Communications Intern

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Location: Pittston, PA

Business Unit: Sales, Marketing, and Professional relations

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 company wide newsletter
• Interview associates and gather information for internal communications
• Assist with proofreading, editing, and formatting communications
• 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…