PR Internship Spring 2025

Overview

Jasper Advisors, an independent subsidiary of SKDK, provides expert counsel to CEOs, Fortune 500 companies, emerging businesses, nonprofit leaders, sports organizations, and prominent individuals,

helping them manage their reputation and navigate the dynamic landscape of today’s multi-stakeholder world. We understand that a strong brand and reputation are invaluable assets, which we preserve and enhance through intentional strategies. Earning the trust of critical stakeholders is at the core of our approach, recognizing that long-term success depends on it. We firmly believe that profit and sustainability can coexist harmoniously and that delivering societal good is a collective responsibility.

We are made whole by the diversity of our team. We, along with SKDK, are a firm that invites and celebrates the uniqueness of each member of our team and encourages individuals to bring their best selves into the workplace. Whether it is through participating in one of our Employee Resource Groups, serving on our DEI Council, volunteering, or bringing a new perspective to client work, your individuality and experience matters.

Internship Opportunity

Interns work closely with Jasper account teams to help them craft and execute communications strategies. They'll learn the fundamentals of PR and media relations, take part in the firm’s professional development curriculum, and have opportunities to learn and network with professionals making a difference every day.

Responsibilities

• Supporting 5-6 client teams with a variety of tasks including:
  • Developing and sharing daily press clips
  • Notetaking during internal and client-facing meetings
  • General traditional and social media monitoring
  • Conducting research on and analyzing a diverse set of client issues as well as industry trends
  • Creating press lists of reporters, editors, producers and/or bookers
  • Preparing briefs, to include for client media and speaking opportunities as well as client meetings
  • Writing opportunities such as drafting press releases, social media, and pitches
  • Special projects, as relevant
• Supporting Jasper Advisors Marketing and Operations needs, including:
  • Developing social content for agency channels
  • Developing marketing materials for business development needs
  • Supporting new business opportunities and proposals through research
  • Tracking current client and new business opportunities
  • Maintaining an agency calendar of events
  • Building agendas and providing recaps for team meetings

Qualifications

• The ability to work independently and manage tasks remotely. 
• Interest in and knowledge of campaigns and politics, including communications, Democratic politics, media, advertising, digital work, social media, research, or other related fields. 
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. 
• Strong research, writing, and editing skills. 
• Experience managing multiple projects and the ability to handle competing deadlines. 
• Candidates must have full-time availability, Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, in person.

Benefits

SKDK is committed to pay equity. SKDK offers a wage of $17.50 per hour and opportunities for overtime when needed.

Equal Opportunities

SKDK is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any protected category