Communications Intern - Summer 2027

HNTB Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation is seeking a Corporate Communications intern in Kansas City, MO. You will write and publish content for multiple channels, analyze content performance, support events, and help manage media assets and databases.

The role offers exposure to industry trends, collaboration across teams, and a hands-on learning environment. Preferred candidates are currently enrolled in related undergraduate or graduate programs, with strong writing, communication, and digital content skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in a related undergraduate or graduate program.
• Experience in digital content creation is desirable.
• Familiarity with social platforms and communications tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Content Creation: Writes, edits and publishes social media posts and internal/external communications.
• Analytics: Compiles analytics on content performance for leadership.
• Event Management: Assists with events, forums and meetings.
• Asset Management: Maintains photo/video assets and contact databases.
• Research: Investigates industry trends and best practices in communications.

Skills

Strong writing

Social media

Analytics

Content creation

Event coordination

Asset management

Research

Digital content creation

Microsoft 365

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Collaboration

Creativity

Education

High School Diploma/GED or enrolled in related undergrad/grad program

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. Join our team and become an integral part of a growing company that values your skills and contributions. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact through meaningful, strategic work. We’re committed to your professional growth and development, offering a supportive environment where your career can thrive. As a Corporate Communications intern, you will assist the team in developing and implementing a wide variety of communication initiatives for internal and external audiences. The intern will write, create and help produce content for various communications channels. In addition, the intern will assist in the maintenance of asset databases, conduct research on industry trends, collect analytics and coordinate meetings and events. This role requires an eager, detail-oriented person who is willing to learn and work collaboratively with others. Relocation and housing are not provided for this position.

What You’ll Do:

• Content Creation: Writes, edits and publishes social media posts, project award submittals, internal news, project and people profiles, email marketing materials, website content, thought leadership articles, conference and event materials.
• Analytics: Compiles and provides analytics to corporate communications leadership on content performance.
• Event Management: Assists with events, forums and meetings.
• Asset Management: Helps maintain the day-to-day operations of the team’s photo and video assets and contact databases.
• Research: Conducts research about industry trends and best practices in communications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in a related undergraduate or graduate program

What You’ll Bring:

• Ability to establish collaborative relationships across the firm.
• Intellectual curiosity.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Be a self-starter who possesses creativity and can-do attitude
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task
• Basic understanding of social platforms
• Some experience with digital content creation

What We Prefer:

• Adobe Creative Suite and Canva experience
• Graphic and video editing capabilities

Locations:

Kansas City, MO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.

At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities.

Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value. When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Work Authorization In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work