Summer 2027 Assistant Account Executive, Early Careers - US Locations

Prosek Partners • Washington, DC

12d • $52,000 - $52,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Prosek Partners is hiring a full-time, early-career Assistant Account Executive for its Summer 2027 program. The role is designed for recent college graduates with relevant communications internship experience who are ready to begin careers in financial communications. Assistant Account Executives support client programs and develop expertise in media relations, writing, research, and account management while working with experienced communications professionals and clients in financial services, professional services, technology, and B2B sectors.

Early-career AAEs participate in a structured Boot Camp curriculum led by firm leaders, alongside on-the-job learning. Training covers foundational public relations, business, and industry knowledge. The firm also provides manager support, media coaching, mentorship, peer support, ongoing feedback, and opportunities to connect with colleagues and leaders across Prosek.

The position requires a completed bachelor’s degree by the start of employment and at least six months of relevant internship experience. The listed salary is $52,000. The application deadline is March 31, 2027.

Requirements

• Completed bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or a related field by the start of employment.
• At least six months of relevant internship experience in public relations, communications, finance, or a related field.
• Strong interest in financial services, professional services, technology, and/or B2B communications.
• Foundational experience with media relations, writing, research, and/or account support through previous internships.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong research and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Intellectual curiosity and interest in business, current events, and the media.
• Resourcefulness, proactivity, and comfort asking questions and seeking feedback.
• Eagerness to learn and take on increasing levels of responsibility.

Nice To Haves

• Previous agency internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily news and industry trends and identify developments relevant to clients and their businesses.
• Develop and maintain targeted media lists and learn which reporters, publications, and outlets influence client stakeholders.
• Support media relations by identifying timely story angles, drafting pitches, and conducting targeted journalist outreach.
• Develop relationships with relevant journalists and build confidence navigating the financial and business media landscape.
• Draft and edit client pitches, press releases, briefing materials, messaging, and other written communications.
• Prepare daily scans, meeting agendas, coverage reports, action items, and other account materials with attention to detail.
• Participate in internal and client meetings and take ownership of notes, action items, and follow-up as appropriate.
• Research clients, competitors, industries, and emerging trends to inform account strategy and new business opportunities.
• Assist with presentations, agendas, and other client-facing materials.
• Build knowledge of each client’s business, industry, competitors, and communications objectives.
• Contribute ideas during team brainstorms and identify proactive opportunities for clients.
• Develop organizational and account-management skills while balancing responsibilities across multiple accounts.
• Produce accurate, thoughtful, increasingly client-ready work and incorporate feedback from managers and senior team members.

Benefits

• Dedicated manager support to identify strengths, development areas, and professional goals.
• Media coaching and mentorship to build confidence navigating the financial media landscape and developing journalist relationships.
• Mentorship and peer support during the transition into a full-time agency environment.
• Ongoing feedback and development conversations to provide clear expectations and measure progress.
• Exposure to leaders and colleagues across Prosek through Boot Camps, account work, and professional-development opportunities.
• Structured Boot Camp training curriculum.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level