1-2) Our friends at the Partnership for Public Service have passed these along – see also main career page:
- Marketing Associate – $52k-$54k – 1-2 years of experience in marketing, strategic communications, PR or related field desired; facility with email marketing & social media management systems preferred.
- Journalism Fellow – one-year term; Mar. 2026 through Feb. 2027 – $52k-$54k – strong background & experience in fact-checking, developing sources, interviewing and other standard journalistic practices sought
3) The Union of Concerned Scientists is hiring a Washington Representative to join their Clean Transportation Program's government affairs team – 7+ years of experience required, with at least 5+ years in government affairs or advocacy – $109k – apply by Feb. 17 – see also main career page
4-5) SEMA & their Performance Racing Industry affiliate have enthusiastically shared two brand-new positions for people with strong public affairs skills but also have a real passion for racing & motorsports:
- Government Affairs Director, Racing – $120k-$150k – 5-7 years of experience in government affairs or public policy within racing, motorsports, powersports, or a closely related industry, desired including direct engagement with state and local policymakers.
- Grassroots Manager – $10k-$100k – 2-4 years of experience in content creation, political communications, digital organizing, or advocacy campaigns sought
6) Bipartisan lobbying & communications firm Lot Sixteen is recruiting for a Communications Associate with 1-2 years of relevant experience who enjoys writing, and is good at it – $60k – see also main career page
7) Leverage your knowledge of ITAR and (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) requirements & practices to join the British Embassy as a Licensing Officer – $68k – apply by Feb. 9
8-9) AARP
- Senior Vice President/Editorial Director – $320k
- Editorial & Promotions Marketing Intern – Summer 2026 – $18-$28/hr
10) Air-Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Institute – Senior Director, Communications & Media Relations – $160k-$184k – see also main career page
11) APCO Worldwide – Senior Director, AI & Digital Transformation – $215k-$260k – DC, New York, Chicago, Raleigh or remote-based
12) Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Digital Engagement Associate – $70k-$85k
13-14) College of William & Mary
- Director of Development, School of Coastal & Marine Sciences/Virginia Institute of Marine Science – $90k-$100k – Yorktown, Va.
- Associate Director, Donor Recognition & Giving Societies – $50k-$60k – Williamsburg, Va.
15) Dominion Energy – Communications Specialist/Senior Communications Specialist – Cayce, SC
16-25) Edelman PR
- Executive Vice President, Technology Public Affairs – $185k-$290k – DC or New York
- Digital Lead, Edelman Smithfield – $160k-$265k – DC, New York, Chicago or San Francisco
- Vice President, Health Media – $95k-$165k – DC, New York, Austin, Atlanta, Chicago or Dallas
- Vice President, Brand – $95k-$160k – DC or New York
- Senior Account Supervisor, Health – $80k-$120k – DC, New York, or Chicago
- Account Supervisor, Financial Services Communications – $85k-$110k – focus on crypto & digital assets – DC, New York, Chicago or San Francisco
- Media Supervisor, Health – $68k-$96k – DC, New York, Austin, Houston, Chicago or Dallas
- Account Exec, Financial Services Communications – $65k-$75k – DC, New York or Chicago
- Digital Designer, Financial Communications – $65k-$75k – DC, New York or Chicago
- Account Exec, Technology – $55l-$65k – DC, New York or Atlanta
26) Exxon Mobil – Media Relations Advisor – $130k-$300k
27) Fairfax County Dept. of Transportation – Head of Communications – $79k-$131k – apply by Feb. 6
28) Freedman Consulting – Associate – $60k-$65k – May/June 2026 start date; upcoming grads welcome to apply – apply by Feb. 20 – see also main career page
29-40) Fox News – all newly-posted (or re-posted) since Jan. 27
- Senior Editor, Politics – $106k-$104k
- Senior Editor, Homepage & Social Media – $102k-$132k – DC, New York or Los Angeles
- Line Producer – $83k-$110k
- Producer – $83k-$104k – DC or Los Angeles
- Politics Editor – $83k-$97k – DC or New York
- Reporter, Flash/Media/Culture – $75k-$83k – DC or New York
- Homepage & Social Media Editor – $74k-$97k – DC, New York or Los Angeles
- Reporter, US News and Crime – $74k-$90k – DC, New York or Los Angeles
- Editorial Producer – $67k-$120k
- Politics Writer –$67k-$78k
- Associate Producer – $67k-$75k
- Associate Producer supporting FOX News Live with Aishah Hasnie – $67k-$75k
41) George Washington University – Brand Experience Web Lead – $57k-$94k – apply by Feb. 5
42-43) ISTE+ASCD – see also main career page
44-47) Johns Hopkins University
- Director of Development, School of Advanced International Studies – $165k – DC-based
- Associate Director of Development, Kimmel Cancer Center – $97k – DC-based
- Director of Constituent Engagement, School of Engineering – $117k – Baltimore, MD
- Assistant Director of Donor Relations supporting the Center for Innovative Medicine – $63k – Baltimore, MD
48-49) Ketchum
- Account Exec, Corporate Reputation – $62k-$68k
- DC, New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Texas, Los Angeles, Raleigh or San Francisco, California
- Insights & Strategic Managing Consultant, Ketchum Analytics – $100k-$120K
- DC, New York or Chicago
50) Leidos – Senior Communications Manager – $105k-$190k – focus on Homeland Security sector
51) National Geographic Partners – Social Media Intern – May/June 2026 through Aug./Sept. 2026 – $22/hr
52) National Geographic Society – Senior Manager, Major Gifts – $128k-$135k – remote-based; preference given to candidates residing in DC Metro Area
53-54) National Public Radio
- Supervising Editor, Global Health – $168k-$178k – remote-based – apply by Feb. 9
- Executive Assistant to the CEO – $96k-$117k – apply by Feb. 4
55) NBC Washington – Director, Multiplatform – $130k-$160k
56) New America – Media Production Manager (scroll to find) – $75k-$90k – supports the creation of AV assets & provide technical assistance for in-studio, hybrid & virtual events
57) Population Connection – Advocacy Communications Specialist (scroll to find)
58) RER Solutions – Communications Associate supporting DoE’s Energy Dominance Financing Program – see also main career page
59) Schrayer & Associates – Communications & Advocacy Associate (scroll to find)
60-61) United Nations Foundation
- Chief Executive Officer for the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data – $250k-$300k
- Member Support Associate supporting the U.S. Climate Alliance – $68k-$72k
62) Viatris – Director/Global Regulatory Strategist – $112k-$236k – focus on allergy/cardiovascular products – see also main career page
63) … and finally: bolster your credentials for a post-graduation public affairs post by joining the Niskanen Summer Institute – a fully funded, intensive academic program in DC for leadership-minded undergrads who wish to understand the intersection of politics and policy & explore the Niskanen Center framework for institutional reform – runs June 8-12, 2026 in downtown DC – program will cover the costs of lodging, travel, meals, and transportation (including flights), plus a $250 stipend – apply by Feb. 27
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