Summer 2026 Communications Intern - Collins (Onsite)

RTX • Cedar Rapids, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Communications intern, you’ll have the opportunity to gain hands-on, real-world experience working for a dynamic, world class corporate Communications organization. You will have the chance to apply your ideas and expertise to help the company meet business goals.

Requirements

• You must currently be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program at a university seeking a degree in Communications, Marketing, Business or related degree.
• Candidates must be entering their sophomore or higher year by the start of summer 2026 and should not graduate before August 2026.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience using Microsoft Office tools.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 3.0 GPA.
• Knowledge of Adobe software such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop and Premier.
• Motivated, team-oriented, self-starters who meet deadlines, maintain steady performance under pressure and have the ability to multi-task.
• Can captivate the audience through effective communication and presentation skills.
• Uses strong analytical skills to optimize content and is comfortable working with quantitative and qualitative data.
• Please upload a copy of your academic transcripts with your application.
• Include your projected graduation date on your resume and upload a portfolio of writing samples.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with team members across the Communications function to create high-impact content that grabs attention and influences key audiences.
• Interpret and convert complex terminology, policies and content into clear, accurate and succinct messaging.
• Conduct research and interviews with senior professionals to write articles, social posts or press releases that support priorities within your assigned organization.
• Produce digital content and animations for use in internal and external/social communications channels.
• Look for innovative ways to tailor existing content to make it relevant and engaging for use on brand storytelling platforms.
• Work with agencies and vendors and manage projects as assigned.
• Provide support for company events, meetings and sponsorships.

Benefits

• Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
• Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
• Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern