Corporate Communications Intern

McKim & Creed, Inc.
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Mar 31, 2025
Description We are seeking a motivated and creative Corporate Communications Intern to join our team. By joining our team, you'll be supporting professionals who work tirelessly to make our communities safer and better for everyone. Together, we're shaping the future of the places we live and work-one project at a time. As a Communications Intern, you will play a key role in helping us communicate our mission and project work. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented individual who is eager to learn about corporate communication strategies within a fast-paced industry. WHAT WE OFFER: Join a company that puts its employees first. Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way WATCH THIS VIDEO TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT IT'S LIKE TO BE A PART OF OUR TEAM! WHAT-TO- EXPECT-DAY-TO -DAY: Assist in drafting and editing internal and external communications, including newsletters, press releases, and social media content. Support the development and execution of communication campaigns and initiatives. Monitor media coverage and industry trends, providing insights to the team. Help manage corporate social media accounts and track engagement metrics. Assist in organizing internal events, town halls, and employee engagement activities. Coordinate with different departments to ensure consistent messaging. Perform administrative duties related to the communications team, such as updating media lists and organizing content libraries. WHAT YOU NEED: Currently pursuing or have recently completed a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with social media platforms. Experience with design (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and problem-solving. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)