Public Relations & Event Assistant – Entry Level

Are you an outgoing communicator who enjoys meeting new people, building relationships, and getting involved in the local community? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where no two days are the same? We are a growing marketing and public relations firm expanding our live event marketing, public relations, and community outreach division. We are seeking a motivated, people-oriented Entry-Level Public Relations & Event Assistant to represent our nonprofit and charity partners at local events, community activations, and public engagement campaigns. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for recent graduates, career changers, and individuals with backgrounds in hospitality, retail, customer service, or sales who want to develop professional skills in public relations, event coordination, promotional marketing, and community engagement. No previous public relations experience is required. We provide fully paid, step-by-step training in public speaking, campaign presentations, event operations, audience engagement, and community relations to help you build a strong foundation for long-term career growth. If you enjoy working with people, communicating face-to-face, and making a positive impact in your community, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. Key Responsibilities Public Relations & Campaign Presentations: Deliver clear, engaging, and professional campaign messaging to community members at local events and promotional activations. Event Marketing & Coordination: Support event setup, organize promotional materials, and help ensure nonprofit and brand activations run smoothly and professionally. Community Outreach & Audience Engagement: Interact with the public, answer questions, build meaningful connections, and encourage participation in community initiatives. Nonprofit & Charity Representation: Serve as a friendly, professional point of contact for charity partners and their outreach campaigns. Promotional Marketing Support: Assist with live marketing campaigns designed to increase public awareness, strengthen community relationships, and support partner initiatives. Team Collaboration & Professional Development: Participate in team meetings, interactive workshops, and training sessions covering public speaking, public relations strategies, presentation techniques, and consumer behavior. Qualifications We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic about communication, personal development, and working directly with the public. Outgoing, approachable, and professional personality. Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Enjoyment of face-to-face interaction, community events, and public engagement. Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills through hands-on training. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and organizational skills. Interest in public relations, event marketing, community outreach, nonprofit campaigns, or promotional marketing. Must be at least 18 years old. Must be available for full-time, local work in Pleasanton, CA. Experience is not required. Candidates with backgrounds in retail, hospitality, customer service, sales, or other customer-facing roles are encouraged to apply. What We Offer Fully paid, hands-on training. Entry-level access to public relations and event marketing careers. Opportunities to develop public speaking and professional communication skills. Real-world experience supporting community outreach and nonprofit campaigns. A collaborative, team-focused work environment. Opportunities to build transferable skills in marketing, event coordination, and public engagement. Start Your Career in Public Relations Today Ready to turn your people skills into a professional career? Join a team where communication, community involvement, and continuous learning are part of the everyday experience.