Digital Corporate Communications Intern - Year in Industry Placement
Watford, England
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
Smith+Nephew is a global, purpose-driven organization that designs and manufactures technology to enhance lives. They are seeking a Corporate Communications Placement Student for a 12-month internship to gain hands-on experience in digital and corporate communications, focusing on content creation and social media management.
Responsibilities
Supporting real projects that shape how we connect with our audiences
Support and deliver engaging content for web and social channels
Creating digital content
Developing video and visual assets that reflect our brand
Supporting planning, scheduling and community engagement
Ensuring messaging is aligned and impactful
Support website content updates
Developing analytical skills by tracking performance metrics
Contributing to reporting and content optimisation
Qualification
Required
Completion of at least two years of a Bachelor's degree ideally in PR, Communications, Marketing, Digital Media or a related subject and the ability to consider a year in industry placement from Sept 2026
A strong interest in content creation, digital communications and social media, with an eagerness to learn new tools and techniques
Strong communication skills, with the ability to create engaging written and visual content
Proactive and organised, with the confidence to collaborate across teams and take initiative
Preferred
Benefits
Pension Schemes
Save As You Earn share options
Flexible Vacation and Time Off
Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours
Private Health and Dental plans
Healthcare Cash Plans
Income Protection
Life Assurance
Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles)
Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship
Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs
Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes
Many other Employee discounts
Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
