Communications Assistant Graduate Internship

This 13-month internship offers the opportunity to work at one of the world’s largest beauty companies, contributing to global communications across sustainability and corporate affairs. Based in London, you will support high-profile campaigns, reporting, and digital content while gaining exposure to international teams and real-world business challenges. The role provides a structured pathway into corporate communications, combining hands-on experience with insight into how a global brand manages reputation, sustainability, and storytelling at scale. About Coty Founded in Paris in 1904, Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies, with a portfolio of iconic brands across fragrance, colour cosmetics, and skin and body care. Coty serves consumers around the world, selling prestige and mass-market products in approximately 125 countries and territories. The Role As part of the global Corporate Affairs team, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to Coty’s corporate reputation across sustainability and responsible marketing, while also supporting corporate social media channels. You will work across ESG priorities, collaborating with teams globally to support the delivery of sustainability communications, content creation, copywriting, and stakeholder engagement. Support development of the annual sustainability report, including storytelling, communications, and coordination Contribute to responsible marketing initiatives, including policies, toolkits, and training materials Deliver internal and external campaigns for key global moments such as International Women’s Day and Earth Day Support corporate social media channels through copywriting, content creation, monitoring, and reporting Create content across formats, including social media, presentations, press materials, and short-form video Monitor external news, policy developments, and trends to identify risks and opportunities Conduct research and benchmarking to support future communications strategies Support the development of messaging on sustainability, regulation, and societal issues Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to deliver communications projects Benefits and Perks You will gain practical experience across multiple areas of Corporate Affairs while developing a broad, future-focused skillset. The internship offers exposure to global teams, real projects, and opportunities to contribute to sustainability and communications initiatives within an international business. Requirements A bachelor’s or master’s degree in sustainability, communications, international relations, business, or a related discipline is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate interest in sustainability and responsible marketing, alongside an understanding of corporate reputation and global affairs. Strong written communication, interest in social media and digital storytelling, and experience using tools such as Canva are essential. Candidates should be organised, collaborative, and comfortable working across teams and priorities. If you are interested in building a career in corporate communications within a global organisation, apply to join Coty’s Corporate Affairs team and gain practical experience across sustainability, reputation, and digital storytelling.