Staples is business-to-business. You’re what binds us together.

Are you passionate about social media, bursting with innovative and relatable creative ideas, and eager to shape how a brand connects with audiences online? Staples is on the hunt for a Social Content Intern to join our dynamic social team, supporting our retail, online, and B2B customer base.

As our Social Media Intern, you’ll wear two hats, content creator and strategist, as you bring your unique ideas to life. From jumping on viral trends to engaging with our passionate online community, you’ll help elevate Staples' social media game in bold, fun, and meaningful ways.

If you're all about creating content that stops the scroll, keeps up with the latest pop culture, and always stays ahead of the curve, we’d love to hear from you!

Target Start Date: June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026 (11-week program)

Intern Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour 

What you bring to the table:

 Social Media Expertise: A deep understanding of social platforms, including their unique features and best practices.

Creative Storyteller: A passion for storytelling and crafting visually compelling content that engages audiences.

Trend Savvy: A strong pulse on pop culture, internet trends, and cultural moments, and how they could relate to Staples from a social standpoint.

Strong Communicator: Excellent collaboration and communication skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams.

Self-starter: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

What you’ll be doing - Content Creation & Storytelling:

•  Develop engaging photo, video, and written content for social media platforms.
•  Assist in concepting creative campaigns that align with brand voice and visual identity.
•  Capture behind-the-scenes moments, team culture, and event highlights.
  • Platform Management & Scheduling
  •  Support daily posting and community management across platforms
  •  Help maintain a consistent content calendar with timely and relevant updates.
  •  Monitor and respond to comments and messages to foster engagement.
• Brand Voice & Visual Consistency
  • Ensure all content aligns with brand tone, design standards, and messaging.
  • Collaborate with design and marketing teams to maintain a cohesive social presence
• Trend Spotting & Engagement Growth
  •  Stay current on social media trends, hashtags, and platform updates.
  • Propose creative ways to leverage trends or timely moments to increase reach and engagement.
  • Track performance metrics and report insights for optimization.
• Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support
  • Partner with marketing, communications, and creative teams on campaigns and launches.
  • Support internal initiatives with social coverage and digital storytelling.

Evaluation:

• Content Quality & Creativity
  • Produces visually appealing, on-brand content that tells a compelling story.
  • Demonstrates creativity in concepting and execution (original ideas, tone, and visual style).
  • Attention to detail in copy, captions, and formatting.
• Consistency & Reliability
  • Meets posting schedules and project deadlines.
  • Follows brand guidelines and maintains a consistent voice and aesthetic.
  • Takes ownership of assigned tasks with minimal oversight.
•  Engagement & Performance Metrics
  • Contributes to growth in reach, engagement rate, and follower activity.
  • Tracks and reports basic analytics (views, likes, comments, shares, saves, etc.).
  • Uses insights to recommend improvements in content or timing.
• Initiative & Learning Agility
  • Proactively brings new ideas, trends, and creative concepts to the team.
  • Demonstrates curiosity about brand strategy, audience insights, and social best practices.
  • Adapts quickly to feedback and evolving priorities.
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Works effectively with marketing, creative, and communications teams.
  • Communicates updates clearly and contributes positively in team settings.
  • Demonstrates professionalism in representing the brand internally and externally.

What’s needed - Basic Qualifications:

•  Actively pursuing a bachelor's degree, enrolled as a full-time student carrying a minimum of 12 college credits
•  Must be a rising senior (graduating May 2026)
•  Proven experience with social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, LinkedIn) and content creation.
•  Strong interest in social media trends, pop culture, and internet culture, with the ability to engage audiences authentically.
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
•  Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• What’s needed - Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience developing innovative, relatable, and trendy social content.