Got the itch for a new challenge? Looking for somewhere with space to grow, with plenty of opportunities for learning and development, where you can work with a unique mix of clients and an exceptional team?
We’re looking for a Communications Account Executive Intern for a six-month internship to support our growing client portfolio, who is available to start right away.
About us
We are Stand. We build brand belief for trailblazers.
From charities to challenger banks. Renewables to healthcare innovators.
We’ve been recognised not only for our client work, but for our culture and working environment, winning the Happiest Place to Work and Small Consultancy of the Year awards.
As an independent B Corp communications consultancy, we genuinely live by our values – Stay curious, Focus on action, Bring out the best, Brave conversations, and Make change happen – we are looking for people who these resonate with.
To apply please send a CV and cover letter to [email protected] by 12th June 2026.
About you
You thrive in an environment that supports you to challenge yourself, deliver exceptional work, and progress your career.
You’ll work across a variety of client sectors, including finance, charity, sustainability and health. Your writing and communication skills are second to none and you love to bring big-splash creative ideas to life. You’re interested in learning about how communication works, across digital, social, content, and PR.
You are innately curious, fascinated in the world around you [not just through a screen] and full of ideas. You bring a can-do attitude to your work, taking every opportunity and conversation to learn and share your thinking.
Supporting on our client work, you’ll flag ideas and develop plans for reactive and proactive outreach, including creative ideas for consumer campaigns. With a flair for social media and digital content, you’ll share ideas for how to improve engagement. You get a buzz from learning about complex topics and the latest AI tool, enabling you to develop clear content for purpose-driven clients, who are addressing some of the most challenging issues of the day.
You’re looking for somewhere you can start your career and feel like you belong. You will learn the ropes of PR and Digital client work alongside a brilliant team who will support and guide you every day. Account Executives get the chance to make a real impact, and are exposed to clients and senior experts from early on, in an environment where your contribution is celebrated and rewarded.
The job will involve:
Being a supporting member of client teams, undertaking research tasks, preparing and updating media lists, supporting on content creation for social media, writing media pitches and selling-in stories
· Gaining an understanding of your clients' business and organisational objectives, sector, challenges and opportunities, and competitor landscape
· Monitoring and flagging breaking news and developments in your clients' space
· Contributing to Stand's new business and marketing efforts by leading on research tasks
· Attending internal and client meetings
· Developing human-led stories and consumer ideas; staying on top of the latest trends and sector developments
· Taking part in creative brainstorms, helping to develop standout ideas for outreach and campaigns
· Supporting with regional sell-ins and content, ensuring that local stories get the attention they deserve
· The role will be four days per week (Monday-Thursday), all office based
Your experience and skillset:
· A Degree or equivalent
· 3-6 months’ previous relevant internship experience. This could be an in-house or agency Marketing / PR role, or in a similar industry, such as journalism
· Top notch written and verbal communication skills
· An understanding and hunger to learn about of the media landscape and experience of pitching to media
· Experience with social media content and tools like Canva, with the ability to translate long-form content into bite-sized digital-first content
· An innate creativity and knack for developing great ideas
· Interest in one or more of our client sectors: finance, sustainability and clean energy, healthcare, charities, education
· A keen interest in exploring sector trends, developments and real people’s stories
What we bring to the table:
· A unique and diverse client mix
· A hands-on approach to learning, including access to senior clients
· Paid internship at £13.15 per hour
· A dedicated mentor to support professional development
· Potential to receive a job offer at the end of the internship
Diversity statement We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming team. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
To apply please send a CV and cover letter to [email protected] by 12th June 2026.
Pay: £13.15 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have a degree or equivalent?
- Do you have a minimum of 3-6 months’ previous relevant internship experience. This could be an in-house or agency Marketing / PR role, or in a similar industry, such as journalism.
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person