Integrated Communications Intern

The Shipyard; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

The Shipyard in Columbus, OH is seeking an Integrated Communications Intern to join the team part-time. This paid internship offers 20-24 hours per week, a hybrid work setup with in-office attendance on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and an $18/hour wage.

You will gain hands-on exposure to paid, earned, owned, and shared media while supporting client relationships. Responsibilities include research, media list development, meeting participation, writing news releases and copy, and assisting with

Qualifications

• Pursuing full-time undergraduate degree; junior or senior preferred.
• Prior internship in PR, communications, marketing, or journalism is a plus.
• Strong research, writing, organizational, and time management skills.
• Understanding of marketing and communications, social media, and both digital and traditional media.
• Excellent communication skills; AP Style proficiency preferred.
• Solid critical thinking and initiative.
• Ability to work independently and in teams in in-person and/or hybrid settings.
• Excellent proofreading and attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and drive.
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.

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 materials; support integrated campaigns.
• Conduct social media and brand research and audits.
• Interact with local, trade, and national media, as well as influencers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Research

Writing

Time management

Communication

AP Style

Education

Undergrad student (junior/senior)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

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.

We're growing, and we're looking for people who are too. Come build something meaningful with us.

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.

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

• 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
• 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.