Intern - Copywriter - Summer 2025

$45,760 - $72,800/Yr

Lumen Technologies - Pierre, SD

Full-time - Intern

Remote - Pierre, SD

Telecommunications

About the position

Lumen is offering a fully immersive, 10-week summer internship program designed for students who are curious, innovative, and passionate about advancing technology. The internship aims to empower participants and help them reach their full potential, contributing to the long-term success of both Lumen and its customers. The program runs from May 30 to August 8, 2025, and is fully remote, allowing interns to work from home.

Responsibilities

• Assist with auditing the content of documents and making updates per user request.
• Take notes on calls and share them with users for information sharing and accountability.
• Assist in writing, proofreading, and editing copy.
• Ensure brand consistency in all copy by following existing writing guidelines.
• Communicate with superiors and other departments to ensure written content matches auditory or visual elements it accompanies.
• Conduct SharePoint site audits and editing.
• Support monthly newsletters.

Requirements

• Enrolled at a 4-year accredited college or university, with rising senior level education status at the start of the internship.
• Graduating between August 2025 and May 2027.
• Preferred fields include Communications, English, Writing, or related degree.
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week during the 10-week program (May 30 - August 8, 2025).
• US work authorization is required; individuals needing visa sponsorship are not eligible.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; familiarity with SharePoint is a plus.
• Background in writing with templates and standard formats (e.g., newsletters, newspapers, yearbooks).
• Strong drive for results and taking initiative.
• Ability to be resourceful and adaptable.
• Ability to collaborate and make effective decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interact with business partners and drive conversations.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with SharePoint.
• Background in writing newsletters or similar formats.

Benefits

• Hourly compensation ranging from $22.00 to $35.00 per hour based on education level, geographic location, and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and voluntary lifestyle benefits.