Corporate Communications Co-op
Wayfair - Boston, MA
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Corporate Communications Co-op - July 2026 Program Dates: July 6, 2026 - December 18, 2026 This is a Boston-based opportunity with a 4 day in-office expectation Who We Are: Wayfairu2019s 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 Wayfairu2019s 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 Youu2019ll 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 and social media posts for Linkedin and Instagram Support internal communications, including drafting content for internal newsletters, identifying story ideas, uploading content to internal platforms, and tracking engagement metrics + Collaborate with cross-functional partners to identify compelling stories, announcements, and events to feature internally and externally + 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 Youu2019ll Need: Basic Qualifications: + Current Sophomore, Junior, or Senior student pursuing an undergraduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English or other relevant program with a 3.0 GPA minimum. Graduating between May 2027 - December 2029 + 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 July 6 to December 18, 2026 in our Boston office + You must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by Wayfair now or in the future 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 Wayfair Co-op Program Overview: Based in Wayfairu2019s Boston headquarters, our co-op program is a six-month, full-time, paid program that runs twice annually in January to June and July to December. Through the co-op program, students have the opportunity to gain impactful professional experience in their major or career field of interest by fully integrating with Wayfair business units. In addition to exciting project work, Wayfair co-ops have the opportunity to build their professional networks, take advantage of training offerings, and attend social events throughout the program. Why Youu2019ll Love Wayfair: Throughout the Co-op Program, we provide co-ops with the opportunity to engage in social and community building activities including: + A calendar of events including social networking, professional development, and dialogue events with senior leaders + Formalized mentorship program along with an assigned reporting manager for impactful professional development and feedback + Skills-based training + Coffee chat opportunities for co-ops to get to know one another Wayfair's In-Office Policy: All Boston-based interns, co-ops, and corporate employees will be in office in a hybrid capacity. Employees will work in the office on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and work remotely Friday. Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities Wayfair is fully committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. As part of this commitment, Wayfair will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on business operations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know by completing our Accomodations for Applicants form (. Need Technical Assistance? For more information about applying for a career at wayfair, visit our FAQ page here (. About Wayfair Inc. Wayfair is one of the worldu2019s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, weu2019re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If youu2019re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then youu2019ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking. No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. Weu2019re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair u2013 and world u2013 for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. Thatu2019s why weu2019re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. 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Created: 2026-01-28