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Communications Fellow

Offered By
Seeker Strategies
Job Location
Austin
Salary
Paid
If "Paid", provide rate
$20/hour
Job Description

Get your writing in front of reporters this fall. Seeker Strategies is a progressive communications and advocacy firm that guides clients through an ever-changing cultural, political, and regulatory landscape. We are seeking a fellow for the fall semester to support our work. This fellowship will focus primarily on communications and media relations, which may include drafting and sending press releases, media advisories, op-eds, letters to the editor, and newsletters; pitching reporters and news desks by phone and email; maintaining press lists; researching issues, opposition, and reporters' beats; writing talking points for candidates, coalition partners, and clients; and other communications tasks.

Requirements:

Must be willing to work 15-20 hours per week

Must be able to work in person at least two days per week

Must be able to attend weekly all-staff meetings on Mondays at 10:00 am 

Who we're looking for:

You write clearly and fast. You follow the news and politics closely. You're willing to cold-call a newsroom. You catch typos, including your own.

You do not need prior campaign, agency, or Capitol experience. Students of any major and any year are encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions

Please email kira@seekerstrategies.com with your resume and two writing samples. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Degree Status
Current Student
Contact Information
kira@seekerstrategies.com
Type of Internship
Advocacy - State
Posted By
Kira Schwarz
Post Date
Monday, August 24, 2026
Expiration Date
Friday, September 11, 2026