Communications & Social Media Marketing Intern - Summer 2025

The Communications & Social Media Marketing Intern at Smartly will engage in a variety of exciting responsibilities. You'll create and schedule both written and visual content while working closely with Brand, Growth, and Product Marketing teams to implement organic social media campaigns. Additionally, you will assist in strategizing content ideas, monitor social channel engagement, research speaking events for leadership, and conduct analyses on news that relates to our business. Overall, your role is vital in enhancing our digital footprint and supporting cross-team collaboration.

To qualify for the Communications & Social Media Marketing Intern role at Smartly, candidates must be full-time rising Juniors or Seniors at an accredited 4-year College or University. It's essential for applicants to show a strong motivation to learn about marketing and social media, coupled with an ambitious attitude and a readiness to explore new ideas. Importantly, candidates should also be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Candidates joining Smartly as Communications & Social Media Marketing Interns can expect a rich learning experience. You will not only develop hands-on skills by working on real projects but also have the opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams in a creative environment. The experience culminates in a final project presentation, allowing interns to showcase what they've learned and contribute to Smartly's initiatives. This paid internship at $20 per hour ensures you're rewarded for your contributions while fostering professional growth.

Smartly places a significant emphasis on fostering an inclusive environment. As an intern, you'll be part of a multinational team, enriching your perspective and network. Smartly’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach is integral to the company culture, ensuring interns feel respected and hard at work. You’ll have the chance to engage with a variety of viewpoints, making your internship experience even more enriching.

The Smartly Communications & Social Media Marketing Internship is structured over ten weeks, starting on June 2nd and concluding on August 7th, 2025. During this period, interns can expect to work approximately 30 hours a week, giving you enough time to immerse yourself in the experience while balancing other commitments.

When answering this question, highlight any coursework, projects, or personal initiatives you have undertaken related to social media. Discuss specific platforms you have used, any campaigns you've developed, and how you measured their success. This shows your practical experience and understanding of the digital landscape.

Emphasize the importance of staying informed by mentioning your go-to sources for trends and insights, such as industry blogs, webinars, and social media monitoring tools. Share specific examples of how you've applied any recent trends to your own projects or ideas.

Discuss any tools you've used, such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or social media management platforms like Hootsuite. Highlight your hands-on experience and how these tools have helped you create engaging content.

This is a great opportunity to showcase your teamwork skills. Describe a specific project, the challenges you faced, and how the team collaborated to overcome those challenges. Emphasize your role and contribution.

Explain your thought process, including steps like audience research, content planning, engagement strategies, and performance metrics. This shows your strategic understanding of campaign development tailored to the target audience.

Discuss metrics like engagement rate, reach, and conversion rates. Explain why these metrics matter and how they can inform campaign strategy and adjustments, showing your analytical thinking.

Outline a calm and constructive approach for addressing criticism. Emphasize the importance of acknowledging feedback, showing empathy, and providing a solution where possible. This demonstrates your ability to maintain a positive brand image.

Use this question to highlight your distinct skills, interests, or experiences that align with the internship. Perhaps mention your knack for creative writing, your analytical mindset, or your enthusiasm for digital marketing trends, aligning them with Smartly's mission.

Discuss your method for brainstorming ideas, such as drawing inspiration from current events, analyzing competitors, or using audience feedback. Presenting structured methods shows your proactivity and creativity in content creation.

Share your view on the integral part social media plays in brand communication, customer engagement, and feedback loops. Emphasizing its power in shaping perceptions aligns with the core work Smartly performs in digital advertising.