Public Relations and Communications Internship (Great Pay)

To apply, please fill out this form:
https://www.careyaya.org/opportunities

About the PR & Communications Strategy Internship

This is not your typical PR internship. At CareYaya, you'll step into a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where your voice and ideas will help shape how the world understands elder care, aging, and healthcare innovation.

CareYaya is one of America's fastest-growing health tech startups, recognized by LinkedIn and featured in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Barron's. We’re building a modern caregiving platform that connects college students with families in need of in-home elder care. And now, we need your help telling that story to the world.

This internship is ideal for students passionate about strategic communications, public relations, and thought leadership, especially those who want to make a meaningful social impact through storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

• Media Outreach & PR Support
  • Assist in drafting press releases, media pitches, and story briefs to secure coverage in major outlets.
  • Research journalists, news cycles, and media trends in healthcare, aging, and caregiving.
  • Help track and manage press lists, media contacts, and outreach campaigns.
• Content Strategy & Messaging
  • Contribute to the development of content calendars and strategic communication plans.
  • Collaborate on messaging for LinkedIn, Twitter/X, newsletters, and pitch decks.
  • Help refine and amplify the voice of CareYaya’s brand across all public-facing platforms.
• Executive Thought Leadership
  • Support the leadership team in crafting op-eds, blog posts, and keynote talking points.
  • Conduct background research to inform opinion pieces and interviews.
  • Analyze the impact of thought leadership efforts and suggest ways to improve visibility.
• Campaign Development
  • Work on issue-driven campaigns (e.g. dementia awareness, overnight care affordability, caregiving policy) that blend storytelling with advocacy.
  • Help coordinate cross-channel rollouts for major media moments.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies, Journalism, or a related field.
• Strong writer with a knack for persuasive and clear messaging.
• Detail-oriented and organized, especially with tracking outreach and deadlines.
• Interest in health, social impact, or tech innovation a plus.
• Bonus: Experience with Canva, media monitoring tools, or writing for public-facing audiences.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience running PR campaigns that reach national audiences.
• Mentorship from experienced strategists and healthcare communicators.
• Portfolio-worthy writing samples — from media pitches to published articles.
• A front-row seat to the intersection of healthcare reform, aging policy, and social entrepreneurship.