Spring 2026 DC Public Affairs Intern jobs in United States
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FleishmanHillard · 4 hours ago

Spring 2026 DC Public Affairs Intern

FleishmanHillard is a global integrated communications agency delivering transformational outcomes for some of the world’s biggest brands. The DC Public Affairs Intern will work with the Public Affairs Team, engaging in activities such as media monitoring, research, drafting press releases, and assisting with various projects to gain valuable experience in the communications industry.

Public Relations & Communications

Responsibilities

Work with professionals in the team and others around the office to understand our clients’ various industries
Experience multiple facets of the communications industry and engage with account staff on various projects, including research, writing, event coordination and staffing, media relations, and creative brainstorming
Media monitoring and pitching
Research related to client industries and new business
Supporting case studies and proposals related to new business
Drafting and editing press releases, talking points, memos, social media posts, and other written content

Qualification

Public relationsResearchMedia relationsMultitaskingEvent coordinationCreative brainstormingCommunication skillsCritical thinking

Required

Must be a college junior or above
Minimum 3.0 grade point average
Excellent communication skills
Strong critical thinking skills
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to cultivating diverse teams
Contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
Strong interest in public relations

Preferred

Internship is not exclusive to public relations or communications majors
Availability for full-time (40 hours per week) internships

Company

FleishmanHillard

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Founded in 1946, we push ourselves and our clients to rise above the status quo.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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John Saunders
President & CEO
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Rohlfing Fred
EVP & CFO Sr. Partner
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