Community Engagement Intern- Summer 2026

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)

1d•$15 - $17•Hybrid

About The Position

OUC – The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second-largest municipal utility in Florida, is offering an internship program in the Marketing & New Products. The OUC Internship Program is dedicated to providing students with real-world, hands-on experience by partnering with energy leaders and experienced professionals, while bringing new and out-of-the-box perspectives and ideas that are essential for fostering the creativity and growth of any business. OUC’s internship program provides emerging talent with an immersive view of the utility industry through on-the-job training, educational sessions, self-paced learning courses, and individual or team projects. We are looking for a Community Engagement Intern. During this internship, you will partner with the Community Relations team.

Requirements

Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university
Academic status of Junior or above.
Program of study: Business, Mass Communication, Marketing, Public Relations or a related field.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above at the time of application.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Previous internship experience preferred

Nice To Haves

Strong academic foundation in Marketing, Creative Writing, Business, Accounting, or a related field.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong quantitative skills with the ability to make arithmetic computations for reporting and analysis.
Creative thinker with experience or aptitude in developing marketing campaigns and engagement strategies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present insights and recommendations to leadership and diverse audiences.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Self-motivated and organized, with the ability to work independently, manage priorities, and support collaborative team efforts.

Responsibilities

Supporting OUC’s marketing, community engagement, customer outreach, employee volunteer, and education programs through coordination, implementation, and execution of activities and initiatives.
Assisting with planning, organizing, and managing logistics for internal and external events supporting community engagement efforts.
Coordinating and support employee involvement in volunteer programs, and community events ensuring strong participation and positive experiences.
Provide on-site event support and represent OUC at community events, acting professionally and positively to reinforce organizational values and presence.
Monitor and respond to the Community Engagement email inbox, ensuring timely, accurate, and professional communication and routing inquiries to appropriate team members.
Maintain and update spreadsheets, databases, and records to track volunteer participation, program metrics, budgets, and event logistics.
Perform administrative support tasks as needed, including scheduling, preparing materials, coordinating meetings, and communicating with internal and external partners.