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Public Relations Intern

The Dallas Entrepreneur Center
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Public Relations Intern

The DEC Network -

Hybrid - Must be in DFW Metroplex

Start Date: January 2026

Category/ Job Type: Internship

About:

We are seeking a proactive and organized PR Intern to support The DEC Network’s public relations, media outreach, and storytelling initiatives. This role will work closely with the Marketing and Communications team to build awareness, share success stories, and amplify the organization’s impact.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in media relations, press release writing, event promotion, and nonprofit communications.

Key Responsibilities

Media & Press Support: Draft press releases, media advisories, and story pitches.

Outreach & Relationship Building: Help build and maintain relationships with journalists and community influencers.

Event PR Support: Assist with media lists, interview coordination, and press coverage.

Content Development: Contribute to newsletters, blog posts, and website updates.

Monitoring & Reporting: Track media coverage and assess the effectiveness of PR campaigns.

Preferred Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong attention to detail and organization

Comfortable reaching out to media and community partners

Experience with press release writing or media monitoring is a plus

Interest in entrepreneurship, nonprofit work, or community engagement

This is not a paid position. 

About The DEC Network

  • The DEC Network is a 501c3 nonprofit organization driving parity and economic impact by helping entrepreneurs start, build and grow their businesses. Since 2013, we have been launching physical hubs, events, and education programs for startups, with a particular focus on women and entrepreneurs of color. Born from a shared vision among small business and entrepreneurship advocates, The DEC Network believes investment in entrepreneurs is an investment in the community.

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