How to get the most out of a PR internship (and what it is like to work at Kai Communications).

We asked Maya what it is really like working at Kai Communications (unbiasedly of course) and how to get the most out of a PR internship.

Congratulations on completing a year at Kai Communications! How does it feel?

Thanks! I’ve been working for Kai alongside my studies for just over a year in total and have absolutely loved it! It doesn’t feel like work to me. I love the content we write, brainstorming ideas with Hazel and the clients we work with. This year has completely flown by and I’m excited to learn even more about the industry as I enter into my second year.  

What has been your biggest highlight at Kai Communications so far?

I really enjoyed writing a piece on Anti-Vaxxers for Your Doctor. It was an original idea of mine and an issue that I am genuinely passionate about. I was over the moon when I found out that it had actually been published! I love the freedom I am given at Kai and instances like that make this job all the more rewarding.

Why PR?

During my degree, I realised how much I loved writing and I’ve always wanted to a people-focused job, so I thought I’d try my hand at PR. When I saw an internship being advertised at Kai Communications, I jumped at the opportunity! Since then, I’ve never looked back. 

Working one-to-one with Hazel is such an invaluable experience. I have learnt so much! Some of my friends have done PR internships for slightly bigger companies and have hated it. They say they say that they have ended up being some sort of PA instead of working in PR, whereas this job couldn’t be more the opposite. My role at Kai is very hands on and my days are always busy and varied – which I love! On an average day, I could go from researching event agencies, to calling journalists about a press release on building resilience, to writing tips on the current housing market. 

Do you have any top tips for future PR interns?

Gain experience! Public relations is an incredibly competitive industry to get into. It is impossible to even get your foot in the door without getting some decent work experience behind you. You also need to be prepared to work hard and be personable. Enter every situation with a ‘can-do’ attitude. 

What are the most valuable things you have learnt at Kai Communications? 

• Don’t be put off by uncomfortable / snappy interactions with journalists. 
• Invest in the clients your representing. Learn as much as you can about them and feel passionate about what they feel passionate about. 
• See everything as a learning opportunity. It’s ok if you haven’t done something quite right but be sure to learn from these mistakes.