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Communications Intern
Location
United States
Posted
95 days ago
Salary
$28 / hour
Seniority
Entry Level
Job Description
Communications Intern
Airbnb
• Own and complete a capstone project from beginning to end • Collaborate with multiple team members to achieve project milestones • Communicate with stakeholders across different teams to provide project updates • Seek and provide feedback throughout the internship • Actively participate in and contribute to the Communications team and broader Airbnb community • Monitor and analyze brand and competitor social media, providing insights and research • Analyze social media performance for brand and influencer partners, preparing metrics and reports • Create slide decks, documents, and compile editorial press pitches and Newsroom posts • Facilitate Host outreach for approvals on featuring stays in press and obtaining photo credits • Support program management of campaigns, including drafting briefs, press materials, and maintaining trackers • Assist in talent consultant needs, team coordination, and scheduling meetings/travel • Collaborate with internal teams and agencies to develop global media strategies for consumer campaigns • Stay informed about evolving trends through social media monitoring and news cycles, identifying press opportunities • Track performance of evergreen influencer program • Manage inbound influencer requests • Flag and contribute to opportunities for real-time social content • Help plan surprise & delight trips based on social media listening
Job Requirements
- Undergraduate major or graduate program in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, or similar field
- Previously worked in a PR agency, Communications team, or newsroom
- Excellent writing skills with a keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy and quality
- Strong verbal communication abilities complemented by interpersonal skills that allows effective collaboration
- Proficient in time management and organization, with the ability to manage quick and unexpected deadlines
- Adaptability and flexibility to handle fast-paced environments and unexpected deadlines
- Familiarity with social media platforms and landscapes (ie. X, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.)
- Experience in building organic campaigns and strategies for favorable press and social buzz, creating social media content, or community engagement
- Interest in and basic understanding of the business and branding and a passion for pop culture, social media, and trends
- Passion for the Airbnb mission; experience with the platform is a plus!
- Work authorization for employment in the United States is required - visa sponsorship is unavailable.
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