Communications - Intern

Overview

HanesBrands (NYSE: HBI) makes everyday apparel that is known and loved by consumers around the world for comfort, quality and value. Among the company’s iconic brands are Hanes, the leading basic apparel brand in the United States; Bonds, which is setting new standards for design and sustainability; Maidenform, America’s number one shapewear brand; and Bali, America’s number one bra brand. HBI employs 48,000 associates in 29 countries and has built a strong reputation for workplace quality and ethical business practices. The company, a longtime leader in sustainability, has set aggressive 2030 goals to improve the lives of people, protect the planet and produce sustainable products. 

The part-time internship program is designed for juniors, seniors, or actively enrolled graduate students from colleges or universities partnered with HanesBrands. Students must be early career, degree-seeking, and have good academic and disciplinary standing, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

The internship program covers various functional areas, including Innerwear, HR/Legal, Strategy and IT, Supply Chain, and Finance. Participating in this program offers several advantages, such as gaining practical experience, developing professional skills, networking with industry professionals, and enhancing your resume. This opportunity prepares students for future career success in a supportive and dynamic environment.

As a remote or hybrid, part-time position, this internship offers students the flexibility to adjust their work hours around their school schedule, ensuring a balanced approach to academic and professional development. Additionally, this job provides access to benefits such as the Employee Assistance Program and Retirement Savings Plan. A full benefits package (prorated vacation days and holidays) may also be available if the required average hours for eligibility are met, which is at least 30 hours per week (or 130 hours per month).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communication plans to support the organization's key priorities, including live events, written content, and video to reach associates.
• Participate in daily staff meetings and have assigned daily and weekly deliverables supporting the team.
• Gain exposure to other teams and functions globally, along with visibility to the executive leadership team across the company.
• Take ownership of a key communications project, including developing a communications plan, gaining approvals, developing assets, and deploying all communications (both internal and external) to drive organizational success.
• Gain experience in key aspects of Corporate Communications, including copy editing, video production planning and execution, photography, script development, event planning and execution, intranet site development, and special projects as needed.

Minimum Education/ Experience

Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or graduate degree program at an accredited university, both at the time of application and throughout the internship duration.

Minimum of 1 year of professional work experience.

Preferred Education/ Experience

Local – NC Universities preferred.

• WSSU
• North Carolina A&T
• Appalachian State University
• Wake Forest University
• NC State University
• UNCG
• UNC-Chapel Hill
• Duke University

Specific Skills or Experience Required

• Demonstrates a high potential for rapid advancement while possessing a high level of energy, self-confidence, and positive interaction skills.
• Team-oriented and ability to work across cross-functional teams.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects, be flexible and work on tight timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a sense of ownership for their work.
• Must be a self-starter and demonstrate good judgment and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Job Specific Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Creativity in developing engaging content
• Proficient experience with LinkedIn and other social media platforms
• Comfortable working with PowerPoint and other presentation-building platforms
• Proficiency in video production and editing tools  (Not required - Preferred)
• Interpersonal skills to interact with diverse teams
• Ability to understand and adapt to different cultural contexts
• Professionalism in communication and presentation
• Flexibility to handle special projects as needed

Core Competencies

• Data Fluency
• Written/verbal communication and listening
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Results orientation
• Adaptability

Core Values

Play to Win - We expect to win, working together to drive results. We push ourselves to simplify and innovate. When we fail, learn from it.  We will break with the past when necessary to move forward.

Act Like Owners - We take action. We build relationships across functions so we can see the company holistically and seek out opportunities for improvement.  We’re willing to sacrifice in one area if that leads to our overall success.

Do What’s Right - We behave ethically. We are transparent. We share information about the factors influencing our actions. Our behavior aligns with our values. Our products make the world a better place.

Create Opportunity for All - With success comes opportunity.  Everyone is respected and included.  We provide opportunities for all associates to reach their Full Potential.

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly by:

Telephone: 877.999.5553

Email: HBI_TA@hanes.com.