Public Relations Intern

Job Description

Public Relations Intern | Kahn Media

The Tone:
This is an internship opportunity at Kahn Media, located in Moorpark, CA. The company specializes in media, communications, and storytelling, focusing on helping brands in the automotive, luxury, and outdoor lifestyle sectors earn significant press coverage. This Public Relations Intern role is crucial for supporting the core PR team, providing direct assistance in the efforts to secure valuable media placements and enhance brand visibility through effective written and outreach strategies.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Location: Moorpark, CA (In-person)

• Mission: This individual will gain hands-on experience by directly supporting the PR team with essential media outreach, writing, research, and reporting tasks, all contributing to securing impactful press coverage for clients.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Media Outreach: Assist the team in pitching compelling client stories, new products, and important company announcements directly to relevant media outlets.
• Content Creation: Help in the drafting and refinement of press releases, media alerts, and various other written communications for client campaigns.
• Research & Identification: Conduct thorough research to identify new media contacts, potential editorial opportunities, and relevant industry trends for client coverage.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor and track client media coverage, then contribute to the compilation of comprehensive client reports that detail PR successes.
• Team Support: Provide general administrative support to the Public Relations team, ensuring smooth daily operations and efficient campaign execution.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early Career. Candidates should possess a demonstrated interest in public relations, communications, or journalism, seeking practical experience in the field.
• Experience: No specific years of experience are required. Applicants must exhibit strong writing and overall communication skills, coupled with an organized approach to managing diverse tasks effectively.
• Skills: Strong writing skills; Effective communication skills; Organized approach; Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Bonus: An existing interest in automotive, luxury, or outdoor lifestyle brands is considered a plus for this role.