Communications Co-Op

2 Months ago • Upto 1 Years • Public Relations

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Communications Co-Op at Skillz, you'll contribute to the company's brand identity and storytelling, driving its culture forward. Responsibilities include content creation (writing press releases, articles, social media posts), media relations (monitoring, outreach, press kit preparation), social media management, internal communications support, and event planning. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week internship for the Summer and Fall 2025 session, focusing on enhancing Skillz's communication strategies and brand presence. The ideal candidate is a passionate communicator with knowledge of AP style and prior internship experience.
Must have:
  • Strong communication skills
  • Knowledge of AP style
  • Content creation experience
  • Enrolled in marketing/communications program
Good to have:
  • Prior internship experience
  • Strong writing skills
  • Minimum GPA of 3.3
Perks:
  • Competitive compensation
  • Bonuses
  • Restricted stock grants
  • Generous company-paid benefits
  • Time-off
  • 401k match
  • Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
  • Friday Happy Hours
  • Full-size gym

Job Details

Join Skillz and Level Up Your Career!

If you want to build, develop, and see your impact, join Skillz and level up your Career!

Skillz, the first publicly-traded mobile eSports platform that hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide, is revolutionizing the gaming industry. By fostering social competition within games, the Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling real-money activity in their games and providing operational support while connecting players through fair, enjoyable, and meaningful competition.

At Skillz, we understand the thrill of achievement and the satisfaction of overcoming challenges. Want to join a team made up of alums from Meta, Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Twitter (X), Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA, Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY, Twitch, DraftKings, Wynn Resorts and more? Learn more to see if Skillz is the right fit for your next career move!

Life @ Skillz

Culture of Impact: Join a united team of builders, creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs driven by the desire to win. At Skillz, we create value and make a difference in the world.

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, which includes 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses for both you and your entire family. Additionally, take advantage of our 401K matching, equity incentives, pre-tax benefit options, and more.
  • Wellness Support: Enhance your well-being with our array of wellness initiatives, including meditation and mental health resources, physical fitness coaching and classes, family planning assistance, health and parenting guidance, virtual therapy sessions, and more.
  • Perks: We believe in enhancing your work experience. Enjoy daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, Friday Happy Hours, a full-size gym with showers, commuter benefits, insurance, and many more. We also offer competitive paid time off (PTO) & company holidays to help you recharge and pursue your passions.
  • Employee makeup: Our employees come from some of the best tech, gaming, and real-money wagering companies in the world.

Why Skillz?

  • Pioneers of Skill-Based Competition: Skillz is not just any company in the gaming industry; we are the pioneers of skill-based competition, partnered with industry titans like UFC, NFL, T-Mobile, Buzztime, Bowlero, while also hosting renowned events like the Game Developer Conference (GDC). Join us in transforming the way people play games and building the home of competition for all.
  • Impact Beyond Gaming: Skillz harnesses the power of its platform to support nonprofit organizations such as the Susan G. Komen, American Cancer Society, the NAACP, and more. By participating in Skillz tournaments, you can make a difference and contribute to causes you care about.
  • Recognized Success: Skillz has earned recognition as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, CNBC's Disruptor 50, San Francisco Business Times' Best Places to Work, Forbes' Next Billion-Dollar Startups, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000 list, and many more.
  • Talent Magnet: Join a team of talented professionals passionate about their work. Our team includes experts from Meta, Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Twitter (X), Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA, Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY, Twitch, DraftKings, and more.

The Future of Gaming Awaits!

The gaming industry is larger than movies, music, and books, with over 3 billion active gamers playing monthly and over 25 million active developers worldwide. Mobile gaming, in particular, is the fastest-growing segment, projected to reach $300 billion by 2025. At Skillz, you have the opportunity to be at the forefront of this exciting industry and shape its future.

∫You love video games and software, have side projects to show off, and seek a place where your contributions matter. You consider yourself a hacker who enjoys figuring out systems to improve them. You pay attention to detail, take pride in doing things the right way, and are excited to play a big role on a small team.

What You'll Do

As a Communications Co-Op, you will contribute to the brand identity and storytelling of the company, drive it’s culture forward and join the legions of people who are building the future of gaming.

General Responsibilities:

  • Content Creation:

    • Writing, editing, and proofreading press releases, articles, blog posts, website content, social media posts, and other marketing materials.
    • Developing creative content ideas aligned with company goals.
  • Media Relations:

    • Media monitoring, media outreach with guidance from the Head of Communications, and press kit preparation.
  • Social Media Content:

    • Monitoring social media conversations and responding to inquiries or comments.
    • Contributing to the company’s social media strategy.
  • Internal Communications:

    • Supporting internal communication efforts, such as employee newsletters, intranet updates, and town halls.
  • Event Support:

    • Planning and executing company events, such as conferences, webinars, and trade shows.

Your Skillz

  • Passionate commu(mobile gaming a +) who are currently enrolled in a marketing or communications program. Masters Degree preferred
  • You should be a strong communicators with knowledge of AP style.
  • Prior internship experience and a writing skills preferred
  • A Minimum GPA of 3.3

Skillz offers generous company-paid benefits, time-off, leave, 401k match, etc. Check out our career page for more information. This Co-Op opportunity is for the 2025 Summer & Fall session and has a starting hourly rate of $28 per hour. Actual pay will depend on varying circumstances, including leveling, experience, and location.

Join Skillz and Let's Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming!

Together, we'll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. Join our team and be part of the journey. We look forward to having you on board!

Our Perks

Skillz offers competitive compensation packages with a salary, bonuses, and restricted stock grants. Generous company-paid benefits, time-off, leave, 401k match, etc. Check out our career page for more information.

This is a full-time Co-Op that will be 40 hours per week. We will accomodate a class schedule if possible.

#L1-N1 #LI-Onsite

Our Perks

Skillz offers competitive compensation packages with a salary, bonuses, and restricted stock grants. Generous company-paid benefits, time-off, leave, 401k match, etc. Check out our career page for more information.

#LI-Onsite intern internship

Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance .

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About The Company

Skillz is the leading mobile games platform that connects players in fair, fun, and meaningful competition. The Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling social competition in their games. Leveraging its patented technology, Skillz hosts billions of casual esports tournaments for millions of mobile players worldwide, and distributes millions in prizes each month.

Skillz has also earned recognition as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, CNBC’s Disruptor 50, Forbes’ Next Billion-Dollar Startups, San Francisco Business Times’ Best Places to Work, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000.  

We’re building a groundbreaking company that's pioneering an entirely new industry, and we're searching for top-notch people to join our mission. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to meet you!

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