Fall 2026 Intern, CommunicationsNew

Intern Expectations

• Work 24-29.9 hours a week during the session.
• Learns about other areas within Excel through lunch and learns.

Important Dates

• Fall Program runs from Monday, September 14th, 2026 through Thursday, December 10th, 2026.

Office Hours

• 9:00 am - 6:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday
• OR as agreed upon with advisor

Requirements

• Available to work under 30 hours per week.
• Available to report to the New York office approximately 3-days a week.
• Senior standing in college (must have completed junior year of undergrad) OR Enrolled in a graduate school OR Have a bachelor’s or postgraduate degree.

Interview Process

• Applications will close on August 14th, 2026.
• The program will begin on September 14th, 2026.

Communications Associate Expectations

• Learn how to develop, edit, and proofread materials.
• Conduct background research, compile, and analyze media and competitor coverage.
• Engage with and establish relationships with media and influencers.
• Develop and regularly update media lists and editorial calendars.
• Manage reactive media requests and proactively pitch client announcement and initiatives.
• Support relative Comms leads on various projects across Talent, Brands and Properties.
• Provide administrative support to entire Communications team including managing a shared calendar, interview request and coverage tracking.
• Develop and distribute regular internal and external communications materials.
• Maintain media placements for client coverage.
• Research and develop media lists.
• Develop and curate innovative storylines for clients.
• Pitch clients for feature stories.
• Aid in creating pitch opportunities for the agency as well as Brand Marketing clients.
• Use and utilize public relations programs like Cision to research and develop media lists.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong storytelling, editorial and writing skills.
• Collaborative, engaging and a self-starter.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a high-pace, dynamic environment.
• Social intelligence and effective communication skills.
• Uncompromised ethics, integrity and morally sound behavior.

Pay

The pay for this position is: $17.00 per hour.