Job Description
About the Role
We are looking for a proactive and detail oriented Communications Intern to join our team. This role offers hands-on experience in media relations, content creation, event coordination, and research within the financial services industry. The ideal candidate is organized, eager to learn, and passionate about communications and media.
Key Responsibilities
- Media Monitoring & Reporting
- Track news coverage related to Capital.com, financial services, and competitors.
- Prepare daily and weekly media summaries and share key insights with the team.
- Content Support
- Draft press releases, media pitches, and social media posts.
- Proofread and format content to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Event Coordination
- Support logistics for media events, interviews, and webinars.
- Prepare briefing documents and speaker notes for Tarik and other stakeholders.
- Research & Analysis
- Conduct research on industry trends, journalists, and media outlets.
- Compile background information for interviews and speaking engagements.
- Administrative Tasks
- Maintain media contact lists and update databases.
- Organize files, track deliverables, and ensure timely follow-ups.
- Reporting & Documentation
- Prepare post-event reports and media coverage analysis.
- Document all activities for internal tracking and client reporting.
Qualifications
- Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English & Arabic.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with social media platforms.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Careers at APCO
Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.
About APCO
ABOUT US
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.
