Communications Assistant
Pew Research Center
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Position summary
The Communications Assistant is a critical member of Pew Research Center’s communications team who assists with media, stakeholder and public relations; metrics and reporting; and internal communication. The position reports to the Associate Director, Communications.
Primary responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for email inquiries from journalists, stakeholders and the public.
Monitor and compile daily media clips.
Track quantitative and qualitative indicators related to dissemination.
Assist with creating social media content and monitoring discussion on social media posts.
Assist with internal communications efforts.
Update and build contact lists, as needed.
Education and experience
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in journalism or communications.
Relevant internships or entry-level communications experience in a professional environment.
Knowledge and skills requirements
Strong writing and editing skills. Familiarity with AP Style is a plus.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Familiarity with the news industry and news cycle.
Ability to prioritize and manage time. Comfortable asking questions and adopting a proactive, client-oriented approach. Self-directed to take action and resolve issues.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel and Word.
Familiarity with Meltwater, Bloomberg Government, Asana, Salesforce, Hootsuite and AI tools a plus.
FLSA status: Non-Exempt
Typical starting salary: $58,000
Location
Pew Research Center staff are required to be present in the Center’s Washington, D.C., office on core in-office days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday as of January 2026). Staff may work virtually from remote locations on other days in a typical work week.
Application procedure
Click on the Apply button, and complete required fields. Both cover letter and resume are required.
When requested, please upload a copy of your resume/cv, as well as a copy of your cover letter in the section labeled Resume/Cover Letter. If the documents have successfully uploaded, you should see 2 attached files beneath the “Drop files here” box. Please make sure you have uploaded a resume AND a cover letter before moving on to the next page.
Total Rewards
In addition to competitive pay, Pew Research Center’s employees enjoy a robust total rewards package that includes:
Affordable, comprehensive health care that includes medical, dental (including adult orthodontia) and vision benefits.
Generous paid annual leave plan, including a winter break between Dec. 25 and Jan. 1
Employer-paid disability, life insurance and paid family leave plans
Up to a 12% employer 401(k) contribution, with vesting at the end of the first year.
A 37.5-hour workweek.
Health savings or flexible spending account options with employer funding component.
Flexibility to telework up to 60% for most staff
EEO:
Pew Research Center makes employment decisions without regard to age, sex, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We encourage applications from candidates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
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