on role with 40+ hours per week for six months, designed for individuals pursuing a career in technology-focused public relations. As a graduate associate (GA), you’ll work collaboratively across teams to develop ideas, strategies and work that aligns with clients and campaign objectives. GAs support the strategy and execution of media relations through the creation of briefing docs, media lists and news scans. You’ll shadow all members of our PR teams, attend internal and client meetings, compile media databases and assist with creative strategy. You’ll learn how to turn creative ideas into practical solutions and stay organized in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Hourly Rate:

$20/hour

Work Arrangement:

This is a hybrid role and will go into the office 3x a week at either our San Francisco or Salt Lake City office.

Responsibilities

Account Support – Prepare client agendas and action items, scan news for relevant press stories and assemble client competitor research

Coordinating press tour pitching, scheduling and logistics

Maintain internal documents such as coverage trackers and awards grids

Provide support to team members in the development, monitoring and ongoing upkeep of relevant client speaking and award opportunities

Research, build, manage and audit master media lists and briefing docs

Create coverage reports and compile media clippings

Compile daily/weekly news briefs for clients and internal team

Monitor client news and identify/flag relevant competitor coverage

Provide media insights and fresh ideas to internal teams

Source and pitch rapid response opportunities to the internal team

Marketing Support

Discover what tools are available, what Method has to offer

Strengthen knowledge of the intersection between marketing and PR

Learn how to use social media and analytics effectively for clients

Miscellaneous

Help with day-to-day office management: greet guests and answer calls

Assist with conference room and meeting scheduling

What We’re Looking For

Typically an undergraduate degree or relevant combination of education and experience in public relations, communications, marketing and/or related fields

Interest in pursuing a career in enterprise technology-focused public relations

Familiarity with Google Drive and Google’s suite of tools (e.g., Slides, Docs, Sheets)

Basic Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook skills

Excellent time management, project management and organizational skills

Intermediate written, visual and verbal communication skills

What’s in it for YOU?

Flexible, hybrid work

Telecom stipend

Paid internship

Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

Paid Wellness time off

Commuter Reimbursement if within 50 miles of an office

What’s it like to work here?
Relationships are paramount to life at Method. We invest in building and maintaining relationships with clients, journalists and each other. We work hard to deliver results for our clients, encourage new ideas, and celebrate wins together – for clients and our teams. Method is an award-winning organization and our people are recognized for excellence. Our leadership invests heavily in employee mental health, wellbeing, education and development.

About the Company
Founded in 2010, Method Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency built for challenger brands and today’s most innovative companies. We support a diverse workforce and actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through policies and practices in recruitment, compensation, benefits, career development, training, pro bono work, community programs, and affinity groups. We are recognized as a Quartz Best Companies For Remote Workers, PRWeek Best Places to Work, and PRovoke Small Agency to Work For.

To Apply
We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable; and passion matters. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. All applicants must provide proof of U.S. work eligibility if an offer of employment is extended. To apply, please submit a resume.

Method is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, mental or physical ability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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