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Integrated Communications Intern
The Shipyard —Columbus, OH
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Marketing
- Work from home
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Communications & Public Relations Intern (Fall 2026)
American Municipal Power, Inc —Columbus, OH
- Office
- Internship
- Communication skills
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MediaSource —Columbus, OH
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Research
- Organizational skills
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LV Collective —Columbus, OH
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
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Integrated Communications Intern
The Shipyard —Columbus, OH
Opportunity to develop proficiency with leading-edge research tools, including Muck Rack and Critical Mention. Participate in internal team and client meetings.
$18 an hour
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Integrated Communications Intern

The Shipyard -
Columbus, OH

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Job Details

Part-time | Internship
$18 an hour

Benefits

Work from home

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Editorial content writing
AP style
Public Relations
Market research projects
Case study content creation
Microsoft Excel
Presentation software
Social media post writing
News writing
Marketing
Identifying new business opportunities
Word embeddings
Writing press releases
Research
Marketing case studies
Journalist relationship development
Journalism
Communications
Influencer collaborations
Advertising
Leadership
Communication skills
Editing
Entry level
Websites
Content calendars
Time management
Marketing collateral creation

Full 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.

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

Requirements

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

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