Public Affairs, Impact & Urbanism Fellowship (Spring 2027)

ABOUT GLEN ECHO GROUP

Glen Echo Group 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 THIS ROLE

Orchestra is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our Spring 2027 Fellowship Program. This is a hands-on opportunity for college graduates that provides meaningful experience across strategic communications public affairs media engagement brand storytelling and business operations.

Fellows are embedded within a specific practice area and contribute to active client work and business initiatives while gaining exposure to how integrated communications strategies are developed and executed.

Duration: January 13 2027 - July 2 2027
Location: Hybrid based in New York NY or Washington DC. Minimum 3 days per week in-office
Compensation: $24/hour

This program offers the potential for permanent full-time employment. While full-time opportunities may become available they are not guaranteed and are contingent upon individual performance and the companys hiring needs at the time.

COMMUNICATIONS TRACKS

Applicants should apply to and will be considered for one primary practice area based on their background interests and prior experience. Candidates should select the area that best aligns with their experience and career interests.

Important Eligibility Requirement

To be considered applicants must have already graduated (or be graduating before the start date) and have prior internship or relevant work experience in their selected practice area.

Integrated Marketing

Supports integrated communications campaigns that blend media relations social media content influencer engagement events and brand storytelling across multiple industries and client types.

Public Affairs Impact & Urbanism

Provides strategic communications public affairs and research support across government relations public policy real estate development housing economic development and community engagement. Partners with foundations nonprofit organizations advocacy groups and mission-driven brands to build awareness drive engagement and advance social impact initiatives.

Hospitality & Lifestyle

Supports clients across arts and culture travel tourism hospitality food and beverage architecture design and lifestyle brands.

Consumer & Sports

Strategic narrative development for lifestyle fashion beauty wellness brands and advisory and communications support for teams leagues brands and investors at the intersection of sports media and culture.

Technology

Works with startups technology companies investors and innovators to build visibility shape narratives and support business growth.

Corporate (Business Development Operations Marketing HR & Finance)

Supports the internal operations and growth of Orchestra including business development marketing human resources talent finance and other corporate functions.

This fellowship program is part of Orchestras Public Affairs Impact & Urbanism practice areas.

WHAT YOULL DO
As a Fellow you will:

• Conduct research and monitor industry market and media trends
• Draft content reports presentations and communications materials
• Support client and internal projects from planning through execution
• Participate in meetings brainstorming sessions client calls and events
• Collaborate across teams on integrated initiatives
• Gain exposure to strategic communications public affairs and agency operations in a fast-paced environment

QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates should possess:

• A bachelors degree (or will graduate before the start date)
• Prior internship or relevant work experience in their selected practice area
• Strong writing research analytical and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Digital fluency and eagerness to learn new platforms
• A strong interest in communications marketing public affairs business or related fields

HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered applicants must submit:

Resume (1-2 pages)

• Highlight relevant professional academic internship volunteer or extracurricular experience.

Application Form

• As part of the application candidates will be asked to select one practice area of interest and complete a brief essay (500 words or less) describing how their experiences have prepared them for success in that area and why they are interested in pursuing a career in the field.

Application Deadline

• Sunday November 1 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning before the deadline so we encourage candidates to apply early.

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.

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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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