Communications Intern

Yahoo serves as a trusted guide for hundreds of millions of people globally, helping them achieve their goals online through our portfolio of iconic products. For advertisers, Yahoo Advertising offers omnichannel solutions and powerful data to engage with our brands and deliver results.

Position Overview

With so much taking shape at Yahoo and an immense opportunity to share our story, the Yahoo Communications team is looking for a creative and energetic intern to support the work to promote the company’s brand and protect its reputation during our transformation journey. This individual will have the opportunity to participate in projects with several cross-functional teams. This person reports to the Corporate Communications Director.  

You will have real responsibility, outstanding training, and the chance to learn from the best through 1:1 mentorship in a small team setting. As an intern, you will gain valuable work experience while developing your skills and establishing a track record to set you up for a potential full-time position after graduation. 

During the course of your internship, you will take part in an exciting lineup of intern events and engage in meaningful projects that significantly impact the success of our businesses. At the end of your summer, you will have the opportunity to present your work to our leadership and network with our hiring managers.

Responsibilities of the Corporate Communications Intern

The Communications Intern will work a wide range of deliverables to support the team’s work to tell Yahoo’s story. You will help us strategize and think outside the box with the goal of reaching our audiences in new places. 

• Draft messaging, briefing docs, press pitches, and social content (LinkedIn) to support communications campaigns

• Monitor industry trends and news to ensure that our message effectively reaches our target audience

• Develops media lists, monitors news coverage and assists with press releases and media outreach activities.

• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of communication campaigns

• You will ensure that our brand message is clear, consistent, and engaging across all channels

Qualifications

• Previous experience in communications and/or public relations settings

• Pursuing a college degree with a major in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field

• Strong written communication skills with an emphasis on copywriting and editing

• Ability to maintain full confidentiality on sensitive topics

• A pulse on current culture and trends; experience managing and drafting social media content a plus

• Flexible approach to working as part of a global team

• Curiosity, empathy and a driving desire to learn

• Someone with a sense of humor who is ready to roll up their sleeves and help support our growing function 

Yahoo Internship Program Requirements

• You are actively enrolled in Bachelor's program and have a strong record of academic achievement

• You are able to complete an 8-12 week internship over the summer

• Knowledge of and comfortable working within Google Suite

• Organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize projects based on deadlines

• Ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency

• Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability

The material job duties and responsibilities of this role include those listed above as well as adhering to Yahoo policies; exercising sound judgment; working effectively, safely and inclusively with others; exhibiting trustworthiness and meeting expectations; and safeguarding business operations and brand integrity.

Yahoo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran