Corporate Communications Intern

Wabtec Corporation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation offers a 10-week Summer Internship Program as a Corporate Communications Intern. You will support media relations, social media, brand storytelling, and employee engagement while gaining hands-on experience on real business projects.

The ideal candidate is a student pursuing a Communications- or related-degree, with strong writing skills, graphic design ability, and proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite. GPA 3.0+ preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Graphic design, video editing, and social media experience are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support media relations, social media, and digital content efforts.
• Assist in brand storytelling and employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Graphic design

Video editing

Social media strategy

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

MS Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Independent worker

Creative thinking

Writing skills

Internship experience

Education

Communications/PR degree

Tools

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Job Description

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world‑class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital‑rail‑and‑transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Job Description

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value‑added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world‑class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital‑rail‑and‑transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com
It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else’s life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
Our 10‑week Summer Internship Program encourages college students to explore their professional interests while working on real business projects. Our program goal is to bring your academic topics to life, give you an opportunity to see what job opportunities are possible and prepare each student for a potential full‑time position after graduation in one of our challenging leadership programs or direct hire roles.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Corporate Communications Intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience supporting communications strategies that leverage media relations, social media, brand storytelling, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator who is interested in learning how to support business strategy through traditional corporate communications and digital media. The intern should be an excellent storyteller, with a particular emphasis on digital content, and must be comfortable engaging with people in different roles across the company.

Requirements – We are looking for YOU if you have:

• A degree or are pursuing a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Media/News Broadcasting, Corporate Communication or related field. (Rising Junior or Senior preferred)
• Graphic design; video editing; social media strategy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.
• Adobe Creative Suite/Photoshop
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Creative thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Previous internship or related experience is a plus.

Open to applicants legally authorized to work in the U.S., without the need for current or future work status authorization or visa sponsorship for employment.

Desired:

If you have and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale after completing full year of college.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Web Design/Graphic Design/Video Editing
Content Creation/Strong Writing Skills/Copy Editing
Experience in non‑traditional communications
Canva experience
Our hourly rates for summer internships range from $16 to $27/hr. The actual hourly rate is based on a matrix determined by your year in school/graduation year and your major. To qualify for the masters rate, you will be required to provide proof of your undergraduate degree and date of graduation as well as enrollment in an accredited university masters program for the fall 2027.

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $16-27/hr. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value‑added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.