Public Relations Intern

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) seeks a part-time Public Relations Intern to work closely with the Manager of Public Relations and Communications. The internship will run from September 2025 – April 2026. The intern must be available 24 hours a week in addition to being available to work 40 hours a week during the 2026 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, February 27 – March 8.  

Day-to-day schedules are flexible through the duration of the internship to accommodate for school schedules. This position will receive a total stipend of $3,000, if a single candidate is selected, payable in 3 payments, on the condition that the student must receive college credit for the internship. 

It is desired for this internship to be completed by one candidate; however, the internship may be split into two sessions for two different candidates. The first session will run September – December 2025, and the second will run January – April 2026. If two candidates are selected, the stipend would be applied as one payment of $1500 for each semester, on the condition that the students must be receiving college credit for the internship. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

Supports the implementation of public relations and communications strategies by: 

• Drafting and developing press materials such as press releases, media alerts, pitches, and other related documents, including communications materials for the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show.
• Supporting coordination and staffing of press events such as press conferences or on-site media calls for various PHS programs.
• Tracking media coverage and archiving press clips.
• Utilizing PR software to research media contacts, archive press clippings, distribute press materials, and create campaign reports.
• Assisting in booking PHS spokespeople for relevant media opportunities.
• Uploading and formatting communications materials to the website.
• Support social media influencer campaign strategies for PHS events and programs.
• Communicating consistently with media personnel to maintain positive relationship for PHS and organization-wide events.
• Other administrative and organizational tasks as needed.

Experience and Skills Required  

• Ideal candidate will possess a passion for communications, public relations, and marketing
• Ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and strong desire to learn
• Ideal candidate should possess strong writing skills and a general understanding of how to draft mass media materials
• Strong research skills and ability to research effectively and independently
• Proven track record of success in any aspect of communications and marketing
• Ability to prioritize effectively and work independently
• Ability to propose and implement fresh ideas that support strategy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of social media platforms a plus
• Knowledge of public relations software such as Meltwater, Cision, Critical Mention, or Muck Rack a plus
• Prior event planning or communications experience a plus
• Customer service background or experience a plus

EEO NOTICE: 

At PHS, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.