Public Relations Post Graduate Program
J/PR is a global communications firm specializing in public relations, content creation, and social media. The Post Graduate Program offers recent graduates or career switchers an opportunity to gain full-time agency experience while supporting administrative duties and learning about the PR industry, particularly in the hospitality and travel sectors. Responsibilities Assist with reporting & gathering information to develop efficient round-up pitches Create & write press materials: fact sheets, media lists, press releases, newsletters, bios/backgrounders Clip, draft placement spotlights, pitches, and press releases for clients Hone writing skills, blurb writing, and elevate press releases Monitor and update all administrative tasks & duties/platforms Assist in brainstorming & planning sessions/story angles & partnerships Assist with data input for weekly reporting/client updates Navigate Muck Rack, updating quality media lists Research publications, editorial calendars & maintain targeted media lists Assist with drafting of weekly updates, working with Publicity Assistant Responsible for media tracking & client reporting (media clips, placement spotlights, digital alerts & calculating PR values) Establish & maintain effective, respectful & professional relationships with employees and clients Ability to perform other tasks or projects assigned by account leads or executive members Assist in research on upcoming trends, articles & social media relating to the PR industry & clients specific to travel, luxury hospitality & culinary Skills Bachelor's degree or comparable experience in public relations, communication, journalism, marketing, and/or business Prior PR internship experience required (agency internship experience strongly preferred) Proven ability to prioritize and multitask multiple projects while maintaining close attention to detail Foundational knowledge of media relations, news cycles, and Influencer engagement Excellent oral and written communication skills, including AP writing style Previous experience with traditional PR platforms is preferred (Muck Rack, Meltwater, Cision, HAROs, etc.) Benefits On-the-job training in a high-volume agency setting Consideration for hire into a permanent position at the end of the program Hybrid office schedule (2-3 days in office) Paid sick time Monthly cell phone stipend Company Overview Global Travel and Lifestyle Agency specializing in public relations, content creation, social media and brand collaborations. It was founded in 2005, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is