Business Development Internship (Fall 2026)

Brilliant Agency, one of the most respected and rapidly growing agencies focused on family-oriented brands, is seeking a remote Public Relations & Business Development Intern (15 hours per week) to support our growing, award-winning team for Fall 2026 (August–December).

About Us

Brilliant is a unique PR agency celebrating 15 years in business with over 25 team members working remotely across the U.S. We provide our team with the resources they need to succeed without requiring a traditional office environment. From costume contests to virtual happy hours and Slack GIFs, we prioritize connection and community.

We specialize in serving consumer lifestyle brands with a focus on products, services, and brands for families, including baby and maternity, toys and games, tech, housewares, and food.

About the Role

Interns will gain real-world marketing experience by supporting Brilliant’s public relations, paid influencer, and new business development teams. You’ll contribute as a key member of our new business team and brand partnerships, working on projects that leverage your skills while collaborating across multiple teams. No two days will be the same, so meeting deadlines, timely communication, and proactive engagement are essential.

Ideal Candidate

• Data-minded with a professional demeanor and drive to succeed
• Team player with excellent communication skills across different teams
• Strong writing skills and social media savvy, with an eye for trends
• Resourceful, detail-oriented, and highly organized
• Goal-driven, with a mindset focused on seizing opportunities and moving with urgency
• Able to prioritize tasks and deliver high-quality work
• Adaptable to a dynamic, fast-moving environment
• Creative and willing to contribute ideas in brainstorms
• Excited about building a strong career foundation post-graduation

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day sales responsibilities under the New Business Development team
• Work with platforms such as Google Drive, AirTable, HubSpot, TikTok, Instagram, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn, and CreatorIQ
• Assist in developing and creating sales presentations for brand partners and internal teams
• Learn to identify prospective client targets and help build pitch lists
• Improve writing skills by drafting campaign copy and research materials
• Support the marketing team by maintaining strong cross-functional relationships and aligning calendars
• Collect and report metrics for monitoring new client business and marketing efforts
• Contribute to benchmarking and industry intelligence by summarizing key findings and trends

Requirements

• Must be a rising sophomore, junior, or senior
• Previous office internship experience in marketing or public relations
• Proficiency with Google Drive
• 3.0 GPA or above
• Commit to at least 15 hours per week during normal office hours (8 AM–5 PM in your time zone)

Benefits

If selected, Brilliant will reimburse you $250 each month for using your personal cell phone, computer, and home internet.