Summer 2026 Communications Internship

ABOUT BERLINROSEN

BerlinRosen is part of Orchestra a strategic communications and marketing company built for todays complex and fragmented world. From decoding audiences to designing bold strategies Orchestra integrates people platforms and stories that stick to help clients build lasting influence. The company offers programs that span from the highest level strategic business counsel through to tactical execution. Orchestra brings together 700 people with experience across consumer and lifestyle technology nonprofit and philanthropy real estate sports travel hospitality and more. Made up of leading firms BerlinRosen Civitas Public Affairs Group Derris Glen Echo Group Inkhouse M18 Message Lab Onward and Small Girls PR. Orchestra also launched Brightmode a talent acquisition firm for communications professionals and Versus Media Group a strategy-first political media team. Learn more at.

People of all backgrounds and abilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Orchestra is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow.

ABOUT THE COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP

Orchestra is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our Summer 2026 Communications Internship Program. This hands-on opportunity provides meaningful experience across strategic communications public affairs media engagement and brand storytelling.

Interns are embedded on a specific team and contribute to active client work across industries including technology real estate consumer sports arts and culture philanthropy and public affairs. You will support both long-term initiatives and day-to-day projects developing skills in writing research media relations and client service within a fast-paced agency environment.

Interns participate in internal meetings client calls and events gaining exposure to how integrated communications strategies are developed and executed.

• Duration: May 26 2026 - August 21 2026
• Location: Hybrid internship based in our New York N.Y. or Washington D.C. offices (minimum 3 days/week in-office)

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

As an intern you will

• Support client accounts through research media list development and meeting preparation
• Draft and edit press materials pitches memos social content and reports
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends
• Track deliverables and organize internal and client-facing materials
• Participate in team meetings and client calls
• Collaborate across teams on cross-functional projects

Qualifications:

• Rising junior or senior postgraduate student or early-career professional with relevant interest or experience
• Strong writing research and analytical skills
• Demonstrated interest in communications media policy business or culture
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple deadlines
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Digital fluency and eagerness to learn new platforms

COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIPS TRACKS

Interns are placed within one primary team with opportunities to collaborate across the firm.

Industry Teams

• Real Estate & Hospitality: Integrated campaigns across commercial real estate affordable housing travel tourism and food & beverage.
  
  
• Arts & Culture: Strategic communications for institutions shaping cities through arts architecture urban design and education.
  
  
• Sports Business: Advisory and communications support for teams leagues brands and investors at the intersection of sports media and culture.
  
  
• Consumer: Strategic narrative development for lifestyle fashion beauty and wellness brands.
  
  
• Technology: Representation of startups investors and global technology leaders across climate tech fintech consumer tech and urban innovation.
  
  
• Gaming: Communications strategy for B2B and B2C brands in gaming interactive media and emerging technologies.
  
  
• Philanthropy & Impact: Strategic communications for philanthropies advocacy organizations and nonprofits driving awareness and action.
  
  
• Public Affairs & Policy: Strategic counsel in complex political and regulatory environments including policy communications and investigative research.
  
  
• Legal Affairs & Crisis Communications: Support for clients managing litigation reputational challenges and major legal milestones.

Cross-Industry Capability Teams

• Influencer & Creator Strategy: Building and managing creator partnerships to drive authentic engagement and cultural relevance.
  
  
• Channel Strategy & Content: Develops and executes content across owned and digital channels including websites newsletters executive platforms and social media.
  
  
• Creative & Design: Conceptualizing and producing visual and multimedia assets that bring strategy to life across formats and platforms.

For internship opportunities in business operations and strategy please apply to our Corporate internship program.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered please submit the following materials as PDFs:

• Resume (1-2 pages): Highlight relevant professional academic volunteer or extracurricular experience.
  
  
• Cover letter (500 words or less): Tell us why you are interested in Orchestras Communications Internship Program how your skills and experiences prepare you to contribute and which team(s) you are most interested in joining.

Application deadline: Applications must be submitted by March 15 2026 to be considered.

Due to application volume we are unable to respond to all submissions. We will reach out directly to candidates selected for interviews. We kindly ask that you do not call email or contact us to confirm receipt of your application or inquire about your status.

Were part of Orchestra the first communications company built for todays media landscape. Since 2022 its acquired nine firms including:BerlinRosenCivitas Public Affairs GroupDerrisGlen Echo GroupInkhouseM18Message LabOnwardandSmall Girls PR. It also launchedBrightmode a talent acquisition firm for your communication professionals. Learn more at:.

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