Here at Lower, we believe homeownership is the key to building wealth, and we’re making it easier and more accessible than ever. As a mission-driven fintech, we simplify the home-buying process through cutting-edge technology and a seamless customer experience.
With tens of billions in funded home loans and top ratings on Trustpilot (4.8), Google (4.9), and Zillow (4.9), we’re a leader in the industry. But what truly sets us apart? Our people. Join us and be part of something bigger.
Job Description:
We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented PR Intern to support Lower’s communications and public relations efforts. In this role, you’ll help support media relations, content initiatives, and brand storytelling across Lower and Movoto. You’ll gain hands-on experience researching media opportunities, supporting journalist outreach, assisting with press campaigns, and helping bring industry insights and company stories to life. If you’re curious about how brands tell their stories, earn media attention, and build awareness through strategic communications, we want to hear from you.
Internship Details:
Schedule: Approximately 20 hours per week
Typical Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. ET. We understand class schedules vary and can offer flexibility around academic commitments during business hours.
Duration: Fall semester internship, expected to run from early September through early/mid-December.
What you’ll do:
Identify and research media opportunities, including monitoring reporter requests, commentary opportunities, industry trends, and relevant news cycles to support proactive media outreach across Lower, Movoto, and the broader housing and real estate industries
Research journalists, media outlets, podcasts, newsletters, and speaking opportunities to expand and maintain targeted media lists across mortgage, housing, real estate, business, personal finance, and local markets
Support press releases, company announcements, and executive communications by researching information, preparing materials, and drafting initial content
Research award programs, speaking opportunities, and other opportunities to increase executive visibility
Assist with data-driven content initiatives by conducting background research, compiling statistics, fact-checking information, and supporting report development
Help track and report on PR performance, including media coverage, outreach efforts, and campaign results
Maintain PR calendars, media databases, coverage archives, and other organizational resources
Support special communications projects across Lower and Movoto as needed
Who you are:
Currently pursuing a degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, business, or a related field. Junior or Senior standing is preferred but not required.
Strong writing, research, and organizational skills with attention to detail
Curious about media, storytelling, and how companies build brand awareness
Comfortable researching unfamiliar topics and turning information into clear, compelling content
Able to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Interest in the housing, real estate, finance, or technology industries is a plus
Experience with writing, journalism, social media, content creation, or communications is a plus
Why you’ll love working at Lower:
You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting communications and PR initiatives for two growing brands in the housing and real estate space
You’ll work alongside a talented team and have the opportunity to contribute to real media campaigns, data studies, and thought leadership initiatives
You’ll join a locally and nationally recognized best place to work that values promotion from within
There is opportunity for professional growth and development
Lower provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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