Capcom · 2 weeks ago
Communications Intern (Summer - 12 Weeks)
San Francisco, CA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$25/hr - $25/hrCapcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment. They are seeking a Communications Intern for a summer internship to gain hands-on experience in Public Relations and Social Media within the video game industry.
ElectronicsManufacturingSoftwareVideo Games
Responsibilities
Support the Public Relations Manager and Social Media & Community Manager with daily Communications team operations, campaigns, and launches
Conduct video game industry research and prepare reports to highlight trends, discussion points, and cultural moments that are unique and interesting that would benefit Capcom’s Public Relations and Social Media campaign strategy
Conduct a competitive research study on other titles/genres within the industry
Support the Public Relations and Social Media & Community teams’ respective Capcom Creators program duties
Participate in weekly meetings with industry partners and Capcom internal teams. May be requested to take meeting minutes and provide summaries with action items
Provide support to Communications team by drafting media alerts, press releases, social posts, or participating in livestreaming, video recording, along with event planning & coordination
Provide event support for potential Capcom summer events
Other tasks/projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
The ideal candidate is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, Video/TV Production, or another related field
Familiar with Microsoft Windows and proficiency with Microsoft Office Tools (Email, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Strong desire to learn how the Public Relations and Social Media & Community segments of the video game industry operate, including the intricacies of working at a Japanese multi-national corporation (MNC)
The ideal candidate has a keen interest in the interactive entertainment industry, follows video game news websites, and watches game-focused content creators
Knowledgeable about industry brands; notably Capcom
Solid understanding and familiarity of social media platforms such as Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok, Twitch, and YouTube
Bring an energetic, go-getter attitude to the opportunity and be willing to engage with internal and external partners
Strong organizational & problem-solving skills
Proactivity and positive energy
Desire to actively contribute to active Public Relations and Social Media campaigns
Enthusiasm for creating and fostering relationships internally and externally
Ability to take projects from conception to completion
Attention to detail
Familiarity with Capcom games and recent releases is essential
Project management, analytical, and prioritization skills
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills; presentation skills a plus
Preferred
Basic knowledge of Photoshop, video editing, etc. is a plus
Familiarity or knowledge of video game console or PC hardware is a plus
Company
Capcom
Capcom is a Japanese manufacturer and distributor of video games and electronic game machines engaged in the digital content business.
Founded in 1979
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2017-02-24Acquired
2000-10-18IPO
Leadership Team
Rob Dyer
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2026-01-25
2026-01-23
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