SAN DIEGO | PR & SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING internship

H2 Public Relations is currently accepting applications for Winter. internships. We’re looking for a dynamic and motivated Public Relations + Social Media Marketing Intern to join our team in San Diego. This is a 3-month, hybrid internship for school credit only, requiring approximately 15 hours per week, including weekly in-person training at our Liberty Station office.

We’re seeking candidates who are creative, outgoing, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Ideal candidates possess strong networking skills, multi-tasking ability, proficiency in AP style writing, and a passion for storytelling.

This is a hands-on opportunity to gain real-world experience in the public relations and marketing industries in Southern California and beyond.

OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Support high-profile client accounts including Del Mar Wine + Food Festival, Run The Jewels’ Juice Runners, Urban Kitchen Group, Café Vivant + Somm Cellars, 31ThirtyOne by Deckman’s, Fox Point Farms, Cesarina, and others
• Assist publicists at all levels with daily tasks, media outreach, and campaign coordination
• Participate in creative brainstorms and strategy sessions for upcoming campaigns and events
• Attend and help coordinate photoshoots, TV segments, client meetings, and media opportunities
• Draft pitches, bios, blog posts, newsletters, and social copy
• Create visual content and assets via Canva and other design tools
• Track and analyze social media performance and competitor trends
• Research editorial calendars to identify personalized pitch angles for each client
• Contribute to event planning, partnership development, and promotional strategy building
• Pitch writing, editor research, client communications, and blog/invite copywriting
• Learning how to develop compelling narratives and align client stories with current media trends
• Social content ideation, caption writing, audience engagement, analytics tracking, and competitive research
• Supporting on-site at shoots and assisting in producing content for client accounts

Requirements:

• Must be based in San Diego and available for in-person work one day per week at our Liberty Station office
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; knowledge of AP style is a must
• Pursuing a degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field
• Experience with social media platforms and trends; Canva or basic design tools is a plus
• Organized, adaptable, and enthusiastic about gaining hands-on agency experience

To Apply:

Please email your resume and cover letter to PRSD@h2publicrelations.com. Optional: Include links to your social media handles, writing samples, or design portfolio to showcase your creative abilities. No calls, please. We’ll contact you if we think you’re a good fit!