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FleishmanHillard

FleishmanHillard is hiring: Public Relations Intern (Full-Time) in Minneapolis

FleishmanHillard, Minneapolis, MN, United States, 55488


*Only completed applications will be reviewed. Please scroll down and review the "Your Application Submission Must Include" section for how to apply and what to include.
Summary

Position: Public relations intern
Timing: This full-time paid internship is 40 hours per week and runs January 16 - June 27, 2025.
Location: Minneapolis
Deadline for submissions: November 1.
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 January 16 - June 27, 2025. 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 you define it. We help you make it happen. Are you ready to join the team?

FleishmanHillard is intentional about using diversity, equity, and inclusion to strengthen the bonds between us, grow our people and create spaces for everyone to thrive. Staying true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work, we do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. 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 DE&I goals.
Responsibilities

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about communications, eager to learn and as committed to doing great 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 communication firm.

Interns have the opportunity to be part of account teams and assist with campaign conception to execution, conducting research, developing media materials, building relationships with journalists, drafting content, 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, though 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 job requirements include excellent written and oral communications skills, an innate curiosity, strong time management, a desire to learn in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment and 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
  3. Writing samples (two if possible): Examples can include materials written for a classroom assignment or previous internship (press release, pitch letter, media kit, social media calendar), a campus newspaper or magazine article, or an essay, blog post, letter or memo of some sort

Our Story

We're more motivated by what we can give than what we receive. That holds true for our colleagues, clients and communities across cultures and time zones. We believe giving our best is only possible in an environment that empowers us to truly be our best, so we focus on creating belonging for all and caring for the whole person. Because when you belong and have what you need to thrive - both at work and in life - you're free to be you. To pursue your dreams and passions. To be bold and try new things, in the name of personal and professional growth and of work that leads to meaningful progress for the world. So, we respect and support one another amid differences and we acknowledge and celebrate who each of us is. We accept that we don't all have to have the same perspectives, beliefs, background or experiences to do great things together. A combination of our employee experience, industry-leading client work, global community service and contributions to inclusion has earned FleishmanHillard recognition as 2021, 2022 and 2023 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 week, in accordance with their local office hybrid work policy. We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide, but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees' lives. We acknowledge that our people are diverse individuals with unique circumstances and needs, and therefore 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 314-982-1700 and ask to be connected to Talent Development.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $17.50-$20 an hour.

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