Ketchum PRISM Fellowship 2026 for Excellence in Public Relations Research, Insights, Strategy, and Measurement

The Ketchum PRISM Fellowship offers graduate students in public relations, communications, business, or research a practical eight-week research fellowship at Ketchum during summer 2026. Fellows gain hands-on experience in PR research, have their research paper published on the Institute for Public Relations website, and may receive a $2,500 grant for the research paper. The program includes in-office work at a Ketchum location (New York City, Chicago, or Dallas) and collaboration with Analytics and Strategy teams.

Eight-week fellowship with a $22/hour salary, collaboration with Analytics and Strategy teams, publication of the research paper on the Institute for Public Relations website, a $2,500 grant for the research paper, and recognition at the 2026 IPR Annual Awards Gala.

Graduate students pursuing a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in public relations, communications, business, or research who have completed at least one year of study are strongly encouraged to apply; post-doctoral candidates are welcome to apply.

Submit required materials: Statement of Interest, Research Prospectus (1000 words or less), and Resume; review additional information on the official fellowship page.