Communications Intern

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:

2026-11-09 Title:

Communications Intern