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Pathway

Brand Marketing & PR Internship

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

The Opportunity We are seeking highly driven Brand Marketing & PR interns with an outstanding track record in communications, storytelling, branding, media or community-building. In this role, you ...

Mission North

PR Intern

New York, NY · On-site

$27.40/hr

The Opportunity This is a paid 3-6-month internship position based in our New York City office ... Provide support to all team members across every core PR program including earned media, content ...

Mission North

PR Intern

New York, NY

$27.40/hr

The Opportunity This is a paid 3-6-month internship position based in our New York City office ... Provide support to all team members across every core PR program including earned media, content ...

The Mia Bell Agency

Senior Level PR Specialist Intern

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

Two Openings Public Relations Associate - Media Relations Public Relations Associate - Client Relations Description A 3 to 6 month college level internship with primary responsibilities including ...

The Mia Bell Agency

Senior Level PR Specialist Intern

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

Public Relations Associate - Client Relations Description A 3 to 6 month college level internship with primary responsibilities including, but not limited to: * representing, advocating, building and ...

Nelson Schmidt Inc

PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

This is a paid, part-time internship with potential to evolve into a fulltime role. Key Responsibilities Include: * Working directly with PR leadership to produce best-in-class work that achieves ...

Nelson Schmidt Inc.

PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

This is a paid, part-time internship with potential to evolve into a fulltime role. Key Responsibilities Include: * Working directly with PR leadership to produce best-in-class work that achieves ...

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How much do paid pr internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for paid pr internship in the United States is $17.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a paid PR internship?

A Paid PR Internship is an entry-level position where interns work in a public relations (PR) department or agency and receive financial compensation for their work. Interns typically assist with media outreach, drafting press releases, researching industry trends, and supporting PR campaigns. These internships provide valuable hands-on experience and networking opportunities for those interested in a career in public relations. Paid opportunities are often competitive and can help students or recent graduates gain practical skills while earning an income.

What types of projects and responsibilities can I expect during a paid PR internship?

As a Paid PR Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of tasks such as drafting press releases, managing media lists, monitoring press coverage, and assisting with event planning. You'll also likely help with social media content creation, media outreach, and compiling reports on PR campaign effectiveness. Interns often collaborate closely with PR coordinators and account managers, providing support across multiple client projects. This hands-on experience helps you develop practical communication skills and offers insight into the fast-paced world of public relations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a paid PR intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Paid PR Intern, you generally need strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a relevant educational background such as pursuing a degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with media monitoring tools, press release distribution platforms, and social media management systems is often expected. Initiative, adaptability, and strong organizational skills help interns stand out when managing multiple projects and interacting with diverse stakeholders. These abilities are crucial for effectively supporting PR campaigns, maintaining brand reputation, and learning quickly in a fast-paced environment.

What is the difference between Paid Pr Internship vs Public Relations Coordinator?

AspectPaid Pr InternshipPublic Relations Coordinator
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in communications, marketing, or related fieldBachelor's degree in PR, communications, or related field; experience preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in agency or corporate PR teamsFull-time professional role within PR or marketing departments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies offering entry-level or internship positions in PRUsed by organizations for ongoing PR management and strategy

The Paid Pr Internship is an entry-level, temporary position designed for students or recent graduates gaining initial experience in public relations. In contrast, a Public Relations Coordinator is a full-time professional role responsible for managing PR campaigns and media relations. The internship offers hands-on learning, while the coordinator role involves strategic planning and client interaction.

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Infographic showing various Paid Pr Internship job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,603 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

School Credit Internship - Public Relations

Elite Travel Inc

Cape Girardeau, MO • On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

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Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Elite Travel Inc is proud to offer a full educational experience for students who want to learn hands on the role of a public relations internship.  This experience is for the interns educational experience soley.  Once approved by your advisor please apply with your resume as well as your five learning goal for the internship as well as the amount of hours required .  Most interns can expect to walk away with:


  • Proficiency in Press Releases
  • Using community involvement to forward the message of Goodwill by the Elite Travel Team
  • Using sincere questioning and listening to build relationships and see how the Elite Travel Brand can better Cape Girardeau
  • Build healthy relationships and partnership with local business to find win win product exchange
  • Learn proper networking skills - Learning to network with a purpose which is to help others succeed yet sharing your Brand
  • Use real life practice on various public relations experiences and report on the success and/or goals for future revisions.
  • Investigate the Elite Travel Brand,  Learn it's corporate culture and learn how to communicate with the community our value and expertise and benefits
     Planning to be successful in public relations some skills are criticle like writing, research and communication. Elite Travel Inc is known for our visuals and storytelling.  Here are a list of the best attributes we look for in our interns. 
    1.  Teamwork  to be able to talk to and work with people from across a wide variety of personalities, lifestyles.  We prefer people who utilize and pull their strength from their Elite Travel Team 
    2. Composure - The ability to think before you speak, understand each word you say in public relations sends either a positive or negative branding message. The ability to stay calm seemed like a pretty important quality in a PR person.
    Please include your availability - not your school schedule, but the hours you are available 7 days a week to be trained in public relations for school credit
  •  Leadership - Are you a leader?  In order to be a leader people have to want to follow you.   Are you an influencer?  What traits do you have which make people desire to follow,  and listed to your advice or statements on a brand?
  •   Problem Solving Skills Many times in PR, you won’t see an obvious solution to your challenge. You have to be creative about coming up with approaches that may work. Sometime it trial and error until you find the solution which sheds your brand in the best light.
    4. Planning - Learning to manager a public relations calendar, deciding what event is most beneficial when you have double invites.  How to prioritize and planning to plan.  These are things to be learned by a public relations expert.




This position is for you the Intern's benefit not the benefit of Elite Travel inc.  Please note
A. This is for educational purposes only -  The internship resembles a  training program we have for new employees, you will be given the opportunity to learn skills that will apply to the industry as a whole, instead of simply the skills necessary for Elite Travel Inc.
B. This program benefits you the intern more than Elite Travel Inc.  You will directly benefit from the experience.  You will be gaining skills, knowledge and experience to help you find work and succeed in your industry in the future. 
C. A certification of achievement for your resume' as well as a letter of reference will be given for those who successfully complete the course.
D. Verify with your school on the procedure required and the hours requested for school credit
E.  You are not replacing a regular employee or filling an open position at Elite Travel Inc.
F. Fact- the productivity of Elite Travel may be impeded as we utilize  shadowing an employee, which will limit the work they will be able to do.  A weekly report is required of the internship and the skill sets you learned 
G.  All Interns are to provide five (5) learning goals at the beginning of their internship as well as an exit report of how the program helped them accomplish their education.
H.  Interns are Not guarantee a fixed position after the internship. 
I.   A successful completion of the internship for school credit  does allow Interns to apply for any open positions available on the public job boards such as Indeed or opened via Onboarding LLC.