Award: $3,000 scholarship + twelve-week part-time paid internship with Hannah Cranston Media (New York, NY)

Established in 2026, the Hannah Cranston Media Fellowship will award one student annually who is pursuing career in public relations or communications. This fellowship will annually award one student with a $3,000 scholarship and a paid twelve-week part-time internship with Hannah Cranston Media in New York, NY.

A Foster the Future Fellowship

About Hannah Cranston Media:

Hannah Cranston Media (HCM) is the PR agency for changemakers, specializing in impact-driven brands that champion health and wellness, AI solutions, and equity-driven innovation. The New York and Los Angeles based agency partners with pioneers to drive conversations that shape cultural and societal discourse. By amplifying clients’ stories and innovations, the agency helps create real-world access to solutions that impact millions. Leading the charge toward a new era in PR, HCM crafts campaigns that fuel societal progress, redefine industries, and shift public consciousness. For more information, visit www.hannahcranstonmedia.com or email hello@hannahcranstonmedia.com.

Scholarship Criteria:

Judges will be looking for applicants who meet the following criteria:

• A registered undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited college or university.
• A graduating senior.
• Pursuing a major in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
• A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Previous public relations or writing-focused work experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States, have a state-issued ID and second form of identification for hourly work.
• Ability to work in person in Hannah Cranston Media's office in New York, NY three days per week (Monday-Wednesday).
• Preference will be given to students who are BIPOC-identified or identify as a member of an underrepresented minority group.

Application:

• The completed online application form.
• A cover letter.
• A writing sample.

This scholarship is funded by Hannah Cranston Media.

Internship Salary: $17.00/hour

Applications Open: January 15, 2026

Application Deadline: February 17, 2026