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The Mia Bell Agency

Senior Level PR Specialist Intern

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

Public Relations Associate - Media Relations * Public Relations Associate - Client Relations Description A 3 to 6 month college level internship with primary responsibilities including, but not ...

Oxfam America

Media Relations Coordinator

Boston, MA · Hybrid

... interns. • Provide task assignment and performance feedback on media deliverables for PE intern • Monitor and manage media team inbox; assist with and route all press inquiries and follow up as ...

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A Media Relations Internship is a temporary position, often for students or recent graduates, that provides hands-on experience in managing and fostering relationships between an organization and the media. Interns typically assist with drafting press releases, monitoring media coverage, organizing press events, and communicating with journalists. The goal is to help promote a positive image for the organization while learning essential skills in public relations and communications. This internship is valuable for those interested in pursuing careers in PR, journalism, or corporate communications.

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COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERNSHIP

COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERNSHIP

MyFlorida

Jacksonville, FL • On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

Other

Posted 28 days ago

State Of Florida rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 180 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 50 rated states

Job description

Requisition No: 853400 

Agency: Multiple

Working Title: Internship

Salary: To Be Determined by the Agency 

Posting Closing Date: 06/30/2026 

Communications and Public Relations Internship 

State of Florida  

Opportunities are located throughout Florida 

 

Internship Overview and Responsibilities: 
The State of Florida is seeking motivated individuals to join our workforce. Our internship opportunities offer bright, highly motivated college students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the operations of state government while obtaining valuable on-the-job training. As a communications and public relations intern, responsibilities may include:

  • Developing press materials, such as fact sheets, media advisories, and talking points as needed.
  • Writing for social media and other online communications platforms. Help grow the agency's online presence.
  • Monitoring media outlets and news stories related to the agency.  Developing responses to inquiries received from media outlets.
  • Maintaining and updating mailing and contact lists, media clips, and multimedia files.
  • Preparing and distributing materials for meetings, track takeaways, and manage correspondence.
  • Assisting with research and drafting of reports, presentation materials, and other documents.
  • Helping schedule and organize events and drafting communications materials.

Applications are accepted year-round. Internships may be paid or unpaid and there is no guarantee of employment.   

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

  • Knowledge of or experience with AP style, with the ability to write in different formats.
  • Knowledge of social media, professional networking sites, and other online communication tools. 
  • Proofreading skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
  • Excellent research skills.
  • Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods.
  • Professional and positive attitude, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access...). 

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Must be currently enrolled or graduated within the last twelve months from an accredited college or university degree program. No experience required for this position. 

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

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