Responsibilities

• Support daily monitoring of Wayfair media coverage and industry news
• Assist with external communications efforts, including building media lists, maintaining media coverage trackers, and supporting reporting and analytics
• Draft and edit content for external channels such as stories for AboutWayfair.com and social media posts for Linkedin and Instagram
• Draft copy for The Stand-Up, Wayfair’s weekly internal newsletter.
• Create photo collages and assist with other sections of the newsletter when required.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to create comms plans and digital signage.
• Upload internal communications to internal company channels
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to identify compelling stories, announcements, and events to feature internally and externally.
• Assist with internal company-wide meetings, including assisting with slides, taking photos, crafting and sending comms, tracking feedback from post-meeting surveys.
• Assist with content creation, including basic design, photo and video capture at Wayfair events, and light editing using tools like Canva.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English or other relevant program, with the expectation that degree will be obtained between December 2027 and May 2028
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Must be returning to the course of study following completion of the internship
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by Wayfair now or in the future. Visa sponsorship includes the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN.

Preferred

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and tone
• Interest in corporate communications, media, storytelling, and/or brand reputation
• Organized, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• A proactive, curious self-starter who is eager to learn and ask questions
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Some familiarity with or an interest in learning tools such as Canva and media monitoring platforms
• An interest in data, metrics, and using insights to inform communications decisions
• An interest in GenAI tools

Benefits

• Build Future-Ready Skills: Gain hands-on experience using modern technology platforms and approved AI tools, developing practical fluency for today’s tech landscape.
• Receive Dedicated Mentorship: Get regular 1:1 guidance and feedback from your manager, alongside personalized support from a formal mentor.
• Learn from Senior Leaders: Explore various career paths through open dialogues and Q&A sessions with Wayfair leadership.
• Tackle Real Challenges: Participate in an intern-wide innovation project to build your strategic thinking and creative problem-solving skills in high-growth areas.
• Grow Your Network: Connect with peers and colleagues through casual coffee chats, social gatherings, and professional development workshops.
• Make an Impact: Give back to local communities through organized volunteer opportunities and join intern-led social events.
• Experience Boston: Enjoy iconic city events with your cohort, including a Red Sox game and a Boston Harbor cruise.
• Enjoy Employee Perks: Take advantage of the Wayfair employee discount throughout your internship, as well as office amenities like our yoga studio, Peloton bikes, game rooms, free snacks and coffee.