About the role#
West End Strategy Team offers a paid internship for the winter 2027 term. This role provides hands-on experience in strategic communications, with a focus on social justice, human rights, and equity. You will work with a team that supports advocacy organizations and manages campaigns related to public policy and social issues.
What you'll do#
- Write and edit materials for media distribution.
- Draft opinion pieces and create social media content.
- Research client organizations, issue areas, and target journalists.
- Build and maintain media lists.
- Conduct media outreach and aggregate news content.
- Assist with various clerical duties.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student.
- Ability to work in the Washington, D.C. office at least one day per week.
Location & details#
- Location: Washington, District of Columbia.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through May).
- Compensation: $18.40 per hour.
About West End Strategy Team
West End Strategy Team is a public relations and communications firm based in Washington, District of Columbia. Founded in 2013, the company operates as a privately held business with 11 to 50 employees. It focuses on media relations, message development, crisis communications, online strategy, and public affairs. The firm works with clients to influence policy and raise national public awareness.
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