Corporate Communications Intern

amerilife; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Part time

Job summary

AmeriLife seeks an enthusiastic Corporate Communications Intern to join our team. You will contribute to employer branding, internal communications, and content creation that tells our story to employees and external audiences.

Work alongside a collaborative team, build a portfolio of professional communications work, and gain exposure to strategy, stakeholder communications, and featured projects while balancing academic responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in storytelling, employer branding, corporate communications, and employee engagement
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with social media, content creation, or design tools is a plus

Responsibilities

• Create content for employer brand platforms (Glassdoor, Indeed, Handshake, etc.)
• Write employee spotlight stories, intern experiences, and culture-focused features
• Develop affiliate spotlight stories showcasing people, businesses, and impact
• Maintain an employer brand content calendar and pipeline
• Create evergreen content for internal and external channels
• Support employee communications through newsletters, announcements, and campaigns
• Assist with data collection, validation, and reporting related to communications initiatives
• Contribute to special projects and cross-functional initiatives to improve communication effectiveness

Skills

Strong writing & communication

Storytelling interest

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Creativity & curiosity

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Company

Explore how you can contribute at AmeriLife.

For over 50 years, AmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.

Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents, marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Corporate Communications Intern to join our team.

This internship offers hands-on experience in corporate communications, digital employer branding, employee engagement, and content creation. Working alongside a collaborative and people-centered team, the intern will help tell the story of our people, culture, and business through content that informs, engages, and inspires internal and external audiences.

The intern will contribute to real business initiatives, build a portfolio of professional communications work, and gain exposure to employer branding, corporate storytelling, communication strategy, content planning, stakeholder communications, and employee experience programs.

This role is ideal for students pursuing Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing Communications, English, or related fields who are passionate about storytelling and creating meaningful connections through communication.

This is a flexible, hands-on internship designed to provide meaningful, real-world experience and professional mentorship while accommodating academic responsibilities.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Employer Brand & Corporate Communications

• Manage and create content for employer brand platforms, including Glassdoor, Indeed, Handshake, and other career-focused channels.
• Write employee spotlight stories, intern experiences, success profiles, and culture-focused features.
• Develop affiliate spotlight stories that showcase the people, businesses, and impact that make up our organization.
• Maintain an employer brand content calendar and content pipeline.
• Create evergreen content that can be leveraged across internal and external communication channels.
• Support employee communications through newsletters, announcements, campaigns, and storytelling initiatives.
• Research employer branding trends and recommend opportunities to strengthen awareness, engagement, and recruitment efforts.
• Assist with content creation, presentations, and communication materials that support Corporate Communications initiatives.

Stakeholder Communications & Program Support

• Coordinate recurring communications and touchpoints for key stakeholder groups.
• Support the development and distribution of communications that promote programs, tools, resources, product adoption, and key initiatives.
• Manage and respond to requests through shared inboxes and project management platforms.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining communication resources, materials, and inventories.
• Support data collection, cleansing, validation, and preparation activities related to communication, system, and business initiatives.
• Develop reports, presentations, and recommendations that support program adoption, operational efficiency, vendor management, and decision-making.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining team resources, promotional materials, and inventories, including support for the executive swag program.
• Contribute to special projects and cross-functional initiatives that improve communication effectiveness and user engagement.

Lead a Capstone Project

Own and complete a dedicated communications-focused project that addresses a real business opportunity.

Projects may focus on employer branding, content strategy, employee engagement, communication effectiveness, audience research, program adoption, or storytelling. At the conclusion of the internship, present findings and recommendations to department leadership.

Learn and Grow

Receive mentorship from experienced communications professionals while building skills in:

• Corporate communications
• Public relations
• Employee communications
• Employer branding
• Content strategy
• Strategic storytelling
• Executive communications
• Presentation development
• Project coordination
• Communication measurement and reporting

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in storytelling, employer branding, corporate communications, and employee engagement
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with social media, content creation, or design tools is a plus
• Curiosity, creativity, and a desire to learn
• Positive attitude and willingness to collaborate