Integrated Communications Intern

The Shipyard; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Shipyard in Columbus, OH is seeking a curious Integrated Communications Intern to join our team part-time (20-24 hours/week) in a hybrid work model. The paid internship pays $18/hour and supports exposure to paid, earned, owned, and shared media across client relationships.

Hybrid position with in-office attendance required on Tuesdays and Thursdays; candidates must reside near Columbus, OH. We value diverse backgrounds and encourage applications even if all requirements are not met.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in higher education (college, university, or vocational program) is preferred but not required.
• Strong research and writing abilities are essential.
• AP Style proficiency is preferred for all writing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research on new business opportunities and client/competitor analysis.
• Develop media lists and calendars; prepare media results reports.
• Write news releases, collateral copy, website content, social posts, and case studies.

Skills

Research skills

Strong writing

AP Style proficiency

Time management

Education

Currently enrolled in higher education

Job description

The Shipyard is a leading, independent marketing and communication agency headquartered in Columbus, OH and San Diego, CA that brings together talented individuals across the creative, communications, media and digital landscape.

Uniquely designed to Engineer Brand Love through a unifying approach of paid, owned and earned channels, we work together to grow brands that audiences can't help but love.

Our family of brands, Fahlgren Mortine, TURNER and TinyWins, spans integrated communications, travel and lifestyle, and digital innovation, giving us the range and depth to deliver for clients locally, regionally and nationally.

Momentum is nothing without the people driving it. See who we are at https://theshipyard.com/culture before you hit apply!

Summary

We are looking for a curious, motivated Integrated Communications Intern to join our Columbus, OH team part-time, working 20-24 hours per week. This paid internship ($18/hour) offers hands-on exposure to the intersection of paid, earned, owned, and shared media channels while supporting the company's existing client relationships.

This is a hybrid work from home/office position (in-office attendance is required on Tuesdays & Thursdays) and the candidate must live near Columbus, OH.

At The Shipyard, we know that it's your unique talents, backgrounds, and perspectives that make you who you are, just like our team, who come from various career paths and experiences. We believe we can't be truly diverse without you bringing your most authentic self to the agency.

Studies show that people from marginalized communities may not always apply for positions if they don't meet every single requirement in a job posting. At The Shipyard, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements. We believe that your passion for what we stand for — our values and purpose — is just as important as meeting every checkbox.

What You'll Do

• 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
• Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• Current enrollment in higher education (college, university, or vocational/technical program), prior completion of one, or equivalent hands-on experience is a plus, but not required. We welcome career changers as well!
• 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
• A positive attitude and drive
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

• Exposure to a broad agency setting spanning communications, marketing, strategic planning, media, creative, and digital disciplines
• Experience across a range of industries, including consumer, non-profit, B2B, education, healthcare, retail, technology, and economic development/tourism accounts
• Ability to tailor the internship program to individual needs
• Opportunity to develop proficiency with leading-edge research tools, including Muck Rack and Critical Mention
• Opportunity to write creative, digital, and media briefs, and blog posts
• One-on-one mentoring with designated team members
• Exposure to a variety of focus areas, including account management, media relations, internal communications, strategic research, branding, brand planning, crisis communications, social media, influencer marketing, digital marketing, media planning and buying, paid search, and more

Requirements

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