What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spring '26 Intern - Public Relations position at Talbots?
About Us
Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.
About The Role
The Public Relations intern will work with the PR team to manage projects, programs, and processes so they meet the business objectives and goals of the department.
The Public Relations internship position will last for approximately 12 weeks throughout the Spring 26 semester, and students will work on a part-time basis with their department team as their college schedules allow.
The hourly pay rate is $20.00.
The impact you can have
New York Office PR
Position Type
Intern (Fixed Term)/Part time
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.
Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture. With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.
About The Role
The Public Relations intern will work with the PR team to manage projects, programs, and processes so they meet the business objectives and goals of the department.
The Public Relations internship position will last for approximately 12 weeks throughout the Spring 26 semester, and students will work on a part-time basis with their department team as their college schedules allow.
The hourly pay rate is $20.00.
The impact you can have
- Collaborate with the PR team to fulfill daily sample requests for influencers and fashion editors.
- Assist with the Sample Room - change seasons as appropriate, track style numbers, remove dropped pieces from the line.
- Assist with packing and coordinating influencer mailings for multiple seasons.
- Monitor online and print industry publications daily for coverage. Tracking influencer posts and impressions, magazine credits and updating Excel document of press hits.
- Create, utilize, and maintain reports- spreadsheets, databases. Update press contact lists.
- Authentic, curious, and passionate
- Enrolled in an accredited degree program
- Proficient with Microsoft office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- A knowledge of social media: TikTok and Instagram is a plus. Following fashion influencers and aware of the fashion influencer community also a plus
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Detail oriented
- Ability to think strategically, conceptually, and creatively
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
New York Office PR
Position Type
Intern (Fixed Term)/Part time
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.
Salary : $20
