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Communications Intern
Post-Grad Internship | Charleston, SC | Unpaid First 60 Days
This Charleston-based internship is designed for recent graduates seeking real agency experience — not observation from the sidelines. Interns are embedded in active client work and exposed to PR, social, and brand strategy in practice.
The internship is unpaid for the first 60 days and focused on skill-building, mentorship, and portfolio development. Outstanding interns may be considered for future paid opportunities as the agency grows.
- Media research and pitch development
- Drafting press materials, bios, and brand copy
- Supporting social media planning and content strategy
- Tracking coverage and building reports
- Assisting with events, launches, and community moments
- Observing client meetings and strategic planning
- Learning how founder-led brands grow visibility thoughtfully
- Recent college graduates or post-grads
- Strong writers with interest in PR, communications, and storytelling
- Curious, reliable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced agency environment
- Able to commit at least 60 days
- Based in Charleston or able to work locally
🚫 This role is not for current students seeking course credit or minimal involvement.
- Keep It Human — relationships first
- Community Is Currency — connection over clout
- Act Like an Owner — care deeply, think strategically
- Evolving Always — growth is the goal