Public Relations Internship

At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great food, family, and fun! Our purpose and our passion is to create the best place for kids and families to eat and play!

Job Description

At CEC Entertainment, we build careers around great food, family, and fun! Our purpose and our passion is to create the best place for kids and families to eat and play!

CEC Entertainment, the global leader in family entertainment and operator of Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, is seeking an Intern for the Fall semester in our Marketing Department - Public Relations team.

This is a paid internship that will provide you an opportunity for professional growth and development. This program will not qualify for college credit (exceptions may apply). This exciting opportunity will be based at our Corporate Support Center in Irving, TX and requires 40 hours a week, with work hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This will be a hybrid work arrangement of mostly in-person/on-site work and some remote/WFH.

You will have the opportunity to learn:

* Achieving the business goal of elevating the awareness of the brands campaigns, promotions, and overall company story.

* Working alongside the marketing team and cross-functional departments, you will work on various projects, developing and enhancing your industry knowledge, marketing interests, skill, and organizational experience.

Applicable majors/interests:

* Advertising

* Communications

* Journalism

* Public Relations

* Marketing

General responsibilities may include (but not limited to):

* Assist with brand campaigns, seasonal promotions, and national event launches.

* Participate in weekly status meetings and brainstorming sessions.

* Create and maintain media lists and help support project management.

* Assist with marketing/PR event logistics and execution.

* Help manage Chuck E. Cheese Fan mail and helping develop a process across our departments.

* Support with research and analysis across campaigns.

* Develop reporting and content for our corporate social media channels.

* Communicate and collaborate with agencies, vendors, and partners.

* Attend cross-departmental and cross-functional meetings.

* Create a portfolio of work completed during your time at CEC Entertainment that you can showcase to future employers.

You should have:

* A Bachelor's degree or higher in progress

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Ability to multitask

* Must be self-motivated, driven, and able to work independently as well as part of a team

* Experience with any of the following platforms is a plus, but not required: Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Teams), Adobe Creative Suite, Basecamp, Smart Sheets, WordPress, Google Analytics, Google My Business, Yext, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter

* Spanish bilingual speaking is a plus

Physical Demands:
To perform the duties of this position, the incumbent must have the ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, twist, reach, and carry, lift, pull, push between 1 - 25 lbs. Incumbent must use a computer, with the repetitive movement of both hands. Incumbent must be able to work an 8-hour shift, with some overtime. Incumbent must also be available to travel to various locations by airplane or by operating a vehicle if needed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions is included.

CEC Entertainment offers a wide variety of benefits including Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow employer, and this position offers some work from home "WFH" flexibility.

NO OUTSIDE RECRUITERS OR AGENCIES

At Chuck E Cheese, we care about the safety and health of our guests and employees. We have rigorous health and sanitation standards, and our operational procedures are designed to meet or exceed local requirements and most importantly to protect the health of our teams and guests

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

#Diversity #Inclusion #Culture

The Company:

CEC Entertainment, LLC ("CEC"), headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza and Chuck's Arcade brands.

Chuck E. Cheese celebrates over half a million birthdays annually, dedicated to creating joyful, lasting memories through fun, food, and play. As the placeWhere a Kid Can Be a Kid, the brand is committed to safetythrough programs like Kid Check and community support, having donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. In 2025, Chuck E. Cheese received the "Best in STEM" award and was named one of America's Greatest Workplaces, highlighting its industry leadership both in innovation and employee well-being.

Peter Piper Pizza offers a neighborhood pizzeria experience with quality food, engaging entertainment, and lifelong memories because fun isn't added on---"The Fun is Baked In"! Through amusement and connection, families and communities are brought together every day. Both Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza champion play through different attractions to support physical wellness and strengthen motor skills in kids.

CEC Entertainment and its franchisees operate nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across45statesand 18countries. The company proudly fosters a culture of diversity and celebrates fun and play to unite every family. Learn more at chuckecheese.com and peterpiperpizza.com.

Benefits:

CEC Entertainment offers a wide variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) retirement savings plan to eligible U.S. employees as part of their overall employment package. We also offer job training and career growth opportunities. Chuck E. Cheese is a "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" employer.

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At CEC Entertainment, we believe that our workforce should reflect the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of many guests we serve. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, genetics, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state or local protected class.