Public Relations & Communications Assistant - Entry Level

GEM • Fairfax, VA

10d

About The Position

We're hiring an enthusiastic Public Relations & Communications Assistant – Entry Level to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for recent graduates, career changers, and early-career professionals looking to gain hands-on experience. No previous public relations or marketing experience is required. We provide paid training, mentorship, and ongoing professional development to help you build valuable skills and grow your career.

Whether you're a recent graduate, career changer, or looking for your first professional opportunity, you'll gain practical experience and develop skills in public relations, communications, marketing, event marketing, brand promotion, and community engagement. If you're motivated, people-oriented, creative, and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for the Public Relations & Communications Assistant – Entry Level position and start building your career in public relations and communications.

Requirements

• Motivated, personable, organized, and eager to learn
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills
• Comfortable interacting with the public
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Business, or a related field is preferred but not required
• Experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, sales, events, volunteering, or leadership is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with public relations, marketing, and communications campaigns
• Support brand awareness and promotional activities
• Help coordinate events, community outreach, and marketing initiatives
• Represent client brands professionally at events and public-facing activities
• Build positive relationships with customers, clients, and community partners
• Support customer engagement and community outreach
• Work with marketing and communications teams to execute campaigns
• Track campaign results and provide feedback
• Contribute creative ideas to increase brand visibility and engagement

Benefits

• Paid training and professional development
• One-on-one mentorship
• Hands-on experience in PR, marketing, and communications
• Opportunities to participate in events and community outreach
• Collaborative team environment
• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level