High Lantern Group - 2023 Summer Associate Program ( Boston, MA)
High Lantern Group 2023 Summer Associate Program
Program Overview
High Lantern Group (HLG) is a strategic positioning and reputation management consultancy
focused on developing early-stage strategy and communications for some of the most iconic
brands and dozens of notable public and private organizations.
Our Summer Associate (SA) Program is a structured, competitive twelve-week program.
Summer Associates will be exposed to a wide range of consulting work in the fields of
strategic communications, public affairs, public policy, and business strategy. SAs will be
well-integrated team members, and responsibilities include researching market and industry
trends, drafting client deliverables (such as research summaries, newsletters, social media
messaging and press releases), constructing both internal and client-facing presentations,
coordinating projects, and assisting with administrative duties. In addition, SAs will have
access to HLG resources and leadership, making the experience both intellectually stimulating
and supportive of career aspirations.
Strong preference will be given to in person applicants at High Lantern Group's main
offices in New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, D.C.; Asheville, NC; Atlanta,
GA; and Boston, MA. Vaccination is required to work in an office.
Applying to multiple offices is welcome. Candidates will be expected to commit to a full-time
position for twelve weeks, from May 30 to August 18 and may start earlier upon request and
availability.
Desired Qualifications
Candidates must have 1-2 years of experience and/or a graduate degree. Undergraduates
that expect to graduate after June 2023 will not be considered for the program at this
time. We do review applications for interns on a rolling basis. Please check our website for
available internship opportunities.
We seek motivated self-starters who have experience with or an interest in strategic
communications, business, politics, and public policy. Ideal candidates have excellent writing,
research, and communication skills, strong attention to detail, the capacity to balance multiple
responsibilities, and the ability to work independently.
Compensation
Summer Associates will be compensated $22/hour with the expectation of a 40-hour
workweek.
How to Apply
Please apply online at www.highlanterngroup.com/careers. You are required to submit
a cover letter and resume bundled as one document.
Applications are due by Monday, February 13, 2023 at 5 p.m. PST. Candidates will
be notified if selected for an interview. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Key Dates and Deadlines
• Wednesday, January 11 2023: Summer Associate application process opens
• Monday, February 13, 2023: Summer Associate application deadline
• Monday, March 27, 2023: Candidate selection deadline
• Tuesday, May 30 – Friday, August 18, 2023: 12-week Summer Associate
Program
About High Lantern Group
High Lantern Group focuses on strategic positioning for businesses, brands, and individual
leaders by shaping the environment in which they operate. We specialize in early stage
strategic processes that provide the foundation for future success.
Our team is comprised of highly experienced, thoughtful and innovative partners who
bring with them an unusual degree of exposure to business practices, leadership trends, and
cutting-edge public affairs strategies. We have worked with scores of Fortune 500
companies, CEOs, leading non-profits, and trade associations across the country.
Please visit our website at www.highlanterngroup.com to learn more.