Intern, Brand Marketing at Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) – Alexandria, Virginia

SUMMARY

SHRM’s paid internship program enables students to participate in valuable real-world work experience through a variety of tailored assignments within their areas of interest and fields of study. Students will be tasked with different team-specific projects, and tasks, and participate in professional development projects and events to prepare them for their future careers.

This is a paid internship starting at $20.00/Hour.

This is a 10 week, summer internship from June 2, 2026 - August 6, 2026. 

Responsibilities:

• Draft and edit social media copy, blog summaries, and internal brand communications to support ongoing campaigns and initiatives.

• Assist in brainstorming sessions by contributing creative ideas for brand activations, social content, and campaign concepts.

• Compile research findings into clear, concise summaries to inform brand strategy discussions.

• Support the development of internal presentations by organizing content, refining messaging, and ensuring visual consistency with brand standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Marketing, Events, Content, Digital) to gather inputs and ensure brand alignment across projects.

• Support on SHRM26 logistical planning.

• Assist with brand asset organization and documentation to maintain consistency across materials.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Field of study: pursuing a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, digital media, or other related fields

• 0-3 years of relevant work experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and analytical skills

• High levels of commitment and initiative

• Ability to navigate or willingness to learn technology and software

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments at a given time to

• Possess creative thinking and problem-solving skills while implementing direction and feedback

• Thrives in an entrepreneurial environment

• Ability to successfully work in a team 

• Ability and willingness to follow directions

• Professional demeanor 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment

• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook

• Ability to effectively leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and improve overall work quality.

Additional Notes

Physical Requirements

This position operates in a typical office environment and requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Physical requirements may include:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, handling documents, and using office equipment.

• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds as needed.

• Clear verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and stakeholders.

Work environment

Hybrid Schedule (3 Days In-Office / 2 Days Remote):
This position follows a hybrid work schedule, with Tuesday through Thursday in office and Monday and Friday remote. Employees must be available during standard business hours, with core hours beginning between 8:00–9:00 a.m. and concluding between 5:00–6:00 p.m. local time.