Social Media Intern

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Looking for a Social Media internship? Walker Sands is looking for a socially savvy marketer to serve as a social media intern for a paid 12-week internship. This position is hybrid and will report to our Chicago office.

WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!

Our Social Media Intern will support our Social Media Managers with basic reporting, community and content management, influencer research, post creation and creative brainstorming.

We are looking for someone with an interest in social media trends and ever-evolving platforms — bonus points if you’re a solid writer and love to dive deep into social media analytics.

As part of our Internship Program, you will work on a small team for clients that specialize in B2B and technology sectors. You must be a self-starter and able to think on your feet and change gears quickly. At the end of the internship, you will have had in-depth exposure to what it's like to work in the marketing industry and the possibility of joining our social media team full-time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in writing, posting and scheduling content across social media platforms
• Monitor and report social media notifications across client channels on a daily basis to the Social Media Manager and assist with responding to those notifications
• Assist Social Media Manager and account teams with content brainstorming
• Analyze, monitor and report on social media performance metrics and assist in the creation of client-facing reports
• Assist with industry trends and client competitor research across social channels

Requirements

• This is a 12-week paid, 40-hour per week internship that will begin on January 26, 2026.
• Candidates for this internship must be eligible for full-time employment upon completion of the program. Students who will remain enrolled in a full-time academic program in the semester immediately following the internship (e.g., college sophomores or juniors continuing their undergraduate education) are not eligible to apply. While full-time employment at Walker Sands is not guaranteed for interns, offers may be extended based on individual performance and the availability of open roles at the agency.
• Passionate about the social media industry.
• A desire and eagerness to learn and grow.
• Excellent writing, proof reading and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work across multiple teams. 

Compensation & Benefits:

• We strive for pay transparency in our hiring process. This is a major step towards not only complying with regulations where required, but also to make sure pay equity and DEI are top of mind during the hiring process. Pay is only a part of the total rewards package. Below is the starting salary for this role:
• Hourly Pay Rate: $18.00 / hour
• Internship Benefits:
  • 🏡 Hybrid Work: Mix of in-office and remote work, with tools to stay connected across teams.
  • 📚 Growth Opportunities: Structured learning program, coaching program, and learning events to help you grow professionally.
  • 🌟 Culture: Our agency values our supportive, collaborative culture where we work hard to achieve the best outcomes for clients. Read more on our website here!
• Our full-time team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package. In addition to the above, Walker Sands team members have access to:
  • 🩺 Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus mental health resources, pet insurance, fertility benefits, and more.
  • 💰 Retirement Savings: Employer-matched 401(k) and access to financial planning services.
  • 🌴 Flexible PTO: Take time as needed for vacations, mental health, or personal days. Includes 8 paid holidays, half-day summer Fridays, and a week off between Christmas and New Year.
  • 🎉 Milestone Sabbatical: Celebrate five years with a two-week sabbatical and a $2,000 gift.
  • 👶 Family Support: Generous paid leave for new parents and caregivers, plus policies for pregnancy loss, adoption challenges, and more.

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