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tarte cosmetics

Fall 2026 PR Internship

New York, NY

$21/hr

Fall 2026 PR Internship: tarte cosmetics is seeking enthusiastic seniors from accredited colleges/universities, eager to kickstart their PR career with an in-person Fall Internship! As an intern, you ...

tarte cosmetics

Fall 2026 PR Internship

New York, NY · On-site

$21/hr

Fall 2026 PR Internship: tarte cosmetics is seeking enthusiastic seniors from accredited colleges/universities, eager to kickstart their PR career with an in-person Fall Internship! As an intern, you ...

tarte cosmetics

Fall 2026 PR Internship

New York, NY · On-site

$21/hr

Fall 2026 PR Internship: tarte cosmetics is seeking enthusiastic seniors from accredited colleges/universities, eager to kickstart their PR career with an in-person Fall Internship! As an intern, you ...

The McRae Agency

Public Relations Intern

Scottsdale, AZ

$15 - $20.25/hr

Suggest applications and new tools This internship is perfect for anyone looking to break into the world of PR, social media or marketing and will allow the intern to gain real-world experience and a ...

Meyocks

Public Relations Intern

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$15/hr

Everyone else offers internships. But we're not like everyone else. And neither are you. At Meyocks ... The Public Relations Intern will support the Meyocks team in assisting with media relations ...

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How much do public relations internships jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for public relations internships in the United States is $21.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What kind of projects and responsibilities can I expect as a public relations intern?

As a Public Relations Intern, you can expect to assist with drafting press releases, building and updating media lists, monitoring media coverage, managing social media content, and supporting event planning efforts. You may also help coordinate outreach to journalists, research industry trends, and aid the team in brainstorming campaign ideas. While tasks may vary depending on the organization, most internships provide hands-on experience with both traditional and digital PR activities. This exposure not only allows interns to develop practical skills but also offers invaluable insights into how PR strategies are developed and executed within a professional environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a public relations intern?

To thrive in Public Relations Internships, candidates should have strong written and verbal communication skills, a grasp of media relations, and enrollment in or completion of a relevant degree such as communications, marketing, or public relations. Familiarity with media monitoring tools, social media platforms, press release distribution systems, and basic graphic design software is often advantageous. Creativity, adaptability, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively make candidates stand out in this field. These skills and qualities are crucial for successfully crafting compelling messaging, engaging target audiences, and navigating dynamic environments in the PR industry.

What is a public relations internship?

A Public Relations (PR) Internship is an entry-level position where interns gain hands-on experience in managing communication between an organization and its audience. Responsibilities often include writing press releases, creating social media content, monitoring media coverage, and assisting with event planning. Interns work closely with PR professionals to learn industry best practices and develop essential skills like strategic communication and media relations. These internships can be found in various industries, including corporate, nonprofit, and entertainment sectors. They provide valuable experience for those looking to pursue a career in public relations or communications.

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School Credit Internship - Public Relations

Elite Travel Inc

Cape Girardeau, MO • On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Internship

Re-posted 13 days ago

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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.

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