Financial Communications Intern - Edelman Smithfield (Jan to Jun 2026)
Financial Communications Intern - Edelman Smithfield (Jan to Jun 2026)
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Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility empathy is progress and curiosity is momentum.
At Edelman we understand diversity equity inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues our company our clients and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all reflects and represents the world in which we live and fosters trust collaboration and belonging.
Edelman Smithfield is the strategic transactions and Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) advisory boutique within Edelman that works alongside capital markets participants to provide counsel and communications support in strategic situations including M&As IPOs and activist defense. Our work ranges across financial communications and investor relations advisory work.
We are not looking for an intern with decades of experience and industry qualifications. Instead we seek a colleague who loves learning always goes back to first principles and shares our passion for helping clients solve return we will support you in your journey to build the foundational skills and learning frameworks in support of your career as an indispensable business partner.
About EdelmanNEXT
EdelmanNEXT is an enriched internship program that provides work experience training and mentorship for students. We empower and equip our interns with the best skills to excel in their careers.
This program is a full-time 6-month internship.
What you can expect:
- Hone our foundational skills as communicators including simplifying complex and often divisive topics for diverse audiences.
- Be directly involved in engaging clients stepping up to the plate as part of client servicing or pitch.
- Work closely with colleagues working on financial services accounts as well as investor relations and strategic situation advisory.
- Have a dedicated coach that can help you get the most out of your internship experience.
- Meet passionate communicators across the Edelman network who are willing to share their knowledge and expertise.
- Experience our Edelman and Edelman Smithfield culture thats what makes our strategy tangible.
Responsibilities
- Draft press releases media lists fact sheets briefing documents and much more.
- Learn the basics of your clients business i.e. product/service offerings media targets and competitors.
- Conduct research for new business pitches and support pitch decks when required.
- Update media lists and pitch media contacts under the direction of a supervisor.
- Stay up to date on industry news and trends.
- Participate in team brainstorming sessions.
- Assist with the preparation of press kits for distribution.
- Assist with research projects and new business audits.
Ideal Candidate Will Have the Following Skills and Capabilities
- Passion for communications PR and Financial Services.
- Proven organizational skills and the ability to adapt to new assignments deadlines and conditions quickly.
- Proactiveness in the delivery of tasks and drive to learn quickly.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills whether presenting to colleagues drafting emails to clients or participating in brainstorming sessions.
- Strong research skills and a demonstrated ability to become a strong writer.
- Developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a variety of people across multiple accounts.
- Basic understanding of social media platforms (Facebook Twitter LinkedIn YouTube).
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- History of strong leadership skills through work experience and/or extracurricular activities.
- Demonstrated creative thinker.
- Familiar with the public relations digital marketing or communications discipline through past coursework internships or personal experiences.
- Basic financial knowledge will be a bonus but not a must.
We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Intern
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