About the role#
AccuWeather is seeking a Social Media Intern for the Fall 2026 term. This role assists in managing and executing social media strategies across multiple platforms. You will collaborate with the social media team to craft content, analyze data, and engage with our online community. This is a paid, remote, full-time internship requiring approximately 20 hours per week over a 5-month period. Morning and daytime availability is preferred, though some evening and weekend work may be required.
What you'll do#
- Source user-generated content and obtain usage permissions from owners.
- Pitch daily weather-related content ideas for social media posts.
- Coordinate multiple sources, feeds, and personnel contributing to social channels.
- Monitor social networks for testimonials, questions, comments, and user-generated content.
- Engage with users and interact with internal departments to resolve inquiries.
- Analyze data from internal and external social media analytics tools.
- Research changes to social networks through industry blogs, news, and webinars.
- Create trend reports on weather-related topics and relevant cultural conversations.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, Media Studies, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience using Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms.
- Basic image editing knowledge.
- Ability to develop an understanding of basic scientific and meteorological concepts to explain them to an audience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to be self-motivated, team-oriented, and work well under pressure.
Location & details#
- Location: Remote (United States).
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Commitment: Approximately 20 hours per week.
About AccuWeather
AccuWeather provides weather forecasts and warnings to businesses, government agencies, and the public. Founded in 1962 by Joel N. Myers, the company operates from its headquarters in State College, Pennsylvania. It serves clients through digital platforms, newspapers, radio, and television. The organization employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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