Media & Public Relations Internship (Part-Time)

About NYRR

New York Road Runners (NYRR) was founded in 1958 when a small group of passionate runners vowed to bring running to the people and has grown from a local running club into the world’s premier community running organization.  NYRR’s mission is to help and inspire through running, aiming to empower people of all ages and abilities to improve their health and well-being through the power of running and fitness.

NYRR’s year-round offerings of races, community events, programs, and training resources provide hundreds of thousands of people with the motivation, know-how, and opportunities to start running and keep running for life. NYRR’s premier event, the famed TCS New York City Marathon, attracts the world’s top professional runners and committed amateurs alike, while also raising millions of dollars annually for charity and driving economic impact for New York City.  NYRR is equally committed to the runners of tomorrow, passionately providing youth fitness programs that educate and inspire children in underserved communities in New York City, nationwide, and around the world.

Headquartered in New York City, NYRR is a 501(c)(3) organization.  To learn more, please visit www.nyrr.org.

At New York Road Runners, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace by finding the best candidate for the job. We understand that skills come from a variety of different backgrounds. Checking off every single requirement on our job description is not necessary to apply. If you think you are a good fit and have a passion for the work we do, please submit your application. We are eager to learn about your experience and skills! You may be the right candidate for this or other open positions.

New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the Department

The Public Affairs Department consists of NYRR’s Media and Public Relations, Government Relations and Community Engagement teams. Media and Public Relations share the stories of NYRR participants, events, and programs to drive awareness to NYRR’s organization and mission, while also enhancing and protecting the company’s reputation. Government Relations & Community Engagement manages NYRR's relationships with local and state elected officials, and governmental agencies, as well as its relationships with community stakeholders, from our runners and clubs to like-minded organizations. Overall, representing NYRR's interests, Public Affairs serves as a centralized bridge and internal partner for the organization and governmental and community partners. 

About the Internship

The New York Road Runners Internship Program is a paid, 21-week experience spanning from Monday, June 16, 2025 to Friday, November 14, 2025, in which interns will learn from the best in the non-profit business. 

Interns will work collaboratively with professionals in their field of study and will have opportunities to network across the organization. The program will include professional development events and a chance to make a direct impact on the communities in New York City by working select events. Interns will receive onboarding and training to learn about NYRR and gain the knowledge needed to best perform in their role. 

This internship candidate will work with the Public Relations Department, which crafts and executes the organization’s media and public relations strategy and manages all PR initiatives on behalf of NYRR. The Public Relations team works to gain visibility and appreciation for NYRR’s brand image, weekly and marquee races, youth and community programs, and coaching and training programs, all with the aim of supporting New York Road Runners, a New York City-based nonprofit and its vision is to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running.

The PR Intern will be an integral member of the department during the TCS New York City Marathon season, contributing to resources the team provides journalists for their coverage of the event while also pitching inspiring storylines and monitoring coverage for the organization.

Intern Responsibilities (primary and secondary duties):

• Support the public relations department with media event executions, writing, researching, and collating press materials and related content for the TCS New York City Marathon and other New York Road Runners events.
• Draft press materials including press releases, media alerts, etc.
• Publish content updates and media resources to NYRR’s online media center
• Update media contact lists, monitor press clippings, and assist with departmental administrative duties as assigned
• Assist with press operations for the TCS New York City Marathon, including media materials and media during race week
• Support team by executing administrative tasks.

Internship Schedule:

Interns are expected to work 25 hours weekly, Monday to Friday, in a hybrid work setting. This role will also have weekend work (Saturdays or Sundays) to support NYRR events. Dates will be determined at the start of the internship and availability will be taken into account. 

The NYRR events calendar can be viewed at https://www.nyrr.org/fullraceyearindex. 

Internship Requirements:

• Sophomore or junior in college, working towards a degree in communications, public relations, or journalism
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Other Requirements:

• Ability to meet and perform under tight deadlines, think clearly under pressure and exercise good judgment
• Interest in media and news; interest in staying up-to-date on current trends
• Experience in writing press releases, pitch letters, biographies, or articles is a plus
• Passion for NYRR and our mission; knowledge of the running and professional runners is a plus
• The ability to be outside in the elements for the duration of event shifts

Applications for this internship will be accepted until February 17, 2025.

Salary: $22/hour

NYRR requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless approved for a medical or religious exemption.