Copywriting Intern

Go Fish Digital is looking for a talented summer intern to contribute their copywriting skills to our growing team. This role will be primarily responsible for crafting a wide variety of text on different topics, ranging in length from short to long-form. A strong passion for research and an interest in learning about new topics, as well as a capability to write in different tones and voices, will be essential to success.

We have a trusting and flexible work culture, but it comes with responsibility, so you’ll need to be the type of worker who is disciplined enough to get things done without someone watching over your shoulder. We are looking for someone to bring great ideas to the table and be unafraid to ask questions.

You will:

• Perform research using SEO tools and write on a wide range of topics, from fitness to finance
• Format text and images in WordPress and publish
• Edit content drafted by others for grammar, spelling, and flow
• Implement best practices for newly created content as well as existing content under review
• Work with a number of tools to help optimize content to rank highly in the Google search results
• Match the necessary persona and voice for the various clients we work with
• Have strong problem-solving skills - if you don’t know something, but it needs to be done, you will do everything you can to quickly find a solution

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a four-year university.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of persuasive writing techniques.
• Eager to learn, adaptable, and open to feedback.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with content management systems (i.e.WordPress)
• Familiarity with SEO best practices.
• Proficiency in using tools like Moz, SEMrush, Ahrefs, etc.
• Active participant in writing workshops or writing communities.
• Has a personal blog or contributes to online platforms.

Hours and Location

This internship begins in May 2025. Applicants must be available for 12 weeks or longer during the fall semester and should expect to work approximately 20 hours per week. Our office is located in the heart of downtown Raleigh in 150 Fayetteville. Interns will be paid hourly at a competitive rate commensurate with experience.

Benefits & Culture

Go Fish Digital is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that when our team members can be their authentic selves at work, our community becomes more confident, creative, and productive.

Guidelines for Your Application

What We Need: Alongside your resume, craft a one-page cover letter, and include a writing sample. This can be a paper for class, newspaper article, short story, blog post, etc. - anything that you feel is a good piece of work, and that gives us a sense of your writing ability.

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