Intern, External Communications

AES • Conshohocken, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas. AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation. At AES, we are focused on accelerating the future of energy, together. Fast Company named us as one of the “Best Places to Work for Innovators”, the only US-based energy company to be recognized. This means innovation happens at every level, in every position, and in every country where we work. That’s what has transformed us into the world’s most impactful energy company. At AES, we invest in your development and empower you to continuously improve because we know when you’re at your best, that’s when we’ll make the greatest impact on improving lives by accelerating a smarter, greener energy future. The Intern, External Communications will support strategic communications for AES’ renewable energy development portfolio in the United States, positioning AES as a solution-focused market leader in utility-scale development. This role will be a member of the External Affairs team, and be an integral part of driving key communications activities such as thought leadership, digital engagement, market research, media relations, and content creation. This role is ideal for undergrad or graduate students interested in communications, public affairs, marketing, policy, or other relevant discipline. We are hiring for one of our office locations, Louisville, CO; Salt Lake City, UT; Arlington, VA; Conshohocken, PA; New York City, NY; Richmond, VA; or Houston, TX with a hybrid expectation.

Requirements

• Current pursuing or recently received a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Political Science, Environmental Policy, or relevant discipline
• Strong writing and communications skills
• Ability to work collaboratively, stay organized, and manage multiple tasks with supervision

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with internal and external subject matter experts to assist with basic research to understand technical industry-related information to help inform communications materials.
• Create and deliver a range of compelling content to meet the educational and informational needs of our key stakeholder audiences.
• Identify opportunities for thought leadership and award recognition across the organization to increase public visibility of AES.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop communications strategies to support project success.
• Help maintain communications calendars, content libraries, and project documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern