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Benco Dental lists this Communications Intern (Spring 2027) opportunity in pittston, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location: Pittston, PA
Benco Dental is searching for a Communications Intern for the Spring 2027 semester.
At Benco Dental, our company is our family, and we are looking for a new addition to assist us in Driving Dentistry Forward. Please review the description below to ensure that this position is the perfect match for you!
The Communications Intern will support Benco Dental's internal communications and digital media efforts. This role will gain hands-on experience creating content, researching and writing stories, supporting social media, and contributing to communications across Benco Dental and the broader 1930 Ventures portfolio. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, creative thinker, and team player with an interest in storytelling, social media, and communications.
What's in it for You?
Paid-Internship
Mentorship and Networking Opportunities
Opportunity to Gain Valuable Work Experience and Consideration for Full-Time Employment
Caring Family Culture Toward All Associates
Certified as a FORTUNE Great Place to Work
Opportunities to Build a Better Benco through Diversity and Inclusion Resource Groups
Family owned for 90+ years
Do YOU Possess These Skills and Attributes?
Strong writing, proofreading, and communication skills
Curious, creative, and eager to learn
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Comfortable researching topics and turning information into engaging content
Interest in social media, digital content, and communications
Ability to identify and develop interesting story ideas
Comfortable working with photos, videos, and other digital content
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Self-motivated, proactive, and resourceful
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Windows, and Canva
Basic knowledge of social media platforms and digital marketing principles
Interest in learning new tools, platforms, and communications strategies
Do These Responsibilities Interest YOU?
Research and write stories for Benco Dental's weekly companywide newsletter
Interview associates and gather information for internal communications
Assist with proofreading, editing, and formatting communications
Create social media content for LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram
Write and edit social media captions and digital content
Maintain social media content calendars and schedules
Research social media trends, industry topics, and content opportunities
Capture photos and videos at company events, meetings, and other activities
Monitor social media engagement, comments, and messages
Track social media performance and key metrics
Support communications, marketing, and special projects as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards to support the efficient operations of the department and company
Effectively communicates (reads, writes, and speaks) English
Do YOU Meet These Requirements?
Must be currently enrolled at time of internship in a Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations undergraduate or graduate program
Ability to work 15 hours per week
Must be local to the Pittston, PA area to work onsite
Who We Are: It's our Mission to Drive Dentistry Forward
Benco Dental, the largest privately owned, full-service dental distributor in the United States, has remained in the family since 1930-a family that now includes our more than 40,000 customers and over 1,500 associates in the 48 contiguous states.
We provide more supply and equipment options than any other full-service distributor, an offering enhanced by a comprehensive suite of services, including office design, equipment repair, practice coaching, financing and project management, wealth management and dental-specific technology solutions. These services are supported by over 400 professionally trained sales representatives and 300 factory-trained service technicians who begin every task by asking "What does the customer want?"
If you enjoy working for a progressive company, who is committed to diversity in our workforce, who values all customers and associates, who also provides the opportunity for growth and development- we encourage you to learn more about our Benco family. We are looking for driven professionals who want to play a key role in our future success, while making a positive impact within our industry. Thank you for your interest in Benco Dental. We look forward to hearing from you!
We're proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. At Benco Dental we celebrate our associates' differences to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion every day. Click here to learn more about how we promote Equal Opportunity and Diversity and Inclusion at Benco.
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