Intern - External Affairs

ITC Holdings Corp; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 9,643,000 - 15,154,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC Midwest offers a Summer 2027 Internship Program to gain practical experience supporting strategic initiatives and external engagement. The External Affairs Intern will assist in communications, AI-enabled research, and stakeholder engagement across ITC Midwest's service territory.

The 12-week program includes exposure to Business Strategy, Strategic Communications, Local/State Government Affairs, Community Relations, and Energy Policy awareness, with 40-hour weeks and authorization to work

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Communications, Public Relations, Public Administration, Business, or related field.
• Ability to travel to locations in Iowa as needed.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of products.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing communications materials, messaging plans, and outreach strategies.
• Use AI and emerging tools to conduct research and prepare briefs for leadership.
• Monitor industry trends and stakeholder concerns to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Prepare executive summaries and presentations communicating insights and recommendations.
• Support community outreach and stakeholder engagement for major infrastructure projects.
• Plan and support company-sponsored employee events and community programs.
• Support local/state outreach, charitable gives, and public events.

Skills

Communication skills

Research abilities

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Communications, Public Relations, Public Administration, Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jobsummary

JOB DESCRIPTION

Join ITC Midwest for our Summer 2027 Internship Program and gain valuable experience supporting strategic business initiatives while developing practical skills through meaningful, real-world assignments.

The External Affairs Intern will support ITC Midwest's strategic growth initiatives and external engagement activities throughout the summer program. This engaging and dynamic role provides firsthand exposure to how business unit strategies are developed, communicated, and executed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assisting in the development of communications materials, messaging plans, and outreach strategies
• Leverage artificial intelligence and emerging technology tools to conduct research, develop intelligence reports, prepare issue briefs and presentations, and support business unit decision-making.
• Monitor industry trends, public discussions, and community perspectives to identify emerging opportunities, challenges, and stakeholder concerns
• Prepare reports, briefing materials, executive summaries, and presentations that communicate insights and recommendations to business unit leadership
• Supporting public information meetings, community outreach activities, and stakeholder engagement efforts associated with major infrastructure projects
• Assisting with the planning and execution of company-sponsored employee events and community programs
• Supporting local, state, and community outreach efforts including stakeholder visits, charitable giving initiatives, and public events
• Participating in outreach activities with customers, local officials, community organizations, and other key stakeholders
• Attending public meetings, hearings, industry events, and community forums to gather information and enhance understanding of the energy landscape
• Supporting relationship management efforts that strengthen ITC Midwest's presence and partnerships across its service territory
• During the internship, candidates will have opportunities to gain experience in a variety of strategic business functions, including:
  • Business Strategy
  • Strategic Communications
  • Local/State Government Affairs
  • Community Relations
  • Utility Regulation
  • Corporate Citizenship and Non-Profit Partnerships
  • Energy Industry and Public Policy Awareness

Job Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Communications, Public Relations, Public Administration, Business, or a related degree track at a 4-year university.
• Ability to travel to locations in Iowa as needed.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of products.
• Ability to take direction and action quickly.
• Ability to work both independently but also with teams.
• Ability to demonstrate and excel in Quality, Innovation, Performance, Collaboration, Courage, and Integrity in a cross-matrix team environment.
• This program is a 12-week program during the summer, with 40-hour work weeks.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.

About Us

Make a Power Move - For the Greater Grid: Reliable. Resilient. Ready.

As AI innovation, automation and economic growth reshape the way we live and work, the demand on our power infrastructure is growing fast. At ITC, we’re building the greater grid that’s ready for today’s technology and tomorrow’s possibilities.

Our people bring the power - fueling innovation and strengthening the grid every day. We’re looking for individuals who are ready to make a power move and help us build a greater grid for a more reliable and affordable energy future.

ITC offers industry-leading compensation, benefits and opportunities to channel your energy into solutions. We foster a culture of belonging - where every voice is valued, differences are celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Make a power move today.