Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Fellow

We are seeking a communications fellow who want to join a dynamic team and get hands-on experience in public affairs and corporate reputation. If you're a politico, policy wonk, news hound, or itching for the chance to get into corporate comms, you've found the right firm. Who You Are Resourceful and able to work independentlyExceptionally organized and can keep track of multiple priorities at onceIntellectually curious and a diligent researcherA strong verbal communicator with even sharper writing skillsExcited to work on a diverse variety of projects which draw on an array of skillsMotivated and fulfilled by succeeding as a team What You'll Do Routinely assist with the firm's core work areas: in-depth research, public affairs campaign management, media and public relations, strategic consulting, tactical messaging, corporate positioning, grassroots advocacy, digital campaigning, and issue advocacy.Daily responsibilities will include researching, preparing reports, assisting staff on client requests, and helping on a variety of office responsibilities. Trainees will work directly with senior staff to meet client needs. The Fellow Program typically runs for 6-12 months with the possibility to extend beyond the initial timeframe. Fellows may be eligible for promotion depending on the quality of their work and department availability. Requirements Your Experience Strong Candidates Will Possess Many Of The Following Attributes Exceptional writing and research skillsAn interest in/aptitude for digital advocacy techniques, including online marketing and media production Experience with the basics of digital and social media marketing a big plusExcellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skillsKnowledge of local and national policies and current eventsBackground in politics, economics, business, or journalism strongly desiredExperience on campaigns a plusExperience with digital media, including video and graphic editing, a big plusProficiency with Mac OS and Microsoft Office programs Candidates need not possess every attribute listed above to qualify for a role. If you identify with this profile but don't quite meet all of the criteria we strongly encourage you to apply to joining our winning team! Benefits Avōq prides itself on the kind of innovation that is only achieved through inclusive collaboration and equal opportunity. Maintaining a diverse staff of first-class talent (including those from BIPOC, LGBTQ communities, and others from historically underrepresented groups), and conferring a sense of value and belonging on each team member is central to our mission as expert communicators and advocates. The salary for this role is $39,000 We offer a uniquely rich benefits package to support our team's quality of life outside of work that includes: 100% Company-paid Medical, Dental and Vision insurancePaid parental leave401(k) contributionsFlexible, hybrid work arrangements (4 days in office)12 paid company holidays per year, up to 39 days individual paid time off Winter break: Offices close the last week of the year Avōq also provides necessary assistance or modifications to the application process for prospective candidates. If you need support, please reach out to Talent@teamavoq.com and include your full name and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.