Public Relations & Communications Assistant - Entry Level Job at GIG Alexandria, Springfield, VA

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  • GIG Alexandria
  • Springfield, VA

Job Description

Are you creative, outgoing, and ready to launch a career in public relations, communications, or community outreach ? Our growing outreach and event marketing team partners with nonprofit organizations, community initiatives, and public engagement programs , and we’re hiring Entry-Level PR & Communications Assistants to grow in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

No prior PR or marketing experience required. We provide paid training, hands-on coaching, and clear opportunities for career advancement .

Position Overview

As an Entry-Level Public Relations & Communications Assistant , you’ll support PR, outreach, and campaign teams by engaging with the community, assisting with event-based communications , and contributing to creative messaging projects . This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with people and want to develop professional communication and public relations skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with event coordination, campaign planning, and communication initiatives

  • Represent nonprofit clients at community events, fundraisers, and outreach activities

  • Help prepare press materials, outreach packets, and campaign content

  • Engage with event attendees, donors, volunteers, and local community partners

  • Collect engagement metrics and event feedback for reporting and analysis

  • Contribute creative ideas to enhance campaign messaging and community impact

What You’ll Gain

  • Paid training in public relations, communications, nonprofit outreach, and event strategy

  • Hands-on experience supporting nonprofit campaigns and local initiatives

  • Clear growth paths into PR support, event coordination, and leadership roles

  • Supportive, collaborative, and growth-focused team environment

  • Practical experience building communication, public engagement, and outreach skills

Who Succeeds in This Role

You’ll thrive in this role if you are:

  • Outgoing, personable, and eager to learn

  • Strong in communication, relationship-building, and public interaction

  • Organized, reliable, and detail-oriented

  • Interested in PR, communications, events, or nonprofit marketing

  • Experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, or volunteer roles is a plus

  • Must be 18 years or older and legally authorized to work in the U.S.

🚀 Apply Today

Launch your career in public relations and communications while making a meaningful impact. Gain real-world PR experience, support important nonprofit causes, and grow with a team committed to your professional development and success. Apply now!

Job Tags

Full time, Local area,

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