Integrated Communications Intern

Fahlgren Mortine is an integrated communications company that helps brands communicate in ways that are precise and meaningful. Since our founding in 1962, we’ve combined data, design and creativity to craft compelling stories and connect our clients to what matters most.

Now part of The Shipyard Collective, we’re driven by a shared belief : bold ideas and fearless action create meaningful impact – not just for brands, but also the communities they serve. Our enhanced capabilities and expanded resources allow us to fulfill our mission to “Engineer Brand Love” in even more powerful ways.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Fahlgren Mortine is rooted in the shared values of the broader Collective – a foundation that has earned us consistent recognition as a Best Place to Work by PRNEWS, PRovoke Media, Ragan, Columbus CEO, the Columbus Young Professionals Club, Ohio Business Magazine, among others.

We’re equally committed to our people. By equipping our teams with the tools, training and trust they need to grow, we empower them to deliver strategic, integrated solutions that balance imagination and insight. Our work spans local, regional and national campaigns across B2B, consumer, travel and tourism, education and healthcare industries.

SUMMARY

Fahlgren Mortine is seeking a part-time Integrated Communications Intern to support the company’s existing client relationships. This internship opportunity will provide the selected candidate with experience working in an integrated communications company in a hybrid work setting. The intern will learn about the intersection of paid, earned, owned, and shared media channels.

This internship will be managed by team members in Fahlgren Mortine’s Columbus, Ohio office. Current undergraduate juniors and seniors with communications and / or marketing experience are encouraged to apply for the paid 10-week internship, which will begin in February 2026. Students will be compensated $18.00 per hour for their participation in this program.

POTENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Conducts new business and client / competitor research and analysis
• Develops media lists, influencer lists, editorial calendars, and media results reports
• Participates in both internal team and client meetings
• Writes news releases, website copy, fact sheets, collateral copy, social media content, and other materials, and may support the development of integrated campaign materials, including case studies, etc
• Conducts social media and brand research, as well as audits
• Interacts with local, trade, and national media, as well as influencers, when appropriate
• Other duties, as assigned

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FOR POTENTIAL GROWTH :

QUALIFICATIONS :

To apply, you must be a full-time undergraduate student. While preference is given to public relations, communications, marketing, advertising, and journalism majors, all applicants will be considered. Prior internship experience in public relations, communications, marketing, or journalism is also a plus.

Ideal applicants possess :

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume for this internship position.

Please, no phone calls. Relocation assistance will not be provided.

Fahlgren Mortine is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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