Jobs United States Virgin Islands

Communications & PR Associate (Intern/Trainee)

Job Title	Communications & PR Associate (Intern/Trainee)
Employer	Plaid
Adress: Country	United States Virgin Islands
Address: City	St John Island
Work type	Flexible
Expected Salary	1137 USD
Posting Date	Tue Jun 10 2025
End Date	Mon Jul 07 2025

Description:

We’re hiring a Public Relations Specialist Trainee who’s ready to dive into the world of storytelling, reputation management, and brand communication — no experience required, just strong writing skills and a curious, collaborative attitude. You’ll assist in drafting press releases, preparing media kits, and researching relevant journalists or influencers. We’ll teach you how to identify the right journalists, craft story angles, and follow up professionally to land coverage. You’ll assist with media lists, daily monitoring, and tracking brand mentions across press and social platforms. Expect to work closely with the marketing and social teams to align messaging across platforms. You’ll learn how to write for voice, not just grammar — mastering how tone changes depending on the outlet or platform. We’ll guide you in understanding media cycles, deadlines, and what makes a story newsworthy. You’ll help prepare event briefs, coordinate interviews, and write post-coverage recaps that keep stakeholders informed. You’ll be included in team discussions about positioning, timing, and media angles that spark coverage.

Basic Qualifications:

• Track ROI of earned media and share insights with leadership in digestible reports.
• Turn complex company updates into human, headline-worthy stories.
• Craft press releases, media pitches, and official statements that reflect the brand’s tone and values.
• Ensure all public messaging is clear, respectful, and in alignment with brand reputation.
• Respond to media inquiries with accuracy, professionalism, and quick turnaround times.

Preferred:

• Willing to assist with community engagement, partnership coordination, or thought leadership content.
• Knows how to respond quickly to crises or negative press with clarity and professionalism.
• Familiar with building and maintaining media contact lists and outreach strategies.
• Open to managing influencer outreach or brand ambassador relations when relevant.
• Willing to help shape talking points, FAQs, and key messaging for leadership or spokespeople.

Benefits:

• Access to PR tools — Meltwater, Cision, Muck Rack, Brandwatch — we’ve got the software covered.
• Media monitoring doesn’t mean 24/7 stress — we rotate and respect time off.
• We pay for press events, industry conferences, and trend reports — stay sharp, stay relevant.
• You’ll work with designers, marketers, and execs who *get* communication strategy.
• You help build reputation, not just manage headlines.

We’ll show you how to manage reputational risk and help shape clear, consistent communication in fast-moving situations. You’ll get familiar with PR software tools, media lists, and campaign tracking systems. You’ll practice adapting your communication style depending on whether you’re writing for press, internal use, or social channels. This is ideal for someone who enjoys being both creative and strategic, and knows that words can shape reputation. We’ll support your growth with writing reviews, mentorship, and tasks that gradually build your independence. You’ll have the chance to contribute to real initiatives and build a portfolio that shows both creativity and control. By the end of the traineeship, you’ll be confident handling outreach, messaging, and media-facing materials with purpose. If you’re ready to learn how trust is built, protected, and communicated — this is your first step into public relations.