Intern, Internal Communications

Orange County Transportation Authority; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) seeks a College Intern in Internal Communications to help develop engaging communications for employees across the agency. You will craft digital and print content, assist with photography and graphics, and support events that boost engagement and awareness of OCTA programs.

You'll gain real-world experience on meaningful projects under experienced professionals, building a professional portfolio and networking within OCTA’s communications team.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full-time college student at an accredited two- or four-year college.
• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Graphic Design, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Creativity and an interest in developing communications that inform, inspire, and engage employees.
• Experience or interest in photography, graphic design, presentations, or visual storytelling.
• Experience or interest in event planning and coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Canva or similar design tools preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, professional communications.
• Collaborative, proactive, and comfortable bringing forward new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing engaging internal communications for employees across OCTA.
• Create and edit written and visual content for digital and print communications.
• Support communications related to employee engagement, human resources, operations, safety and security, wellness, belonging, and learning and development.
• Assist with photography, graphics, presentations, and other creative content that helps communicate agency programs and initiatives.
• Help develop communications that effectively reach employees working in a variety of environments, including OCTA's bus bases.
• Support the planning, coordination, promotion, and execution of employee events and engagement activities.
• Assist with preparing event materials, presentations, communications, and other supporting resources.
• Gather information and collaborate with departments throughout the agency to develop timely and relevant employee communications.
• Contribute fresh ideas and creative approaches to improve internal communications and employee engagement.
• Provide administrative and project support to the Internal Communications team as needed.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Creativity

Event planning

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Pursuing undergrad in Communications or related field

Tools

Canva

PowerPoint

Photoshop

Job description

Job Description

College Intern - Internal Communications

Join OCTA as a College Intern and gain hands-on experience creating communications and experiences that inform, engage, and connect employees across the agency. As part of the Internal Communications team, you'll help bring OCTA's values, priorities, and programs to life through impactful communications, creative content, information sharing, and employee events.

Under direct supervision, you will support the development and delivery of internal communications in both digital and print formats, with a focus on human resources, operations, safety and security, wellness, belonging, and learning and development. You'll have the opportunity to use your writing, photography, graphic design, presentation, and event planning skills while bringing fresh ideas to help enhance the employee experience across OCTA, including employees working at our bus bases.

OCTA's College Intern Program is a year-round paid student/intern program. You will gain real-world experience on meaningful projects under the guidance of experienced professionals while developing your communication, problem-solving, creative, and organizational skills. You will also benefit from mentorship, career development, and opportunities to build your professional network.

The pay range is $20.00 - $23.00 per hour, depending on education level. This position is not eligible for employee benefits. The work schedule will consist of approximately 20 hours per week, not to exceed 1,000 hours within a continuous 12-month period.

What You'll Do

• Assist with developing engaging internal communications for employees across OCTA.
• Create and edit written and visual content for digital and print communications.
• Support communications related to employee engagement, human resources, operations, safety and security, wellness, belonging, and learning and development.
• Assist with photography, graphics, presentations, and other creative content that helps communicate agency programs and initiatives.
• Help develop communications that effectively reach employees working in a variety of environments, including OCTA's bus bases.
• Support the planning, coordination, promotion, and execution of employee events and engagement activities.
• Assist with preparing event materials, presentations, communications, and other supporting resources.
• Gather information and collaborate with departments throughout the agency to develop timely and relevant employee communications.
• Contribute fresh ideas and creative approaches to improve internal communications and employee engagement.
• Provide administrative and project support to the Internal Communications team as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Currently enrolled full-time college student (Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior) at an accredited two- or four-year college or university.
• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Graphic Design, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Creativity and an interest in developing communications that inform, inspire, and engage employees.
• Experience or interest in photography, graphic design, presentations, or visual storytelling.
• Experience or interest in event planning and coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Canva or similar design tools preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, professional communications.
• Collaborative, proactive, and comfortable bringing forward new ideas.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Gain hands-on experience in internal communications and employee engagement.
• Build a portfolio of writing, digital content, graphics, photography, presentations, and other communications.
• Help create programs and communications that reach employees throughout the agency.
• Gain experience planning and supporting employee events and engagement initiatives.
• Work alongside experienced communications professionals on meaningful projects.
• Bring your creativity and fresh ideas to projects that directly influence the employee experience.
• Build your professional network through mentorship and collaboration with teams across OCTA.

Join a team where innovation, integrity, and strategic thinking are valued.

OCTA is an equal employment opportunity employer that recruits, hires, and promotes qualified people without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected status.