Marketing & Communications Intern

Job Description

About company

Hudson Pacific Properties is a real estate company that specializes in providing best-in-class office and studio space to the biggest names in tech and media industries. Founded in 2006 by Chairman and CEO Victor Coleman, the company’s vision was to focus on epicenters of innovation. They began by acquiring two Hollywood studio lots and significantly expanding their California office footprint before going public in 2010.

Today, with headquarters in Los Angeles, Hudson Pacific Properties owns, transforms, builds, and operates marquee office and studio properties across key locations including Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Seattle, and Vancouver. Their client base includes Fortune 500 companies, premier growth companies, and groundbreaking start-ups, with a strong emphasis on the media and tech sectors. The company prides itself on its expertise and industry relationships, which enable it to access markets and assets ahead of the curve, concentrating on locations where talent is and wants to be. They work closely with tenants and clients to create ideal environments and provide services that help employees thrive. Hudson Pacific Properties emphasizes building, creating value, and continuously looking towards what’s next. They are also an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Job description, detailed

This is a Marketing & Communications Intern position within the paid NextGen Internship Program at Hudson Pacific Properties. The internship spans 10 weeks and requires in-person work at the company’s headquarters in Los Angeles, starting June 15th, 2026. The pay rate is $23.00 an hour USD.

As an integral member of the Marketing & Communications team, the intern will contribute to day-to-day operations, assist with special projects, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to gain valuable real-world experience and exposure to the company’s inner workings.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Marketing & Communications team with daily operations and ongoing departmental projects, specifically in:
• Social Media Content Development & Channel Management:
• Support day-to-day social media activities across Hudson Pacific, Sunset Studios, and Quixote channels.
• Draft posts, shoot photo and video content, and curate visual assets.
• Maintain a forward-looking content calendar.
• Learn to use tools such as Sprout Social, Canva, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Conduct competitive and trend analysis, monitor engagement metrics, and propose optimizations to strengthen brand presence and audience growth.
• Cross-Functional Support for Brand & Communications Initiatives:
• Work closely with the Communications, Marketing, and Studios teams.
• Assist in capturing on-site content and supporting internal and external announcements.
• Collaborate on workflows like campaign planning, execution, and analysis, gaining exposure to cross-departmental collaboration and multi-channel communications strategy.
• Conduct research, organize data, and prepare reports or presentations as needed.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute creative ideas to enhance department goals.
• Complete a final Summer Showcase presentation outlining learned skills and work, presented to fellow interns and team members.
• Lead a Special Project – Social Media Strategy Enhancement or Campaign Build-Out:
• This project will be a focused initiative such as developing a refreshed social media strategy for a key business line, building a targeted campaign concept, or producing an analytics-driven insights report with recommended opportunities.
• It aims to strengthen skills in research, strategic planning, visual storytelling, and data interpretation, allowing for a tangible contribution.
• Perform ad hoc duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Required Qualifications:
• Applicants must have recently completed (within the last 2 years) or be currently enrolled in an applicable college-level or trade school program.
• Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter. The cover letter must clearly indicate desired location & department(s) of interest, availability, and outline how your major, prior work experience, and/or career goals apply.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Basic experience in social media management and content creation through coursework or hands-on experience in communications, marketing, digital media, or related fields.
• Familiarity with major platforms, particularly Instagram and LinkedIn, and an understanding of current social trends, short-form video best practices, and audience engagement principles.
• Strong writing, storytelling, and visual communication skills: ability to craft concise, on-brand messages tailored to different platforms.
• Experience with basic design or video-editing tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut) is a plus.
• Analytical mindset and comfort with digital tools: exposure to social media analytics tools (Sprout Social, native platform insights) and the ability to interpret data to inform content decisions. Curiosity about performance metrics and optimization.
• Collaborative working style and professionalism; experience working on group projects or in team environments.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple campaigns.
• Interest in broader communications and brand storytelling: demonstrating enthusiasm for marketing, brand identity, content strategy, or media/entertainment industries.

Additional Information

• Application deadline: January 30th, 2026
• Notification of Acceptance: Week of March 9th, 2026
• Internship Start Date: June 15th, 2026
• Duration: 10 Weeks
• Pay Rate: $23.00 an hour USD
• Accommodation for travel, room and board will not be provided and will be the sole responsibility of the intern.