Brands & Communications Working Student (20 hours per week) (m/d/w)

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.  

The Public Relations Intern (Werkstudent) is an integral part of Latham’s Brand & Communications team. As an intern you will support the team in a variety of PR and communications activities. Your responsibilities will include assisting with media monitoring, drafting and editing communication materials, supporting the coordination of events, and providing general administrative support to ensure smooth execution of projects. This role will be based in our Frankfurt office and requires in‑office presence.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring and summarizing daily media coverage relevant to the firm and its industry
• Contributing to the preparation of press releases, briefing notes, and communication reports
• Maintaining and updating media contact lists, journalist databases, and PR documentation
• Conducting targeted research on industry trends, competitors, and potential media opportunities
• Assisting with the planning and logistics of events

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Display well developed and professional interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people at all organisational levels of the firm
• Thrive working in a team environment with a customer service focus
• Are able to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion

And have:

• Current enrollment at a German state university
• First-hand experience in Public Relations or office work in a related field
• Organisational skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively, and handle multiple deadlines
• Very good knowledge of German and English (written and spoken)

We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and levels of experience.
      

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but we also offer you an attractive overall package that promotes your development and career opportunities. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Meals allowance
• Wellness programs (e.g. membership to Headspace, access to mental health services, well-being events, etc.)
• Sport courses and training
• And more!

Additionally, we have a range of diversity programming including Global Affinity Groups. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

Latham & Watkins is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, sustainability, and pro bono legal services. We draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms, and advance these commitments through the work of our Global Citizenship department. Our lawyers, paralegals, and professional staff worldwide comprise a rich mixture of different races, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, cultures, and primary languages. Our diversity makes us who we are.

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