Public Relations Intern (Post-Graduate)

San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

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Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive entry-level PR and marketing support for a six-month internship at Highwire, handling research, drafting materials, and client-ready reports.

  • Draft pitches, press releases, blog posts, and other communications materials
  • Must-have: Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail
  • Standout: Internship with growth potential and mentorship

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Attend client meetings and translate discussions into actionable next steps
  • Compile media coverage into client-facing clip reports
  • Research reporters, blogs, and social media platforms to support campaigns
  • Draft pitches, press releases, blog posts, and other communications materials
  • Conduct customer interviews and support case study development
  • Assist with social media strategy, content creation, and digital marketing campaigns
  • Conduct trend and industry research to inform PR and marketing efforts
  • Support advanced measurement and reporting for campaigns
  • Provide general organizational and administrative support to client teams

Requirements

  • College graduate with a PR, Communications, or related degree—or equivalent experience—and a strong interest in PR and communications
  • Enthusiastic self-starter with a positive, proactive attitude
  • Strong writing, editing, and attention-to-detail skills
  • Comfortable navigating social media and digital platforms
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Background in journalism, English, political campaigns, technology, or marketing is a plus
  • Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and contribute meaningfully to client work

Preferred

    Benefits

    • Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth
    • Flexible hybrid work model tailored to your schedule and lifestyle
    • Generous vacation policy, including extended summer and winter breaks
    • Early log-off on Fridays through our Empower Hours program
    • 401(k) plan with employer matching
    • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA options
    • Paid parental leave benefits
    • Commuter benefits
    • Annual Growth Mindset Stipend for books, events, or learning experiences
    • Monthly technology reimbursement
    • Wellness benefit program for mental and physical health
    • Donation matching program
    • Mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities
    • Monthly recognition and team celebrations
    • Employee referral and new business referral bonuses
    • Quarterly Highwire events and team gatherings
    • Dog-friendly office environment
    • A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace where you can grow and do your best work
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    Highwire

    Highwire is a strategic marketing communications agency built at the intersection of innovation and industry.We help ambitious brands navigate complexity, lead markets, and grow with purpose. With integrated capabilities across strategic marketing communications, creative, and insights, we bring clarity where there’s noise – and influence where it matters most.Our team operates at the speed of change, delivering bold ideas and measurable impact across B2B tech, healthcare, cybersecurity, energy, financial services, and beyond.Whether you’re preparing for IPO, entering a new market, or reshaping your category, we’re the partner that helps you rise above.Highwire. Above all.

    San Francisco, California, USA
    184 employees (40 in marketing)

    Traffic Signals

    Monthly Visitors
    9.4K
    Traffic Source Mix
    Search
    38.4%
    Direct
    41.9%
    Referral
    6.3%
    Social
    11.6%
    Paid
    1.5%

    Headcount Trend

    Current headcount: ~184

    Marketing Team

    Marketing Team Size
    33 (18% of company)
    Median Career Experience
    8.5 years
    Median Tenure
    2.3 years
    Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
    8

    Funding

    Last Raise
    Private Equity, 4 years ago

    Funding History

    • Sep 2022
      Private Equity

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