Corporate Communications Co-op - January 2027

Wayfair LLC · Boston, MA · $23 per hour

  • Paid
  • {Full-time,Internship}

About the role

Corporate Communications Co-op - January 2027 Start Program Dates: January 4, 2027 - June 18, 2027 This is a Boston based opportunity with a 4 day in office expectation (Monday - Thursday) with 1 day remote (Friday) The base pay for this position is $23 per hour. This is a Boston based opportunity with a 4 day in office expectation (Monday - Thursday) with 1 day remote (Friday). At this time, Wayfair will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for this position for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN.

PLEASE ENSURE YOUR WRITING PORTFOLIO IS LINKED IN YOUR RESUME* Who We Are: Wayfair’s Corporate Communications team is responsible for protecting and promoting the Wayfair brand across all internal and external audiences. We partner closely with leaders and teams across the business to develop and share stories that build trust, strengthen our reputation, and bring Wayfair’s culture and strategy to life. As a Corporate Communications Co-op, you will be a fully integrated member of the team, supporting both internal and external communications efforts.

You will gain hands-on experience across media monitoring, storytelling, social content, internal newsletters, and cross-functional projects. What You’ll Do: Support daily monitoring of Wayfair media coverage and industry news Assist with external communications efforts, including building media lists, maintaining media coverage trackers, and supporting reporting and analytics Draft and edit content for external channels such as stories for AboutWayfair.com and social media posts for Linkedin and Instagram Draft copy for The Stand-Up, Wayfair’s weekly internal newsletter. Create photo collages and assist with other sections of the newsletter when required.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to create comms plans, digital signage, Stand-Up copy, etc. Upload internal communications to internal company channels Collaborate with cross-functional partners to identify compelling stories, announcements, and events to feature internally and externally. Assist with internal company-wide company meetings, including assisting with slides, taking photos, crafting and sending comms, tracking feedback from post-meeting surveys Assist with content creation, including basic design, photo and video capture at Wayfair events, and light editing using tools like Canva Opportunities to pitch new ideas for social media and blog content as well as internal stories What You’ll Need: Basic Qualifications: Please ensure your writing portfolio is linked in your resume.

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English or other relevant program, with the expectation that degree will be obtained between Winter 2027 - Spring 2029 Minimum GPA of 3.0 Must be returning to the course of study following completion of the Co-op Ability to commit to working 40 hours/week (9am-5pm, Monday-Friday) from January 4 to July 18, 2027 in our Boston office Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by Wayfair now or in the future. Visa sponsorship includes the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN. Preferred Qualifications: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and tone Interest in corporate communications, media, storytelling, and/or brand reputation Organized, reliable, and comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines A proactive, curious self-starter who is eager to learn and ask questions Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Some familiarity with or an interest in learning tools such as Canva and media monitoring platforms An interest in data, metrics, and using insights to inform communications decisions Why You’ll Love Wayfair: Throughout the Co-op Program, we blend hands-on work with continuous development and community.

You’ll be integrated into our team like a full-time employee while accessing unique program perks: Real Mentorship & Growth: Be paired with a dedicated manager and formal mentor for ongoing 1:1 feedback, career coaching, and skill-building tailored to your goals. Continuous Skill Development: Sharpen your technical and professional skill set through hands-on training, workshops, and real-world execution. Build Future-Ready Skills: Gain hands-on experience using modern technology platforms and approved AI tools, developing practical fluency for today’s tech landscape.

Community & Network: Build lasting connections through casual coffee chats, cohort social events, and collaborative networking events with peers across the business. Enjoy Employee Perks: Take advantage of the Wayfair employee discount throughout your internship. Purpose & Inclusion at Wayfair: At Wayfair, we pride ourselves on fostering an environment where every individual experiences a fair and equitable employee journey.

We are committed to developing targeted resources that raise awareness around inclusion and eliminate barriers, ensuring Wayfair provides a fair and inclusive workplace experience for everyone. Social Impact & Responsibility: At Wayfair, we focus on helping people on their journey to home - specifically those who have lost their way from home. We do this by leveraging our best assets, such as collaborating with leading nonprofit organizations, coordinating in-kind product donations, empowering our employees to get involved through paid volunteer time off programs, and encouraging our customers to donate.

This multi-faceted approach allows us to support communities in need in authentic ways that align with Wayfair's broader mission of helping everyone, anywhere create their sense of home. Wayfair’s In-Office Policy: All Boston-based corporate employees will be in office in a hybrid capacity. Employees will work in the office on designated days, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and work remotely the other 1 day of the week.

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