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Communications Summer Intern
CompanyDFO Referrals
LocationNew York
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 19, 2025

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the daily operations of the Communications Pillar, managing internal and external communications. Responsibilities include coordinating with stakeholders, managing social media content, and assisting with priority projects.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
16
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The Dalio Family Office (DFO) supports Barbara and Ray Dalio and their family in their ventures and investments as well as their work through Dalio Philanthropies, including OceanX, Dalio Education, Endless Network, and the Beijing Dalio Foundation. The DFO is rooted in a culture of meaningful work and meaningful relationships and the family's legacy of giving back. The office is headquartered in Westport, CT with regional offices in New York City, Singapore and Abu Dhabi.
About the Role
<p><strong>Communications Summer Intern </strong></p>
<p><strong>Dalio Family Office</strong></p>
<p><strong><u>Dalio Family Office Overview: </u></strong></p>
<p>The Dalio Family Office (DFO) supports Barbara and Ray Dalio and their family in their ventures, investments, and philanthropic efforts under Dalio Philanthropies, which includes OceanX, Dalio Education, Endless Network, and the Beijing Dalio Foundation. The core of the DFO’s culture is built around meaningful work and meaningful relationships and the family’s commitment to giving back. The office is headquartered in Westport, CT with regional offices in New York City, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi.</p>
<p><strong><u>Position Summary: </u></strong></p>
<p>We are looking for a Communications Intern to join the Dalio Family Office’s Communications Pillar. This is an excellent chance for a creative and organized individual eager to gain hands-on experience and launch a career in strategic communications. This role supports the daily operations of the Communications Pillar, which manages internal and external communications across the organization. Reporting to the Communications Manager, the intern will assist with everyday communication tasks, manage social media content, collaborate with Dalio Philanthropies’ programmatic teams and other internal DFO stakeholders, and coordinate various projects, ensuring smooth organization and documentation of processes.</p>
<p><strong><u>Day-to-day responsibilities would include a combination of the following:</u></strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Support brand building and management across the portfolio of Dalio Family Office-affiliated organizations and family members</li>
<li>Coordinate with stakeholders across the organization on internal and external communications workstreams, including social media content management, website updates, office event coordination, etc. </li>
<li>Assist with priority projects such as the communications library by collecting and archiving media and press related to the organization</li>
<li>Provide administrative support with projects, including documenting meetings and tracking key project deliverables and deadlines</li>
<li>Additional duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong><u>The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, attributes, and values:</u></strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Eager to support the communications and social media operations of a growing enterprise </li>
<li>Highly organized and reliable, and have high standards for excellence </li>
<li>Interested in operating within a unique culture that will foster your deep desire for personal and professional growth </li>
<li>A natural multi-tasker comfortable wearing many hats in support of a dynamic organization </li>
<li>Discreet and professional in handling sensitive or confidential information </li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong><u>Illustrative Benefits: </u></strong> </p>
<ul>
<li>Friday summer hours</li>
<li>Monthly community events</li>
<li>Hybrid work environment</li>
<li>Free catered food services for in-office days</li>
<li>Casual dress code</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong><u>Qualifications:</u></strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Attention to detail and organizational skills</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Suite is a plus</li>
<li>Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university, entering their junior or senior year</li>
</ul>
<p> </p>
<p><strong><em>Internship Dates: June 15<sup>th</sup> – Augst 21st, 2026</em></strong><em> </em></p>
<p><strong><em>Application Deadline: January 30<sup>th</sup>, 2026 </em></strong><em> </em></p>
<p><em> </em></p>
<p><strong>This internship is on a hybrid schedule, with reporting to the NYC office 3 times per week and some travel to our Westport, CT office.</strong></p>
<p><em> </em></p>
<p><strong><u>Compensation:</u></strong> </p>
<p><em>Compensation for the role includes an hourly wage of $20/hr. This position is eligible for statutory benefits only. </em></p>
<p><em>Please note we are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position. </em></p>
<p><em> </em></p>
<p><em>At the DFO, we believe our biggest asset is our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. The DFO treats all candidates and employees with respect and does not discriminate in our recruiting, hiring, and promoting processes and general treatment during employment, including on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or disability. </em></p>
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