Crisis Communications Intern

Crisis Communications Intern (Spring 2026)

We’re passionate about expanding the boundaries of what we offer our clients by bringing diverse perspectives to the table. Are you creative and daring? Do you have digital savvy? Do you love to collaborate and solve complex issues? Are you ready to launch your career with Weber Shandwick?  

From technical planning to major campaign execution, Weber Shandwick’s Interns become an important part of a talented team that generates groundbreaking, award-winning work. During this program, you’ll work specifically alongside our Crisis & Issues team to help an iconic brand gear up for major activations during one of the most visible sports moments of the year.  

What’s in it for you? Our Interns will earn practical experience as fully integrated members of account teams and will receive coaching from team members to help advance your career goals. 

What you'll do all day:  

• Create: Craft written communications including statements, key messages, tough Q&As, and more 

• Research: Analyze brand risks and live issues using various tracking tools 

• Engage: Problem solve in real-time and with teams 

• Hustle: Provide support across a range of complex, high-profile corporate issues/crisis communications situations 

• Monitor: Track brands in traditional and social media  

What we're looking for in a candidate:  

• Thinking: Do it out of the box. Actually, it’s best if you’re wholly unfamiliar with the concept of boxes. 

• Communication: Speak, write and edit succinctly and compellingly.  

• Digital: Understand how conversations evolve and information is spread across social media platforms – and how closely brands should pay attention to emerging narratives.  

• Management: Meet tight deadlines and multi-task. Work fast and work well.  

• Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering clear and precise work are critical.  

• Technical: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with platforms like Cision, Muckrack, Meltwater, Talkwalker, and/or TV Eyes a plus.  

• Dynamic: You must be able to work in a fast-paced agency environment and juggle tasks.  

• Spark: Understand what sets you apart.  

What you’ll get from us:  

• Buddy: All new hires are paired with a buddy dedicated to making your time with us amazing 

• Built-In Mentorship: You’ll learn from and collaborate with team members of all levels 

• A possible career: Internships have the possibility of growing into a full-time position 

• A paycheck! Interns are paid hourly  

Requirements:   

• Must be available to start January 2026 

• The ideal candidate must be a recent college graduate or have demonstrated transferrable skills  

Salary range: $20.00 - $20.00

Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.

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