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L'Renee & Associates

Graphic Design Intern

Houston, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

This role is ideal for a college junior, senior, or recent graduate who is creative, organized, and ... Basic copywriting for social media and email graphics * Digital asset management * Portfolio ...

L'Renee & Associates

Graphic Design Intern

Houston, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

This role is ideal for a college junior, senior, or recent graduate who is creative, organized, and ... Basic copywriting for social media and email graphics * Digital asset management * Portfolio ...

L'Renee & Associates

Graphic Design Intern

Houston, TX

$14.25 - $19/hr

This role is ideal for a college junior, senior, or recent graduate who is creative, organized, and ... Basic copywriting for social media and email graphics * Digital asset management * Portfolio ...

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Marketing Project Manager (Part-Time)

Provide feedback on copywriting and creative assets, offering insights into marketing effectiveness ... Recent marketing (or related field) graduate, or early-career professional with relevant experience

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How much do graduate copywriter jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate copywriter in the United States is $36.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.88 and $41.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Graduate Copywriter, you need excellent writing, grammar, and research skills, often supported by a degree in English, communications, or a related field. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), SEO tools, and basic design platforms like Adobe Creative Suite is typically expected. Creativity, adaptability, attention to detail, and strong collaboration skills help you stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are important for producing engaging, effective copy that meets client objectives and resonates with target audiences.

What types of projects and responsibilities can a Graduate Copywriter expect during their first year on the job?

As a Graduate Copywriter, you can expect to work on a diverse range of projects, including writing social media posts, email campaigns, website content, and assisting with larger advertising campaigns. You'll often collaborate closely with designers, account managers, and senior copywriters to refine your writing and learn brand guidelines. It's common to juggle multiple assignments with tight deadlines, which helps build your time management and creative problem-solving skills. Early on, you'll likely receive regular feedback and mentorship to help you grow and advance in your role.

What are graduate copywriters?

Graduate copywriters are entry-level professionals who create written content for advertisements, marketing materials, and digital media. They typically have recently completed a university degree, often in English, marketing, communications, or a related field. Their primary role is to craft engaging and persuasive copy that aligns with a brand's voice and objectives. Graduate copywriters work closely with creative teams, learn industry best practices, and develop their skills through on-the-job training and feedback.
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UEG Summer Internship (Copywriting/Art Direction)

Daniel J Edelman Holdings, Inc.

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

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. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions.

Role

CreativeSummer Interns will support teams across a range of public relations disciplines and contribute to real client work. Interns will gain hands-on experience, build core professional skills, and learn through structured development and mentorship.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

  • Supporting the creative team in concepting and developing ideas for integrated campaigns across social, digital, video, experiential, and content channels

  • Assistingwith creative brainstorming and helping generate ideas designed to drive cultural relevance and audience engagement

  • Helping shape presentations, mood boards, concept decks, and client-ready materials that communicate ideas clearly and compellingly

  • Writing and editing copy across formats such as social captions, headlines, scripts, messaging ideas, and presentation language

  • Supporting visual exploration and creative references for campaigns, including design inspiration, content examples, and trend research

  • Assistingwith research into audiences, culture, competitors, and emerging trends to inform creative development

  • Collaborating with strategy, account, influencer, production, social/digital, and project management teams to support integrated campaign development

  • Participating in team brainstorms, creative reviews, and internal working sessions

  • Helping organize creative assets, reference materials, and project files to support efficient collaboration

  • Providing support throughout execution, including revisions, creative updates, and production preparation where needed

Qualifications:

  • Must be a rising senior or recent graduate

  • Strong interest in art direction, copywriting, and integrated campaign development

  • Passion for culture, storytelling, and creating work that connects brands to people in fresh and meaningful ways

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with close attention to detail

  • Demonstrated creativity, curiosity, and willingness to contribute ideas

  • Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across teams and disciplines

  • Ability to manage multiple assignments, shifting timelines, and evolving priorities

  • Strong research skills and ability to translate information, trends, andinsightsinto creative inspiration

  • Basic understanding of social and digital platforms and how audiences engage with content across channels

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace; comfort with PowerPoint or Google Slides is especially helpful

  • Openness to feedback and enthusiasm for learning through mentorship and collaboration

Plus/nice to have:

  • Familiarity with AI tools and platforms (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini) to support research, content drafting, and trend monitoring

  • Portfolio, writing samples, design samples, or personal creative work that shows conceptual thinking and point of view

  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Figma, or other creative tools

  • Experience creating content for school organizations, student media, internships, freelance projects, or personal platforms

  • Comfort working in a fast-paced environment where details and deadlines matter

Compensation: $22/per hour

Dates of internship:June 8- August 14

Available departments for internships:

New York

Creative

Art Direction

Copywriting

An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

DJEH offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

DJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process, please let us know.

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