Public Relations Intern, Fall 2026

About the role

Internship candidates can expect a part-time onsite internship, running from Fall-Spring, in Milwaukee, WI. Our interns bring distinctive ideas and perspectives to our organization, and our employees are passionate about building our emerging talent and future leaders. In addition to their day-to-day tasks, interns participate in professional development workshops, senior leadership Q&A's, volunteer initiatives, networking/social events, and more!

As a Public Relations Intern, you will work alongside your hiring manager, mentor, and team to complete tasks critical for Northwestern Mutual's success. We are here to help you both identify and continue to develop your future career goals and passions. Strategic Communications interns will have the opportunity to work in a large corporate communications department on a variety of initiatives.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of team members, support PR and media relations efforts including developing pitches, background documents, and tailored external-facing content. Plus, conduct media trainings, manage necessary approvals, and monitor external media relations inquiries. Key Outputs: Media briefing documents, media placements, drafting of news releases and social media copy, curated news clips and subsequent merchandising communications.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or related field from an accredited college or university with an expected graduation date of May 2027 or later
• Previous work or classroom experience in one or more of the following: Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or Journalism
• Employer immigration sponsorship is not available for this role

Skills

• Previous Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or Journalism internship and/or relevant project experience
• Proficiency with AP style
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Confirmed analytical and problem-solving ability
• High degree of self-motivation, passion, and a strive to learn
• Ability to balance multiple priorities

Pay

Pay Range - Start: $16.50, Pay Range - End $30.00. Internship salaries are determined based on academic tenure and major.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• Concierge service
• Comprehensive benefits
• Employee resource groups