External Communications Intern, Social Media & PR 4 Months - Fall 2026

Dayforce, a global leader in Human Capital Management (HCM) with headquarters in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, operates across North America, EMEA, and APJ regions. Our Cloud HCM platform, recognized for its unified database and continuous calculation engine, enhances efficiency, productivity, and compliance for global workforces. We are committed to "Making Work Life Better™" for employees, customers, and partners worldwide.

As an Intern at Dayforce, you’ll gain real-world experience with meaningful responsibilities, access to development programs, and the chance to collaborate globally, bringing new ideas and optimizing processes across multiple business units. 

Job Title: External Communications Intern, Social Media & PR

Location: Virtual

Duration: Fall 2026 – 4 Months (September 2026 – December 2026)

Availability: *Full-time availability of 37.5 – 40 hours weekly is required to be eligible for this opportunity.

Benefits for Students: 

Experience working for one of the fastest growing Human Capital Management technology companies in the world Access to Dayforce’s development programs and resources 

Ability to work with as well as create relationships with members across the globe 

Autonomy to bring forth new ideas and optimize existing structures within the organization 

Meaningful responsibilities, enabling you to obtain ‘real-world’ experience 

Dynamic hands-on exposure to multiple business-units and stakeholders across Dayforce 

About the opportunity:

We’re looking for an Intern to provide critical support to the External Communications team during a high-impact period, including the lead-up to and execution of Dayforce Discover, our marquee global customer conference.

This role will primarily support social media operations and execution, helping ensure content is planned, scheduled, monitored, and delivered accurately across key channels. The intern will also provide secondary support to public relations activities, including media monitoring, media list development, and drafting support.

This is a hands-on opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented individual who is interested in building experience in corporate social media and external communications within a fast-paced, global organization. The successful candidate will work closely with the External Communications team and cross-functional partners, including Content, Creative, Events, Growth Marketing, and Product Marketing to support timely and effective execution of major company moments, announcements, and campaigns.

What you’ll get to do:

Social media support — primary focus

Support day-to-day social media operations across corporate channels, including content scheduling, publishing coordination, and calendar maintenance

Monitor social media channels for engagement, brand mentions, audience activity, and relevant trends

Assist with scheduling and publishing content through Sprout Social and related social media management tools

Coordinate with Creative and Marketing teams to help ensure required assets, copy, and approvals are delivered on time

Submit and track Smartsheet requests related to social media content and creative needs

Help maintain social content calendars and ensure posts align with campaign timelines, corporate priorities, and key announcements

Support social media execution for Dayforce Discover, product announcements, thought leadership, and global report activity

Assist with basic social media reporting, including tracking post activity, engagement, and performance highlights

Public relations support — secondary focus

Assist with drafting media briefs, briefing documents, and supporting PR materials

Build, update, and maintain targeted media lists

Monitor for news coverage related to Dayforce, competitors, industry trends, and key announcements

Support tracking and reporting of media coverage and PR activity

Team and operational support

Provide administrative and coordination support to the broader External Communications team

Help manage timelines, deliverables, and follow-ups during peak campaign periods

Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Communications, Creative, Marketing, and PR

Support overall team organization, responsiveness, and execution quality

Skills and experience we value:

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or diploma in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Business, or a related field

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Interest in corporate social media, external communications, marketing, or public relations

Familiarity with major social media platforms, including LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Familiarity with Sprout Social or similar social media management platforms

Comfort working with content calendars, scheduling tools, and approval workflows

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a professional environment

Willingness to learn, take direction, and contribute in a fast-paced setting

What’s in it for you

Dayforce is fueled by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace ALL individuals and what makes them unique. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment.

We encourage individuals to apply based on their passions.

Dayforce encourages personal and professional growth. We offer excellent time away from work programs, comprehensive wellness initiatives and recognition through competitive pay and benefits.

With a commitment to community impact, including volunteer days and our charity, Dayforce Cares we provide opportunities for you to thrive both in your career and personal life. Our focus is not just on your job but on supporting you to be the best version of yourself. 

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