Communications and Community Relations Intern

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and execute the annual NoCo Time Trials event
• Coordinate event logistics including planning, scheduling, inventory management, supply procurement and vendor communication
• Assist with communications and outreach efforts related to event promotion and participant engagement
• Support communication with students, educators, community partners and event participants
• Support project timelines, meeting coordination and tracking of event-related activities
• Support post-event evaluation, reporting and documentation activities
• Project/event budget management
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work efficiently in Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Excel, Word and Teams
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Attention to detail and ability to coordinate complex tasks and logistics
• Completion of two or more communications, marketing, business, public relations or related courses at a college or university
• Actively pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in communications, marketing, business, public relations, event management or a related discipline; recent graduates may also be considered

Preferred

• Coursework or experience in communications, marketing, public relations, business, event management or a related field
• Interest in STEM education, community engagement and the energy industry
• Experience planning events, coordinating projects or working with community organizations
• Experience using social media platforms in a professional, volunteer or student organization setting
• Experience creating written, visual or digital communications content

Benefits

• Onsite, fully-equipped gym facilities
• Fleet cars for use by staff for local business travel
• Employee rewards, health and financial wellness programs
• Volunteer days and opportunities to participate in community events
• Culture of respect, commitment and camaraderie