Public Affairs Fellow

We are seeking a communications fellow who want to join a dynamic team and get hands-on experience in public affairs and corporate reputation. If youre a politico policy wonk news hound or itching for the chance to get into corporate comms youve found the right firm.

• Resourceful and able to work independently
• Exceptionally organized and can keep track of multiple priorities at once
• Intellectually curious and a diligent researcher
• A strong verbal communicator with even sharper writing skills
• Excited to work on a diverse variety of projects which draw on an array of skills
• Motivated and fulfilled by succeeding as a team

• Routinely assist with the firms core work areas: in-depth research public affairs campaign management media and public relations strategic consulting tactical messaging corporate positioning grassroots advocacy digital campaigning and issue advocacy.
• Daily responsibilities will include researching preparing reports assisting staff on client requests and helping on a variety of office responsibilities. Trainees will work directly with senior staff to meet client needs.

The Fellow Program typically runs for 6-12 months with the possibility to extend beyond the initial timeframe. Fellows may be eligible for promotion depending on the quality of their work and department availability.

Strong candidates will possess many of the following attributes:

• Exceptional writing and research skills
• An interest in/aptitude for digital advocacy techniques including online marketing and media production
• Experience with the basics of digital and social media marketing a big plus
• Excellent communication interpersonal and organizational skills
• Knowledge of local and national policies and current events
• Background in politics economics business or journalism strongly desired
• Experience on campaigns a plus
• Experience with digital media including video and graphic editing a big plus
• Proficiency with Mac OS and Microsoft Office programs

Candidates need not possess every attribute listed above to qualify for a role. If you identify with this profile but dont quite meet all of the criteria we strongly encourage you to apply to joining our winning team!

Avōq prides itself on the kind of innovation that is only achieved through inclusive collaboration and equal opportunity. Maintaining a diverse staff of first-class talent (including those from BIPOC LGBTQ communities and others from historically underrepresented groups) and conferring a sense of value and belonging on each team member is central to our mission as expert communicators and advocates.

The salary for this role is $39000

We offer a uniquely rich benefits package to support our teams quality of life outside of work that includes:

• 100% Company-paid Medical Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) contributions
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements
• 12 paid company holidays per year up to 39 days individual paid time off
• Winter break: Offices close the last week of the year

Avōq also provides necessary assistance or modifications to the application process for prospective candidates. If you need support please reach out to and include your full name and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process. Decisions to grant reasonable accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.