Public Relations Intern

The Abel Internship Program gives college juniors and seniors hands-on agency experience. You’ll work directly with account teams across research, media relations, writing, social, and event support—building relevant skills while contributing to client work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do

• Provide administrative and editorial support (media tracking, note-taking, and basic reporting).
• Help organize assets and maintain status docs, editorial calendars, and contact databases.
• Conduct research on industries, competitors, reporters, and trends to inform strategy and pitches.
• Build accurate, segmented media and influencer lists using agency resources.
• Draft first-pass copy of media pitches, press releases, advisories, social posts, and blog posts.
• Monitor for awards / speaking opportunities, editorial calendars, and trending topics.
• Assist with social media monitoring, community management, and content scheduling.
• Compile measurement reports (coverage, social reach / engagement, click-throughs, etc.)
• Support event planning and execution (press moments, panels, site activations); Provide on-site assistance for select client or Abel events.

What You’ll Learn

Qualifications

The role requires 10-20 hours per week with a flexible schedule. Interns are paid hourly at a market-competitive rate. If credit-only is required by your program, we can coordinate with your school and evaluate a stipend option.