Full-Time Internship
Position start date: January 2026
Location: Hybrid, Washington DC
Job Type: General Comms
Hours per Week: 40 hrs
Job Category: General Comms
Counts for 399R credit? Yes, see course requirements.
Counts for 496R credit? Yes, see course requirements.
Wage/Salary: $20/hr
Application Deadline: December 11, 2025
QUALIFICATIONS OF APPLICANT
- Recent college graduate or related experience
- Availability: 40 hours a week from January to May
- Thinking: Do it out of the box. Actually, it’s best if you’re wholly unfamiliar with the concept of boxes
- Digital: Know all the old school and the latest social media platforms, what brands are doing on them and what they should do next
- Communication: Speak, write and edit succinctly and compellingly
- Management: Meet deadlines, put out fires and multi-task. Work fast, and work well
- Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering clear and precise work is a must
- Technical: Know Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. Familiarity with platforms like Cision, Muckrack, Meltwater, Talkwalker, Brandwatch, and/or Quid are a plus
- Dynamic: Ability to work in a fast-paced agency environment
- Spark: Understand what sets you apart
DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES
- Create: Craft written communications including media materials and compelling social content
- Research: Analyze brands using various resources
- Engage: Share big ideas in brainstorms and with teams
- Plan: Assist in event coordination and logistics
- Hustle: Pitch stories to media, develop media lists, track placements, etc.
- Monitor: Track brands in traditional and social media
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To apply, visit webershandwick.com
COMPANY NAME AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION
From creative brainstorming to day-to-day execution, Weber Shandwick’s Interns form the foundation of a talented team that generates groundbreaking, award-winning programs. During the program, you’ll work on campaigns for iconic brands and companies you likely encounter every single day.
What’s in it for you? Our Interns will earn practical experience as fully integrated members of account teams and will receive coaching from Weber Shandwick colleagues to help advance your career goals.