Who We Are

Bryson Gillette is a Los Angeles, California and Washington, D.C.-based, minority-owned, intentionally diverse public affairs firm. With expertise in strategic communications, media relations, crisis communications, and political consulting, we develop tailored strategies to help clients tackle their most pressing communications needs. We are a mission-driven organization that partners with companies, candidates, and individuals fighting to make the world more just, safe, healthy, and prosperous for all.

We not only work with clients who are striving to build a more equitable and open world – we actively do our part. Our leadership team is 88% people of color and/or women. Our firm is composed of veteran political operatives, public affairs experts and communications strategists, with 64% women, 61% people of color, and 24% LGBTQ+, making us one of the most diverse teams of our size. We operate in English and Spanish. We believe that diverse teams are necessary in order to communicate effectively with diverse communities and design more persuasive, innovative, and authentic campaigns. 

We are also a fun, smart, collaborative group who care about the world around us and seek to make positive change at home and across the country. We are experts without egos and creative without control issues. Come work with us and you’ll learn a lot, make an impact, and have fun doing it.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and/or veteran status.

What You’ll Get as a Bryson Fellow

The Bryson Gillette Fellowship will lead the way on bringing more diversity to the communications and political industries by preparing the next generation of communicators through a best-in-class program. We are seeking bright, talented, hard-working college graduates who are committed to making a difference, with the curiosity to learn, and the initiative to be successful. During your Fellowship year, you’ll be trained on skills to make the biggest impact in strategic communications, public affairs, and political consulting alongside innovative and visionary clients. Program components include:

• Full-time, 12-month, paid fellowship program

• Hands-on learning with cutting-edge clients 

• Inclusive workplace that makes time for fun

• Hybrid work environment & in-person collaboration in Los Angeles. or D.C.

• Access to guest speakers and lifelong mentors

• Completion bonus upon successful completion of program requirements

• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision) with fully paid premiums

• Career counseling, including feedback on resumes, writing, & networking 

• Option for a permanent offer at end of program upon excellent performance

What You’ll Learn

You’ll be working with an incredible team of professionals who are dedicated to teaching you about the industry and the fundamentals of public affairs, strategic communications, and political consulting, including:

• Designing communications strategies

• Designing a winning political campaign

• Pitching stories to the media

• Creating and placing advertising

• Tracking and analyzing news coverage

• Writing PR documents

• Interpreting research

• Drafting social media content

Who You Are

You are a hard worker and are highly organized. You have a problem-solver mindset with a can-do attitude. You have a strong desire to learn. You have experience working in diverse communities. You are a strong communicator and writer.  You are professional when you interface with clients and partners. You thrive in fast-paced environments and you're ready to hit the ground running. Most importantly, you have a desire to learn and work hard. You’re an undergraduate or graduate student, eligible to work full-time beginning July 8th and ending June 13th. The position may be extended up to 15 months and/or to transition to a full time associate position at the end of the program. We think you’ll bring the following skills and experiences:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Self-motivation, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated history of being proactive and a bias toward action

• Grit, a growth mindset, and a good sense of humor

• Previous internship experience in consulting, communications, public affairs, political campaigns, public relations is a plus

• Written and verbal fluency in Spanish is a plus

Compensation: An annualized hourly wage of $50,000/year

How-to-apply

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so get yours in soon! The deadline is Sunday, April 28th.

For interested candidates, please submit the following:

• Resume

• Cover letter answering the following questions (in no more than one page, 11 point font):

  • Why are you interested in this fellowship? 

  • What makes you an exceptional candidate for this position in particular?

  • Where did you learn about this opportunity?