Corporate Communications Intern

EMC Insurance Companies; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

EMC Insurance Companies in Des Moines is seeking a summer full-time paid internship within the Marketing & Communications department. You will work with the Corporate Communications Manager and colleagues to support campaigns, intranet updates, and content development.

The role emphasizes strong business-style writing, excellent verbal and written communication, and organization. Completion of junior year and a 3.0 GPA are preferred; related coursework is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree in Communications, PR, or related field.
• Junior year completion required; GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Experience with business-style writing is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Summer full-time paid internship with Corporate Communications Manager and Marketing & Communications team.
• Assist with internal/external communications campaigns and partner needs; draft communications.
• Maintain intranet; implement strategic changes and support site admins.
• Support department through project coordination, copywriting and proofreading.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical ability

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Attention to detail

Computers knowledge

Education

Communications/PR major

Junior year completed

GPA 3.0+

Related coursework

Business-writing experience preferred

Job description

At EMC, we’re all about working together to make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that matters. We strive to be caring leaders, close partners, and responsive experts—always supporting each other to do our best work. Join us, and let’s improve lives together.

• This position is eligible to work a hybrid schedule from the Des Moines metro**

What to Expect:

Our team plans to begin interviewing candidates on October 1. Applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed throughout the recruiting process, though interested students are encouraged to apply early for consideration.

Essential Functions

• Summer full-time paid internship working alongside the Corporate Communications Manager and others within the Marketing & Communications department
• Assists with internal and external communications campaigns and projects, including working with business partners to assess needs, drafting communications and working with Marketing & Communications team members as needed to accomplish goals
• Assists with maintenance of our intranet, implementing strategic changes, supporting site admins from our business units, and building/publishing content
• Supports the larger Marketing & Communications department by performing other work as assigned, including project coordination, copywriting and proofreading

Education & Experience

• Major in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field
• Completion of junior year
• Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher
• Related coursework required
• Experience with business-style writing preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical ability
• Strong organizational skills
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Good personal computer knowledge

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