Public Relations Intern (Summer 2025)

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Published

02/05/2025

Apply now

Public Relations Intern (Summer 2025)

 

We’re passionate about expanding the boundaries of what we offer our clients by bringing diverse perspectives to the table. Are you creative and daring? Do you have digital savvy? Do you love to collaborate and bring big ideas to life? Are you ready to launch your career with Weber Shandwick? We’re looking for you, the newest member of our Internship Program! 

 

From creative brainstorming to day-to-day execution, Weber Shandwick’s Interns form the foundation of a talented team that generates groundbreaking, award-winning programs. During the program, you’ll work on campaigns for iconic brands and companies you likely encounter every single day. 

 

What’s in it for you? Our interns will earn practical experience as fully integrated members of account teams and will receive coaching from team members to help advance your career goals. 

 

What you’ll do all day: 

  • Create: Craft written communications including media materials and compelling social content 
  • Research: Analyze brands using various resources 
  • Engage: Share big ideas in brainstorms and with teams 
  • Plan: Assist in event coordination and logistics 
  • Hustle: Pitch stories to media, develop media lists, track placements, etc. 
  • Monitor: Track brands in traditional and social media 

 

What we’re looking for from you: 

  • Thinking: Do it out of the box. Actually, it’s best if you’re wholly unfamiliar with the concept of boxes 
  • Digital: Know all the old school and the latest social media platforms, what brands are doing on them and what they should do next 
  • Communication: Speak, write and edit succinctly and compellingly 
  • Management: Meet deadlines, put out fires and multi-task. Work fast, and work well 
  • Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering clear and precise work is a must 
  • Technical: Know Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. Familiarity with platforms like Hootsuite, Cision, MuckRack, Adobe Creative Suite, a plus 
  • Dynamic: Ability to work in a fast-paced agency environment 
  • Spark: Understand what sets you apart 

 

What you’ll get from us: 

  • Support: As you navigate a hybrid workplace, you’ll have regular check-ins, calls and touchpoints with your teams and the whole office to feel connected 
  • Mentor: You’ll be paired with someone in the office to mentor you and help you navigate the waters 
  • Learning and development: Keep sharp and learn all the new skills with access to trainings and tutorials through complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning as a WS employee 
  • A possible career: Internships have the possibility of growing into a full-time position 
  • A paycheck! Interns are paid hourly, at 40-hours per week 

 

Requirements: 

  • The ideal candidate must be a college graduate by start of internship 
  • Availability: 40 hours a week from June to August

 

Atlanta Salary range: $20.00 – $20.00

Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.

#LI-LD1 

We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.

Similar positions

View all
waves-floating-image

New York, New York, United States

Healthcare PR Intern (Summer 2025)

Healthcare PR Intern (Summer 2025)

 

Weber Shandwick is seeking a summer intern to work on a range of healthcare clients. This is a full-time (40 hours/week), paid internship that will start in June and go through August. This role is hybrid out of our NYC office.

 

From creative brainstorming to day-to-day execution, Weber Shandwick’s interns become an important part of a talented team that generates groundbreaking, award-winning work. During the internship, you’ll work on initiatives for some of the world’s leading healthcare brands and companies, helping to educate about the latest innovations and raising the bar on the way we talk about the impact of health.

 

What’s in it for you? Our interns will earn practical experience as fully integrated members of account teams and will receive coaching from Weber Shandwick colleagues to help advance your career goals. 

  

More about the position:

What you’ll do all day:  

  • Create: Craft written communications including media materials, compelling social content, memos, and risk assessments 
  • Research: Examine brands, industry trends, and various issues using various resources  
  • Analyze: Answer questions, provide insights, and propose recommendations using quantitative and qualitative data 
  • Engage: Share big ideas in brainstorms and with teams
  • Plan: Assist in event coordination and logistics
  • Hustle: Pitch stories to media, develop media lists, track placements, etc.
  • Monitor: Track brands and issues in traditional and social media and analyze conversations; draft reports summarizing conversation to inform client strategies 

 

What we’re looking for in a candidate:  

  • Thought: Strong critical thinking and analytical skills; growth mindset 
  • Communication: Speak, write, and edit succinctly 
  • Digital: Have an understanding of all the old-school and latest social media platforms, what brands are doing on them, and what they should do next
  • Management: Meet deadlines, put out fires, and multi-task. Work fast and work well
  • Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering clear and precise work are critical
  • Technical: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Familiarity with platforms like Cision, Muckrack, Meltwater, Talkwalker, Brandwatch, and/or Quid are a plus
  • Dynamic: You must be able to work in a fast-paced agency environment and juggle multiple time-sensitive tasks
  • Spark: Understand what sets you apart and what motivates you 

 

What you’ll get from us:  

  • Buddy: All new hires are paired with a buddy dedicated to making your time with us amazing
  • Built-in mentorship: You’ll be invited to panels and workshops to learn from the greatest in the industry, as well as receive mentoring and guidance from your direct manager
  • A possible career: Internships have the possibility of growing into a full-time position
  • A paycheck: Interns are paid hourly  

 

Requirements:  

  • The ideal candidate must be a college graduate by the start of the internship or have demonstrated transferrable skills
  • Must be available to work 40 hours a week starting June

 

NYC Salary range: $20.00 – $20.00

Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.

