Corporate Communications Intern

A Little About Us

‍‍For 30 years and counting, Yahoo has served as a trusted guide for hundreds of millions of people globally, helping them achieve their goals big and small online through our portfolio of iconic products. For advertisers, Yahoo offers omnichannel solutions and powerful data to engage with our brands and deliver results.

The Yahoo Communications team tells the stories that help employees, consumers, advertisers, policymakers, and investors understand Yahoo’s mission and use our products. Our team is seeking a creative, energetic intern to support efforts to promote the company’s brand and protect its reputation during our transformation journey.
 

A Lot About You
You will have the opportunity to participate in projects with several cross-functional teams, working to tell the stories of our business and the iconic products people use and love every day, including Yahoo News, Yahoo Finance, Yahoo Search, and Yahoo Sports. You will report to the Corporate Communications Director.  

You will have real responsibility, outstanding training, and the chance to learn from fun, strategic professionals through 1:1 mentorship in a small team setting. During the course of your internship, you will take part in an exciting lineup of intern events and engage in meaningful projects with company-wide and industry impact. Projects may include supporting media briefings, managing data storytelling efforts, and helping establish AI-based communications strategies, as Yahoo continues to be recognized as an industry leader and first-mover for its use of AI in communications. 

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. 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

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

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

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

• 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 complete confidentiality on sensitive topics

• A pulse on current culture and trends; experience managing and drafting social media content is 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 a Bachelor's program and have a strong record of academic achievement

• You can complete an 8-12 week internship over the summer

• Knowledge of and comfortable working within the Google Suite (Google Docs, Google Calendar) and Slack

• 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.

At Yahoo, we offer flexible hybrid work options that our employees love! While most roles don’t require regular office attendance, you may occasionally be asked to attend in-person events or team sessions. You’ll always get notice to make arrangements. Your recruiter will let you know if a specific job requires regular attendance at a Yahoo office or facility. If you have any questions about how this applies to the role, just ask the recruiter!

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 status, disability or any other protected category. Yahoo will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. Yahoo is dedicated to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the application process and for employees during their employment. If you need accessibility assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please submit a request via the Accommodation Request Form (www.yahooinc.com/careers/contact-us.html) or call +1.866.772.3182. Requests and calls received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace strengthens Yahoo and deepens our relationships. When you support everyone to be their best selves, they spark discovery, innovation and creativity. Among other efforts, our 11 employee resource groups (ERGs) enhance a culture of belonging with programs, events and fellowship that help educate, support and create a workplace where all feel welcome.

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