Public Relations Intern

PR & Media Partnerships Intern Proof of Talk Abu DhabiJob DescriptionYou may never want to have a “normal” internship again.Proof of Talk is building something different — a global platform bringing together the people shaping finance, technology, AI, digital assets, and the future of business.Our philosophy is simple:Small rooms. Big decisions.After establishing Proof of Talk in Paris, we're expanding internationally with Proof of Talk Abu Dhabi at Louvre Abu Dhabi.We're looking for a highly driven PR & Media Partnerships Intern to help us build the media presence, partnerships, and global visibility around the event.This is not an internship where you spend your day updating press lists.You'll work directly with the team on relationships with journalists, media companies, publications, influencers, ecosystem partners, and communications teams around some of the world's most important companies.Your RoleAs our PR & Media Partnerships Intern, you'll help shape how Proof of Talk Abu Dhabi is positioned and covered globally.You'll work across:PRMedia relationsMedia partnershipsJournalist outreachSpeaker PRPartner communicationsInfluencer and creator relationsEvent communicationsContent distributionStrategic partnershipsYou'll help make sure the right people are talking about Proof of Talk before, during, and after the event.What You'll Work On📰 Media RelationsYou'll help identify, research, and build relationships with:JournalistsEditorsReportersProducersPodcast hostsNewslettersIndustry publicationsBusiness mediaTechnology mediaAI publicationsFinancial mediaDigital asset and Web3 mediaRegional Middle East mediaYou'll support outreach around:Major speaker announcementsPartnershipsEvent newsIndustry reportsExclusive interviewsFounder storiesThought leadershipBreaking announcementsOn-site media opportunities🤝 Media PartnershipsA major part of the role will be helping develop media partnerships around Proof of Talk Abu Dhabi.This could include working with:Global media organizationsBusiness publicationsAI and technology mediaFinancial publicationsPodcastsNewslettersIndustry communitiesContent creatorsRegional publicationsConference and ecosystem partnersYou'll help take partnerships from:Research → Outreach → Conversation → Agreement → ActivationWe don't want logo swaps that nobody notices.We want partnerships that actually create:DistributionCredibilityAudience growthInterviewsContentExecutive visibilityMedia attendanceEvent coverage🎤 Speaker & Executive PRProof of Talk brings together founders, CEOs, investors, institutional leaders, policymakers, and technology executives.You'll help turn that access into compelling media opportunities.That may include:Identifying interview opportunities for speakersMatching speakers with relevant journalistsCoordinating media interviewsCreating briefing documentsSupporting speaker announcement campaignsResearching relevant media anglesCoordinating with company communications teamsHelping organize on-site interviews and media meetingsYou'll learn how PR works when the people involved are genuinely newsworthy.🇦🇪 Proof of Talk Abu DhabiProof of Talk Abu Dhabi brings the Proof of Talk format to one of the world's most important emerging centers for capital, technology, and innovation.The event will bring together senior decision-makers across two major areas shaping the next decade:Digital Assets & FinanceandArtificial Intelligence & TechnologyThat creates an unusually broad PR opportunity.You'll be helping us build relationships across both traditional global financial media and the rapidly growing AI and technology media ecosystem.What We're Looking ForRequiredCurrently studying or recently graduated in PR, communications, journalism, marketing, media, business, or a related fieldExcellent written EnglishStrong communication skillsComfortable reaching out to people you don't knowStrong research abilityHighly organizedStrong attention to detailAble to communicate professionally with senior peopleComfortable working independentlyAble to manage several conversations and projects simultaneouslyCurious about media, technology, AI, finance, or global businessNice to HavePrevious PR or communications internshipJournalism experienceMedia-relations experienceExperience working with eventsExisting relationships with journalists or media organizationsExperience with influencer or creator outreachUnderstanding of AI, technology, finance, FinTech, Web3, or digital assetsKnowledge of the UAE or Middle East media landscapeExperience using PR databases or media-monitoring toolsSocial media and content experienceAn existing media network is valuable.But we're equally interested in someone resourceful enough to build one quickly.You're Probably a Fit IfYou read the news because you're genuinely interested in what is happeningYou know the difference between a story and a press releaseYou're comfortable sending the first messageYou enjoy finding the right person inside an organizationYou can write a concise email that actually gets readYou understand that journalists need a reason to careYou're persistent without becoming annoyingYou enjoy building relationshipsYou're comfortable communicating with executivesYou notice detailsYou move quicklyYou're curiousYou're resourcefulYou don't need somebody telling you every next stepYou're Probably Not a Fit IfYou're uncomfortable with outreachYou want an internship focused mainly on theoryYou need detailed instructions for every taskYou think PR means sending the same press release to 500 journalistsYou don't follow business, technology, or current affairsYou dislike fast-moving environmentsYou aren't comfortable taking ownershipWhat Makes This Different🌍 Work on an International EventYou'll work on communications around Proof of Talk Abu Dhabi while being part of a brand with an established international event presence.You'll interact with companies, speakers, journalists, and partners from around the world.📰 Real Media RelationshipsThis isn't a simulation.You'll help build relationships with real journalists, publications, communications teams, and media organizations.Your outreach can turn directly into:InterviewsArticlesPartnershipsPodcastsMedia coverageExecutive conversations🎤 Access to Exceptional PeopleYou'll work around senior leaders across:Artificial IntelligenceTechnologyFinanceInvestmentDigital AssetsEntrepreneurshipGovernmentGlobal BusinessFor someone interested in PR, journalism, media, or communications, it is an unusual opportunity to build a serious professional network early in your career.💪 Real OwnershipDirect collaboration with the Proof of Talk teamFast feedbackYour ideas matterAbility to propose media targets and PR anglesResponsibility from the beginningMinimal bureaucracyIf you identify a journalist, media partner, or story we should pursue, we expect you to go after it.📈 Learn How Global PR Actually WorksYou'll gain hands-on experience with:Media strategyJournalist relationsMedia partnershipsExecutive communicationsEvent PRSpeaker PRInternational communicationsStory developmentMedia pitchingPartnership negotiationReputation and positioningYou'll learn how to create attention without relying on paid advertising.StructureInternshipRemote-friendlyCET-friendly working hours preferredInternational teamCompetitive internship compensationOpportunity to attend Proof of Talk eventsPotential for longer-term opportunities for exceptional performersIndustryEvents · PR & Communications · Artificial Intelligence · Technology · Finance · Digital AssetsEmployment TypeInternshipJob FunctionPublic Relations · Communications · Media Partnerships