Communications Intern

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Arden Hills (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is seeking a Communications Intern for the summer in Arden Hills, MN. You will be part of the Communications team, handling writing, project coordination, media relations support, and content creation across internal and external channels.

You will gain real-world experience with tools like SharePoint and Muck Rack while supporting diverse communications initiatives. This internship runs May 2027–July 2027 and pays $22/hr.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a four-year degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related major.
• Sophomore level or higher (Junior preferred).
• Strong writing and project management skills.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with AP Style.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Prior internship or corporate work experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
• Experience with digital content creation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a variety of strategic communications projects including writing and content creation.
• Support project coordination and media relations activities.
• Assist with research, planning, and execution for communications initiatives.
• Create and manage content across internal and external channels.
• Help improve processes, tracking, and systems for the team.

Skills

Strong writing

Project management

Verbal communication

AP Style

Microsoft Office Suite

CMS experience

Digital content creation

Education

Pursuing four-year degree in Communications/PR/Journalism

Tools

SharePoint

Muck Rack

Job description

Communications Intern Pay: $22/hr Position Duration: May 2027 – July 2027 Position Location: Arden Hills, MN

Land O'Lakes is looking for talented, driven communications candidates for our summer internship program. As an intern, you will be assigned specific responsibilities and become a key member of the Communications team, working on projects and assignments that support real business needs. This internship is designed to give you real-world experience. Communications interns contribute to a variety of strategic communications projects, including writing, project coordination, media relations support, and content creation across internal and external channels. You will help improve processes, tracking, and systems for the team while gaining experience with tools such as SharePoint and Muck Rack. Interns will also assist with research, planning, and execution for a variety of communications initiatives.

Required

• Required: Pursuing a four-year degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related major
• Sophomore level or higher (Junior preferred)
• Strong writing and project management skills
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills
• Experience with AP Style
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
• Prior internship or corporate work experience
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
• Experience with digital and social media tools and content management systems (CMS)
• Experience with digital content creation

Land O’Lakes will not consider this internship position for immigration sponsorship, and all applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.

If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.

Land O’Lakes is a Fortune 250, farmer-owned agriculture and food manufacturing cooperative. We are headquartered just outside the Twin Cities, with locations across the US and a presence in 60 countries around the world.

For disability accessibility or disability accommodation help, please call our HR Solution Center at 844-565-4748, M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.