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PR Account Assistant Intern

Johannesburg, South AfricaInternship2026-11-03 → 2026-11-11

Core

Support PR Account Directors with media list management, media relations, pitching, writing, and administrative tasks for client accounts.

Role type

PR Account Assistant Intern

Builds

Client media lists, media pitches, newsdesk reports, and client coverage tracking.

Domain

Marketing and Communications (Public Relations)

Required skills

Media list management, media relations, pitching, writing, research, Microsoft Office proficiency, time management, prioritization, attention to detail, client relations

Preferred skills

Knowledge of South African media landscape, proactive learning, upskilling via internal training portals

Technologies

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Chase (timesheet system)

Responsibilities

Update and maintain client media lists; build and maintain media contacts; draft media pitches and basic communications; participate in newsdesk meetings; track daily media coverage; manage client birthdays and acknowledgments; record accurate timesheets.

Seniority

Intern