Public Relations Graduate Associate; Hybrid - Paid Internship

Public Relations Graduate Associate (Hybrid - Paid Internship)

Typical time in this role is 6 months. Prior relevant experience may be considered.

B2B Tech Public Relations | Method Communications

This is a paid, hands‑on, 40+ hours a week entry-­level position lasting six months for people interested in pursuing a career in technology-focused public relations.

As a graduate associate (GA), you’ll work collaboratively across teams to develop ideas, strategies and work that aligns with clients and campaign objectives. GAs support the strategy and execution of media relations through the creation of briefing docs, media lists and news scans. In this role, you will provide exceptional and consistent work for both the agency and the clients we work with.

GAs shadow all members of our PR teams, attend internal and client meetings, compile media databases and assist with creative strategy. You’ll learn how to turn creative ideas into practical solutions, and you’ll also refine your ability to think on your feet and stay organized in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Account Support

• Prepare client agendas and action items, scan news for relevant press stories and assemble client competitor research
• Coordinating press tour pitching, scheduling and logistics
• Maintain internal documents such as coverage trackers and awards grids
• Provide support to team members in the development, monitoring and ongoing upkeep of relevant client speaking and award opportunities
• Research, build, manage and audit master media lists and briefing docs
• Create coverage reports and compile media clippings
• Compile daily/ weekly news briefs for clients and internal team
• Monitor client news and identify/flag relevant competitor coverage
• Provide media insights and fresh ideas to internal teams
• Source and pitch rapid response opportunities to the internal team

Marketing Support

• Discover what tools are available, what Method has to offer
• Strengthen your knowledge of the intersection between marketing and PR
• Learn how to use social media and analytics effectively for clients
• Help with day‑to‑day office management: greet guests and answer calls
• Assist with conference room and meeting scheduling

• Typically an undergraduate degree or relevant combination of education and experience in public relations, communications, marketing and/or related fields
• Interest in pursuing a career in enterprise technology-focused public relations
• Familiarity with Google Drive and Google’s suite of tools (e.g., Slides, Docs, Sheets)
• Basic Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook skills
• Excellent time management, project management and organizational skills
• Intermediate written, visual and verbal communication skills

$20/hr

This is a hybrid role and will go into the office 3x a week at our Salt Lake City office.

• Flexible, hybrid work
• Cell phone and internet cost reimbursement
• Paid internship
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
• Paid Wellness time off
• Commuter Reimbursement if within 50 miles of an office

Relationships are paramount to life at Method, and we invest heavily in building and maintaining relationships with clients, journalists and each other. We work hard to deliver incredible results for our clients. We encourage new ideas, and we always celebrate wins together – both for clients and our teams.

Method is made up of an award‑winning team. Not only does the agency win awards, our people are consistently recognized for their excellence. We believe that begins with the recognition they get internally. Our leadership invests significant resources into employee mental health, wellbeing, education and development — and we praise outstanding performance regularly.

Curious about what it’s like in real life? Here’s what some of our former graduate associates, now full‑time employees, have said about their experience at Method:

“Method provides the best opportunity to grow and learn that I have ever been a part of. I had done internships before where I felt like I was on my own trying to figure things out and never really learned anything.…