Social Media Intern (Summer 2024)

Company Description
Dropbox is a special place where we are all seeking to fulfill our mission to design a more enlightened way of working. We’re looking for innovative talent to join us on our journey. The words shared by our founders at the start of Dropbox still ring true today.
Wouldn’t it be great if our working environment—and the tools we use—were designed with people’s actual needs in mind? Imagine if every minute at work were well spent—if we could focus and spend our time on the things that matter. This is possible, and Dropbox is connecting the dots.
The nearly 3,000 Dropboxers around the world have helped make Dropbox a living workspace - the place where people come together and their ideas come to life. Our 700+ million global users have been some of our best salespeople, and they have helped us acquire customers with incredible efficiency. As a result, we reached a billion dollar revenue run rate faster than any software-as-a-service company in history.
Dropbox is making the dream of a fulfilling and seamless work life a reality. We hope you’ll join us on the journey.
Team Description
Over the years at Dropbox, Emerging Talent has created a variety of internships, apprenticeships, and early-in-career full time opportunities to build pathways for exceptional early career professionals to succeed at Dropbox. Supported by a community of mentors, program graduates, and fellow participants, our Emerging Talent programs are the perfect place to start your career in tech.
Role Description
As a Social Media Intern at Dropbox, your responsibilities will span content creation and community management. You'll be at the forefront of generating fresh and engaging ideas, designing eye-catching visuals, and understanding the nuances of content that resonates effectively on social platforms. If you have a passion for generating innovative ideas, crafting visually appealing content, and understand the dynamics of successful Social Media engagement, we want to hear from you.
In this role, you will report to the Head of Social Media and be part of Dropbox’s Communications Team.
Responsibilities
Content creation: Generate creative social content ideas for Dropbox’s brand channels, and create shareable content in various formats, including gifs, images, or short-form videos, with support from in-house creative resources or agency partners when needed
Community management: Monitor the health of our social community and identify ways in which Dropbox can better engage with or nurture our social followers
Social Listening and Reporting: Stay informed about Social Media trends, discussions, and sentiments related to Dropbox and the tech industry. Track mentions of Dropbox and contribute to social listening reports as needed
We'll collaborate with you to align with your school's schedule, ensuring a 12-week internship duration.
Requirements
Currently pursuing a BS in Business, Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related field graduating in Spring 2026
Familiarity with editing and graphic design tools for social content creation
Strong writing skills and an understanding of how copy and visuals complement each other on Social Media
Active user of Social Media platforms like TikTok, Threads, and Instagram, with a solid understanding of features, layouts, algorithm changes, and formats
Passion for Social Media, cultural news, and tech trends
Comfortable working in a Virtual First environment
Total Rewards
US: The expected salary/On-Target Earnings (OTE) rate for the role is $4,500/month, subject to change. Dropbox is a Virtual First company and is open to hiring candidates across the U.S. However, for this role, the locations posted are preferred.
Dropbox is committed to investing in the holistic health and wellbeing of all Dropboxers and their families.
Our benefits and perks programs include:
Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
Flexible Time Off/Paid Time Off, paid holidays, Company-wide PTO days, Volunteer time off
Perks Allowance to be used on what matters most to you, whether that’s productivity, learning & development, wellness, co-working space
Additional benefits details are available upon request.
Dropbox is an equal opportunity employer. We are a welcoming place for everyone, and we do our best to make sure all people feel supported and connected at work. A big part of that effort is our support for members and allies of internal groups like Asians at Dropbox, BlackDropboxers, Latinx, Pridebox (LGBTQ), Vets at Dropbox, Women at Dropbox, ATX Diversity (based in Austin, Texas) and the Dropbox Empowerment Network (based in Dublin, Ireland).