Nashville Internship - Summer 2027

Responsibilities

• Assist client teams in providing exceptional communication support to TrailRunner International’s global clients
• Compile and maintain media lists of relevant reporters, publications, conferences and awards for client awareness; assist in researching, briefing and coordinating events, interviews, conferences, podcasts, and other client initiatives
• Produce high-quality first drafts of memos, briefing documents, research and analysis, and other common client-driven work products
• Coordinate project plans, internal meetings, and initiatives on client accounts
• Research and complete business briefings for current and prospective clients
• Monitor and maintain client topical awareness on relevant industry, competitor and company news
• Research and summarize broader trends in the media
• Use conventional and creative means to gather intel on behalf of clients and prospects
• Learn and adapt in an extremely fast-paced, ever-changing environment

Requirements

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical, and research skills.
• Commitment to teamwork, learning, and excellence and a high degree of integrity
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• A degree in public relations, communications, finance, business, or other related field is helpful but not required

Benefits

• Program Highlights
• A central repository of internship projects and work assignments to ensure thoughtful distribution of work
• Weekly all-intern meetings to share experiences, learnings, challenges and solutions
• 360 Learning: An opportunity to deliver a presentation/workshop to the entire global team
• Workshops/ “Lunch & Learns” led by seasoned TrailRunner professionals on relevant topics, such as media relations, crisis communications, client service best practices, and IPO communications
• A book club, featuring a book to hone your leadership and professional skills, facilitated by experts in the field
• Career coaching and guidance