Public Relations Intern (Full-Time) - San Francisco, Spring 2026

Overview

FleishmanHillard is a global integrated communications agency delivering transformational outcomes for some of the world’s biggest brands. We have an immediate opening for a full-time paid intern position with our San Francisco office. This is a hybrid role. Interns are an integral part of our team, giving participants real-life experience and skills that will help them succeed in their communications careers in the future.

FleishmanHillard, globally headquartered in St. Louis, is one of the largest integrated communications companies in the world. Our service to clients draws on expertise across more than 25 disciplines, including B2C and B2B marketing, branding, corporate reputation management, CSR, creative services, entertainment and sports, digital and social media, financial communications and investor relations, healthcare, internal communications, issues and crisis management, public affairs, and technology. FleishmanHillard believes a diverse team brings a wider range of personal and professional experiences and perspectives.  

FleishmanHillard values the importance of impact and inclusion to strengthen the bonds between us, grow our people and create spaces for everyone to thrive. We stay true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work. As part of our ongoing effort to be the world’s most inclusive agency, we are committed to seeking candidates who possess and demonstrate a profound interest in furthering our impact and inclusion goals.

Responsibilities

• Handle research projects


• Conduct media monitoring


• Tackle writing assignments or develop social content


• Pitch the media


• Manage or support events


• Conduct trend analyses

Qualifications

• Ability to join us in a hybrid model of working in-person in the San Francisco office weekly.


• Able to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, Pacific Time, ideally starting in spring 2025.


• A strong career interest in communications. A background or strong interest in working with clients in the technology and corporate PR spaces.


• Ideal candidates will have graduated and completed college coursework in journalism, public relations, communications or related fields.


• Fundamental writing, research, communications, and critical-thinking skills.


• Prior internship or school-related experience where the role involved writing, content creation, social media, etc.


• Ability to work easily in both large team environments and independently.


• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.


• A positive attitude and willingness to learn from our industry-leading team of counselors.


• Committed to cultivating diverse teams and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Our Story

FleishmanHillard specializes in public relations, reputation management, public affairs, brand marketing, digital strategy, social engagement and content strategy. FleishmanHillard was named 2020, 2021 and 2022 Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year; 2023 ICCO Large Agency of the Year – The Americas; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Agency of the Year; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Extra-Large Agency of the Year; 2023 Campaign US PR Agency of the Year; 2021 PRovoke APAC Consultancy of the Year; and 2021 PRWeek UK Large Consultancy of the Year. FleishmanHillard is part of Omnicom PR Group and has nearly 80 offices in more than 30 countries, plus affiliates in 45 countries. 

FleishmanHillard offers a hybrid work model and seeks employees who are comfortable working in the office for a portion of their week, in accordance with their local office hybrid work policy. We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide, but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees’ lives. We acknowledge that our people are diverse individuals with unique circumstances and needs, and therefore our goal is to foster a productive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, both in and out of the office.

FleishmanHillard is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws. Please do not contact the office directly to apply – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. If you need assistance reviewing career opportunities or completing an application, please email our careers team or call 314-982-1700 and ask to be connected to Talent Development.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $18.67-$22.00 per hour.

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications and geography.