Public Relations Intern, Minneapolis

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Summary

Position: Public Relations intern

Timing: This full-time paid internship is 40 hours per week and runs late August 2026 – late November 2026 with the potential to be extended.

Location: Minneapolis

Deadline for submissions: July 17, 2026

Position Overview

FleishmanHillard is a global integrated communications agency delivering transformational outcomes for some of the world’s biggest brands. We are looking for a PR Intern to join our Minneapolis office, which is an extension of FleishmanHillard St. Louis: our global headquarters. We offer real-world experience in public relations, reputation management, public affairs, brand marketing, internal communications, digital strategy, social engagement and content strategy.

This full-time paid internship is 40 hours per week and runs late August 2026 – late November 2026. This internship offers a hybrid work experience (remote and in-office). Note: candidates are required to work onsite in our Minneapolis office at least three days a week.

At FleishmanHillard, we embrace challenges, think boldly, trust each other, and harness our talented worldwide network to provide the best in-class counsel to our roster of remarkable global clients. Are you ready to join the team?

FleishmanHillard values the importance of impact and inclusion to strengthen the bonds between us, grow our people and create spaces for everyone to thrive. We stay true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work. As part of our ongoing effort to be the world’s most inclusive agency, we are committed to seeking candidates who possess and demonstrate a profound interest in furthering our impact and inclusion goals.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about communications, eager to learn and as committed to producing exceptional work as we are. The FleishmanHillard experience provides the opportunity to grow personally and professionally through exposure to client service and the inner workings of a global, integrated communications firm.

Interns play an integral role within account teams where they provide strategic support and develop critical skills that are foundational to a career in public relations. Example responsibilities include conducting research and analysis, developing written materials (social content, news releases, messaging, etc.), managing social media and paid digital campaigns, building relationships with journalists, identifying influencers and stakeholders, vetting

external engagement opportunities, support crisis planning, tracking and analyzing results, and other account-related activities.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will have at least a 3.0 GPA, previous relevant internship experience(s) and completed their junior year of college. Recent graduates are preferred. This is a full-time internship that runs throughout the academic calendar, and we are unable to accommodate class schedules. Basic position requirements include excellent written and oral communication skills, an innate curiosity, strong time management, a desire to learn in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment and a commitment to cultivating diverse teams and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. All candidates must also exhibit a desire and motivation to learn and the ability to work as part of a team.

Application submissions must include all of the following:

1. Cover letter expressing why you are interested in a FleishmanHillard public relations internship in Minneapolis

2. Resume

Our Story

FleishmanHillard specializes in public relations, reputation management, public affairs, brand marketing, digital strategy, social engagement and content strategy. FleishmanHillard was named 2020, 2021 and 2022 Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year; 2023 ICCO Large Agency of the Year – The Americas; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Agency of the Year; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Extra-Large Agency of the Year; 2023 Campaign US PR Agency of the Year; 2021 PRovoke APAC Consultancy of the Year; and 2021 PRWeek UK Large Consultancy of the Year. FleishmanHillard is part of Omnicom PR Group and has nearly 80 offices in more than 30 countries, plus affiliates in 45 countries.

FleishmanHillard offers a hybrid work model, and seeks employees who are comfortable working in the office for a portion of their workweek. We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide, but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees' lives. As such, we are open to discuss various work arrangements that accommodate individual needs and circumstances, including flexible scheduling and alternative work arrangements. Our goal is to foster a productive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, both in and out of the office.

FleishmanHillard is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws. Please do not contact the office directly to apply – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. If you need assistance reviewing career opportunities or completing an application, please email our careers team or call View phone number on click.appcast.io and ask to be connected to Talent Development.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $18-$19.23 an hour.

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications and geography.