Education Public Relations Intern

Finn Partners•Washington, DC

22h•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. This change starts with high-quality early childhood experiences, advances with immersive, hands-on K-12 experiences, and evolves further with alignment between postsecondary pathways and the workforce. 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 Education Team is for you. Our Education team seeks full-time internship candidates for the Summer 2026. Summer interns participate in a 12-week program starting late May/early June through early August. Start and end dates will be determined on a case-by-case basis to accommodate academic calendars. Interns are expected to work Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 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, but welcome all candidates in the Eastern and Central time zones. Internships are paid and can be used to earn course credit for necessary undergraduate requirements.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google Docs, Sheets, Slides.
Proficient in AP style as well as writing for social media
Strong writing and editing skills or experience writing for a variety of platforms, voices and tone
Deep knowledge of social media tools and platforms such as LinkedIn, X or Blue Sky, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Reddit, Substack
Keen interest in a career in public relations, journalism, public affairs, or communications and marketing
Interest and basic knowledge of US education system (early childhood, K-12, higher education)
Ability to maintain self-management on projects and tasks, especially in remote environments
Self-motivated, friendly and eager to learn

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Support organizations at the intersection of education, policy, philanthropy and business
Support effective client engagements: learning the ropes of account management
Write compelling content: research and produce strong written content
Engage the media: develop and pitch story ideas that secure coverage for our clients
Run point on social: support social media content development, community engagement, and campaign management
Curate media reports and analyses, including in-depth analysis on key issues related to clients
Monitor and compile daily or weekly media clips for the team and clients
Research key client issues and develop landscape analysis, media insights, policy trackers, and thought leadership opportunities
Draft written materials such as press releases and advisories, contributed articles, briefing documents, etc.
Support media relations, including the creation of media lists, pitches, and interview prep materials
Support monthly reporting to clients across activities, KPIs, and other aspects of scopes
Account management activities such project trackers, assembling agendas and action items, and learning about budget and forecasts
General account support, including internal and client calls as required and other tasks as assigned
Support the creation of new business proposals, as requested