About the role#
Walker Sands is looking for a PR Intern to join our Chicago team. This is a 12-week, paid internship running from January 25 through April 16, 2027. You will work 40 hours per week in a hybrid format, with two days per week in the office. This role is designed to provide hands-on agency experience for early-career professionals, with the potential to transition into a full-time position based on performance.
What you'll do#
- Develop and maintain targeted media lists.
- Conceptualize, draft, and execute media pitches.
- Coordinate media opportunities and support outreach to journalists.
- Draft press releases and other PR deliverables.
- Prepare media briefing materials for interviews.
- Conduct media, industry, and client research to support PR strategies.
- Draft and support speaking and award submissions.
What you'll need#
- Recent graduate or early-career professional status.
- Strong interest in public relations, media, and B2B communications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong grammar and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt your writing style for different audiences.
- Familiarity with current events, media outlets, and emerging trends.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office.
- Ability to commit to a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule for the 12-week duration.
- Previous PR or communications internship experience is a plus, as is familiarity with media databases like Muck Rack or Cision.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Modality: Hybrid (two days in-office per week).
- Compensation: $18 per hour.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 25 to April 16).
About Walker Sands
Walker Sands is an integrated B2B growth services agency. It provides strategy, data, content, and digital marketing services to over 100 clients. The firm maintains offices in Chicago, Seattle, and Boston. It employs 236 people and operates as a privately held organization.
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