About the role
Role
Our Intern program is a paid opportunity that allows participants to contribute to the organization's success while at the same time applying learnings from the classroom. This semester we will continue with a hybrid program and will offer each participant the opportunity to gain in-office experience for approximately 3-days a week. Interns are responsible for their individual transportation and housing needs.
Intern Expectations
- All Interns are expected to work 24-29.9 hours a week during the session.
- While each intern will be working with a specific division, they will have the opportunity to learn about other areas within Excel, through lunch and learns held throughout the semester.
Important Dates
- Our Fall Program runs from Monday, September 14th, 2026 through Thursday, December 10th, 2026.
Office Hours
- 9:00 am‐6:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday OR as agreed upon with advisor.
- Days in office must be coordinated with Advisor's schedules.
Our Intern Must Be
- Available to work under 30 hours per week.
- Available to report to the New York office approximately 3-days a week.
- Have a senior standing in college (must have completed your junior year of undergrad) OR Be enrolled in a graduate school OR Have a bachelor's or postgraduate degree.
Interview Process
- Applications will close on August 14th, 2026
- If selected, the expectation is that offers will be extended mid to late August.
- The program will begin on September 14th, 2026.
Communications Associate Expectations
- Will learn how to develop, edit, and proofread materials including press releases, media pitches, interview briefs, fact sheets and other materials.
- Will conduct background research, compile, and analyze media and competitor coverage.
- Media monitoring and ongoing, real-time coverage tracking; development of client-facing reports and support program recaps.
- Engage with and establish relationships with media and influencers.
- Develop and regularly update media lists and editorial calendars.
- Under guidance and supervision of senior team members, manage reactive media requests and proactively pitch client announcement and initiatives.
- Support relative Comms leads on various projects across Talent, Brands and Properties.
- Will provide administrative support to entire Communications team including managing a shared calendar, interview request and coverage tracking.
- Will develop and distribute regular internal and external communications materials such as newsletters, media blasts, weekly status reports, etc.
- Supports in the monitoring of media placements for client coverage.
- Assists the Communications team with research on clients, media outlets and reporters for potential coverage opportunities.
- Will learn to develop and curate innovative storylines for clients.
- Will develop relationships with local reporters and pitch clients for feature stories.
- Will assist across the Communications Department to help create pitch opportunities for the agency as well as Brand Marketing clients.
- Will learn to use and utilize public relations programs like Cision to research and develop media lists.
- All other duties as assigned.
Communications Associate Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Must have strong storytelling, editorial and writing skills.
- Collaborative, engaging and a self-starter.
- Must have strong organizational skills and be able to multi-task and work in high-pace, dynamic environment.
- Must exude social intelligence along with the ability to communicate and connect effectively. and personably, recognizing the need to adjust communication styles based on the audience and situation.
- Uncompromised ethics, integrity and morally sound, always focused on doing what is right.
Compensation
The pay for this position is: $17.00 per hour. Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the California and New York City Salary Transparency Law.