Internal Communications Specialist Intern

Daimler Truck North America • Portland, OR

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

Inside the Role Interns will gain knowledge and experience through exciting and real-life learning opportunities. Interns must work in accordance with DTNA’s core values of passion, respect, integrity and discipline. Internship positions can be located at various DTNA locations across the US. We are looking for high performing and motivated individuals in various areas within DTNA organizations. DTNA internships begin each summer in May or June. The Daimler Truck North America Communications team is at the center of how our company shows up in the world – from internal to external to branding to community partnerships. Every team member plays a critical role in shaping and sharing Daimler Truck's story. The Communications team leads high impact projects that showcase Daimler Truck's leadership across products, technology, and business performance. The team helps protect and strengthen Daimler Truck's reputation through proactive storytelling across various mediums. We work in a fast paced, highly visible environment, collaborate closely with colleagues across functions, regions and global, and contribute to a supportive team culture that values strategic thinking, creativity, and integrated communications across all channels. This role will get valuable exposure to how Corporate Communications teams work at a global industry leader. They will bring valuable insights and perspective to the team and help solve real-world challenges. Interns in this role may have the opportunity to transition into a full-time position subject to manager evaluations and business availability.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program or higher with degree focus in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or a related field from an accredited college/university OR have recently graduated within 1 year of the position start date (May/June)
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic analytics
• Interest in emerging technologies, digital tools, and AI driven content creation
• Creative thinker with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Solid organizational skills
• Creative mindset
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Internal Communications: Employee messaging for the intranet, leadership updates, company-wide announcements
• Editorial planning leadership communications to support talking points, scripts, etc.
• Employee engagement to strengthen culture and connection across teams.
• Digital Channels & Content: Intranet management, multimedia content to support videos, graphics, visual storytelling, etc.
• Analytics and insights that help track engagement metrics
• Technology & Innovation: Emerging tools research to explore new tools and ways of connecting with various employees (connected and unconnected), digital solutions, AI tools and trends.
• Lead and support efforts to foster an inclusive and welcoming workplace culture where everyone belongs

Benefits

• Professional development and networking events, including resume reviews/mock interviews
• Housing and transportation stipend
• Employee resource groups
• Event ticket offering (based on corporate availability)
• Company social events

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern