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Ready to kickstart your PR career? If you’re a rising college junior or senior interested in a hands-on learning experience at a dynamic agency, we want you on our team!
Next PR is offering a 12-week, full-time, paid internship from May 27 - August 14, 2025, at our Chicago office.
This hybrid role requires two days in office per week and pays $17 per hour for 32 hours per week, Monday through Thursday. (Note: Benefits are not provided as this is a temporary 12-week position.)
What You’ll Do:
• Dive into research and connect with journalists
• Pitch stories and craft standout social content
• Collaborate with agency mentors on real client work
• Complete hands-on training in PR tools and strategies
• Learn the ins and outs of agency life
Who We’re Looking For:
• Curious minds eager to learn and grow
• Team players with creative problem-solving skills
• News enthusiasts who thrive in fast-paced environments
• Strong communicators who love storytelling
What You’ll Bring:
• Stellar verbal and written communication skills
• Coursework in public relations, communications or journalism
• Juggling skills – managing tasks and deadlines with ease
• A proactive attitude and curiosity about the latest trends
• Bonus points for previous agency experience
What to Expect:
This isn’t just an internship; it’s a chance to thrive in an award-winning PR environment. You’ll work on real client accounts with a dedicated mentor, gaining practical skills to set you up for career – and real-world – success.
Sound like you?
At Next PR, diversity drives innovation, and your unique perspective matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those of varied races, ethnicities, gender expressions, sexual orientations, ages, religions, veteran statuses, neurodiversity, disabilities, and life experiences—including those who are formerly incarcerated or systems-impacted.