What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications & Social Media Intern position at SoundCloud?
SoundCloud empowers artists and fans to connect and share through music. Founded in 2007, SoundCloud is an artist-first platform empowering artists to build and grow their careers by providing them with the most progressive tools, services, and resources. With over 400 million tracks from 40 million artists, the future of music is SoundCloud.
The SoundCloud summer internship program is a 10-week paid internship starting in June and ending in August. Our DEI-focused program is designed to create sustainable pipelines to invest in SoundCloud’s future, discover new, diverse talent at all levels, and develop future leaders who will contribute to all business areas. Interns will be fully immersed in the team, receiving opportunities to enhance their skills, and contribute to our mission.
Furthermore, interns will receive various professional and personal development opportunities, like mentorship programming, fireside chats with senior leadership, innovative stretch assignments, and the chance to participate in networking events with other SoundCloud employees across the organization.
SoundCloud is looking for a Communications & Social Media intern. They will work closely with the Comms and Social teams to support internal communications, external media engagement, and social media initiatives. This role will enhance SoundCloud’s brand presence, strengthen internal employee engagement, and boost media visibility.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in drafting and editing engaging content tailored to internal and external audiences Manage and support content distribution across internal channels (e.g., Slack, email newsletters, intranet) and external platforms (Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, Reddit, and Facebook) Conduct media research and regularly track brand mentions and coverage across digital publications Collaborate with the social media team to brainstorm and develop creative social media strategies aimed at attracting the < Gen-Z demographic Support the planning and brainstorming of social media campaigns, including identifying cultural moments relevant to < Gen-Z, perspective on listening behaviors of college students/recent graduates, and increasing engagement by cutting through the noise on socials. Assist in preparing materials for team presentations, meetings, and internal communications Provide ongoing administrative support, including (but not limited to) organizing content calendars and campaign schedules
Experience And Background
The summer internship program will be 10 weeks from June 2nd, 2025 - August 8th, 2025 (these dates are not flexible). This is a full-time internship and will be hybrid based out of our New York office. In-person attendance will be expected 2-3 times a week.
The salary for interns based out of our New York office will be $7,124 paid over the course of the 10-weeks.
About Us
SoundCloud is for everyone. Diversity and open expression are fundamental to our organization; they help us lead what’s next in music by understanding and empowering our creators and fans, no matter their identity. We acknowledge the challenges in the music industry, and strive to influence an inclusive culture where everyone can contribute respectfully and thrive, especially the historically marginalized communities that many of our creators, fans and SoundClouders identify with. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment at SoundCloud for everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, migration background, national origin, age, disability status, or care-giver status.
At SoundCloud you can find your community or elevate your allyship by joining a Diversity Resource Group. Diversity Resource Groups are employee-organized groups focused on supporting and promoting the interests of a particular underrepresented community in order to build a more inclusive culture at SoundCloud. Anyone can join, whether you share the identity or strive to be an ally.
The SoundCloud summer internship program is a 10-week paid internship starting in June and ending in August. Our DEI-focused program is designed to create sustainable pipelines to invest in SoundCloud’s future, discover new, diverse talent at all levels, and develop future leaders who will contribute to all business areas. Interns will be fully immersed in the team, receiving opportunities to enhance their skills, and contribute to our mission.
Furthermore, interns will receive various professional and personal development opportunities, like mentorship programming, fireside chats with senior leadership, innovative stretch assignments, and the chance to participate in networking events with other SoundCloud employees across the organization.
SoundCloud is looking for a Communications & Social Media intern. They will work closely with the Comms and Social teams to support internal communications, external media engagement, and social media initiatives. This role will enhance SoundCloud’s brand presence, strengthen internal employee engagement, and boost media visibility.
Key Responsibilities
- Strong writing and communication skills with the ability to adapt content to various tones and styles
- Experience managing social media accounts (Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, TikTok, Reddit, and YouTube) with a keen understanding of current social media trends as they pertain to the music industry
- Proficient in conducting media research and monitoring press coverage
- Familiarity with internal communication platforms and tools, such as Slack, email newsletters, and intranet systems
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of supporting content calendars and campaign execution
- Passionate about music, media, and digital culture, with an eagerness to explore creative solutions targeting emerging demographics
The summer internship program will be 10 weeks from June 2nd, 2025 - August 8th, 2025 (these dates are not flexible). This is a full-time internship and will be hybrid based out of our New York office. In-person attendance will be expected 2-3 times a week.
The salary for interns based out of our New York office will be $7,124 paid over the course of the 10-weeks.
About Us
- We are a multinational company with offices in the US (New York and Los Angeles), Germany (Berlin), and the UK (London)
- We provide a flexible work culture that offers the opportunity to collaborate and connect in person at our offices as well as accommodating work from home
- We are deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels of our organization and fostering a community where everyone’s voice, perspective and experience is respected and heard
- We believe a strong team is made by investing in employees through mentorship, workshops and enrichment opportunities
SoundCloud is for everyone. Diversity and open expression are fundamental to our organization; they help us lead what’s next in music by understanding and empowering our creators and fans, no matter their identity. We acknowledge the challenges in the music industry, and strive to influence an inclusive culture where everyone can contribute respectfully and thrive, especially the historically marginalized communities that many of our creators, fans and SoundClouders identify with. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment at SoundCloud for everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, migration background, national origin, age, disability status, or care-giver status.
At SoundCloud you can find your community or elevate your allyship by joining a Diversity Resource Group. Diversity Resource Groups are employee-organized groups focused on supporting and promoting the interests of a particular underrepresented community in order to build a more inclusive culture at SoundCloud. Anyone can join, whether you share the identity or strive to be an ally.
