Integrated Communications Intern

About the role

The Shipyard is a leading, independent marketing and communication agency based in Columbus, OH and San Diego, CA. We bring together talented individuals across the creative, communications, media, and digital landscape to engineer brand love through a unified approach of paid, owned, and earned channels.

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 development of integrated campaign materials, including case studies
• Conduct social media and brand research, as well as audits
• Interact with local, trade, and national media, as well as influencers, when appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a full-time undergraduate degree, with junior or senior class standing preferred; preference given to public relations, communications, marketing, advertising, and journalism majors, but all majors will be considered
• Prior internship experience in public relations, communications, marketing, or journalism is a plus
• Strong research, writing, organizational, and time management skills
• A proven understanding of marketing and communications, social media, digital and traditional media
• Excellent communication skills; proficiency using AP Style is preferred
• Solid critical thinking skills and the ability to take initiative
• Ability to work independently and in team settings within an in-person and/or hybrid setting
• Excellent attention to detail, including proofreading
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship