Intern - Public Affairs & Communications

LSG • Washington, DC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

LSG, an impact agency specializing in brand building, corporate reputation management, and public affairs, seeks interns looking to gain experience in communications, public affairs, community engagement, or other related fields. You should be a team player and possess strong written and verbal communications, research, and critical thinking skills. Our internship program offers recent graduates and college students up to 30 hours a week of hands-on experience working at the nexus of public policy, communications, brand, and advocacy. Our fall internship program runs from August 31 to December 11 at our downtown DC office. Interns work on-site and earn $23 per hour.

Requirements

• Rising college junior/senior or recent graduate with background in communications, public policy, political science, journalism, or related field
• Exceptional writing abilities with strong research and fact-checking skills
• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated team player who thrives in collaborative settings
• Experience crafting messages for diverse audiences and stakeholders
• Familiarity with media monitoring and social media management tools (e.g., Cision, Meltwater, Hootsuite, Canva)

Responsibilities

• Analyzing complex communications challenges and developing strategic solutions
• Creating persuasive client materials including op-eds, press releases, and policy briefs
• Refining written content with meticulous attention to accuracy and messaging
• Tracking media coverage and identifying key trends across traditional and digital platforms
• Building and maintaining targeted media distribution lists
• Supporting high-profile events including congressional hearings, press conferences, and client meetings
• Researching emerging issues to drive innovative client solutions and business development
• Contributing to social media strategy and content creation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern