Integrated Communications Intern

The Shipyard • Columbus, OH

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Shipyard is seeking a curious, motivated Integrated Communications Intern to support existing client relationships and gain hands-on exposure to paid, earned, owned, and shared media channels. This paid, part-time internship is based on the Columbus, Ohio team and requires 20–24 hours per week. It is hybrid, with in-office attendance required on Tuesdays and Thursdays; candidates must live near Columbus, Ohio. Compensation is $18 per hour.

The intern will contribute to research, media and influencer list development, editorial planning, reporting, writing, social media and brand audits, and integrated campaign materials. The role includes participation in internal and client meetings and, when appropriate, interaction with local, trade, and national media and influencers. The internship offers exposure to a broad agency environment, varied industries and disciplines, individualized program tailoring, research tools, writing opportunities, and one-on-one mentoring. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Strong research, writing, organizational, and time-management skills.
• A proven understanding of marketing and communications, social media, and digital and traditional media.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Solid critical-thinking skills and the ability to take initiative.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings in an in-person and/or hybrid setting.
• Excellent attention to detail, including proofreading.
• A positive attitude and drive.
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.
• Must live near Columbus, Ohio and be able to attend the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• Current enrollment in higher education, prior completion of a higher-education program, or equivalent hands-on experience is welcomed but not required; career changers are welcome.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship experience in public relations, communications, marketing, or journalism.
• Proficiency using AP Style is preferred.
• Current enrollment in or prior completion of college, university, or vocational/technical education, or equivalent hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new-business and client/competitor research and analysis.
• Develop media lists, influencer lists, editorial calendars, and media results reports.
• Participate in internal team and client meetings.
• Write news releases, website copy, fact sheets, collateral copy, social media content, and other materials; support the development of integrated campaign materials, including case studies.
• Conduct social media and brand research and audits.
• Interact with local, trade, and national media, as well as influencers, when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid internship at $18 per hour.
• One-on-one mentoring with designated team members.
• Opportunity to tailor the internship program to individual needs.
• Exposure to a broad agency setting, diverse industries, and a range of communications, marketing, strategic planning, media, creative, and digital disciplines.
• Opportunity to develop proficiency with Muck Rack and Critical Mention research tools.
• Opportunity to write creative, digital, and media briefs and blog posts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed