2027 UUSA Communications Intern

Urenco USA; Eunice (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Utilities included

Paid internship

Job summary

Urenco USA invites motivated students to join a 11-week paid internship in Eunice, NM, May–August 2027. The program includes one-on-one mentoring, group learning sessions, and opportunities to present and network with leaders in the energy sector.

Eligibility requires full-time student status in Communications/PR/Marketing/Journalism, with at least two years of college completed and availability for all 11 weeks. Housing and utilities are sponsor-provided.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a full‑time student at an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related field.
• 2 years of college courses completed
• Able to work ALL 11 weeks (May through August) of the internship program
• Work Schedule: Professional work schedule with minimal night/weekend support; some nights/weekends may be required.
• Security Clearance Requirement: CAA Access and pass a security clearance, background verification and drug free screening process
• Work Environment: General Office; standard office equipment usage
• Confidential information handling and non-disclosure obligations

Responsibilities

• Support communications projects and day-to-day department operations.
• Assist with content creation for newsletters, intranet content, and social media.
• Contribute to presentations, graphics, and multimedia content.
• Assist with event planning and logistics for internal/external activities

Skills

Written communication

Editing

Social media

Content creation

Research

MS Word

PowerPoint

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Photography/Video

Video editing

CMS basics

Analytics tools

Project coordination

Event planning

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Time management

Adaptability

Professionalism

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

CMS platforms

Hootsuite

Google Analytics

Job description

Join URENCO USA for the 2027 Internship Program and take the first step toward a meaningful career in nuclear energy and innovation! We’re looking for motivated students to be part of a dynamic 11-week paid internship where you’ll work on impactful projects and gain real-world experience, all while supporting our mission to improve health and improve lives.

Are you looking to gain hands‑on experience with the latest communications tools and techniques? Help advance the communications for an international energy company focused on fueling a clean energy future while gaining real‑world experience working on various communications projects and tasks to support day-to-day department operations.

Our Hiring Process

We are accepting applications NOW through November 1st, 2026. Our internship is highly competitive and will have different process stages during the application phase.

Program Summary

• May 2027 through August 2027 (11 weeks) internship program
• Must be able to work at least 40 hours per week for the duration of the program
• Work location: Eunice, NM
• Supplementary group learning sessions
• One on one mentoring
• Opportunities for presentations and high level networking

Compensation

• Paid Internship $21/hour paid bi-weekly
• Company sponsored Housing & Utilities

Candidate Requirements / Eligibility

• Must be enrolled as a full‑time student at an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or a related field.
• 2 years of college courses completed
• Able to work ALL 11 weeks (May through August) of the internship program
• Work Schedule: Professional work schedule/ with minimal night/ weekend support. Some nights and weekend work may be required.
• Security Clearance Requirement: CAA Access and successfully pass a security clearance, background verification and drug free screening process
• Work Environment: General Office. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets etc.
• Responsible for the protection of confidential and proprietary information received during employment, including keeping information in strict confidence, exercising a reasonable degree of care to prevent disclosure to others, not disclosing or divulging either directly or indirectly information to others, and not using the information commercially or for any other purpose other than the performance of their duties for Urenco. Confidential information includes information and data of any kind concerning any matters affecting or relating to Urenco business or operations, including compensation, investigations, financial controls, etc.

Essential Functions

Core Skills

• Written and verbal communication: Ability to craft clear, engaging messages across various platforms.
• Editing and proofreading: Strong attention to detail in grammar, tone, and style.
• Social media proficiency: Familiarity with platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Facebook.
• Content creation: Experience with creating intranet content, newsletters, short‑form videos, graphics, presentations, or multimedia content.
• Research skills: Ability to gather and synthesize information for campaigns or reports.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite: Especially Word and PowerPoint.
• Graphic design tools: Basic knowledge of Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Photography/Videography: Experience with shooting photos and/or videos for use in communications products.
• Video editing: Familiarity with video editing techniques and effects.
• CMS platforms: Familiarity with content management system basics.
• Analytics tools: Understanding of Hootsuite and Google Analytics.

Project & Event Management

• Project coordination: Ability to manage timelines and deliverables.
• Event planning: Experience assisting with logistics, promotion, and execution of internal or external events.
• Multitasking: Comfortable juggling multiple projects and deadlines.

Additional Skills

• Creativity and storytelling: Ability to develop compelling narratives.
• Collaboration: Comfortable working in teams and across departments.
• Time management: Capable of juggling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn new skills and take on challenges.
• Professionalism: Strong work ethic and positive attitude.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation: $ 21/hour

Urenco USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Urenco USA encourages protected veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. UUSA supports a drug free workplace.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, and/or to perform essential job functions, please contact UUSA HR at [e-mail].

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