The Arthritis Foundation is hiring part-time Public Relations Interns for their Atlanta, GA office. This position is ideal for an online student or recent graduate, or a student looking ahead to Summer 2027. Interns will work on-site in Atlanta and report to the Senior Manager, Strategic Communications & PR at the Arthritis Foundation. Pay is $20 / hour, 20 hours per week. Applications will accepted on a rolling basis.
Position Summary:
The Public Relations Intern supports national and local media relations campaigns, storytelling and brand visibility efforts to raise awareness of the Arthritis Foundation’s mission and impact. The internship provides hands-on experience in nonprofit communications, public relations and media relations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Write press materials (press releases, media pitches, media alerts) and news articles for website
- Assist with media outreach
- Track media coverage using free online tools and compile campaign results reports
- Conduct research needed to implement communications strategies
- Assist with media interview coordination for volunteer and staff spokespeople
- Assist with media outreach in key Arthritis Foundation markets
- Participate in communications planning meetings
Required Experience & Education:
The internship is open to current students enrolled in a 4-year university pursuing a degree or post-graduate degree in one of the following disciplines: Marketing, Digital Marketing, Communications, Social Media, or Media Relations.
Additional Qualifications:
- Undergraduate student or recent graduate in communications, journalism, public relations or public health
- Strong writing and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and in teams
- Interest in nonprofit communications and public relations
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Interest in nonprofit communications
- Organizational and research abilities
- Ability to work remotely and manage deadlines
Essential Job Functions:
- Create communications and media relations content as directed by Supervisor
- Monitor media coverage
- Media outreach
- Assist with media interview coordination
- Conduct research to support communications strategies
Learn More:
To learn more about this position and to submit an application, visit the Arthritis Foundation website.