Communications Intern

About our Internship Program As a ThredUp summer intern, you will be given a firsthand glimpse at what it’s like to work at the world’s largest fashion resale platform.
During the 10 week program from 6/10/2024 - 8/15/2024, you will tackle projects alongside our world-class team, with the opportunity to make a real impact on thredUP’s business.
This is an hourly role and pays $20 per hour based on currently enrolled academic program or completed level of education.
Our paid internships are ideal for ambitious students or recent grads who thrive in ambiguity, like a good challenge, and want a jump start on their career development.
Oh, and who want to help inspire a new generation of consumers to think secondhand first! About the Internship As ThredUp’s Communications Intern, you will help the communications team tell stories that shift consumer preference from new to used and inspire confidence in the growth of our business and industry.
You will play a foundational role in executing the communications team's goals by supporting both corporate (business) and consumer initiatives that reach consumer, retail and investor audiences.
On the corporate communications side, you will support key business news, announcements, and campaigns as well as thought leadership programs including speaking, events, and awards, crafting compelling stories about ThredUp’s business and impact.
On the consumer communications side, you will support consumer-facing campaigns and our relationship building efforts with key contacts.
You will assist with our VIP program management, research prospective campaign partners, and assist with the execution and launch of campaigns and events that increase awareness of and affinity for ThredUp to build brand love.
You will also provide general team support such as tracking ThredUp’s press coverage; keeping a pulse on competitors and industry trends in fashion, retail, tech, and sustainability; and communicating with external parties, including reporters, prospective partners, event organizers, and more.
You will thrive in this role if you are passionate about storytelling and are an excellent creative and professional writer and communicator.
You are passionate about circular fashion, thrift, sustainability, retail, and/or fashion technology.
We are looking for a junior or senior undergraduate student with a focus on English, Marketing, Journalism, Communications, Business, or Sustainability.
What We Offer: At thredUP, we value infinite learning.
As an intern you’ll have the opportunity to learn about our forward-thinking business and collaborate with our talented team.
We also believe that each person should help drive the business.
As an intern, you’ll be encouraged to speakUP, think big, ask questions and seek the truth, and help influence outcomes for our business and customers.
You’ll have the opportunity to work with passionate and supportive team members who encourage new ideas, feedback and collaboration.
We have a talented leadership team that encourages transparency and they will support you in maximizing your internship experience.
We believe diversity, inclusion and belonging is key for our team At thredUP, our mission has been built on extending the lives of millions of unique clothing items.
Much like our inventory, we are proud to have fostered a workplace that is one-of-a-kind.
As a company focused on diversity, inclusion and belonging, we are committed to ensuring our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work every day.
A unique perspective is critical to solving complex problems and inspiring a new generation to think secondhand first.
Be you.
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