Social Media Creative Intern: Content, Design & Video

Aptiv; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Learning and development opportunities

Discount programs with manufacturers/​

Recognition for innovation

Job summary

Aptiv is seeking a creative Social Media Intern to support global social media and digital communications. You will craft content that highlights Aptiv’s innovations and supports campaigns, thought leadership, and events, blending strategy with hands-on creative work.

You'll develop graphics, edit videos, and design assets while translating complex technologies into engaging stories. This internship emphasizes collaboration, high-quality output, and learning across platforms.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Familiarity with major social platforms and digital trends.
• Ability to translate technical info into engaging content.
• Strong attention to detail and project management.
• Experience with design/video tools listed above.
• Portfolio showcasing social content, design, video, photography.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing social content across LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube.
• Support content planning and scheduling via management tools.
• Draft social copy aligned with Aptiv’s brand voice.
• Monitor trends to identify new content opportunities.
• Track performance and contribute to monthly analytics.
• Create engaging visual content communicating complex tech clearly.
• Develop graphics, infographics, and event assets.
• Edit short- and long-form videos for social and events.
• Create video highlights, reels, motion graphics, and event recap videos.
• Add captions, transitions, music, and on-screen branding.
• Assist filming interviews and event footage when needed.
• Optimize video formats for different platforms.
• Design platform-specific assets with Aptiv branding.
• Create carousel posts, banners, and campaign assets.
• Develop reusable templates for social and internal comms.
• Maintain high quality and consistency across materials.

Skills

Content creation

Storytelling

Social media savvy

Writing & editing

Photography

Education

Bachelor's degree (or pursuing) in Communications/Marketing/PR/Digital Media/Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Figma

PowerPoint

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

CapCut

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Aptiv is seeking a creative Social Media Intern to support global social media and digital communications. You will craft content that highlights Aptiv’s innovations and supports campaigns, thought leadership, and events, blending strategy with hands-on creative work.

You'll develop graphics, edit videos, and design assets while translating complex technologies into engaging stories. This internship emphasizes collaboration, high-quality output, and learning across platforms.