Fall Intern 2026 Dallas

Job Description

Job Description

Public Relations Intern - Fall 2026 (September to December 2026)

Are you looking to join a hungry and humble team of thinkers, creators, and achievers? You’ve come to the right place.  Jackson Spalding is an award-winning PR and marketing agency that helps brands stand out to move those who matter most.  

Fiercely creative and strategic, we work alongside our clients to help them connect with their audience and reach their goals. Jackson Spalding was built on the principle that there had to be a better way to run an agency. That means that we stay curious, have an open mind, and ask questions to make sure we consistently achieve excellence with integrity.   

ABOUT THE ROLE  
Internships at Jackson Spalding are a great opportunity for college seniors and recent graduates to gain valuable experience in an agency environment. We look for friendly go-getters who possess the five Cs: character, class, confidence, chemistry and competency. We also look for interns who are self-starters with a passion for communication and marketing who are committed to continuous learning to grow their professional experience.   

This internship is in our Public Relations discipline, and JS will prioritize candidates with PR, comms or journalism experiences and studies.   

INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS:   

• Excellent writing skills  

• Resourcefulness, attention to detail and strong organizational skills  

• Basic time, budget, and project management skills with a preference for Asana skillsets  

• Experience with social and traditional media and ability to monitor both  

• Technical skills include mid- to high-level knowledge of Microsoft Office software including PowerPoint, Excel and Word  

• Experience with AI tools or Adobe Creative Suite a plus  

• Work Schedule:  Hybrid with 3 days in office and 2 days remote  

EDUCATION  

• Rising senior working towards a B.S or B.A degree in PR, Mass Communications, Journalism or a recent graduate or recent post-graduate. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO  

• Support the planning and execution of integrated public relations campaigns for a variety of clients  

• Draft, edit, and proofread press materials including releases, media advisories, and story pitches  

• Research media contacts and industry trends to inform outreach strategies  

• Monitor client and competitor coverage, and compile regular media recap reports  

• Assist with event coordination, from logistics and guest lists to on-site support  

• Contribute ideas during team brainstorms and strategy sessions  

• Prepare client-ready materials such as briefing documents, talking points, and presentations  

• Provide general team support to ensure smooth project organization and communication  

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A JS INTERNSHIP?
Interns will experience the daily rhythm of agency client work. JS interns work side-by-side with our professional team, attend client meetings and are responsible for projects that are assigned according to their level of experience and skill set. Internships are paid, typically three to six months in length, and may lead to full-time employment.   

ABOUT    
Jackson Spalding is a public relations and marketing agency that helps brands break through to earn measurable audience attention, affinity and action. Our approach integrates PR and marketing, which means we work with our clients to grow both reputation and revenue. Jackson Spalding was founded in 1995 with a vision to be the most trusted and respected agency in the industry and is proudly independently owned. With offices located in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles and Athens, Ga., Jackson Spalding’s clients include household brands like Chick-fil-A, The Coca-Cola Company, Delta Air Lines, Google, L.L. Bean, Orkin and Primrose Schools, among others. Jackson Spalding was recognized as one of the best PR agencies in America by Forbes in 2023, has been featured on Best Places to Work lists, and has earned awards ranging from the SABREs to ADDYs.  

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