Public Relations Intern - Remote
At Zoo Media, we believe young creators deserve the tools and confidence to shape their own narrative. Our work blends storytelling, digital strategy, and community impact—helping students and emerging brands communicate with clarity, purpose, and authenticity.
As a Public Relations Intern, you’ll help craft the stories that define Zoo Media’s voice across youth programs, creative initiatives, and mission-driven partnerships. You’ll gain hands-on experience in media relations, brand messaging, and cross-platform communication while supporting campaigns that uplift young creators and amplify meaningful work.
What You’ll Do
Media Relations & Outreach
- Draft press releases, pitch letters, media kits, and public statements
- Build and maintain media lists while developing relationships with journalists and content creators
- Support efforts to secure press coverage for Zoo Media initiatives, youth programs, and creative campaigns
Cross‑Sector PR Strategy
- Collaborate with internal teams to position projects across education, youth development, creative media, and digital innovation
- Identify compelling story angles that highlight mission-driven work, student impact, and creator-centered initiatives
- Help shape narratives that make Zoo Media’s programs newsworthy and accessible
Brand Messaging & Reputation Support
- Assist in developing brand voice guidelines and messaging frameworks
- Learn the fundamentals of proactive and reactive reputation management
- Support communication strategies that ensure clarity, consistency, and trust
Events, Launches & Media Coordination
- Help plan and promote program launches, digital events, creator showcases, and community initiatives
- Coordinate interviews, livestreams, podcast appearances, and media opportunities
- Support logistics and communication for youth-centered events and campaigns
Internal & External Communications
- Collaborate with social media, video, copywriting, and design teams to unify messaging across platforms
- Assist with newsletters, website copy, podcast scripts, and public-facing communications
- Help ensure Zoo Media’s storytelling remains inclusive, accessible, and mission-aligned
What You’ll Learn
- How to build and execute PR campaigns across multiple sectors
- How to work directly with journalists, creators, and organizational leaders
- How to use media monitoring tools, outreach platforms, and analytics
- How to blend traditional PR with digital storytelling and social-first communication
- How AI tools can support PR strategy, audience targeting, and message development
Requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to think critically, manage deadlines, and pitch creative ideas
- Interest or coursework in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing, or branding
- Availability for virtual meetings:
- Mondays @ 9:00 AM MST
- Wednesdays @ 10:00 AM MST
- Fridays @ 8:00 AM MST
Benefits
- Exposure to PR work across youth media, education, creative industries, and digital innovation
- Mentorship from experienced brand strategists and media professionals
- Opportunities to collaborate with journalists, creators, and community partners
- A portfolio of pitches, press coverage, campaign materials, and brand messaging work
- Letter of recommendation upon successful completion
- Internship duration: 180–365 days
- Remote and designed for emerging communicators
Help shape the stories that inspire the next generation of creators.
Apply now to become a Public Relations Intern at Zoo Media.