Hybrid Internship (m/f/d) – Public Affairs bei APCO Worldwide Holdings Inc.

Please note: only university enrolled students, who have a valid enrolment certificate are eligible for this internship. 

Your responsibilities: 

• Support our national and international client projects in corporate communications, press and media relations, and political communications
• Administer documents, reports, and briefings
• Assisting with publication of press releases, reports, and other client materials
• Research on comprehensive industry and clients in German and English
• Gather and evaluate media coverage and conduct monitoring
• Analysing German and European political contexts 
• Support with new client acquisition, pitches, and outreach activities

Your Profile: 

• A student currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program (with a valid enrolment certificate)
• Previous experience from internships in agencies, politics, journalism, companies, or foundations are advantageous (but not required)
• Interest in the German media landscape, political contexts, and processes
• High level of initiative and excellent self-organization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Fluent in written and spoken German and English (the company languages are English and German)
• We believe that an in-person internship at one of our two locations offers a greater learning curve, but we also offer internships in a hybrid format if needed

Your Benefits: 

• The opportunity to be involved in client projects and teams from day one
• A friendly and collaborative work environment, an open work culture, and the chance to work with international colleagues
• An opportunity to develop yourself further, participate in internal and external training courses, and free access to all global online training courses available on our L&D platform
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid internships, contribution for public transport tickets, and, if needed, access to our Employee Assistance Program

Selection Process

Step 1: Screen Call with HR (approx. 10 minutes) 

Step 2: Case Study (approx. 60 minutes)

Step 3: STAR Interview (approx. 60 minutes)

About APCO 

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact.  

Founded in 1984, with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants and creators, working together across borders and functions, to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political and societal issues. 

APCO is a trusted partner to bold purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation and global solutions services.  

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact. 

By bringing diverse people and ideas together, and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.