MERGE · 18 hours ago
Public Relations Intern
Chicago, IL
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$20/hr - $20/hrMERGE is a company that combines storytelling with technology to help clients tackle business challenges. As a Public Relations Intern, you will engage with account staff on various projects, assist in executing PR programs, and develop media relations skills.
AppsCRMDigital MarketingE-CommerceHealth CareInformation TechnologySEOSocial MediaSocial Media ManagementTechnical Support
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist to execute strategic PR/Strategic Comms programs that produce superior results for clients
Build and enhance media relations skills to engage online and offline with journalists and influencers in support of garnering media coverage and building awareness for clients
Support monitoring, measurement and social listening to understand and quantify how clients are appearing in earned media and online
Tackle a variety of other important tasks that are vital to the success of our client's programs
Qualification
Required
Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Communications, Public Relations, or related field
Must be a rising junior, rising senior, or recent graduate from an accredited college/university
Excellent verbal and written communication, and critical thinking skills
Proactive, self-motivated, and eager to take ownership of tasks
Basic proficiency in Google Workspace
Able to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
You must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this role
Preferred
Bonus if there is a basic proficiency in MuckRack, Brand Watch and Qwoted platforms
First Generation college students strongly encouraged to apply
Company
MERGE
Merge promotes health, wealth and happiness in the world by merging storytelling with technology.
Founded in 2018
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Keystone Capital
2018-12-17Series C
Leadership Team
Julie Raque
VP, Client Services Leader
B
Becky Minervino
Chief Strategy Officer
Recent News
Business Wire
2025-11-13
2025-09-17
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