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High Lantern Group 2026 Summer Associate Program: New York City
High Lantern Group (HLG) is a strategic positioning and reputation management consultancy focused on developing early-stage strategy and communications. We partner with clients to take on the world’s most complex issues. High Lantern Group works in every industry with the largest global companies and leading nonprofits. In every case, we draw on a network of expertise and decades of experience to deliver original work that makes an impact.
Summer Associate Program Overview
Our Summer Associate (SA) Program is a structured, competitive twelve-week program. Summer Associates will be exposed to a wide range of consulting work in the fields of strategic communications, public affairs, public policy, and business strategy. SAs will be well-integrated team members, and responsibilities include drafting client deliverables (such as research summaries, newsletters, social media messaging, and press releases), constructing both internal and client-facing presentations, coordinating projects, and assisting with administrative duties. In addition, SAs will have access to HLG resources and leadership, making the experience both intellectually stimulating and supportive of career aspirations.
High Lantern Group is hiring Summer Associates for our main U.S. offices in New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, D.C.; Asheville, NC; and Atlanta, GA.
Applying to multiple offices is welcome. Candidates will be expected to commit to a full-time
position for twelve weeks, from May 26 to August 14 and may start earlier upon request and availability.
The New York City Office
The work of the New York City office is primarily focused on the work of the Global Coalition on Aging, which represents a cross-section of global business including technology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, home care, financial, transportation, and consumer sectors. We engage global institutions, policymakers, and the public to drive debate on, create, and promote innovative policies and actions to transform challenges associated with the aging of the global population into opportunities for social engagement, productivity, and fiscal sustainability. Our operating hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
General Qualifications
Candidates for High Lantern Group’s Summer Associate Program must have 1-2 years of work experience; or be a recent college graduate or be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program. We do review applications for interns on a rolling basis. Please check our website for available internship opportunities.
We seek motivated self-starters who have experience with or an interest in strategic communications, business, and public policy. Ideal candidates have excellent writing, research, and communication skills, strong attention to detail, the capacity to balance multiple responsibilities, and the ability to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications For Summer Associates In New York City
Summer Associates will be compensated $22/hour with the expectation of a 40-hour workweek.
How to Apply
Please apply online at www.highlanterngroup.com/careers. You are required to submit a cover letter and resume bundled as one document.
Applications are due by Friday, February 6, 2026, at 5 p.m. PST. Candidates will be notified if selected for an interview. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Key Dates and Deadlines
High Lantern Group focuses on strategy, leadership communications, and coalition building for large companies and non-profit organizations. For more than 15 years the firm has worked directly with senior leaders of some of the world’s largest businesses and social sector groups.
Our team is comprised of highly experienced, thoughtful, and innovative partners who bring with them an unusual degree of exposure to business practices, leadership trends, and cutting-edge public affairs strategies.
Please visit our website at www.highlanterngroup.com to learn more.
High Lantern Group 2026 Summer Associate Program: New York City
High Lantern Group (HLG) is a strategic positioning and reputation management consultancy focused on developing early-stage strategy and communications. We partner with clients to take on the world’s most complex issues. High Lantern Group works in every industry with the largest global companies and leading nonprofits. In every case, we draw on a network of expertise and decades of experience to deliver original work that makes an impact.
Summer Associate Program Overview
Our Summer Associate (SA) Program is a structured, competitive twelve-week program. Summer Associates will be exposed to a wide range of consulting work in the fields of strategic communications, public affairs, public policy, and business strategy. SAs will be well-integrated team members, and responsibilities include drafting client deliverables (such as research summaries, newsletters, social media messaging, and press releases), constructing both internal and client-facing presentations, coordinating projects, and assisting with administrative duties. In addition, SAs will have access to HLG resources and leadership, making the experience both intellectually stimulating and supportive of career aspirations.
High Lantern Group is hiring Summer Associates for our main U.S. offices in New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, D.C.; Asheville, NC; and Atlanta, GA.
Applying to multiple offices is welcome. Candidates will be expected to commit to a full-time
position for twelve weeks, from May 26 to August 14 and may start earlier upon request and availability.
The New York City Office
The work of the New York City office is primarily focused on the work of the Global Coalition on Aging, which represents a cross-section of global business including technology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, home care, financial, transportation, and consumer sectors. We engage global institutions, policymakers, and the public to drive debate on, create, and promote innovative policies and actions to transform challenges associated with the aging of the global population into opportunities for social engagement, productivity, and fiscal sustainability. Our operating hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
General Qualifications
Candidates for High Lantern Group’s Summer Associate Program must have 1-2 years of work experience; or be a recent college graduate or be currently enrolled in a graduate degree program. We do review applications for interns on a rolling basis. Please check our website for available internship opportunities.
We seek motivated self-starters who have experience with or an interest in strategic communications, business, and public policy. Ideal candidates have excellent writing, research, and communication skills, strong attention to detail, the capacity to balance multiple responsibilities, and the ability to work independently.
Preferred Qualifications For Summer Associates In New York City
- Motivated self-starter with experience or interest in strategic communications, business, politics, and public policy
- Excellent writing, research, and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and the capacity to balance multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Strong professional presence
- High-energy, resourceful, and solutions-oriented
- Fluent in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word), Google Drive, Canva, and major social media platforms
- Experience with spreadsheets and other data farming techniques
- Experience developing eye-catching social media content
- Ability to set priorities and manage multiple tasks
Summer Associates will be compensated $22/hour with the expectation of a 40-hour workweek.
How to Apply
Please apply online at www.highlanterngroup.com/careers. You are required to submit a cover letter and resume bundled as one document.
Applications are due by Friday, February 6, 2026, at 5 p.m. PST. Candidates will be notified if selected for an interview. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Key Dates and Deadlines
- Tuesday, January 6, 2026: Summer Associate application process opens
- Friday, February 6, 2026: Summer Associate application deadline
- Friday, March 20, 2026: Candidate selection deadline
- Tuesday, May 26 – Friday, August 14, 2026: 12-week Summer Associate Program
High Lantern Group focuses on strategy, leadership communications, and coalition building for large companies and non-profit organizations. For more than 15 years the firm has worked directly with senior leaders of some of the world’s largest businesses and social sector groups.
Our team is comprised of highly experienced, thoughtful, and innovative partners who bring with them an unusual degree of exposure to business practices, leadership trends, and cutting-edge public affairs strategies.
Please visit our website at www.highlanterngroup.com to learn more.
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