Crisis Communications Intern (Spring 2025)

Company Information

We’re passionate about expanding the boundaries of what we offer our clients by bringing diverse perspectives to the table. Are you creative and daring? Do you have digital savvy? Do you love to collaborate and solve complex issues? Are you ready to launch your career with Weber Shandwick? 
From creative brainstorming to day-to-day execution, Weber Shandwick’s Interns become an important part of a talented team that generates groundbreaking, award-winning programs. During the program, you’ll work  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 team members to help advance your career goals.

Qualifications

• Must be available to start January 2025
• The ideal candidate must be a college graduate, a current senior or have demonstrated transferrable skills
• Candidates who can work full-time or part-time will both be considered
• Thinking: Do it out of the box. Actually, it’s best if you’re wholly unfamiliar with the concept of boxes
• Communication: Speak, write and edit succinctly and compellingly
• Digital: Know all the old school and the latest social media platforms, what brands are doing on them and what they should do next
• 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 are critical
• Technical: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with platforms like Cision, Muckrack, Meltwater, Talkwalker, and/or TV Eyes a plus
• Dynamic: You must be able to work in a fast-paced agency environment and juggle tasks
• Spark: Understand what sets you apart

Duties

• Create: Craft written communications including statements, key messages, and tough Q&As, and more
• Research: Analyze brand risks and live issues using various tracking tools
• Engage: Problem solve in real-time and with teams
• Hustle: Provide support across a range of complex, high-profile corporate issues/crisis communications situations
• Monitor: Track brands in traditional and social media

How to Apply

To apply, use the external application link

Application Deadline

January 12th, 2025

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