5WPR People Operations Intern – Summer Internship Program 2026
5WPR is excited to announce our 2026 People Operations Summer Internship Program!
Designed as a hands-on introduction to People Operations within a fast-paced agency environment, this program is ideal for students eager to gain real-world experience supporting the full employee lifecycle at a top independent, full-service Public Relations agency in New York City. This internship offers valuable exposure to how People Operations drives talent acquisition, employee engagement, development, and overall agency culture.
We’re looking for detail-oriented, proactive, and motivated students with a strong interest in Human Resources and People Operations who are ready to learn and contribute from day one. Throughout the summer, the intern will gain practical People Operations experience while working closely with our HR and Talent teams.
Overview & Responsibilities
As a People Operations Intern at 5WPR, you’ll support the agency’s people operation functions and collaborate with teams across the organization. Responsibilities may include:
- Help coordinate onboarding processes and new hire documentation
- Assist with employee engagement initiatives, events, and recognition programs
- Support internal communications and culture-driven initiatives through culture committee and employee resource groups
- Maintain and organize employee records and HR files through our shared drive and HRIS
- Contribute to HR reporting and process documentation
- Assist with policy updates and special People Operations projects
- Assist with interview scheduling and candidate communications
- Support resume screening and applicant tracking system (ATS) management
- Collaborate cross-functionally to understand how People Operations supports agency growth and retention
What We’re Looking For
- Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Communications, or a related field
- Strong interest in Human Resources or People Operations
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
Why 5WPR
Our interns gain hands-on experience supporting a dynamic agency environment while working alongside professionals who are invested in mentorship and career development. You’ll leave the program with practical experience, real responsibility, and a strong understanding of finance within a modern agency setting. Many of our interns have gone on to full-time roles with us after graduation.
Compensation & Details
- Paid internship
- Anticipated hourly rate: $18–$20/hour
- Hybrid, part-time role with on-site work in our NYC office
- Program dates: June 8 – August 13, 2026
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What We Do
With offices in New York City and Miami, 5W has over 300 professionals serving clients in B2C (beauty and fashion, consumer brands, lifestyle and entertainment, food and beverage, health and wellness, technology, travel and hospitality, home and housewares); B2B (corporate communications, technology, reputation management, CSR, sustainability communications); digital media (social media, SEO and graphic design), public affairs; government relations; and crisis communications. 5W’s team of experts bring leading businesses a resourceful, bold and results-driven approach to communications. 5WPR has been named one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces 2022. The firm was founded in 2003 and has received numerous industry accolades including PR Agency of the Year, Digital/Social Media Campaign of the Year, PR Executive of the Year, Product Launch of the Year, Business to Business Program of the Year and others.
