Public Relations Associate Program

Job description

San Francisco, CA; Waltham, MA; New York, NY; Seattle, WA.

Calling All Recent/Soon-to-be College Grads!!!

Inkhouse is a strategic communications agency that drives relevance and impact for innovative companies across several industries including artificial intelligence, climate tech & energy, cloud infrastructure & apps, consumer, cybersecurity, education, finance, healthcare & wellness, and venture capital.

We built our reputation one client at a time, and it’s made us a sought-after agency for pre- and post-IPO technology innovators and Fortune 500 companies.

Founded in 2007, Inkhouse has grown organically to an agency of 130+ people in seven major cities with remote employees across 16 states and recently became a partner agency within Orchestra, the first company built for the future of communications.

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We’re looking for people with innovative ideas about where media relations, social media, content and creative services are going next.

Our business changes quickly, so Inkhouse must too.

We’ve created a workplace in which everyone has permission to risk failure in service of big ideas.

That’s the only way they get discovered.

Our 11 company values serve as the foundation for how we work and how our people grow.

Overview

Job Summary: The Associate at Inkhouse is an entry-level position for college graduates who want to explore a career in communications.

Our 6-month program gives you the opportunity to learn the ropes of public relations in our people-first environment where you will make an impact on both your clients and co-workers.

This role will position you for a career in PR, social media and digital communications, allow you to be a full team member and gain insight into the day-to-day responsibilities of our Assistant Account Executives.

You will support traditional PR programs, content programs and digital programs, so you can gain a holistic understanding of integrated communications.

Responsibilities

• Mastering PR tools such as Cision, Muck Rack, PRNewswire and Trendkite
• Client and industry research
• Media and social media influencer list creation
• Coverage monitoring and reporting
• First draft of communications, briefing documents, press materials and social media content
• Research speaking opportunities and building speaking and awards lists
• Flexibility to help out where needed
• Contribute ideas to PR plans, new business pitches, brainstorms, etc.
  
  

Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. public relations, marketing, communications or related field
• Eager to learn PR, social media, digital marketing, design, communications
• Open to working in a number of industry segments including technology, healthcare, security and venture capital
• Organized and detail oriented
• Team player
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Why Inkhouse?

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and innovative clients
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Role details

Target Start Date: January 2026

Role hours: Associates must be able to work 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, on a 9 a.m.-to-5 p.m. Eastern Time or Pacific Time schedule depending on the office location.

This role is based in Waltham, MA or New York, NY on a hybrid basis, in-office 3 days per week.

Compensation

The sign at the front desk at our headquarters reads, “Work Hard & Be Nice to People.” At Inkhouse, culture is our business model.

We believe that great work is contingent on two things: the ability to come as you are, and the freedom to disconnect.

Creativity requires perspective, and hard work needs to be balanced with mental space.

Check out our benefits, both the things you need and the things you want, here.

Inkhouse is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is reflective of the communities in which we work and the clients that we serve.

BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and non-traditional candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Inkhouse is also committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR at

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EEO & Accessibility

Inkhouse is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is reflective of the communities in which we work and the clients that we serve.

We seek to bring together people of varying backgrounds, skills, and experience, recognizing that this leads to a diversity of thought that fuels creativity and enables people to do their best work.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Required Skill Profession

Business Operations Specialists