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Communications and Public Involvement Intern - Summer 2025

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WSP

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Media & Journalism
  • New York
  • 22d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be an enrolled undergraduate or graduate student in relevant fields, 18+, with communication skills, technical writing proficiency, prior experience, and U.S. work authorization.
  • You will engage with the community, manage stakeholder input, develop social media content, analyze outreach campaigns, support events, and monitor media coverage for a high-profile project.

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited political science, journalism, economics, environmental studies, or related, Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Demonstrated interest in public affairs, infrastructure, clean energy, or related field, and have a strong desire to advance skills related to WSP’s work and projects.
  • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
  • Capable of taking direction from leadership, mentors, and managers to executive projects.
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.
  • Actively enrolled in an accredited political science, journalism, economics, environmental studies, or related, Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • Experience using proprietary database management, CRM systems, or social media scheduling tools such as Sprout Social or Later.
  • Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

  • Support on the ground liaison between the project and the community.
  • Support effective public outreach strategies for high-profile infrastructure project.
  • Manage and track stakeholder and public input database and run analytics and reports to inform outreach strategies.
  • Draft and support content development for the projects’ social media channels.
  • Analyze the effectiveness of outreach campaigns, including website and social media campaigns.
  • Coordinate and support public meetings and community events with various neighborhood groups or other stakeholders as assigned.
  • Monitor and archive escalate media coverage of project issues.
  • Support the implementation of strategic messages that educate the community on the purpose, need, benefits, and perceived impacts of the project.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is part of the WSP Summer Internship Program and is scheduled to last for 12 weeks, starting on May 19th, 2025.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited political science, journalism, economics, environmental studies, or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.

Is there housing assistance provided for this internship?

No, there is no relocation or housing assistance associated with this internship.

What are the working hours for this internship?

While the specific working hours are not detailed in the job description, interns are expected to work during regular office hours.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the expected salary for this position is between $19.57 and $30.53 per hour.

What kind of responsibilities will the intern have?

The intern will support public outreach strategies, manage stakeholder databases, draft content for social media, coordinate public meetings, and analyze the effectiveness of outreach campaigns, among other responsibilities.

What skills are preferred for candidates applying to this internship?

Preferred qualifications include enrollment in a Masters or PhD program related to political science, journalism, economics, or environmental studies, experience using database management systems, and prior internships or leadership involvement on campus.

Does the internship provide any mentorship opportunities?

Yes, through the Developing Professionals Network, interns gain mentorship and networking opportunities along with lifelong career connections.

Is there a minimum age requirement for this internship?

Yes, candidates must be 18 years old or older to qualify for this internship.

Will the intern be required to follow certain company policies?

Yes, the intern must adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies, including health and safety policies.

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