Public Relations Internship | Fall 2026

About the role

Brilliant Agency, a respected and rapidly growing PR agency focusing on family-oriented brands, is seeking a REMOTE Public Relations Intern, 15 hours a week. This role offers opportunities for growth and integration into a dynamic team.

Who We Are

Brilliant is a fully remote agency celebrating 15 years in business with over 25 team members. We prioritize connecting with each other through virtual events like costume contests, virtual happy hours, and Slack GIFs. Our team is expected to be available online during regular business hours and occasionally travel for events and trade shows.

What We Do

We serve consumer lifestyle brands, particularly those for families including baby and maternity, toys and games, tech, housewares, and food. Our mission is to celebrate creativity and innovation within these sectors.

The Dream Team Member

We are looking for someone who is excited about the unpredictability of daily tasks, enjoys tackling challenges head-on, and is passionate about public relations. The ideal candidate should be resourceful, committed, and eager to learn.

Job Description

This internship offers hands-on experience, with two sessions per year (Summer/Fall and Winter/Spring), typically lasting from June to December and January to June respectively. Interns often transition to full-time positions after completing multiple sessions.

• Learn to identify media and influencer targets and assist in building lists
• Help monitor and report media, influencer, and social coverage
• Contribute creative ideas to team brainstorming sessions
• Improve writing skills by drafting press materials and research material
• Maintain and update critical databases and resources
• Data entry and varied research for projects like award submissions, event recommendations, and more
• Support the management of influencer campaigns
• Identify relevant influencers for promotion
• Draft initial outreach emails to potential influencers and negotiate terms
• Provide general support to the account team
• Use technology platforms for research, media relations, social media, and content creation

Requirements

• You must be a rising sophomore, junior, or senior
• Previous office internship experience in marketing is required
• A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred
• You must commit at least 15 hours a week during normal office hours or 8-5 in your time zone
• Excellent writing skills are essential
• Social media savvy is a must
• Strong organizational abilities are crucial
• A professional demeanor and drive to succeed are expected
• Eagerness to learn and a willingness to ask questions are valued
• A resourceful attitude and keen attention to detail are important

Benefits

Selected interns will receive $250 reimbursement each month for personal cell phone, computer, and home internet usage. Additionally, if accepted, Brilliant will cover the cost of college credits for internships, though this is not mandatory.