Social Media Intern
Gurgaon, Haryana, India · Full Time internship
1 applicant
- Stipend
- Stipend: INR 15,000 – INR 15,000 / month
- Duration
- 6 months
- Start
- Immediately
- Openings
- 1
Candidates eligible to apply must be prepared to engage full-time onsite, commence between 30th September and 4th November 2026, be available for the full six months internship duration, reside in Gurgaon, and have pertinent skills and interests aligned with the role.
- Work mode
- In office
- Resume
- Required to apply
About the internship
About Times Internet
Times Internet is India's foremost digital products company, delivering innovative solutions that simplify and enrich the daily experiences of millions. Our wide-ranging portfolio spans news, entertainment, fintech, and enterprise categories, featuring notable products such as TOI, ET, Indiatimes, Cricbuzz, Times Prime, and many others.
About Indiatimes
Indiatimes.com stands as a vibrant online hub for digital news and entertainment in India, providing extensive coverage across Lifestyle, Technology, Sports, Entertainment, and Automotive sectors. Known for its accessible interface and trustworthy content, it attracts a vast user base including millennials, high net-worth individuals, and professionals. The brand operates at the crossroads of activism and pop culture, crafting content designed to inform, inspire, and motivate its audience.
Internship Overview
This role entails identifying new internet and cultural trends, converting them into engaging, platform-specific content that resonates with Generation Z audiences. The internship incorporates skills such as trend analysis, short-form video production, copywriting, basic graphic design, creator engagement, and community management. The internship is based full-time onsite at Times Internet’s Gurgaon office.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor platforms including Instagram, YouTube, Reddit, and creator communities to detect emerging trends and develop timely content strategies.
- Convert popular culture and internet moments into content native to various platforms like Reels, carousels, memes, and stories.
- Craft captivating copy such as captions, hooks, subtitles, and story sequences to maintain audience retention.
- Produce short-form videos including writing scripts, planning shots, basic filming, editing, and selecting soundtracks.
- Create visually appealing social media creatives using Canva or elementary Adobe tools.
- Ensure a consistent brand tone and style tailored to Gen Z sensibilities.
- Assist with community engagement through conversation-driven posts and moderation.
- Collaborate closely with editorial, video, and design teams throughout the production process.
- Develop and maintain a flexible content calendar for dynamic publishing schedules.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and propose innovative content formats and creator-driven concepts.
- Support creator research and user-generated content discovery efforts.
Additional Information
- Work Location: Times Internet Office, Sector 20, Gurugram
- Work Mode: Full-time, In-office
- Working Days: Monday to Friday (5 days a week)
- Office Hours: 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Duration: 6 months
- Monthly Stipend: INR 15,000
- Laptop Requirement: Interns must bring their own laptops
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be able to commit to a full-time, in-office internship
- Availability to commence between 30th September 2026 and 4th November 2026
- Commitment to the entire 6-month duration
- Residency or local presence in Gurgaon
- Possess relevant skills in creative thinking, writing, and research
Perks
- Certificate of completion
- Five-day workweek