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Public Engagement Trainee - Climate Team

Arch Street Communications
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Public Engagement Trainee – Climate Team 

 

About ASC  

Arch Street Communications, Inc. (ASC) is a strategic communications and public engagement firm based in New York. Since 1992, ASC has served state, regional, and federal agencies as well as private sector organizations. We help clients communicate on issues affecting Americans, including energy, environment, transportation, and public safety.  

   

Internship Overview  

ASC is seeking full-time, New York-based interns for the Summer 2026 term. An internship with ASC offers experience in renewable energy, transportation, infrastructure, housing, zoning, marketing communications, workforce development, and public engagement. Responsibilities may include digital communications research, stakeholder data management, contributing to strategic public relations efforts, and event planning. Interns will also participate in both internal and client meetings focused on project planning and deliverables.  

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter.  

   

Typical Responsibilities  

  • Draft and edit written client deliverables for targeted audiences such as social media content, newsletters, reports, fact sheets, media lists, and web copy  
  • Conduct industry research related to stakeholder engagement, communications strategy, data management, and media advertising  
  • Draft briefs, memos, and post-event reports for clients summarizing research findings and strategic recommendations  
  • Provide administrative support during meetings, including preparing agendas and notes  
  • Maintain internal and client documents within ASC’s filing system  
  • Research, develop, and present an individual capstone project  

 

Minimum Qualifications  

  • Currently enrolled in or graduated within the last 12 months from a college or university in New York State, OR a New York State resident enrolled in or graduated within the last 12 months from an out-of-state institution (proof of NYS residency required) 
  • Must reside in the New York Metropolitan area and be able to travel to ASC's Midtown Manhattan office up to three times per week 
  • Available Monday through Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm, starting June 8th 
  • Demonstrated interest in any of the following: renewable energy, civic planning, transportation, workforce development, housing, zoning, environmental science, event planning, media advertising, or the climate sector  
  • Familiarity with current events in environment, civic planning, transportation, energy, and policy  
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; proactive and collaborative work style  
  • Proficiency with remote work tools, as ASC operates on a hybrid work schedule  

   

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):    

Arch Street Communications (ASC) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Arch Street Communications makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.