Intern - Communications and PR

RailPros•Irving, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The role of Communications & PR Intern reports to the Director of Corporate Communications & PR and includes experience in both internal and external communications. The intern will be responsible for helping drive employee engagement messaging, as well as helping to develop social media and website content. The intern must be motivated and an independent thinker with a passion for creating strong messaging that resonates with employees, potential employees, and clients alike.

Requirements

Firm understanding of social media tools and platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.)
Completed or working toward a college degree (junior level and up) preferably in a related field (Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Advertising, English, etc.)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Canva, PoliteMail, and/or AirTable
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Entry level understanding of basic principles of PR and internal communications
Able to work well independently (self-starter) and with a team
Willing to work in hybrid environment (class schedule permitting, minimum of 2 days per week in-office)
Completed or working toward a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising, or English (junior level and above)

Nice To Haves

Previous communications/PR internship experience a plus
Knowledge of WordPress, SEO, HubSpot, and HTML a plus
Bilingual (written and spoken) proficiency in English and Spanish preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Assist with collecting, editing, and publishing internal employee-centric tot company Intranet (housed on SharePoint). This may include video, photo galleries, and written content
Assist with planning communications for company events, and/or event day-of coordination
Conduct interviews with stakeholders of all levels (including C Suite) for intranet and newsletter content
Help with planning and creation of monthly internal newsletter
Help with internal communications campaigns and initiatives; including designing and sending company-wide corporate updates and newsletters
Help Corporate Communications & PR Specialist with maintenance and planning of annual calendars for internal comms, social media, and intranet content
Support Corporate Communications & PR Specialist with annual Safety Campaign in partnership with Safety and Training teams (including SharePoint content, videos, emails, etc.)
Assist with corporate philanthropy donations, drives, and events
Help with quarterly town halls and other livestreamed events as needed
Take photos at company events as needed
Help with posting to company social media accounts, including the creation of posts and graphics
Help with coordination of award submissions and media relations efforts
Run reports on social media, website, and public relations efforts as needed
Collaborate with Marketing and other departments as needed on corporate branding and collateral assignments
Research, writing, and implementation of new content/branding for company website
Support for both internal and external communications needs for RailPros de Mexico and RailPros Canada (including social media)
Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture, free from behaviors that undermine morale, productivity, or organizational values
Uphold the organization’s standards of integrity, accountability, and respect in all duties and interactions
Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulation
Other duties as assigned or required to meet the business needs

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Additional Coverage Plans: Accident plan, critical illness plan, and hospital indemnity with employee to family coverage.
Legal Shield, ID Shield, Pet Insurance: Added protection for you...and your pets.
Life & Disability Insurance: Employer provided coverage with additional voluntary options available.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer match includes pre and post deduction options.
Paid Time Off (PTO): With carryover each year.
Paid Holidays: For full time employees.
Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives and resources.
Discount Programs: Exclusive discounts on products and services.
Company Merchandise Allowance: Company funded allowance for our online store.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA): With employer match.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Employer funded.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): For dependent care expenses.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Support for personal and professional challenges.
Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career growth.
Balanced Work Environment: A culture that respects boundaries so employees can recharge and bring their best selves to work.
Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continued education or professional development.
Professional & Career Growth: Through mentorship, continuous training, career path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning.
Culture & Recognition: Employee spotlights, annual Service Excellence Awards, alignment committee, philanthropy opportunities, company events, monthly new hire calls, monthly newsletters, feedback surveys, and quarterly town halls.