Want real-world PR and public affairs experience before you graduate?

La Torre is looking for part-time interns to join our team during the spring, summer and fall semesters. Interns work around 20 hours a week and get hands-on experience with client projects, media relations, social media, events, public affairs and more.

Our internship program is remote, so you can work and learn from campus or home anywhere in the Eastern or Central time zones. If you’re within driving distance of Harrisburg, you’ll also have opportunities to meet the team in person and attend client meetings and events.

If you’re ready to build your skills, grow your network and get experience that goes beyond the classroom, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Internship responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Drafting press releases.
• Writing op-eds and letters to the editor.
• Pitching stories to the press.
• Writing and managing social media.
• Staffing media events.
• Compiling media reports.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a college junior or senior with the following qualifications:

• Proven ability to quickly write high-quality press releases, letters to the editor and social media messaging.
• Familiar with media relations.
• Articulate and well-organized.
• Knowledge of AP Style;
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Able to handle multiple projects at same time.
• Self-directed problem solver.

Interns must be highly motivated. If you’re looking for an internship that will challenge you, apply now! Journalism, public relations, communications, political science and similar majors are encouraged to apply.

Time Requirements

We require 16-20 hours per week completed during standard business hours. If you cannot meet these time requirements due to other obligations or travel plans, please do not apply.

Application Deadlines

• 2027 Spring session: October 16, 2026
• 2027 Summer and Fall session (s): March 19, 2027

All deadlines are by close of business that day.

Application Process

Submit your application below, including a cover letter, resume and two writing samples. Appropriate writing samples include: news article, press release, letter to the editor, op-ed or social media planning document. Do not include a research papers. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.