Internship -Education Public Relation

Finn Partners•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Education powers the world. Education breaks down barriers to economic mobility, combats prejudice, inspires innovation and industry, and moves our collective society into new eras of unprecedented advancement. If working alongside national and global experts, policymakers, corporations, advocates and nonprofits, and major philanthropic funders to advance education excites you, then an internship with FINN Partners Global Education Team is for you. Our Education team seeks full-time internship candidates for the Fall 2026. Fall interns participate in a 12-week program starting in September through early December. Start and end dates will be determined on a case-by-case basis to accommodate academic calendars. Interns are expected to work 20-30 hours per week, based on individual schedules. FINN Partners provides a flexible working environment, with the option to be fully remote or hybrid within our U.S. offices. We prioritize candidates near our Washington D.C. and New York City offices. Internships are paid with some benefits eligible and can be used to earn course credit for necessary undergraduate requirements.

Requirements

Self-motivated, friendly, detail-oriented, deadline driven and eager to learn
Collaborative with ability to maintain self-management on projects and tasks
Interest in and basic knowledge of US education system (early childhood, K-12, higher education) and global education issues and trends
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google Docs, Sheets, Slides.
Knowledge of and and facility with appropriate and ethical use of AI tools, including Claude, Gemini, ChatGPT, NotebookLLM, among others
Strong writing and editing skills or experience writing for a variety of platforms, voices and tone
Knowledge of social media tools and platforms such as LinkedIn, X or Blue Sky, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Reddit, Substack
Interest in a career in public relations, journalism, public affairs, or communications and marketing

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with Slack, Zoom, Meltwater, Muck Rack, Canva, and other programs a plus

Responsibilities

Monitor education trades and mainstream media and compile daily or weekly media clips for the team and clients
Research key client issues and develop media insights, policy trackers, and other key deliverables
Draft written materials such as press releases and advisories, contributed articles, briefing documents, etc.
Support media relations outreach, including the creation of media lists, pitches, and interview prep materials
General account support, including internal and client calls as required and other tasks as assigned