Corporate Communications Internship

Cricket Wireless LLC.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Disability Benefits

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Wellness programs

Supplemental benefit programs

Community Day volunteering

Job summary

AT&T in Dallas offers an entry-level Corporate Communications internship of about 12 weeks as a rotational program exposing you to key areas and media interactions.

You will work on digital content, press releases, speeches, and internal/external communications, while learning fundamentals of communications and building relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree focus in journalism, public relations, or communications preferred.
• Adjacent degrees can be considered.
• Interest in media relations and experience working with external stakeholders is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work on digital content, press releases, speeches, and other internal/external communications.
• Develop and execute tactical communications programs and projects.
• Interact with leaders within the department and the company.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Journalism/PR/Communications focus

Job description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No Relocation offered. At AT&T, you’ll be empowered to create real change in an ever-expanding, connected world. Your impact will be felt no matter how your work translates to our core goal of serving customers and transforming lives. We’re fueled by a passion to provide innovative solutions and driven to connect the world in meaningful ways. As a member of AT&T’s Corporate Communications team, this entry-level internship is a rotational program that spans approximately 12 weeks. This dynamic program will offer candidates exposure to key areas of Corporate Communications while learning the fundamentals of communications and gaining experience working with external media.

What you’ll do

Work on key communications efforts including digital content, press releases, speeches, internal and external communications, and other projects. Work on developing and executing tactical communications programs. Participate in mentorship opportunities. Interact with leaders within the department and the company.

What you’ll need

Detail-orientation, strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and creativity to help drive results. Willingness to network and build relationships that will benefit your career, along with the ability to work both independently and in a group environment. A naturally curiosity about the many innovations being fostered at AT&T. We also value strong GPA and academic achievements.

What you’ll bring

Recent graduate with a degree focus in journalism, public relations, or communications are preferred. Adjacent degrees can be considered. Interest in media relations and experience working with external stakeholders is a plus. Previous relevant internship experience with media relations. Strong writing and editing skills with a keen eye for detail. Strong GPA and academic achievements.

Our Corporate Communications interns earn an annual base salary of $53,900, not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting pay within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) plan Paid time off and holidays (with up to four days of paid time off during the internship and company-designated holidays).
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, group legal
• A paid Community Day and can participate in company-sponsored volunteering events

AT&T will not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind for this position.

AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent w/ the requirements of federal, state, & local laws.

Weekly Hours: 40

Time Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Location: Dallas, Texas

AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.

We are pioneers of making connections and have been ever since Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone and founded our company. That was nearly 150 years ago, and we haven’t stopped innovating since. At our core, we help bring families, communities, and businesses together with the products and services they need to thrive every day. From the widespread and growing availability of 5G and Fiber to working on things we once only dreamed of - at AT&T, we create connections that change the world.