Publicist Intern
Publicist Intern - Her Mood Mentor
About Her Mood Mentor
Her Mood Mentor is a specialized practice focused on supporting women through PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). We provide expert guidance, evidence-based strategies, and compassionate care for women navigating this condition. We are committed to expanding awareness and education around PMDD to reach more women who need support.
Position Overview
We are seeking an ambitious Publicist Intern to help establish our founder as a leading voice in PMDD education and women's hormonal health. This role offers hands-on experience in public relations, media outreach, and strategic partnership development within the specialized healthcare sector.
Primary Responsibilities
Media Relations & Outreach
- Research and identify relevant health and wellness podcasts, radio shows, and TV segments
- Draft personalized pitch emails for podcast guest appearances and media interviews
- Secure speaking opportunities at conferences, summits, and professional events in women's health
- Pitch feature stories to health magazines, wellness websites, and professional publications
- Manage comprehensive outreach spreadsheets and follow-up communications
Partnership Development
- Research and identify women's health organizations and advocacy groups for potential partnerships
- Draft partnership proposals and collaboration pitches
- Facilitate introductions and maintain relationship databases
- Connect our founder with influential figures in women's health and mental wellness
Strategic Communications
- Develop compelling story angles highlighting PMDD expertise and impact
- Create media kits, speaker one-sheets, and professional materials
- Research industry trends and identify timely media opportunities
- Monitor relevant news cycles for expert commentary opportunities
Event & Speaking Coordination
- Research conferences, summits, and events seeking PMDD/women's health speakers
- Submit speaker applications and manage approval processes
- Track speaking opportunities
Relationship Management
- Build and maintain relationships with podcast hosts, journalists, and event organizers
- Follow up on pitches and manage ongoing communications
- Nurture long-term media relationships for future opportunities
- Create systems for tracking media contacts and interaction history
Ideal Candidate
- Currently pursuing or recently completed studies in public relations, communications, journalism, or marketing
- Strong interest in women's health advocacy and mental health awareness
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with research, outreach, and relationship building
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated and comfortable with cold outreach
- Familiarity with media landscape and podcast industry preferred
- Understanding of healthcare/wellness marketing regulations is a plus
What You'll Gain
- Comprehensive experience in healthcare public relations and media strategy
- Understanding of niche marketing in specialized medical fields
- Portfolio of successful media placements and speaking bookings
- Insight into the back end of specialized businesses
Skills You'll Develop
- Media relations and pitch writing
- Strategic partnership development
- Event coordination and speaker management
- Database management and CRM systems
- Healthcare communications best practices
- Industry research and trend analysis
Time Commitment
Part-time, flexible schedule (5 hours per week) Remote position with regular strategy meetings Some evening/weekend availability may be required for events
Application Requirements
Please submit:
- Resume highlighting any PR, communications, or outreach experience
- Cover letter demonstrating passion for women's health advocacy
- Writing sample (pitch email, press release, or similar communications piece)
- Examples of any relevant research or outreach projects
Ready to make a meaningful impact in women's health while building your PR career? Join us in amplifying the voice of PMDD education and support!