Golin New York Creative (Design) Internship Program (June-September)

As a Golin New York Creative (Design) Intern, your responsibilities will include collaborating with diverse teams to craft and implement innovative PR solutions, managing relationships with media and influencers, creating engaging content, and conducting research to support PR activities. You will also prepare client documents and assist in reporting efforts to streamline operations, ensuring that all projects run smoothly.

To be eligible for the Golin New York Creative (Design) Internship, you should be a recent college graduate with a BA in fields like Advertising, Communications, or Public Relations. Candidates with 0-2 years of relevant experience and a strong passion for community empowerment and learning are particularly suited for this dynamic role.

Interns at Golin will participate in a robust skill-enhancement program that includes targeted training sessions on various aspects of public relations and creative design. You will work on real-world projects, gaining practical experience that aligns with your academic background while receiving personalized mentorship from industry leaders, ensuring you depart with valuable insights and skills.

The Golin New York Creative (Design) Internship offers ample networking opportunities through interactions with seasoned professionals in the industry. Interns will engage in organized networking activities and workshops, allowing you to connect with experts who can provide valuable insights into the PR field and potentially open doors for your future career.

Golin seeks candidates who are insightful and proactive, with a strong ability to turn creative ideas into reality. As a New York Creative (Design) Intern, being internet savvy and fluent in social media trends is essential. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about public relations, passionate about community empowerment, and committed to lifelong learning.

When answering this question, highlight your passion for public relations and how Golin's innovative approach excites you. Discuss your enthusiasm for learning from industry leaders and how the role aligns with your career goals in media and communication.

In your response, provide a specific example of a successful team project where you contributed significantly. Emphasize your role, the challenges faced, and how collaboration led to a positive outcome, showcasing your teamwork skills.

Identify a strength relevant to the internship, such as creativity, problem-solving, or communication skills. Explain how this strength will aid your contributions at Golin and help achieve the agency's objectives.

Discuss your methods of staying updated on PR trends, like following industry leaders on social media, reading relevant publications, or participating in webinars. This shows your commitment to professional growth and awareness of the dynamic PR landscape.

Share a specific instance where you took initiative, detailing the situation, your actions, and the outcome. Focus on your proactive approach and its impact, which will resonate with Golin’s values.

Elucidate the significant role social media plays as a tool for communication, engagement, and real-time updates. Discuss its importance in shaping public perception and its ability to reach audiences effectively in the digital age.

Explain how community empowerment fosters trust and builds relationships. Discuss how effective PR not only conveys messages but also enhances community engagement and social responsibility, aligning with Golin's mission.

Articulate specific skills you wish to develop, such as content creation, media relations, or research analysis. Emphasize your eagerness to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations and learn from professionals at Golin.

Refer to your past experiences in creating digital content, whether through internships, projects, or personal initiatives. Talk about the platforms used, types of content created, and how you engaged with the audience.

Highlight what you have learned about Golin’s unique approach to PR, such as its focus on bold ideas and multi-market solutions. Discuss how its commitment to innovation resonates with you and your career aspirations.