Marketing & Communications Intern

Thomson Reuters • McLean, VA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

At TRSS, we use global data and insights to help address the most critical threats and emerging risks. We leverage data, technology and people in partnership with government agencies, law enforcement and corporates to assess risks and protect common interests. TRSS is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Marketing & Communications Intern to support our Growth team. In this role, you will help develop clear, compelling content that supports the organization’s mission and engages key audiences. You will assist with ad-hoc marketing and communications requests and collaborate closely with experienced marketing and communications professionals and mentors. Throughout the internship, you will build practical skills in writing, content development, messaging strategy, and stakeholder communication while gaining exposure to a mission-driven organization. As a Marketing & Communications Intern, you will: Support our marketing and corporate communications teams in various capacities. This role will provide you with hands-on experience in both fields, allowing you to develop a broad skill set and contribute to impactful projects.

Requirements

• Ability to work in our McLean, VA office on a hybrid schedule.
• Current rising junior or senior in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program, majoring in marketing, communications, business, or a similar field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A creative mindset with the ability to generate innovative ideas.
• Basic knowledge of marketing principles and practices.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• An understanding of corporate communications and public relations principles.
• Enthusiasm for learning about both marketing and corporate communications.
• U.S. Citizenship essential to comply with government contract/agency or department of Federal Government requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. national security clearance.
• Note: despite the requirement above, you will not need to apply for a clearance in this internship.

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and execution of marketing campaigns.
• Support the development of marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and social media content.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and insights.
• Help to manage and update the company’s social media profiles and presence.
• Assist in the creation of content for the company’s blog, website, and newsletters.
• Support the planning and execution of corporate events and webinars.
• Assist in the development and distribution of press releases and other corporate communications.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of marketing and communication efforts.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure cohesive messaging and branding.
• Assist in internal communications to ensure employees are informed and engaged.

Benefits

• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our commitment of empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.
• Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow’s challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.
• Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include paid leave, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together.
• Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
• Making a Real-World Impact: We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world.
• Thomson Reuters offers a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Our benefit package includes market competitive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs, as well as a competitive 401k plan with company match. In addition, Thomson Reuters offers market leading work life benefits with competitive vacation, sick and safe paid time off, paid holidays (including two company mental health days off), parental leave, sabbatical leave. These benefits meet or exceeds the requirements of paid time off in accordance with any applicable state or municipal laws. Finally, Thomson Reuters offers the following additional benefits: optional hospital, accident and sickness insurance paid 100% by the employee; optional life and AD&D insurance paid 100% by the employee; Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts; fitness reimbursement; access to Employee Assistance Program; Group Legal Identity Theft Protection benefit paid 100% by employee; access to 529 Plan; commuter benefits; Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement; and access to Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern