3x1: PR, PA + Digital intern
Glasgow | www.3x1.com | £12.60ph (Real Living Wage) | 4 weeks (August / September start)
ABOUT 3x1
3x1 is an award-winning integrated communications agency specialising in public relations, public affairs and digital marketing.
We have a culture of excellence in everything we do. We want to bring out the best in our people so they deliver the best for our clients. We are also committed to championing diversity and inclusion and value fresh perspectives, creating an environment where everyone is encouraged to contribute, learn and thrive.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Ready to dive into the fast-paced world of PR, public affairs and digital marketing? Our UNLOCKED internship isn’t just about gaining experience in the ‘world of work’ — it’s about getting hands-on with live campaigns spanning the public and private sector, from household brand names to game-changing government initiatives.
As our UNLOCKED Intern, you’ll follow a structured timetable designed to give you hands-on experience across a variety of projects, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience. You’ll also have the chance to jump into exciting ad hoc opportunities, including shadowing key industry moments. Plus, with mentorship from across our experienced team, you’ll gain invaluable insights to support both your personal and professional growth, equipping you with skills for the future.
At 3x1, you’ll work alongside our team of industry professionals to explore media relations, content creation and stakeholder engagement. With a diverse client portfolio, you’ll have new challenges to delve into each day.
Over the course of the month, get stuck into:
Media + social monitoring – stay ahead of the curve by tracking trends, scanning for breaking news and compiling coverage reports
Content creation – help craft press materials, engaging social posts, and creative campaign messaging
The power of research – Dig deep to support exciting client campaigns with insights that make an impact
Event + influencer collaboration – get involved in planning and coordinating events, press briefings and influencer partnerships
Media outreach – engage with journalists, influencers and key stakeholders to amplify our clients' stories
Ideation sessions – bring your creativity to the table in a collaborative environment to help shape big ideas that make headlines
If you’re curious, creative and ready to make your mark in the industry, we’d love to hear from you!
DAY IN THE LIFE AT 3x1
The beauty of this industry lies in its variety - no two days will be the same. The mix of creativity, collaboration and hands-on experience will give you a true taste of agency life with opportunities to gain real industry experience, develop essential skills and make meaningful connections.
9am – Media monitoring + research
Scan news outlets and social media for relevant stories, trends or client mentions and share updates with the team
9.30am – Team check-in
The morning meeting will help you catch up with the team on current projects and priorities for the day
11am – Content creation
Draft social media posts, press releases or blog content for a client campaign, ensuring the messaging aligns with their brand
12.30pm – Lunch
Take a breather, chat with colleagues or attend an industry webinar for inspiration
1.30pm – Client support
Assist in preparing for a client presentation by researching competitors and compiling key stats
3pm – Ideation session
Join a team discussion to generate fresh ideas for upcoming campaigns
4pm – Event planning + outreach
Help draft media invitations, liaise with journalists and influencers or assist in planning logistics for an upcoming event
5pm – Wrap-up + reflect
Review tasks, update your line manager and take notes on key learnings from the day to come back refreshed and ready for tomorrow!
KEY QUALITIES
We live by our values and expect our interns to do the same. The ideal candidate will be:
Creative – able to think innovatively and generate fresh ideas
Versatile – willing to take on varied tasks, adapt to challenges and work across different projects simultaneously
Driven – eager to learn, take initiative and actively contribute to teamwork
Ethical - committed to honesty, integrity and responsible communication
Considerate – a team player who collaborates well with others, brings a positive, can-do attitude to work and respects colleagues and clients