About the role#
SiriusXM is seeking a Publicity Intern to support our communications team. This role provides hands-on experience in strategic communications and media relations. While the team covers a broad range of content, this position focuses heavily on our sports, news, and talk programming.
What you'll do#
- Assist with day-to-day communications initiatives and media relations efforts.
- Monitor and track media coverage across print, broadcast, digital, and social platforms.
- Compile regular media coverage reports, press recaps, and communications metrics.
- Research media outlets, journalists, industry trends, and competitive activity.
- Help develop and maintain targeted media lists and editorial calendars.
- Assist with drafting and proofreading press materials, including press releases, media alerts, and reporter pitches.
- Support media events, interviews, press announcements, and other communications activities.
- Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and cross-functional collaboration.
What you'll need#
- Current university student or recent graduate (within 12 months of graduation).
- Pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, Broadcasting, or a related field.
- MBA students graduating by January 2028 are preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
- Passion for sports and news, with curiosity about the personalities and stories shaping these industries.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
- Experience with automation or AI tools like ChatGPT or Gemini.
- Legal right to work in the U.S.
- Experience with media monitoring tools such as Muck Rack or Critical Mention is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York
- Term: Spring 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Compensation: $18/hr
About SiriusXM
SiriusXM operates as a public company in the entertainment sector. It provides audio content including music, sports, news, comedy, and podcasts. The business reaches listeners through subscription and ad-supported models in cars, homes, and on mobile devices. It manages several brands such as Pandora, AdsWizz, and Simplecast. The company was founded in 2008 and maintains its headquarters in New York.
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