Remote Media & Communications
Internships

For learner looking to break into the fast-paced media world or education providers focused on developing future communications leaders, our remote media and communications internships provide the skills and experience needed to succeed.

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Why Intern in Communications?

The power of words and creativity shapes and influences society. Whether it’s telling compelling stories, informing the public, or shaping public opinion, a career in media and communications can be both challenging and rewarding.

144%

increase in digital-native newsroom employment (Pew Research Center)

$74k

median annual wage for technical writers (US BLS)

$61k

median annual wage for media and communication occupations (US BLS)

90%

of employers prefer to hire candidates with work experience (NACE)

Common Questions Answered…

What are remote communications internships?

Remote media, communications, and publishing internships are opportunities for learners to work with a team to create, develop, and distribute content across various platforms and mediums, such as digital, print, video, photography, and more.

What tasks will communications and media interns undertake?

These tasks may include writing, editing, creating and publishing content, managing social media accounts, conducting research, and working with various forms of media, including print, digital, video, and photography.

What skills will learners gain as a communications intern?

Learners will have the opportunity to develop a variety of skills that will be beneficial for their future career. These include improving their writing and editing abilities, learning how to create and distribute content across different platforms, enhancing their research and analytical skills, and gaining experience in project management and communication with clients and team members. With the competitive nature of these industries, a remote internship can provide them with valuable experience and skills that can set them apart from other job candidates in the future.

More Than a Communications Internship

Don’t take our word for it – hear from remote communications interns…

Anjali

University of Birmingham
– Remote Editorial and Communications internship, with a company based in Hong Kong

“Virtual Internships helped to get me exposed to the daily tasks carried out in a workplace to help a company run efficiently. It was a valuable learning experience and definitely surprised me in the way that journalism companies run.”

Biggest skill gain?

“Gaining experience in writing and publishing articles was definitely my favourite part. I definitely improved in being able to use multiple online tools and software essential to this field.”

Any advice for future interns?

“A team effort is required and everyone must do their part in order for things to run smoothly”

Sophie

Durham University
– Editorial Intern, with a company based in Hong Kong

“After completing the virtual internships program, I now feel confident enough to search for a job within my field.”

Biggest skill gain?

“I am thankful for this opportunity because it cemented my love for writing and abled me to expand my journalism skillset. ”

Any advice for future interns?

“Ask questions!”

Alumdena

Durham University
– Media Intern, with a company based in USA

Virtual internships completely changed my perspectives on remote working. Now I’ve realised that I can do work from anywhere in the world!

Biggest skill gain?

My communication and collaboration skills in a remote working environment.

Any advice for future interns?

Network, network, network!

Rida

University of Sussex
– Game Content Inclusitivity Intern, with a company based in USA

My confidence in gaining employment has increased because now I am confident on what I want to do after I graduate and what I want to achieve in the future. I am thankful that I got this opportunity with Virtual Internships.

Biggest skill gain?

The confidence I have in my communication skills!

Any advice for future interns?

Make the most of this opportunity.

Featured Internships in Media, Publishing and Communications

Social Media Communications Internship

ARV syndicate s.r.o.

Czech Republic

Increase social media engagement across three platforms and work with the content team to create multiple digital assets.

Media and Marketing Internship

Eggworm K.K

Japan

Research potential partnerships on our social media platforms. Support the Director in translation work, new pitches (editing and designing), and creating the company newsletter.

Content Associate Internship

Daastan (Pvt.) Ltd.

Pakistan

Design digital posters and banners for book marketing campaigns. Conduct live sessions on facebook and instagram with authors, literary activists, and more.

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