What are the responsibilities and job description for the CES Communications Intern position at Consumer Technology Association?
(Full-time/Long-term Internship)
Hours Per Week: Approximately 35 hours per week (standard business hours are 9:00 AM–5:00 PM). Schedules are flexible to accommodate current student class commitments.
Approximate Duration: June 2026 through early/mid-2027. Internships may last up to 11 months from the start date.
Hybrid Work Schedule: Interns are expected to work onsite Monday through Wednesday, with the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.
Basic Function of the Position:
The Consumer Technology Association has an internship opening in the Marketing and Communications department to manage projects and support the day-to-day activities of the CES communications team.
Critical Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide support to the executive and CES Communications teams.
- Support CES 2027 projects and programs, including CES Media, journalist hospitality, keynotes, and media tours, assisting with logistics, coordinating, and executing duties as needed.
- Draft press releases, blog posts, briefing documents, media lists and pitches, messaging, photo captions, and other written communications materials.
- Work internally and with agencies to build CES awareness among new audiences, including content creators.
- Lead media monitoring and reporting for the show and exhibitors.
- Assist with exhibitor PR efforts, including developing materials/resources and reviewing broadcast product submissions.
- Answer questions and provide customer service to CES media and other attendees as needed.
- Support communications staff with research, webpage copy updates, and administrative tasks as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Work Experience:
- Self-starter with a global perspective who can work independently, complete projects with little supervision, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Work and/or internship experience in an office environment; marketing/communications/PR work preferred.
Education and Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate experience – Communications, Journalism or International Business/Marketing preferred.
- Must possess strong organizational skills and have attention for detail.
- Must demonstrate ability to efficiently handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have excellent communication skills, be customer/team oriented, and be able to work with all staff levels.
- Must have a positive attitude and exceptional customer service skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
Additional Information:
- Travel to CES 2027 is required.
- PAID Internship.