Intern - Communications

Career finder • Milwaukee, WI

2d • $20 - $23

About The Position

WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Communications Intern in our Milwaukee, WI location. The hourly rate for this internship is $20.30 with paid company holidays.

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.Job SummaryWe employ students for summer and year-round opportunities to gain hands-on experience in a professional, creative environment, focusing on marketing, print and digital content under mentorship. Student interns gain proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, learn brand consistency, manage projects and produce work for portfolios, bridging academic learning with industry standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or HSED
• Current pursuit of a bachelor’s degree or higher
• Minimum GPA of 2.8

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Experience creating or editing videos a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Support staff on projects while developing design skills, technical expertise, interpersonal and communication skills, and project management skills
• Build working knowledge within their field through exposure to a variety of daily tasks and projects
• Collaborate with the creative team to create or modify design assets to meet the specific requirements of each project. Projects may include brochures, advertisements, fact sheets, social media graphics, PowerPoints and videos
• Ensure that all designs adhere to industry standards and brand guidelines
• Prepare print-ready files and assets, including file preflight, color correction and image optimization

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees