Communications Intern

Tenneco; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Tenneco is seeking a Communications Intern to support external communications across social media, website, partnerships, and other digital channels. The role is ideal for a strong writer who can shape engaging content for diverse audiences and learn in a fast-paced environment.

The intern will write copy, edit materials for clarity and brand voice, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and craft compelling stories that highlight people, partnerships, and products.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, English, digital media, or a related field.
• Strong copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to write clearly, concisely, and creatively.
• Portfolio of writing samples, social media content, creative work, or related communications materials required.

Responsibilities

• Draft compelling copy for external communications channels, including social media posts, website content, campaign materials, and other storytelling needs.
• Support social media content generation by developing post concepts, captions, short-form copy, and engagement-driven ideas tailored to each platform.
• Help identify and shape stories that highlight the company's people, partnerships, products, culture, and business priorities.
• Collaborate with communications and cross-functional teams to gather information, refine messaging, and bring content ideas to life.
• Contribute creative ideas for campaigns, content series, visual storytelling, and new ways to engage external audiences.
• Assist with editing, proofreading, and formatting content to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and alignment with brand voice.
• Monitor external channels, industry trends, and social media best practices to help inform content recommendations.
• Provide support for partnership communications, website updates, executive visibility moments, events, and other external-facing initiatives as needed.

Skills

Copywriting

Editing

Social media content

Video editing

Storytelling

Creative thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Pursuing Communications/PR/Marketing degree

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

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At Tenneco, we don't follow industry standards; we set them, and we don't settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it's our Core Values - radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win - or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we're determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we're all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen?Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It's what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you'll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you're ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you'll thrive here.

We are seeking a creative, curious, and motivated Communications Intern to support external communications content development across social media, website, partnerships, and other digital channels. This role is ideal for a strong writer and natural storyteller who brings fresh ideas, understands how to shape engaging content for diverse audiences, and is eager to learn in a fast-paced communications environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft compelling copy for external communications channels, including social media posts, website content, campaign materials, and other storytelling needs.
• Support social media content generation by developing post concepts, captions, short-form copy, and engagement-driven ideas tailored to each platform.
• Help identify and shape stories that highlight the company's people, partnerships, products, culture, and business priorities.
• Collaborate with communications and cross-functional teams to gather information, refine messaging, and bring content ideas to life.
• Contribute creative ideas for campaigns, content series, visual storytelling, and new ways to engage external audiences.
• Assist with editing, proofreading, and formatting content to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and alignment with brand voice.
• Monitor external channels, industry trends, and social media best practices to help inform content recommendations.
• Provide support for partnership communications, website updates, executive visibility moments, events, and other external-facing initiatives as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Currently pursuing a degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, English, digital media, or a related field.
• Strong copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to write clearly, concisely, and creatively.
• Experience creating social media content for platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, or similar channels.
• Experience with video editing and creating video-first assets for digital platforms.
• An innate storyteller with a passion for finding, shaping, and sharing meaningful stories.
• Creative thinker who brings ideas, asks thoughtful questions, and is willing to experiment with new content formats.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to adapt writing style for different audiences, platforms, and objectives.
• Eagerness to learn, receive feedback, and grow in a corporate communications environment.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively with team members and stakeholders.
• Portfolio of writing samples, social media content, creative work, or related communications materials required.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Basic understanding of social media strategy, content calendars, analytics, and platform best practices.
• Experience with tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.
• Interest in corporate storytelling, brand communications, media, digital marketing, or public relations.
• Comfort working with visual content, creative briefs, and multimedia storytelling concepts.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal Communications Intern is a proactive, imaginative storyteller who is excited to create meaningful content and contribute ideas. They are confident with words, curious about how stories connect with audiences, and motivated to build hands-on experience in external communications, social media, and brand storytelling.

We don't want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who's hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know

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