Public Affairs Specialist jobs in the United States

Core Values | Philosophy

Compensation

• $20 Hourly

Schedule

• Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Hybrid Work Schedule based on the needs of the business – 3 days in the office required
• The start/end dates of the internship are flexible and subject to change

Responsibilities  

• Monitor news media for clips relevant to client projects, issues, agency interests
• Create and manage databases
• Capably conduct research and synthesize findings for account teams
• Assist with event planning and support
• Monitor legislative and policy hearings and lectures
• Support administrative responsibilities, such as scheduling calls/meetings, handling phones, filing, and other office-related duties as needed
• Support client work through writing assignments, meeting notes, report preparation, and related duties
• Work efficiently and responsively in a fast-paced environment
• Contribute to the firm’s culture, through agency initiatives & events to support a collaborative and collegial work environment
• Accurately track and enter time on timesheets
• Supporting client work through writing assignments, report preparation, and related duties
• Supporting administrative responsibilities include handling phones, filing, setting up for in-person meetings, ordering office supplies, and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Interest and experience working in government, politics, and communications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (previous experience writing public affairs or journalistic documents is a plus)
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs, Internet-based research, and social media platforms
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment