PR and Marketing Graduate Programme

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About Us

Cognito is a full-service communications agency working at the intersection of finance, technology, and the climate transition. We have a strong international footprint with offices across the U.S., Europe, and Asia Pacific.

We work with some of the world’s biggest financial services and non-governmental organizations, as well as start-ups challenging the status quo and bringing new technologies, ideas, and services to market. We create smarter marketing and communications that help build our clients’ brands and business through public relations, digital and social media, events, marketing, or brand positioning and design.

Our approach combines deep sector expertise and analytical insights to reach and engage the right audiences, from Fortune 100 C-suite executives and leading NGOs to fixed income trading teams or retail investors. We harness storytelling and strategically use earned, paid, shared, and owned communication channels to connect our clients with their customers.

Our strength lies in our specialization and the trust our clients place in our deep knowledge and expertise. Our global team collaborates across international markets, working with journalists, influencers, clients, experts, and partners. We help clients strengthen their reputation and drive business growth through storytelling and strategic communication.

We foster continuous learning and curiosity to stay at the forefront of industry developments, giving us an edge in communicating what’s next.

Our Values

• We celebrate diversity by bringing together talented individuals from varied backgrounds, united by intellectual curiosity.
• We strive for excellence, aiming to lead towards a sustainable and responsible future.
• We are eager to understand organizational challenges.
• We focus on driving business outcomes for our global clients.
• We are creative and agile, leading to smart strategies and exceptional work.

Overview

Cognito’s Graduate Programme is a full-time, six-month internship starting in Summer 2025. It offers immersive experience in agency life and client work in industries like financial services, technology, climate transition, and professional services.

The programme provides an educational and engaging introduction to public relations, marketing, digital campaigns, social media, and branding at Cognito. There is potential for a permanent role upon completion. Located in the City, the office provides a vibrant City life experience.

Participants will assist with daily client activities, receive relevant training, and work on meaningful projects applying principles in media relations, digital and social media, SEO, events, UX/UI design, and more. A dedicated manager will mentor and oversee their development, providing access to various clients and projects.

Success in the programme can lead to further opportunities, with on-the-job learning emphasized alongside formal training.

To apply, submit your CV and a cover letter explaining your career ambitions and interest in communications, PR, and marketing.

Responsibilities Include

• Participate in brainstorms, team discussions, and share news updates.
• Identify media clips and online resources.
• Research and maintain media, events, and awards lists.
• Conduct industry and client-specific research.
• Create content for social media channels.
• Attend client meetings and calls.
• Assist with event planning and coordination.
• Help prepare media coverage and campaign analytics reports.
• Receive training in tools like Brandwatch, Hootsuite, Google Analytics, WordPress, and SEO platforms.
• Develop and execute digital marketing strategies aligned with client goals.
• Conduct SEO, SEM, competitor, and market trend analyses.
• Create and manage social media campaigns.
• Project manage digital assets and content production.
• Stay updated on sector trends and recommend improvements.
• Support business development with proposals and presentations.

Application deadline: 20th May 2025.

Note: For the London programme, applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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