Social Intern

Highwire•New York, NY

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Highwire is seeking a social intern to join our growing team to help develop and deliver programs and campaigns on behalf of some of the biggest brands. This is a hands-on and varied role for someone eager to grow a career in social media and digital marketing. The role is suited for someone comfortable working in a fast-paced agency environment who excels at time management, attention to detail and communication. The digital landscape is ever-changing and we expect you to explore, constantly: New online communities, new pockets of influencers, and new paid media branding opportunities or tactics. You will combine excellent copywriting, curiosity and a strong sense of teamwork. If you are ever-curious and eager to implement the latest digital marketing trends in support of client goals, then this is the internship for you. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across up to four client accounts, working to multiple deadlines on a weekly basis. You will work closely with integrated marketing colleagues representing digital strategists, designers and public relations professionals. Highwire’s Internship Program stands out in our industry. With dedicated managers and mentors supporting your growth and an immediate contributing role on real client teams, Highwire interns get the coaching and experience that builds confidence and hones marketing skills.

Requirements

Recent college graduate
An enthusiastic self-starter with a ‘can do’ attitude Attention to detail is a must as you will be producing client-facing documents
Ability to multitask and prioritize work across multiple projects and clients
A team player that is comfortable hitting deadlines
Thoughtful communicator able to work independently and keep teams updated
Strong writing and editing skills with exemplary English grammar
Ability to navigate and master social media and social networking sites
Genuine interest in technology and comfortable working in technical and regulated industries
Education and/or experience in digital marketing and/or communications

Responsibilities

Contribute to integrated marketing teams that include PR, social media, content creation, demand generation
Develop draft copy for social media posts
Develop design briefs for social media and advertising assets
Set up paid social media and search campaigns, for review by digital manager/director
Monitor campaigns on a daily basis, identify areas for improvement and make proactive suggestions, develop checklists where required
Prepare weekly updates and reports to track growth and success of campaigns
Attend client meetings, take notes and assign actions
Monitor social media activity and take responsibility for community engagement based on agreed escalation plans, social media guidelines and best practices on a per-channel basis
Keep up to date and informed on new social media trends. Share timely observations and recommendations with the wider Digital team and demonstrate how we can all adapt accordingly
Make optimization recommendations for improving campaign effectiveness and delivery
Advanced measurement and reporting, including the use of automated dashboards like Google Data Studio

Benefits

Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth
Flexible hybrid work model tailored to your schedule and lifestyle
Generous vacation policy, including extended summer and winter breaks
Early log-off on Fridays through our Empower Hours program
401(k) plan with employer matching
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA options
Paid parental leave
Commuter benefits
Home office equipment stipend
Annual Growth Mindset Stipend for books, events, or learning experiences
Monthly technology reimbursement
Wellness benefit program for mental and physical health
Donation matching program
Mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities
Monthly recognition and team celebrations
Employee referral and new business referral bonuses
Quarterly Highwire events and team gatherings
Dog-friendly office environment
A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace where you can grow and do your best work