[PRSA Foundation](https://www.prsafoundation.org)

February 2027 (application deadline, projected)

$1,500 scholarship plus a three-month paid, part-time internship (approx. $17/hr, 15–20 hrs/week) for one student annually

Supports one student in communications, marketing, journalism, or public relations with a scholarship and paid internship to foster the next generation of industry professionals.

--- ## Description The Kite Hill Fellowship is an annual program established by the PRSA Foundation to recognize and support an outstanding student pursuing a major or minor in public relations, journalism, marketing, or communications. The fellowship combines a $1,500 scholarship with a three-month, paid, part-time internship at Kite Hill, a leading integrated communications agency with offices in Miami, FL and New York, NY. The program aims to nurture future communications professionals, particularly those from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds, by providing both financial support and valuable industry experience. --- ## Due Dates - February 2027 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $1,500 scholarship for one student annually - Three-month paid, part-time internship at Kite Hill (approx. $17/hour, 15–20 hours per week) - Internship location: Miami, FL or New York, NY --- ## Eligibility Applicants must meet all of the following criteria: - Be a registered full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college or university - Be a rising senior, graduating senior, or graduate student - Pursue a major or minor in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field - Hold a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale - Be authorized to work in the United States, with a state-issued ID and a second form of identification for hourly work - Be able to work in person in Kite Hill’s Miami, FL or New York, NY office one day per week during the internship - Demonstrate outstanding written and verbal communication skills - Have experience with Google Suite (required); experience with MuckRack and Canva is a plus - Have experience with AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Gemini) and an interest in their use - Show a clear understanding of social media platforms and a passion for the media industry - Possess strong analytical and organizational skills - Students who self-identify as members of historically disadvantaged or underrepresented minority groups are especially encouraged to apply --- ## Application Process Applicants must submit: - A completed online application form (via the PRSA Foundation’s scholarship portal) - A current resume - A personal statement (up to 250 words) addressing which Kite Hill value (Agility, Balance, Candor, Collaboration, Passion) they align with most and why - A writing sample (e.g., college essay, student newspaper article) --- ## Additional Information - Kite Hill is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its teams. - The internship is part-time, with flexible hours (15–20 hours per week) and a “Work from Anywhere” approach, though one day per week in-person attendance is required. - The program is designed to foster both professional growth and well-being, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. --- ## External Links - [Kite Hill Fellowship program page (PRSA Foundation)](https://www.prsafoundation.org/scholarships-awards/kite-hill-fellowship) - [Kite Hill agency website](https://kitehillpr.com/) - [Application portal (Awardspring)](https://prsa.awardspring.com/Home/ScholarshipDetails/443996) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------|-------------------------------------------------------| | Website | [PRSA Foundation Contact Page](https://www.prsafoundation.org/contact/) | | Address | 120 Wall Street, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10005 | ---

Kite Hill Fellowship

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