2027 Intern – Communications & Brand Strategy Intern

Austin, TX (Hybrid)

$53K/yr – $98K/yrIntern/New GradFull time

Posted 7 weeks ago

Job Summary

Owns the design and execution of IBM's external and internal communications for priority business areas, leading research, messaging, and storytelling across audiences.

  • Support media relations and executive communications
  • Develop audience strategies and messaging
  • Create briefs and storytelling materials

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Supporting media relations, executive communications, or thought leadership for priority business areas
  • Developing social, community, or influencer strategies to engage key audiences
  • Building communications plans for market moments, events, launches, or executive priorities
  • Conducting audience, analyst, competitor, or market research to inform positioning and messaging
  • Creating briefs, messaging, and storytelling materials that make IBM’s business value clear and compelling
  • Supporting internal communications that help IBMers understand company strategy, culture, and impact

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited University
  • Available for an internship in Summer 2027
  • Rising senior for the 2027-2028 school year
  • Basic knowledge of communications, public relations, brand strategy, social media, journalism, marketing, or a related field
  • Fluent in English; strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Writing sample or a portfolio of writing or work demonstrating success in primary responsibilities for the role
  • Ability to work without a need for current or future Visa sponsorship

Preferred

  • Curiosity, problem-solving skills, and the ability to turn research into insights
  • Strong storytelling, writing, editing, journalism, content strategy, or creative communication skills
  • A strategic, data-driven mindset and interest in technology, business, brand, or reputation
  • Bachelor’s Degree
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Salaries

Posted range

$53K/yr – $98K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

Communications median pay in the United States

$93K/yr

Most earn $70K to $138K. Based on 5,757 salaries, including bonus and equity.

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