PR Intern

What makes Mission North one of PR's best places to work?

• We’re a down-to-earth team that knows how to have fun at work and outside the office
• We believe in lifelong learning and personal growth
• Recognizing employees for their hard work is deeply embedded in our culture
• And we offer some pretty amazing perks

This is a paid 5 month internship position in our New York City office (hybrid schedule) with the opportunity to be hired full-time as an Account Coordinator upon completion of the program. This internship is for recent graduates and not available for current university students.

Here’s what you would be doing day-to-day:  

• Provide support to all team members across every core PR program including earned media, content, speaking and awards, and more
• Build media databases by researching media and influencers
• Develop proficiency in the media landscape on all accounts through research and proactive outreach 
• Provide support for metrics reporting 
• Manage industry and competitive news monitoring program
• Assist in the development of proactive editorial pitches and other written communications

Qualifications include:

• 0-1 year of PR internship experience 
• Degree in Public Relations, Marketing and/or Communications 
• Ability to set priorities and deliver results using excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive thinking
• Deadline-oriented
• Experience with media and reporting databases like Cision or MuckRack
• Proven experience or examples dealing with members of the press, influencers and independent tech voice is preferred
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Passionate about the B2B technology industry
• Experience working in a team environment 
• Experience working with clients (prior agency experience is a plus, but not required)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel. 

Statement of Non-Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination and harassment based on “protected categories,” we also strive to prevent other subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (i.e., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our office. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at Mission North. We value a diverse workforce – people who identify as women, non-binary or gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, American Indian or Native Alaskan, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, differently-abled, caretakers and parents, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Thank you to the Level Playing Field Institute for this statement of non-discrimination.

Compensation

Actual compensation within the pay range will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills and prior relevant experience. 

Mission North cares about you and your overall well-being, and that’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, for full-time employees, that includes healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan including an employer match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid time off, paid parental leave, and several paid holidays, among others.

Pay Range:  Expected Salary range depending on experience: $27.40 per hour