Internships

Internships

Are you looking for an opportunity to showcase your skills and gain real-world agency experience? Through CRA’s internship program, you can:

  • Better understand the industry
  • Gain and practice your skills on real client work
  • Be better equipped to land a great job in your chosen field

Whether your interest lies in account services, creative, digital or media – if you are at least a rising junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and you have a strong work ethic, superior communication skills, and a positive attitude, we want to hear from you.

What can you expect during a CRA internship?

No fetching coffee here. Interns at CRA get to work on real projects for regional and national clients. You’ll be involved in brainstorming and strategy sessions, assist with research and execute tasks on deadline, and be a valued member of the team. Assignments may differ based on your chosen field of study, but at the end of the day, you will help CRA do valuable work to build, protect and safeguard our clients’ brands.

Are you ready to apply?

Our internships are available based on business need to ensure interns receive the best possible experience. Even if we aren’t formally listing an upcoming internship below, please feel free to fill out our application form. We will keep your information in case any positions become available.

CRA is committed to providing equal opportunity to applicants and to maintaining an inclusive workplace. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ applicants are encouraged to apply.

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Account Services - Diversity Intern

Charles Ryan Associates seeks a diverse intern for an account services internship during the summer of 2025. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ applicants are encouraged to apply.

Internships at CRA offer a chance to work directly with account services staff on real client projects, learn the ins and outs of communications agency life, and add an amazing experience to your resume. Charles Ryan Associates focuses on strategic and smart brand communications – which means you will get to experience a full range of assignments (public relations, advertising, and more) to help you build your skills and better prepare for a variety of future positions.

ime commitment: 20-30 hours per week

Time period: Summer 2025 (May – August)

Compensation:This is a paid hourly internship.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of a rising junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Ideally studying marketing, advertising, public relations, communications, or a related field
  • Genuine interest in marketing and branding, social media, and integrated communications strategy
  • A strong desire to learn and the ability to take on different responsibilities each day
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, etc.)
  • Preference to candidates located near Charleston, WV, or Richmond, VA, for the given time period

Responsibilities

  • Assist with developing and proofing content for websites, social media, and other channels
  • Review and assess industry trends, conduct market research
  • Participate in brainstorming and strategy sessions
  • Support campaign planning and execution
  • Attend meetings
  • Build relationships with internal teams
  • Other projects as assigned
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