Fellow (On-Site Washington, DC)

Rational 360•Washington, DC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Rational 360 is seeking a Fellow to support several client accounts. Fellows gain hands-on experience in public relations, research, writing, digital media, and media monitoring, while developing a strong interest in public affairs and American politics. Fellows assist with tracking media, legislation, and political stakeholders, and help support day-to-day client account activities. They contribute to preparing key client documents, including press and stakeholder lists, conduct research, and support account teams across a variety of projects. Fellows should be eager to learn, interested in working in a fast-paced environment, and able to manage multiple assignments and deadlines. The firm is committed to high-quality, personal service and specializes in strategic public affairs communications, reputation management, business and consumer public relations, and interactive communications. Rational 360 is a full-service strategic communications and digital company that helps organizations win in high-stakes public affairs, corporate communications, and reputation management. We combine data-driven insights, creative storytelling, and cutting-edge technology to deliver results for clients across industries. Our team is collaborative, entrepreneurial, and driven by impact. With a staff of approximately 120 and growing, Rational 360 is partially employee-owned and deeply invested in professional development, mentorship, and career advancement. Our teams work at the forefront of strategic communications, public policy, and media engagement across a wide variety of sectors.

Requirements

Excellent writing and editing skills
Must be available to work a minimum of 40 hours per week
Ability to handle multiple assignments at once
Self-starter who takes initiative and has a strong, independent work ethic
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Developing a strong interest in public affairs and American politics
Eager to learn
Interested in working in a fast-paced environment
Able to manage multiple assignments and deadlines

Responsibilities

Writing press releases, op-eds, blog posts, fact sheets and other content
Maintaining press and media lists
Primary research on various topics
Compiling, organizing, and distributing news clips
Pitching news stories to a variety of regional, national, and international news outlets
Drafting and posting social media content
Staffing client events and meetings
Attending think tank events and writing reports