Communications Internships
Communications internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in content creation, media relations, and strategic messaging, mentorship from working communications professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Education, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, with AARP, healthcorps, and HNTB Corporation among the employers posting roles now.
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Position Summary: The Marketing and Communications Intern’s primary responsibility will be to support all functions of Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center’s Marketing and Communications including marketing, advertising, public relations and internal communications. This internship is designed to be both educational and practical. In this position the intern will learn howto take the skills they may have acquired in school related to his or her particular areas of interest and apply them in professional setting. They will gain a better understanding of the role that the Marketing and Communications team play for PVHMC and for the Community. The Marketing and Communications team is a three-member team, supported by marketing and public relations consultants. This internship is intended to be temporary and/or as needed basis.
Required Qualifications: Current enrollment as a Junior or Senior in an undergraduate degree program with an interest to work in the general communications, marketing or public relations fields. High degree of responsibility and accountability with proficient written and verbal communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Canva (graphic design).
Preferred Qualifications: Video production & editing capabilities. Bilingual (Spanish).
Salary range: $23.00/hour. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
As part of our ongoing effort to remain an employer of choice, eligible employees who work qualifying weekend shifts receive a competitive weekend rate.
Location: Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center · MARKETING/PUBLIC RELATIONS
Schedule: Part time on-call, 1 - Days, Days
Position Summary: The Marketing and Communications Intern’s primary responsibility will be to support all functions of Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center’s Marketing and Communications including marketing, advertising, public relations and internal communications. This internship is designed to be both educational and practical. In this position the intern will learn howto take the skills they may have acquired in school related to his or her particular areas of interest and apply them in professional setting. They will gain a better understanding of the role that the Marketing and Communications team play for PVHMC and for the Community. The Marketing and Communications team is a three-member team, supported by marketing and public relations consultants. This internship is intended to be temporary and/or as needed basis.
Required Qualifications: Current enrollment as a Junior or Senior in an undergraduate degree program with an interest to work in the general communications, marketing or public relations fields. High degree of responsibility and accountability with proficient written and verbal communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Canva (graphic design).
Preferred Qualifications: Video production & editing capabilities. Bilingual (Spanish).
Salary range: $23.00/hour. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
As part of our ongoing effort to remain an employer of choice, eligible employees who work qualifying weekend shifts receive a competitive weekend rate.
Location: Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center · MARKETING/PUBLIC RELATIONS
Schedule: Part time on-call, 1 - Days, Days
Communications Internship Market
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Tips for Your Communications Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers in media, public relations, and corporate communications open summer internship applications the preceding fall. If you wait until spring, the structured cohorts at those companies are often already filled. Smaller employers and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so checking listings consistently throughout the year catches both windows.
Build a portfolio before you start applying
Communications intern hiring teams want something to read, not just a list of classes. Put two or three complete samples together, published articles, press releases, social media campaign write-ups, or pitch decks, and host them somewhere linkable. Include the tools you used and the context for each piece so reviewers understand your process.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and your professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles appear publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller communications cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and hedges against programs that recruit exclusively on campus.
Practice the actual interview format before you apply
Communications intern interviews typically involve a writing exercise, an editing task, or a situational question about how you'd handle a real scenario like a media inquiry or a messaging crisis. Practice your answers out loud and be ready to explain your editorial decisions, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer you give.
Target structured internship programs built for new entrants
Many large media companies, agencies, and corporate communications teams run formal cohort programs designed to train people with little professional experience. These programs recruit early, fill their cohorts in the first application wave, and are more competitive than individual team postings. Identify the ones that match your background and submit in the first round of openings.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 37% of the communications internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to before you start reviewing listings, then filter by location and work type so you're not sorting through roles you cannot take. Applying only to positions that fit your situation keeps your energy on the opportunities worth pursuing.
Communications Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a communications internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For communications candidates, that means a portfolio of published articles, press releases, social media campaigns, or writing samples that recruiters can actually read and assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a communications internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for communications interns is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and clarity on the return-offer timeline before your internship ends. Treat every project as a work sample, ask for feedback early, and understand the team's hiring plans without counting on an offer.
When should I apply for communications internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers in media, corporate communications, and public relations recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as roles open gives you the widest window.
Are communications internships paid?
Most professional communications internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Listings show pay where the employer discloses it, so you can compare before you apply. Nonprofit and some government placements are more likely to be unpaid or stipend-based, so check the listing details.
What should a communications internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For communications candidates, that means a linked portfolio showing published articles, press releases, social media content, or campaign case studies, along with the tools you used. Add relevant coursework in journalism, public relations, or strategic communications, keep everything to one page, and put your portfolio link at the top.
Are there remote communications internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 63% of the communications internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early and use the work-type filter to see them before they close.
Can international students get communications internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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