TrailRunner International Intern

TrailRunner International • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The strategic communications consultancy TrailRunner International is seeking high-energy, detail-oriented, service-minded interns to support the firm’s clients around the world. Summer interns work 40 hours per week starting June 1 - July 31, 2026, in any of the following office locations: Dallas/Fort Worth, Nashville, New York City, and Truckee, California. We also have intern opportunities starting in September 2026. The Internship Program is available to college seniors, recent graduates and graduate degree students. TrailRunner Interns serve as the primary pipeline for our Analyst Program, a full-time intensive program designed to give Analysts the skills and experiences needed to be successful in strategic communications. Each Intern will be assigned two to four client teams and will work as an active team member. Interns will have structured assignments, regular check-ins, and additional development resources along the way. The goal is to ensure that interns learn about the communications industry and develop their skills including research, writing, media pitching and organizational skills such as project management. Working directly with TrailRunner leadership and senior advisors, Interns support clients in various industries around the world, leveraging strategic communications to achieve their objectives in special situations (IPOs, M&A, restructurings, investor issues, regulatory matters, litigation, crises, etc.) and in longer-term engagements focused on corporate reputation building, executive visibility, media relations, investor relations, and issues management. Mentorship and teaching are an important aspect of the TrailRunner International culture. At TrailRunner, interns support teams that are diverse in industry, client situation, and team make up. Our teams work directly with and learn from top talent and seasoned leadership across the firm’s offices.

Requirements

• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills
• Unwavering commitment to helping clients and teammates win
• Strong work ethic, personal drive and intellectual curiosity
• Ability to stay composed and maintain a positive outlook in fast-paced, high-pressure situations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, with analytical and research capabilities
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple workstreams effectively
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, learning, and excellence, with a high degree of integrity
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
• Intellectual curiosity and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with digital tools and platforms (e.g., media databases, social media, or research tools) is a plus
• A degree in public relations, communications, finance, business, or a related field is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist client teams in providing exceptional communication support to TrailRunner International’s global clients
• Compile and maintain media lists of relevant reporters, publications, conferences and awards for client awareness; assist in researching, briefing and coordinating events, interviews, conferences, podcasts and other client initiatives
• Produce high quality first drafts of memos, briefing documents, research and analysis, and other common client-driven work products
• Coordinate project plans, internal meetings and initiatives on client accounts
• Research and complete business briefings for current and prospective clients
• Monitor and maintain client topical awareness on relevant industry, competitor and company news
• Research and summarize broader trends in the media
• Use conventional and creative means to gather intel on behalf of clients and prospects
• Learn and adapt in an extremely fast-paced, ever changing environment

Benefits

• Structured assignments
• Regular check-ins
• Additional development resources
• Mentorship and teaching
• Workshops/ “Lunch & Learns” led by seasoned TrailRunner professionals on relevant topics, such as media relations, crisis communications, client service best practices, and IPO communications
• Career coaching and guidance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed