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

February 2027

$5,000 scholarship + paid 13-week full-time internship (~$17/hour); awarded annually to one student

Supports BIPOC and/or LGBTQ-identified students pursuing public relations or communications through a scholarship and professional internship in New York.

In-person work in NYC required; open to graduating seniors authorized to work in the US.

--- ## Description The SolComms Fellowship, administered by the PRSA Foundation, is designed to advance diversity in the communications industry by supporting BIPOC-identified and/or LGBTQ-identified undergraduate students. The program provides a $5,000 scholarship and a paid, thirteen-week full-time internship at SolComms, an integrated communications agency in New York, NY. The fellowship aims to provide meaningful professional experiences and mentorship to the next generation of PR professionals, fostering both career development and a more inclusive industry. --- ## Due Dates - February 2027 (anticipated application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $5,000 scholarship (one award annually) - Paid thirteen-week, full-time internship at SolComms in New York, NY (approx. $17/hour, 34 hours per week, Monday–Thursday) --- ## Eligibility - Must be a graduating senior (undergraduate) at an accredited college or university (graduating before Fall 2027) - Must be pursuing a career in public relations or communications (or related field) - Must identify as BIPOC and/or LGBTQ - Must be authorized to work in the United States and possess a state-issued ID plus a second form of identification - Must be able to work in-person at SolComms' New York, NY office four days per week (Monday–Thursday), 34 hours/week, 9 AM–5:30 PM --- ## Application Process - Complete the online application form (available via the PRSA Foundation scholarship portal) - Submit a resume - Provide a personal statement (up to 250 words) addressing how your BIPOC or LGBTQ+ identity will contribute to the PR and Communications industry - Prepare documentation verifying eligibility and work authorization --- ## Additional Information - Only one fellowship is awarded each year - The internship is integral to the award and requires physical presence in New York, NY - The fellowship is funded by SolComms and administered by the PRSA Foundation --- ## External Links - [SolComms Fellowship Program Page](https://www.prsafoundation.org/scholarships-awards/solcomms-fellowship) - [PRSA Foundation Home](https://www.prsafoundation.org) - [SolComms Agency](https://www.solcomms.co/) - [Application Portal](https://prsa.awardspring.com/Home/ScholarshipDetails/443993) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |--------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Info | [PRSA Foundation Contact Page](https://www.prsafoundation.org/contact/) | | Address | PRSA Foundation, 120 Wall Street, 21st Floor, New York, NY 10005 | ---

SolComms Fellowship

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