Communications Intern

Job Summary

API’s Communications Intern will assist the Communications team with messaging, content management, social media, digital and traditional advertising, educational efforts, and strategic communications. 
 
Projects and Tasks 

• Messaging and Content Management
  • Monitoring news media, especially surrounding ad hoc issues/events, in both traditional news and social media
  • Drafting press releases, talking points and statements, for the issues management team
  • Researching and writing content for API’s Energy Tomorrow blog
• Social, Digital Media and Creative Services
  • Identifying opportunities for organic social media content, using news clips and other research tools for all of API’s social media channels
  • Administrative support on systems and process improvement implementations for the creative team
• Strategic Communications
  • Participating in strategic communications meetings by discussing relevant news items and related ideas for messaging and promotion of content
  • Researching and identifying potential new speaking opportunities and event sponsorships
  • Upkeeping the strategic calendar and identifying additional dates and opportunities
  • Providing support on strategic writing and presentation materials

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Familiarity with social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
• Familiarity with Canva, Photoshop and other design applications is a plus but not a necessity
• Applicants must be organized, detail-oriented and have an ability to think critically and problem solve, as well as work independently and be self-motivated

Physical Requirements

• Able to remain in a stationary position working on a computer
• Move about the office to access office machinery, meeting rooms, etc. 
• Operate a computer and other office machinery such as printers and copy machines
• Transport items and equipment up to 25 lbs. on occasion

Travel Requirements

•  Up to 25% 

This job outline describes the typical accountabilities and requirements of the position and should not be construed as an all-encompassing description of every duty performed by or expected of the incumbent.

EEO Statement

API is an equal opportunity employer, and diversity is a core value.  We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all.  All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Our success in maintaining a reputation for professional excellence depends on selecting the best-qualified candidates. Achieving this objective means that no employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, age, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, related medical conditions, breastfeeding, and reproductive health decisions), genetic information, national origin, disability, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, political affiliation, matriculation, credit information, the status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual offense, or any prohibited basis under federal, state or local law.

API is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Department via email at HumanResources@api.org.