Intern – Public Relations (NOA)
Nintendo of America Inc.
The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Nintendo Switch™ system and the Nintendo 3DS™ family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System™, Nintendo has sold billions of video games and hundreds of millions of hardware units globally, including Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, as well as the Game Boy™, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS™ family of systems, Super NES™, Nintendo 64™, Nintendo GameCube™, Wii™, and Wii U™ systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names, such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokémon. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in the Americas. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company’s website at http://www.nintendo.com. is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other.
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As a Nintendo of America Intern, you will actively contribute to meaningful projects, and gain valuable hands-on work experience with a leading company in the entertainment industry. During the program from June through August, your work experience will be enhanced with mentoring, networking opportunities and exposure to industry leaders from across the company! Whether you are in a technical or non-technical role, you will be a part of a team committed to putting smiles on faces of millions around the world.
Description Of Duties
- Work with Nintendo’s Public Relations Team, which focuses on generating positive coverage around the Nintendo brand and its products, working on highly visible industry events and integrated marketing campaigns for games.
- Responsibilities would include supporting the team in brainstorming and providing creative input on campaign tactics, contributing to the creation of select press materials, and shadowing or supporting event logistics.
- Research how the gaming media landscape has evolved over the years to provide a fresh perspective on key trends and changes that can be applied to Nintendo public relations strategies
- In addition, as part of the broader Communications Team, gain experience integrating PR with influencer, celebrity, and social media marketing around Nintendo products.
Summary Of Requirements
- 3.0+ GPA
- Juniors to graduating seniors enrolled in accredited college or university
- Pursuing a degree in Project Management/Business, Communications, Marketing, or related field
- Familiar with Project Management methodologies
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Familiarity with social media and influencer marketing preferred
- Strong writing skills
- Understanding of Nintendo’s products is preferred but not necessary
