Summer 2026 Communications Internship

Derris • Washington, NY

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

Derris is part of Orchestra, a strategic communications and marketing company built for today’s complex and fragmented world. From decoding audiences to designing bold strategies, Orchestra integrates people, platforms, and stories that stick to help clients build lasting influence. The company offers programs that span from the highest level strategic business counsel through to tactical execution. Orchestra brings together 700+ people with experience across consumer and lifestyle, technology, nonprofit and philanthropy, real estate, sports, travel, hospitality, and more. Made up of leading firms BerlinRosen , Civitas Public Affairs Group , Derris , Glen Echo Group , Inkhouse , M18 , Message Lab , Onward , and Small Girls PR. Orchestra also launched Brightmode , a talent acquisition firm for communications professionals, and Versus Media Group , a strategy-first political media team. Learn more at www.orchestraco.com . People of all backgrounds and abilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Orchestra is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff, and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist, and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow. Orchestra is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our Summer 2026 Communications Internship Program. This hands-on opportunity provides meaningful experience across strategic communications, public affairs, media engagement, and brand storytelling. Interns are embedded on a specific team and contribute to active client work across industries including technology, real estate, consumer, sports, arts and culture, philanthropy, and public affairs. You will support both long-term initiatives and day-to-day projects, developing skills in writing, research, media relations, and client service within a fast-paced agency environment. Interns participate in internal meetings, client calls, and events, gaining exposure to how integrated communications strategies are developed and executed. Duration: May 26, 2026 - August 21, 2026 Location: Hybrid internship based in our New York, N.Y. or Washington, D.C. offices (minimum 3 days/week in-office)

Requirements

• Rising junior or senior, postgraduate student, or early-career professional with relevant interest or experience
• Strong writing, research and analytical skills
• Demonstrated interest in communications, media, policy, business, or culture
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple deadlines
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Digital fluency and eagerness to learn new platforms

Responsibilities

• Support client accounts through research, media list development, and meeting preparation
• Draft and edit press materials, pitches, memos, social content, and reports
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends
• Track deliverables and organize internal and client-facing materials
• Participate in team meetings and client calls
• Collaborate across teams on cross-functional projects

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed