Graduate Associate, Public Relations

About the Role

A paid, hands-on, entry-level position lasting six months for individuals interested in pursuing a career in technology-focused public relations. This role is 40+ hours a week and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring 3 days a week in either the San Francisco or Salt Lake City office.

Key Responsibilities

Account Support

• Prepare client agendas and action items.
• Scan news for relevant press stories and assemble client competitor research.
• Coordinate press tour pitching, scheduling, and logistics.
• Maintain internal documents such as coverage trackers and awards grids.
• Provide support in the development, monitoring, and upkeep of client speaking and award opportunities.
• Research, build, manage, and audit master media lists and briefing documents.
• Create coverage reports and compile media clippings.
• Compile daily/weekly news briefs for clients and internal teams.
• Monitor client news and identify/flag relevant competitor coverage.
• Provide media insights and fresh ideas to internal teams.
• Source and pitch rapid response opportunities to the internal team.

Marketing Support

• Discover available tools and Method's offerings.
• Strengthen knowledge of the intersection between marketing and PR.
• Learn to use social media and analytics effectively for clients.

Miscellaneous

• Assist with day-to-day office management, including greeting guests and answering calls.
• Assist with conference room and meeting scheduling.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Familiarity with Google Drive and Google’s suite of tools (e.g., Slides, Docs, Sheets).
• Basic Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook skills.

Qualifications

• Typically an undergraduate degree or a relevant combination of education and experience in public relations, communications, marketing, and/or related fields.
• Interest in pursuing a career in enterprise technology-focused public relations.
• Excellent time management, project management, and organizational skills.
• Intermediate written, visual, and verbal communication skills.

Internship Details

• Start Date: January 11, 2026
• Hourly Rate: $20/hour
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in office per week)
• Duration: Approximately 6 months

About Method Communications

Method Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency founded in 2010, serving challenger brands and innovative companies. The agency's core values are relationships, resourcefulness, and results. They foster a collaborative environment that prioritizes client success and employee well-being. Method Communications has been recognized as a Quartz Best Companies For Remote Workers, PRWeek Best Places to work, and PRovoke Small Agency to Work For.

Additional Information

• Flexible, hybrid work.
• Cell phone and internet cost reimbursement.
• Paid internship.
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities.
• Paid Wellness time off.
• Commuter Reimbursement if within 50 miles of an office.
• Applicants must provide proof of U.S. work eligibility if an offer is extended.
• To apply, please submit a resume.