Job Summary:

BDO is seeking a driven Marketing & Communications intern who is motivated to do meaningful work and gain valuable experience and skill sets in a people-first, growth-centric  environment. The intern will work closely with a Marketing & Communications Manager to support diverse individual and group projects . The intern is responsible for assigned projects, working hands-on with team members to see them through to completion and presenting the project outcomes. The intern will bring value to various teams through an effective project management approach, critical thinking skills, peer engagement, and unique perspectives.

Job Duties:

The intern is responsible for executing projects assigned across various functions in the Marketing & Communications department: 

Cross-Functional Project Support

• Works with team members to understand goals, timelines, audiences and desired outcomes of assigned projects
• Executes project tasks as directed, following department standards and processes
• Communicates project status, timelines and risks to project leads across multiple teams 
• Completes project documentation, summaries and reports as needed
• Asks clarifying questions and incorporates feedback to improve quality of work and help drive project success

Marketing & Communications Functional Support 

• Drafts, edits and formats communications and content for a variety of audiences and channels (internal and external)
• Supports the development, review and distribution of deliverables across multiple platforms (e.g., intranet, SharePoint, emails, presentations, campaigns)
• Supports projects related to the firm’s internal digital workplace and employee communications platforms
• Assists with content updates and user experience improvements across internal platforms
• Audits content, documents and platforms to ensure accuracy, consistency and up-to-date information
• Pulls, organizes and circulates reports and data to support decision-making 
• Assists with compiling market, audience and competitor research, as well as organizing inputs from project leads/stakeholders 
• Supports data quality, content governance and operational documentation efforts 
• Participates in team meetings, project reviews and brainstorming sessions
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Relations or Communications (required)

Experience:

• N/A

License/Certifications:

• N/A

Software:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word (required)
• Comfortable using digital collaboration tools, project management and content management platforms (e.g., intranet/CMS tools), preferred 
• SharePoint preferred

Language:

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm 
• Comfortable supporting a variety of Marketing & Communications functions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment and learn new processes and tools quickly
• Flexibility to support multiple projects at a given time
• Multi-task successfully while working independently or within a team environment 
• Excellent organizational and project management skills 
• Strong attention to brand voice, tone and message consistency
• Detail oriented, with a commitment to quality and accuracy when developing or proofreading content 

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

California Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr
Colorado Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
Illinois Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Maryland Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr
Massachusetts Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Minnesota Range: $32.00/hr - $36.00/hr
New Jersey Range: $34.00/hr - $42.00/hr
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $36.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Washington Range: $35.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Washington DC Range: $34.00/hr - $38.00/hr

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. 

At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team.  BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. 

We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:

• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
• Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
• Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
• Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
• BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.”  Click here to find out more!

*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets