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Communications and Public Involvement Intern - Summer 2025

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WSP

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Marketing
  • Waterbury

AI generated summary

  • You must be an undergrad or grad student in a relevant field, skilled in communication, tech-savvy, 18+, authorized to work in the U.S., with prior internship and leadership experience.
  • You will engage with the community, implement outreach strategies, coordinate events, create communication content, monitor media coverage, and address public inquiries while adhering to ethical standards.

Requirements

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited communications, marketing, journalism, planning, environmental studies or related Undergraduate program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • Must be 18 or older.
  • Demonstrated interest in communications, marketing, planning, 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 communications, marketing, journalism, planning, environmental studies or related Masters or PhD program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Create Suite, Constant Contact, media monitoring tools and Front Porch Forum.
  • Prior internship and leadership involvement on campus.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as an on the ground liaison between the project and the community
  • Implement effective public outreach strategies
  • Perform public involvement tasks to develop effective strategies that solicit feedback and input from the public
  • Implement strategic messages that educate the community on the purpose, need, benefits and perceived impacts of projects and programs
  • Coordinate and participate in public meetings and community events with various neighborhood groups or other stakeholders as assigned
  • Availability to work some nights and weekends, as needed
  • Provide input on responses to public inquiries and escalated stakeholder issues
  • Research and write content for a variety of communication channels, including website, social media, talking points, presentations, marketing materials and media notifications
  • Monitor, archive and escalate media coverage of project issues
  • 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 lasts for 12 weeks, scheduled to start on May 19, 2025.

Is this internship paid?

The job description does not specify if the internship is paid, so please inquire directly for compensation details.

Are there opportunities for mentorship during the internship?

Yes, interns will gain mentorship through the Developing Professionals Network at WSP.

Is housing assistance provided for the internship?

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

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Applicants must be actively enrolled in an accredited communications, marketing, journalism, planning, or environmental studies program with an anticipated graduation date of August 2025 or later, and they must be 18 or older.

Are there any preferred qualifications for applicants?

Yes, preferred qualifications include enrollment in a Master’s or PhD program in a related field, experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, media monitoring tools, and prior internship or leadership involvement on campus.

What kind of tasks will the intern be responsible for?

Intern responsibilities include implementing public outreach strategies, coordinating public meetings, researching and writing content for various communication channels, and monitoring media coverage.

Do interns need to work during nights or weekends?

Yes, availability to work some nights and weekends is required as needed for community events and public meetings.

What is the work location for this internship?

The internship will be based out of the Waterbury, VT office.

Is authorization to work in the United States required?

Yes, candidates must have authorization to work in the United States at the start of the internship.

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