Copywriting Intern

Copywriting Intern Summary

As our Summer 2026 Walsworth Copywriting Intern, you will participate in training and projects within various corporate marketing functions: copywriting, web content management, social media marketing, project management, etc. This full-time, paid internship is based out of our Walsworth – Overland Park office and reports to the Yearbook Copywriter. The work schedule for this 100% in-office internship is 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Note: Intern interviews are scheduled to begin by mid-October.

Essential Functions

• Write short- and long-form copy, including blogs, magazine articles/ads, website content, social media content, email campaigns and more
• Assist with writing, editing, updating and applying a Walsworth brand voice to various marketing materials, including email marketing materials, social media campaigns, Idea File magazine and a Planning Kit
• Develop yearbook-centered lesson plans and other educational resources for use in the classroom
• Serve as assistant editor for Idea File magazine, which includes editing content, consulting on the visual design, writing ad copy and keeping the content cohesive to the Walsworth brand guidelines
• Refresh yearly social media calendar and create new social media content
• Assist with yearbook review and content selection for feature Theme Gallery and Cover Gallery
• Research and report on current marketing and industry trends
• Utilize Monday.com for project management
• Comply with all safety and work rules and regulations
• Complete other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent copywriting and copyediting skills
• Basic understanding of marketing functions and operations
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of current design, marketing and journalism trends
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects
• Ability to remain organized and self-directed in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to interface with a variety of individuals or groups on a frequent basis
• Ability to work with limited direction and supervision
• Ability to learn computer applications as necessary for the position
• Ability to read, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions, work procedures and other related materials
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong customer service skills

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Currently enrolled in a college degree program (English, marketing, communications, journalism or related degree programs preferred)
• Preference given to incoming juniors and seniors, but sophomores will be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Experience in a copywriting or journalism in a professional setting (preferred)
• Yearbook, newspaper or related experience (preferred)
• Familiarity with AP Style (preferred)
• Have reliable transportation to and from the assigned Overland Park, Kansas, office location (required)
• U.S. work authorization is required, candidate must also complete a pre-employment drug screen

Walsworth Internship Program Overview

Walsworth is the 29th largest printer in the U.S. and Canada and among the top three yearbook companies. Our Walsworth internship program is designed to enable you to gain knowledge, skills and abilities to perform at a professional level, as well as a foundational knowledge of who Walsworth is, how we work and our processes. We value the opportunity to invest in the next generation of business leaders, and our goal is to offer you a rewarding experience that may lead to a long-term career with our company.

About Walsworth

Walsworth is a family-owned printing company with 88-plus years of historical excellence and a healthy respect for hard work and work-life balance. Many of our employees stay for decades, with good reason. Our Walsworth - Overland Park office houses approximately 50 employees - including our IT Development, Marketing and Communications, Yearbook Sales and Corporate Recruitment Teams. We recently received the silver Healthy KC Workplace award for work-life balance which incorporated physical and mental health initiatives led by Walsworth – Overland Park employees and leadership. We're a business casual environment with a "work hard, play hard" mentality. We celebrate employee birthdays, office achievements and fun holidays like "Cinco de Derby" - a combined Cinco de Mayo and Kentucky Derby celebration! Check out our LinkedIn and Indeed company pages to learn more about our culture and how you could be a great fit!

See more at: · Our Walsworth blog: walsworth.com/blog · Our Walsworth Yearbooks blog: walsworthyearbooks.com/blog · Our employee spotlights page: walsworth.com/employee-spotlights

Internship compensation is set at $18/hour and includes an optional 401(k) program and company match and one paid day off for the Independence Day holiday. Walsworth is an equal opportunity employer. For application or interview accommodations, please contact careers@walsworth.com or your recruiter.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of at least 60 credit hours towards a degree program OR completion of at least four semesters of college (preferred)
• Have reliable transportation to and from the assigned office location