Communications Intern

Sonepar Management Group (SMG) supports our Sonepar brands (i.e. operating companies) in the US through a shared services model. These services include, but are not limited to: human resources, finance, digital enterprise, supply chain, vendor relations, marketing, legal, and communications. The SMG teams enable our brands to do business in their local regions while taking advantage of the scale and collective resources of a global enterprise.

SMG fosters an inclusive and supportive culture. We offer leadership and development programs to help you reach your career goals. Our associates share in our collective achievements, and we firmly believe that Sonepar is “Powered by Difference.” By driving technology and innovation, enabling paths to success, and caring about our people and their families, we have built a workplace where you can build a fulfilling career.

 

The Sonepar USA Communications Intern will work collaboratively and independently as they assist with the creation, optimization, and management of content across owned platforms (social media and websites). The Communications Intern will work closely with the Communications team for the production and scheduling of social media content. The Intern will also assist in writing articles for the corporate newsletter and conduct communication audit of Sonepar brand platforms. They will be responsible for tracking internal content performance metrics along with scanning social media platforms for recommendations. This is a 10-week summer internship with a potential start day in May.

 

What you will bring to this opportunity:

• Familiar with: Canva or similar graphic design software
• Experience with Instagram and LinkedIn
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to brainstorm new content ideas and approaches
• Dedicated to continuous improvement of Sonepar brand platforms
• Minimum Education: Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Communications – current Sophomore or Junior (Must be a rising Junior or Senior at time of internship program) GPA: 3.2 or higher

 

*Role is available in Philadelphia,PA or Charleston, SC

 

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What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

• Healthcare plans
• Dental & vision
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings with company match
• Professional and personal development programs

 

• Opportunity to become a shareholder
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
• Robust wellness program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Youtube and learn how we’re “Powering Progress for Future Generations.”

Learn more about us and our Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 
Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable disch