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Digital Content Production Internship 

SickBird Productions

Advertising/Marketing/Sales
Public Relations
  • internship
  • job part time
  • unpaid
  • credit required

Company Information

SickBird is a female-led podcast and digital media company creating high-quality, culturally relevant content that blends raw storytelling, pop culture commentary, and smart, journalistic formats. Focused on emotionally intelligent and culturally curious women, SickBird develops and produces original podcasts and digital series that resonate with modern audiences.

Recognized for its edgy yet polished approach, SickBird’s Founder & CEO Jade Watson and Head of Content Diona DaCosta have each been featured in Forbes for redefining the intersection of journalism, entertainment, and female-led narratives in audio. The company is carving out space in the media landscape for stories that are bold, unfiltered, and creatively produced at the highest standard.

Qualifications

  • Must be enrolled in a college or university and eligible to receive school credit
  • A strong interest in PR, podcasts, digital media, or entertainment journalism
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Organized, proactive, and able to manage time independently in a remote setting
  • Familiarity with Google Drive, social platforms, and basic design tools (Canva, Notion, etc.)
  • Bonus: Experience with PR tools like Muck Rack or podcast platforms like Spotify/Apple

Duties

  • Build and update media lists for podcast launches and campaign outreach
  • Social content creation for SickBird's shows & social channels
  • Assist with pitch decks, lead sourcing, and creative across SickBird's branded content accounts
  • Support the development of episode descriptions, social captions, and promotional language
  • Focus on content creation, editing, posting strategy, and analytics for Snapchat and other digital platforms
  • Assist with pitch decks, lead sourcing, and creative across SickBird's branded content accounts

How to Apply

To apply, students should send their resume, a brief note on their interest in the role, and a writing sample (preferably a press release) to jade@sickbirdproduction.com.

Application Deadline

February 18th, 2026

https://syr.joinhandshake.com/edu/jobs/10159610

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