PR Event & Project Intern

Role Description This on-site PR Event & Project Intern role is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area and focuses on supporting public relations and event initiatives for CHAO.S PR. The intern assists in planning, coordinating, and executing PR events, including material research, vendor coordination, guest lists, and event logistics. Day-to-day tasks include drafting and formatting press releases, media alerts, and basic PR materials, as well as maintaining contact lists and tracking media coverage. The role also involves supporting project management activities, preparing reports and presentations, and collaborating with team members to ensure timely follow-up with clients, partners, and media. This is an internship role designed to provide hands-on experience in PR, events, and project coordination within a fast-paced agency environment.

Qualifications

• Public relations and press release skills, including the ability to draft, edit, and distribute press releases and media communications.
• Event planning skills, including coordinating logistics, managing timelines, and supporting on-site event execution.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, vendors, and media contacts.
• Basic sales and outreach skills, such as assisting with partner outreach, sponsorship support, and follow-up communication.
• Organizational and time-management abilities, with attention to detail and the capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency with standard office and collaboration tools (e.g., email, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software).
• Ability to work on-site in the New York City Metropolitan Area and collaborate effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Current student or recent graduate in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field is preferred; prior internship or project experience in PR or events is a plus.