Content Writing Intern

About the Internship

This internship involves working on-site at Times Internet's office in Noida (Times Center, FC-6, 1st Floor, Sector 16). The working hours are from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, five days a week, for a total duration of six months. A monthly stipend of Rs. 10,000 will be provided. A personal laptop is required for this role.

Job Overview

The Spotlight Team at Times Internet seeks a Branded Content Editorial Intern to collaborate with one of India's biggest branded content teams. The intern will receive practical exposure to creating editorial content for top brands featured on premium platforms such as The Times of India, The Economic Times, ET B2B, Gadgets Now, and ETimes. This role offers valuable insight into the entire process of branded storytelling, from conceptualization through writing, editing, and publishing at scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in researching and drafting branded content across diverse industries including Technology, Lifestyle, Education, Health, BFSI (Banking, Financial Services & Insurance), Real Estate, FMCG, and Luxury sectors.
• Support ideation by exploring trends, industry news, and viral topics to generate content ideas.
• Create first drafts of articles, listicles, explainers, social media posts, and headlines.
• Provide assistance with proofreading and fact-checking editorial materials to ensure high quality standards.
• Learn and apply fundamental SEO techniques to enhance content visibility and optimize articles.
• Help manage content publishing on Content Management Systems (CMS) while maintaining editorial quality.
• Collaborate with editorial, design, and project management teams throughout campaign execution.
• Engage actively in brainstorming sessions contributing creative ideas for content.

Candidate Eligibility

• Applicants must be able to commit full-time in-office during the entire internship period.
• The start date must fall between 7th September 2026 and 12th October 2026.
• Applicants must be from Noida and intend to remain for the six-month duration.
• Applicants should have relevant interests and skills related to content writing and digital media.

Applicant Profile

• Final-year undergraduate or postgraduate students pursuing studies in Journalism, Mass Communication, English, Media Studies, Advertising, or similar fields.
• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Excellent research skills and storytelling creativity.
• Interest in digital journalism, branded content, and content marketing.
• Awareness of social media trends and online culture.
• Attention to detail, creativity, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred experience includes writing for college publications, blogs, or digital platforms.
• Basic SEO knowledge and familiarity with creative tools such as Canva or Photoshop is advantageous.
• Experience with any Content Management System (CMS) is a plus.

Additional Information

• Certificate and letter of recommendation will be awarded upon completion.
• Opportunity to develop professional skills in editorial writing, branded storytelling, SEO, content publishing, and digital content strategy.
• Chance to work with a leading branded content team and top Indian digital brands.
• Gain hands-on exposure to premium digital news and media platforms.
• Collaborate with editorial, design, marketing, and project teams on live campaigns.