Strategic Communications PR Intern (Fall 2026)
About this role
The Lede Company is seeking Interns to join our teams in Strategic Communication division for the Fall 2026 school semester. The ideal candidate must have strong communication and writing skills and must be comfortable dealing with all levels of staff and clients. Previous PR/marketing internships is preferred.
This is a paid internship fully on-site opportunity, and we ask that candidates are able to commit to 15 - 30 hours per week.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Clipping and scanning for current clients
- Conduct research to support client planning and strategy
- Keeping clippings library up to date; putting together reports
- Assisting with editor and influencer product gifting
- Helping to maintain press contacts database
- Assisting the team in research and ad hoc administrative tasks
- Attending team and client meetings
- Assisting on-site at events and activations
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree candidate or recent college graduate that has an interest in public relations, communications, brands, new business and/or strategy
- Solid proficiency using Microsoft Office suite and Google suite is essential
- Ability to take initiative and must have the confidence to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Must be reliable with excellent organizational skills and a meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Keen pulse on culture across beauty, wellness, fashion, consumer product goods and lifestyle
- Knowledge of Cision and/or MuckRack would be an advantage
The Lede Company is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
ABOUT US
The Lede Company is a full-service strategy, communications and social impact consulting firm, specializing in corporate, entertainment, brand and nonprofit sectors. With dedicated Talent, Music, Strategic Communications, Brand, Content and Social Impact divisions, we work with our clients to advance business and social outcomes through innovative storytelling, media, campaigns and partnerships. Our service offerings draw on our expertise, relationships, and resources, all of which enable us to exceed client expectations and ultimately, deliver results.
Company at a glance
The Lede Company is a full-service strategy, communications and social impact consulting firm, specializing in corporate, entertainment, brand and nonprofit sectors. With dedicated Talent, Music, Strategic Communications, Brand, Content and Social Impact divisions, we work with our clients to advance business and social outcomes through innovative storytelling, media, campaigns and partnerships. Our service offerings draw on our expertise, relationships, and resources, all of which enable us to exceed client expectations and ultimately, deliver results.
With extensive experience and expertise in the media, tech, fashion, beauty & wellness, lifestyle, entertainment, music, advocacy, nonprofit and related industries, we help best-in-class organizations and individuals establish and manage their public affairs, as well as develop and support their mission, including brand strategy, internal and external communications and PR, content and campaign development, as well as their social impact, sustainability and advocacy efforts.
Proudly founded by a diverse group of women leaders in 2018, the Lede Company has teams and offices in New York City and Los Angeles and is proud to partner with an incredible collective of clients and partners around the globe. Learn more at ledecompany.com.
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