Management Trainee

Launch your career in public relations with Edelman! Our Management Trainee Program is designed to equip aspiring professionals with the core skills, mindset, and exposure needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Over a 6-month structured program, you’ll gain exposure to real client challenges, learn from industry leaders, and develop skills in critical thinking, AI-enabled workflows, and integrated communications - all while building a career path toward becoming an Executive role.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Keep the work moving: Provide day‑to‑day account support and assist to keep multiple projects on track.
• Write with clarity and purpose: Draft and edit press releases, briefing books, coverage reports, pitch notes, fact sheets, and client correspondence - raising the bar on accuracy, tone, and brand voice.
• Turn signals into insight: Monitor media and social conversations, learn about analyzing sentiment, and surface opportunities for story development.
• Build content that lands: Co‑create press materials, Q&As, and toolkits; tailor messages to channels and audiences to drive relevance and reach.
• Bring events to life: Assist with planning and executing events - coordinate vendors and venues, build the run‑of‑show, host on‑site media tours, and deliver post‑event readouts (attendance, coverage, next steps). Use AI checklists and templates to de‑risk last‑minute issues.
• Engage the media: Support targeted outreach, refine media lists, and help secure earned coverage across local, national, and/or trade outlets.
• Use AI to move faster: Apply AI for research, drafting, summarizing, and QA; capture best prompts and share best practices.
• Collaborate across the house: Work with Integrated Solutions team to deliver integrated client solutions that connect to business outcomes.
• Invest in your growth: Seek feedback, complete targeted trainings, and practice structured problem‑solving and clear communication.

What You Will Learn:

• You won’t just observe - you’ll shape real work from day one. Over six months, you’ll build the skills and confidence to thrive in a fast‑moving communications environment:
• Deliver with impact: Learn how to turn ideas into tangible results. You’ll grasp the fundamentals of crafting deliverables that meet client needs - on time, on point, and with precision.
• Think like a strategist: Go beyond the brief. Develop the ability to connect dots across industries, anticipate client needs, and frame recommendations that make a difference.
• Harness the power of AI: Explore how AI can accelerate creativity and insight. From drafting first versions to summarizing complex information, you’ll learn to make technology your competitive edge.
• Collaborate across disciplines: Collaborate with experts in creative, digital, and analytics. You’ll see how integrated thinking turns good ideas into great campaigns.
• Grow as a professional: Build habits that last - structured problem‑solving, clear communication, and a mindset of continuous learning. This is your foundation for a career in PR and beyond.

What Is Required Of You:

• Current recent graduate in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or related fields.
• Strong written and spoken English; additional language skills are a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with design or social media analytics tools is an advantage.
• A collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for learning in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidates who have not yet completed a graduate degree but can demonstrate strong skills and commitment will also be considered.