Digital Communications Intern

It's a great time to join Velcro Companies!

The Digital Communications Intern supports the development and execution of Internal and External communication strategies through digital and marketing activities across online, social media, and brand communication channels. This role focuses on content creation, basic web updates, coordination of digital assets, and assisting in reporting and performance tracking. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, good writing abilities, and familiarity with digital platforms.

The ideal Intern candidate will be able to be on-site in Manchester, NH daily working a minimum of 32 hours per week. This internship will run from February through July 2026.

Essential Responsibilities:
* Assist in the creation and publishing of digital content (copy, images, and basic video formats) for websites, blogs, social media, emails, and other marketing platforms.
* Support the coordination and scheduling of social media activities, ensuring alignment with brand and category teams.
* Upload and maintain web content using WordPress/Gutenberg or similar.
* Help monitor digital performance metrics and prepare simple reports using available dashboards or analytics tools.
* Track digital marketing trends and competitor activity, flagging opportunities for content or improvements.
* Assist in preparing communication materials for product launches such as landing pages, social content, product sheets, or email campaigns.
* Contribute to internal platforms such as The Loop with basic content uploads.
* Provide operational support to global regions for marketing campaigns or digital tasks, ensuring brand consistency.
* Coordinate updates and creation of marketing collateral (PowerPoints, product visuals, digital materials).
* Ensure consistency of the ORIGINAL THINKING brand story across all communication tools.

Qualifications:
* Undergraduate or Graduate level student pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business-related field.
* Strong writing skills.
* Working knowledge of SEO principles, including keyword research, onpage optimization, and use of basic SEO tools (no expert level required), a plus.
* Basic knowledge of website content management systems, ideally WordPress/Gutenberg.
* Familiarity with major social media platforms and scheduling tools.
* Experience using email marketing tools is valued.
* Basic understanding of digital analytics (Google Analytics, Hootsuite, Search Console) is a plus.
Job Description
* Ability to create and edit visual content using Adobe Creative Cloud tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) at a practical, nonexpert level; Canva experience also valued.
* Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Strong communication skills and a collaborative, teamoriented mindset.
* Additional language experience a plus.
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OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AND EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING

Fostering a culture where people thrive-safely, purposefully, and with opportunity. At Velcro USA Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous time-off to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Our culture encourages advancement and provides opportunities for both personal and professional development.

Safetyis a core value at Velcro USA Inc. and an essential part of every role. We are dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy work environment through strict adherence to our Global Safety Rules and our goal of achieving Zero Injuries of Any Kind (ZIAK). Employees are expected to complete required safety training, use personal protective equipment (PPE), report unsafe conditions, and follow protocols for fall protection, lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work, and confined spaces. Together, we foster a culture of prevention, accountability, and care.

Health and Welfare Benefits:

Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options)

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Award Winning Wellness and Incentive Program

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Retirement Savings Plan

401(k) Saving Plan with generous 5.5% Company match and Immediate Vesting

Time-Off Benefits

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

13 Paid Company Holidays

Other Benefits and Programs

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Financial Wellness Benefit - Smart Dollar

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Resource Groups

Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Velcro Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.