Marketing and Communications Intern - Summer 2026

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB's Development + Strategy team is seeking a marketing and communications intern to support firmwide communications, campaigns, and brand initiatives. Under close supervision, this role will assist with integrated marketing communication efforts by conducting research, drafting communication materials, gathering and analyzing visibility performance metrics, monitoring industry and competitor activity, and helping to identify opportunities to enhance our storytelling and engagement.

This position is a strong fit for someone who is curious, detailoriented, and eager to learn how a collaborative, fastpaced professional services firm uses marketing and communications to advance its business, strengthen client relationships, and support future growth.

Responsibilities

Draft, edit, and format content for internal and external communications (e.g., newsletters, articles, email campaigns, VHB.com, and social media), ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with brand standards.
• Coordinate visual assets for digital campaigns and social media (e.g., graphics, photos, b-roll, and video content).
• Maintain and update digital platforms and communications tools, including SharePoint, Staffbase, VHB Engage, Microsoft Lists, email distribution lists, and community calendars.
• Conduct research on industry trends, conferences, abstract deadlines, editorial calendars, and target audiences to support visibility and communication planning.
• Assist with content collection, verification, and operational workflows to support recurring communications efforts.
• Support for additional D+S projects and initiatives, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing undergraduate degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, English, or comparable field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite programs, including Word, PowerPoint, and InDesign preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks with guidance in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with coworkers.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and demonstrates commitment to quality.
• Demonstrated ability to work concurrently on multiple projects and move them forward.

VHB does not provide housing for internships

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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