Public Relations (PR) Specialist (Volunteer/Internship)
Job Description
Remote / Hybrid | Flexible Hours | Volunteer | Internship Opportunities
Launch Your Public Relations Career While Helping Change Lives
Are you looking for a public relations internship where you can build real-world experience while supporting a meaningful cause?
The Doc Martyn Foundation is looking for a passionate and creative Volunteer Public Relations (PR) Specialist to help increase awareness of our humanitarian work, build relationships with the media, and share inspiring stories that encourage people to support our mission.
Whether you’re studying Public Relations, Communications or Journalism, or you’re an experienced communications professional looking to give back, this opportunity offers valuable hands-on experience with a growing international charity.
If you’re searching for a PR internship, public relations intern role, PR volunteer opportunities, or remote public relations internships, we’d love to hear from you.
Position Details
Position: Public Relations (PR) Specialist (Volunteer)
Department: Marketing & Communications
Location: Remote / Hybrid (Worldwide)
Commitment: 5–8 hours per week (Flexible)
Duration: Minimum 6 months preferred
Compensation: Volunteer (Unpaid)
Start Date: Immediate
Experience Level: Students, Graduates, Career Changers and Communications Professionals Welcome
About Doc Martyn Foundation
The Doc Martyn Foundation is a registered charity dedicated to improving healthcare and opportunities for vulnerable communities across Thailand.
Our volunteers support:
- Remote medical clinics
- Emergency rescue teams
- Community outreach programmes
- Child welfare initiatives
- Public health campaigns
Every news article, media interview and published story helps raise awareness, recruit volunteers, attract supporters and strengthen our ability to deliver life-changing humanitarian programmes.
As our Public Relations Specialist, you’ll play an important role in helping our work reach a wider audience.
About the Role
As a Volunteer Public Relations Specialist, you’ll help shape how the public, media and supporters see the Doc Martyn Foundation.
Working closely with our leadership, marketing and content teams, you’ll identify compelling stories, write professional press materials, develop media relationships and promote our charitable initiatives to local, national and international audiences.
This is an excellent opportunity if you’re looking for a public relations internship, PR intern position or public relations volunteer opportunities that provide genuine experience rather than administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Media Relations & Outreach
Help us build meaningful relationships with journalists, editors, broadcasters and media organisations by:
- Researching relevant media outlets
- Building media contact databases
- Identifying journalists interested in healthcare, charities and humanitarian work
- Writing personalised media pitches
- Sending press releases
- Following up with media contacts
- Coordinating interviews
- Supporting media enquiries
- Developing long-term relationships with journalists
- Identifying opportunities for news coverage
You’ll gain valuable experience in professional media relations and learn how charities secure earned media coverage.
Press Releases & Storytelling
Create compelling stories that inspire action by:
- Writing press releases
- Drafting media advisories
- Preparing news announcements
- Creating media kits
- Developing case studies
- Writing success stories
- Highlighting volunteer achievements
- Promoting charity campaigns
- Supporting fundraising announcements
- Showcasing community impact
You’ll develop strong writing skills while building an impressive portfolio of published communications.
Strategic Communications
Help ensure our communications remain consistent by:
- Supporting brand messaging
- Maintaining our tone of voice
- Assisting with communication strategies
- Preparing briefing documents
- Drafting spokesperson notes
- Creating Q&A documents
- Monitoring current affairs
- Identifying media opportunities
- Supporting awareness campaigns
Reputation Management
Protect and strengthen our public reputation by:
- Monitoring media coverage
- Tracking online mentions
- Reporting campaign performance
- Maintaining media archives
- Supporting crisis communication planning
- Monitoring public sentiment
- Identifying emerging issues
- Preparing media reports for leadership
Cross-Team Collaboration
Work closely with:
- Social Media Team
- Content Writers
- Marketing Team
- Volunteer Recruitment Team
- Leadership Team
- Community Outreach Teams
Together you’ll help deliver consistent messaging across all communication channels.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking enthusiastic individuals who enjoy writing, storytelling and building relationships.
Ideal applicants may have experience or an interest in:
- Public Relations
- Communications
- Journalism
- Media Studies
- Marketing
- Corporate Communications
- Public Affairs
- Digital Communications
- English
- Business
We welcome:
- University students
- Recent graduates
- Career changers
- Communications professionals
- Journalists
- PR specialists
- Marketing professionals
Whether you’re looking for a PR internship, public relations intern role or an opportunity to volunteer your communications skills, we’d love to hear from you.
