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Randi Rahm

Public Relations Intern

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

Internships available: PR Intern / Production Intern / Sales Intern / Design Intern. Immediate ... Social media copy editing and proofing * Celebrity dressing for editorials and award ceremonies

Randi Rahm

Public Relations Intern

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

Internships available: PR Intern / Production Intern / Sales Intern / Design Intern. Immediate ... Social media copy editing and proofing * Celebrity dressing for editorials and award ceremonies

Hearst

News Intern

Savannah, GA · On-site

As an intern, you'll learn what it's like to work with a collaborative team across multiple ... Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills * Must work well under deadlines

Hearst

News Intern

Savannah, GA · On-site

As an intern, you'll learn what it's like to work with a collaborative team across multiple ... Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills * Must work well under deadlines

Hearst Newspapers

News Intern

Savannah, GA · On-site

As an intern, you'll learn what it's like to work with a collaborative team across multiple ... Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills * Must work well under deadlines

Hearst Television

News Intern

Savannah, GA

As an intern, you'll learn what it's like to work with a collaborative team across multiple ... Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills * Must work well under deadlines

Hearst

News Intern

Savannah, GA

As an intern, you'll learn what it's like to work with a collaborative team across multiple ... Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills * Must work well under deadlines

Hearst Newspapers

News Intern

Savannah, GA

As an intern, you'll learn what it's like to work with a collaborative team across multiple ... Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills * Must work well under deadlines

Hearst

News Intern

Savannah, GA

As an intern, you'll learn what it's like to work with a collaborative team across multiple ... Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills * Must work well under deadlines

Hearst

News Intern

Savannah, GA

As an intern, you'll learn what it's like to work with a collaborative team across multiple ... Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills * Must work well under deadlines

Hearst Newspapers

News Intern

Savannah, GA

As an intern, you'll learn what it's like to work with a collaborative team across multiple ... Excellent writing, spelling, grammar, and copy-editing skills * Must work well under deadlines

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How much do copy editing intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for copy editing intern in the United States is $21.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects and content will I typically work on as a copy editing intern?

As a Copy Editing Intern, you will often review a diverse range of materials such as articles, blog posts, marketing collateral, and sometimes technical documents, depending on the organization's focus. You’ll be responsible for checking grammar, punctuation, style consistency, and clarity, often working closely with writers and editors to ensure the final content meets quality standards. This role provides valuable hands-on experience with editorial workflows and offers insight into the collaborative nature of publishing teams. It’s an excellent opportunity to develop a keen eye for detail and build a professional editing portfolio.

What does a copy editing intern do?

A Copy Editing Intern assists with reviewing and editing written content to ensure it is clear, accurate, and free of errors. Their duties often include checking for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and consistency, as well as ensuring the content adheres to specific style guides. Interns may also fact-check information and suggest improvements for clarity and readability. This role provides valuable hands-on experience in the editing process and helps interns develop strong attention to detail and communication skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a copy editing intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Copy Editing Intern, you need a strong grasp of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and attention to detail, often supported by coursework or experience in English, journalism, or communications. Familiarity with style guides (like AP or Chicago Manual of Style) and editing tools such as Microsoft Word and Google Docs is typically required. Excellent communication, time management, and a willingness to accept feedback are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure that content is clear, accurate, and polished, which is essential for maintaining the quality and credibility of published materials.
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Infographic showing various Copy Editing Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,235 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Video Editing Intern, SSC / Knoxville, TN

Compass Group

Knoxville, TN • On-site

$15/hr

Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Compass Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,088 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

340th of 485 rated business services

Job description

  • We are hiring immediately for a Video Editing Intern position.
  • Location: 1225 Weisgarber Rd, Suite 200 Knoxville, TN Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: To be determined based on class schedule and business needs. Internship Duration is October 2026-May 2027.
  • Creative Examples: During the interview process, please include examples of video content you have worked on or a portofolio, if available.
  • Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour.

The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions: http://olivia.paradox.ai/moSkg
SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group we create clean, safe, and distraction free learning environments for students of all ages. With a focus on a people first culture, growth opportunities, and supporting local communities we set the stage for a meaningful career in educational facilities nationwide.
Position Summary
Join the SSC marketing team as a Video Editing Intern and help bring facilities management to life across K-12 schools and higher education campuses nationwide! SSC partners with educational institutions across the country to create clean, safe, and inspiring learning environments. As a Video Editing Intern, you'll help showcase the people, stories, and services that positively impact students every day.
In this role, you'll edit engaging video content that highlights SSC's support of student success through interviews, short-form videos, b-roll footage, and voiceovers that bring our teams' work to life. You'll also assist in the production and editing of informational videos that support internal training, programs, and company initiatives.
You'll play a key role in shaping how students, clients, faculty, and prospective employees view the custodians, groundskeepers, maintenance technicians, and support teams who keep campuses operating at their best.
Key Responsibilities
  • Edit pre-recorded marketing video content for client communications, internal communications, and social media.
  • Maintain consistent branding across videos
  • Record and check transcripts of video interviews
  • Assist with planning footage shoots and storyboarding video concepts
  • Assist with local video & audio content capture when needed
  • Collaborate with the marketing team on company-wide programs and initiatives
  • Represent facilities management in a positive, energetic, and student-focused way

Why Join Our Team?
  • Gain real-world, hands-on experience in video editing, marketing development, and project planning
  • Build your portfolio with real campaigns and content
  • Develop communication, leadership, and content creation skills
  • Get exposure to branding and campus engagement strategies
  • Be part of a fun, creative team and make an impact on the student experience

Preferred Qualifications
  • Passion for video content creation with attention to detail
  • Strong communication and creative skills
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and experience creating motion graphics or animated overlays in Adobe After Effects is required.
  • Experience with additional Adobe Creative Cloud suite programs is a plus
  • Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint is a plus
  • Preferred but not required: Marketing, Communications, Media, or related major

Work Details
  • Flexible schedule (typically 15-25 hours/week between 8am-5pm)
  • This internship is primarily in-person at SSC's Knoxville office with opportunities to participate in on-location video shoots

Learning Objectives
  • Develop a professional content portfolio by planning and editing video content for our socials, associates, and clients.
  • Understand how to maintain brand consistency across multiple marketing channels both for internal company culture and client perception.
  • Build professional collaboration skills by participating in marketing meetings, contributing to development ideas, and meeting project deadlines.
  • Gain hands-on experience in managing projects and workflow for multiple concurrent project streams.

This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.
SSC & Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the facility service industry
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
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