#LI-LC1 

We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.

New York, New York, United States

Healthcare PR Intern (Spring 2025)

Weber Shandwick is seeking a spring intern to work on a range of healthcare clients. This is a full-time (40 hours/week), paid internship that is hybrid out of our NYC office.

 

From creative brainstorming to day-to-day execution, Weber Shandwick’s interns become an important part of a talented team that generates groundbreaking, award-winning work. During the internship, you’ll work on initiatives for some of the world’s leading healthcare brands and companies, helping to educate about the latest innovations and raising the bar on the way we talk about the impact of health.

 

What’s in it for you? Our interns will earn practical experience as fully integrated members of account teams and will receive coaching from Weber Shandwick colleagues to help advance your career goals. 

  

More about the position:

What you’ll do all day:  

  • Create: Craft written communications including media materials, compelling social content, memos, and risk assessments 
  • Research: Examine brands, industry trends, and various issues using various resources  
  • Analyze: Answer questions, provide insights, and propose recommendations using quantitative and qualitative data 
  • Engage: Share big ideas in brainstorms and with teams
  • Plan: Assist in event coordination and logistics
  • Hustle: Pitch stories to media, develop media lists, track placements, etc.
  • Monitor: Track brands and issues in traditional and social media and analyze conversations; draft reports summarizing conversation to inform client strategies 

 

What we’re looking for in a candidate:  

  • Thought: Strong critical thinking and analytical skills; growth mindset 
  • Communication: Speak, write, and edit succinctly 
  • Digital: Have an understanding of all the old-school and latest social media platforms, what brands are doing on them, and what they should do next
  • Management: Meet deadlines, put out fires, and multi-task. Work fast and work well
  • Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering clear and precise work are critical
  • Technical: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Familiarity with platforms like Cision, Muckrack, Meltwater, Talkwalker, Brandwatch, and/or Quid are a plus
  • Dynamic: You must be able to work in a fast-paced agency environment and juggle multiple time-sensitive tasks
  • Spark: Understand what sets you apart and what motivates you 

 

What you’ll get from us:  

  • Buddy: All new hires are paired with a buddy dedicated to making your time with us amazing
  • Built-in mentorship: You’ll be invited to panels and workshops to learn from the greatest in the industry, as well as receive mentoring and guidance from your direct manager
  • A possible career: Internships have the possibility of growing into a full-time position
  • A paycheck: Interns are paid hourly  

 

Requirements:  

  • The ideal candidate must be a college graduate by the start of the internship or have demonstrated transferrable skills
  • Must be available to work 40 hours a week starting ASAP

NYC Salary range: $20.00 – $20.00

Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.

#LI-LC1 

We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Associate, Client Experience

We are looking for a strong Associate for the Consumer Practice in Atlanta who can support multi-channel campaigns and help bring to life some of the best in-culture ideas.

Are you a candidate with a passion for working in food, beverage and lifestyle, who is obsessed with studying the current media landscape and how stories travel across channels? Then this role is for you.

  • Critical Thinking: Has intellectual curiosity, creativity and critical thinking skills; is able to connect the dots and evaluate opportunities strategically to ensure they break through and deliver on client goals.
  • Earned-First Storytelling: Understands the elements that make a story exciting, what brands are doing in the press and on social platforms, and what they should do next.
  • Communication: Speaks, writes and edits succinctly and in a compelling manner.
  • Teamwork: Experience and a love for being part of a team alongside other curious colleagues, clients and agency partners to execute to the highest quality standards.
  • Interpersonal: Plays nice, whether it’s on a team, across geographies or independently.
  • Technical: Is familiar with Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook – media databases and social tracking tools are a bonus.
  • Detail-Oriented: Has a keen attention to detail and a commitment to delivering clear and precise work, whether it’s a client-facing email, internal deck, storytelling narrative, a recap report – or even just a Slack.
  • Spark: Understands what sets themselves apart. And what it means to do good, impactful work.
  • Obsession with Culture: A clear understanding of what drives culture, with a passion for tapping into pop culture to reach broad and diverse audiences.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Associate with a minimum of 1-2 years of experience and a background in consumer, consumer-tech, travel, fashion and/or CPG PR.
  • BA or BS in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or related field.
  • Strong experience with both large-scale and start-up business environments preferred.
  • Excellent communication/presentation skills; verbal and written.
  • Contribution to earned media campaigns including thought leadership, product launches, earned-first creative campaigns, and more.

 

The Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k (with employer match)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Juice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soul
  • MyDays – Flexible holiday schedules
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Paid Employee Family Leave
  • Family Building Benefit

Salary range: $50,000.00 – $50,000.00
Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.

#LI-SK1

We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.