Skills & Experience
We’re looking for someone with:
- Excellent written English
- Strong communication skills
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Professional interpersonal skills
- Confidence speaking with journalists
- Ability to research stories
- Strong organisational skills
- Creativity
- Initiative
- Passion for humanitarian work
Experience with media databases, press release writing or communications planning is beneficial but not essential.
What You’ll Gain
Real Public Relations Experience
Develop practical experience in:
- Media relations
- Press release writing
- Story development
- Strategic communications
- Reputation management
- Media monitoring
- Crisis communications
- Brand messaging
- Campaign planning
- Public affairs
Build a Professional Portfolio
You’ll help produce professional communications that can become part of your portfolio, including:
- Press releases
- Media pitches
- Media kits
- Communication strategies
- Published news coverage
- Campaign reports
This experience is highly valuable when applying for future PR or communications roles.
Flexible Remote Working
Volunteer from anywhere in the world.
Our remote public relations internships offer flexible hours, allowing you to balance volunteering alongside university, employment or personal commitments.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with:
- Journalists
- Charity leaders
- Communications professionals
- Healthcare experts
- Volunteers
- Media contacts
- Marketing specialists
Professional Recognition
Successful volunteers may receive:
- Reference Letter
- LinkedIn Recommendation
- Volunteer Certificate
- Verification of Volunteer Hours
- Professional Mentoring
- Career Guidance
Team Culture
Although many volunteers work remotely, we believe in building strong relationships.
Where possible, volunteers are invited to join:
- Team meetups
- Charity events
- BBQs
- Volunteer appreciation events
- Social activities
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal if you’re searching for:
- Public relations internship
- PR internship
- Public relations intern
- PR intern
- Public relations volunteer
- PR volunteer
- PR volunteer opportunities
- Public relations volunteer opportunities
- Remote public relations internships
- Communication PR internships
- PR and marketing internships
Whether you’re beginning your career or looking to apply your communications expertise to a meaningful cause, this role provides outstanding experience while supporting communities in need.
Apply Today
Help us tell stories that inspire action, build public awareness and create lasting change.
Your words today could inspire the support that changes lives tomorrow.
Frequently Asked Questions
A PR intern helps promote an organisation by writing press releases, developing media stories, researching journalists, building media lists and supporting public awareness campaigns. At the Doc Martyn Foundation, you’ll help communicate our humanitarian work while gaining practical experience in public relations and communications.
Yes. This opportunity is a public relations internship designed to provide real-world experience in media relations, strategic communications, reputation management and public affairs. You’ll work on meaningful projects that contribute directly to the Foundation’s mission.
We welcome students, recent graduates, career changers and experienced communications professionals. If you’re looking for a public relations intern role that provides genuine responsibility and valuable experience, we’d love to hear from you.
No. While previous experience is helpful, it isn’t essential. If you have excellent communication skills, enjoy storytelling and have an interest in public relations, journalism or communications, we’ll provide support and guidance throughout your volunteering journey.
Absolutely. Our public relations volunteer programme allows you to use your communication skills to support an international charity while gaining practical experience in media outreach, strategic communications and public engagement.
PR volunteer opportunities allow communications professionals, students and aspiring PR specialists to contribute their skills to nonprofit organisations. Volunteers help charities raise awareness, engage the media and communicate their impact to supporters, donors and the wider public.
Frequently Asked Questions Continued
Public relations volunteer opportunities provide valuable real-world experience while making a positive social impact. You’ll strengthen your CV, build a professional portfolio, expand your network and develop practical PR skills that are highly valued by employers.
Yes. We offer remote public relations internships that allow you to volunteer from anywhere in the world. Our flexible remote working model enables you to balance your internship alongside university, employment or other commitments.
Yes. This opportunity is ideal for students looking for communication PR internships. Whether you’re studying Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Media Studies or Marketing, you’ll gain practical experience that complements your academic studies.
Yes. Public relations and marketing often work closely together. If you’re looking for PR and marketing internships, this role provides experience in media relations, brand messaging, campaign planning, storytelling and public engagement while collaborating with our marketing and social media teams.
Throughout your internship you’ll gain experience in: Media relations, Press release writing, Strategic communications, Storytelling, Public speaking support, Reputation management, Campaign planning
Media monitoring, Professional writing and Relationship building. These skills are highly transferable to careers in public relations, communications, marketing and corporate affairs.
This internship gives you practical experience with an international charity while building an impressive portfolio of press releases, media materials and communications projects. You’ll also receive valuable professional references, volunteer certification and experience that can help you secure future roles in public relations, communications or marketing.
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