What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Internship 2025 Communications & Connections position at Five Below?
At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose : We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 20,000 associates who work at Five Below and they’ll tell you there’s no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in.
It’s all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace!
Five Below Summer Internship Program is ON! Our limited open positions for Summer 2025 focus on company strategic initiatives in the exciting environment of value-driven, fun-focused retail. We are seeking energetic, responsible go-getters with innovative ideas, ready to actively participate in company initiatives.
We LOVE our interns! Our internship is curated to deliver a rich learning experience for both personal and professional growth. Our program is hands-on, engaging in meaningful work directly contributing the company’s missions and ultimate success. You are an active contributor and valued as a part of your team!
Location :
In conjunction with WoWToWN’s current Ways of Working, we intend to offer a hybrid program for our interns, ensuring both a flexible and immersive experience. All applicants should plan to be in the Philadelphia area and transportation / access to our Home Office throughout the entirety of the program. (Increased flexibility during first 3 weeks of the program).
Internship Details :
13 weeks : May 12th - August 8th
Full time – 40 hours / wk (increased flexibility for the first 3 weeks)
Paid – $17 / hr
Greater Philadelphia location : approximately 3 days per week in our home office, located in Old City, Philadelphia
Hands on, results driven projects. No coffee fetching here!
Strategic Project focused, coupled with day-to-day responsibilities and development programming
Highlights :
Interactive experiences with Senior Leadership Team
Professional Development Sessions
Lunch & Learns
Insight and participation into companywide initiatives
High exposure / small group
100% intern satisfaction rate
High intern conversion rate! (On average, we hire 2-3 of our intern alumni each year)
And of course – some fun product!
Position Overview :
Over the course of 13 weeks, the Comms & Connections intern will serve as a content journalist to scope out people and stories that bring our brand and culture to life. They’ll use this research to pitch, build and execute a new content series for Five Below’s intranet platform, blending design and storytelling skills to create engaging content. Content may be used across multiple formats, including external channels like LinkedIn. The Comms & Connections intern will also provide key support for our annual Founders Day event in June.
Key Responsibilities :
Research & Content Strategy Pitch
Research and identify key people, stories, and events that embody the Five Below culture.
Develop and present a content strategy pitch that aligns with the brand’s goals and resonates with internal and external audiences.
Create an Engaging Multimedia Content Series
Utilize your creativity to design and produce a dynamic content series, blending storytelling with multimedia formats (e.g., video, audio, graphics).
Work with internal teams to gather insights and resources for content creation.
Launch & Measure Content Impact
Launch the content series on Five Below’s intranet platform and other relevant channels.
Measure the performance and impact of the series through analytics, and provide a recap report of results.
Support Founders Day Event
Assist with planning and execution for Five Below’s annual Founders Day event in June.
Provide support with content capture during the event, ensuring key moments are documented for future promotion and storytelling.
Qualifications :
Must be actively enrolled as a rising Junior, Senior, Grad Student or recent Grad with a background in Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design or related field
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products & remote meeting software
Must have availability for the full 10-week program as space is limited
Must be a self-starter, highly passionate & detail-oriented
Active ability to problem-solve & communicate effectively
Knowledge and passion for our brand
Desired Skills :
Strong skills in multimedia content strategy and creation, copywriting, and graphic design. Experience with Canva and PowerPoint is preferred.
Knowledge of video / audio editing, content management, and intranet site design.
Ability to manage content strategy and contribute to project management, working with various stakeholders across the business.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail. Strong proofreading abilities are a must.
You should be a proactive, critical thinker with problem-solving skills, able to work independently and take initiative.
Comfort and flexibility in supporting event logistics and content capture during key events like Founders Day.
Does all the cool stuff above sound like you? We look forward to your application!
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Salary : $17
