About this role
Job Description:
POLITICO is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Communications Intern to support our dynamic global communications team. This learning opportunity offers hands-on experience across media relations, social media strategy, live events and internal communications.
What You’ll Do
- Support social media engagement by curating and publishing content, including clipping and sharing television appearances
- Assist with coverage of POLITICO Live events by capturing photos and videos for social media and internal use
- Lead promotion of all products and stories across the Energy teams, and build relationships with key editors and producers
- Work closely with our California team and execute communication plans for Decoded by POLITICO.
- Lead the approval process for our external speaking requests across the United States
- Build and maintain targeted press lists for key editorial and multimedia products, including The Conversation with Dasha Burns, On the Road with Jonathan Martin, The Energy Podcast and more
- Collaborate with POLITICO’s EU team on transatlantic communications initiatives
- Monitor and support the booking inbox, ensuring reporters are prepared for media appearances with connection details and relevant topics
- Provide administrative and organizational support to the communications team as needed
What You’ll Need:
- Strong interest in media, journalism, and communications
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative spirit with a willingness to take initiative
- A global mindset and ability to work with stakeholders across various teams and time zones. Posting date:
2026-11-09Title:
- Communications Intern