What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Internship Program - Media Relations (Paid) position at Elev8 New Media?
Company Description
Elev8 New Media is an award-winning public relations agency focused on securing top-tier earned media for companies across technology, finance, and emerging industries. The firm specializes in building credible, high-impact narratives across business, financial, and trade media, with a focus on results-driven execution and long-term brand positioning.
Role Description
This is a full-time, paid Summer Internship Program in Media Relations at Elev8 New Media. The 10-week program (May - August 2026) is designed for students seeking hands-on experience in media relations and strategic communications.
We are intentionally keeping the program small and selective to ensure meaningful exposure and mentorship. Interns will work directly alongside the team on active client accounts, contributing to real-time media strategy, press execution, and client deliverables.
This is a hybrid role based in Los Angeles, CA or New York, NY.
What You Will Do
- Support media strategy development and story positioning
- Draft and edit press materials, including press releases and pitches
- Conduct media research and build targeted journalist lists
- Monitor news cycles and identify timely media opportunities
- Assist with outreach efforts and track media coverage
- Support client-facing deliverables and internal reporting
- Participate in real-time media opportunities, including interview preparation and coordination
Program Experience
In addition to day-to-day responsibilities, interns will gain exposure to the broader media and financial ecosystem through:
- Newsroom visits and industry events
- Conferences and in-person client engagement
- Observing and supporting real-time media interactions
Qualifications
- Rising junior or senior currently enrolled in an accredited university
- Strong writing and communication skills (AP style familiarity is a plus)
- Interest in media, communications, business, or finance
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, curious, and comfortable contributing to real deliverables